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Support for Environmental Health Workforce and Public Health

This act aims to strengthen the environmental health workforce, which protects us from hazards. It introduces credentialing standards and development plans to ensure enough specialists. Additionally, these workers may qualify for student loan forgiveness, making public sector work more accessible.
Key points
Establishment of uniform credentialing standards for environmental health workers.
Development of a workforce plan to ensure a sufficient number of specialists in the future.
Eligibility for student loan forgiveness for full-time environmental health workers.
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Print number: 117_HR_2661
Sponsor: Rep. Lawrence, Brenda L. [D-MI-14]
Process start date: 2021-04-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Environmental Health Workforce Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2661.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of uniform credentialing standards for environmental health workers.
  • Development of a workforce plan to ensure a sufficient number of specialists in the future.
  • Eligibility for student loan forgiveness for full-time environmental health workers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lawrence, Brenda L. [D-MI-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Health Environment Labor