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Increased funding for Minority Fellowship Program in public health.

This act increases funding for the Minority Fellowship Program in public health. This means more opportunities for students from minority groups pursuing careers in healthcare, potentially improving access to healthcare services in the future.
Key points
Funding for the program increases from $12,669,000 to $25,000,000 annually.
The program's funding is extended for fiscal years 2023-2027.
Greater support for ethnic and racial minority students in the public health field.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7857
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2022-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Minority Fellowship Program Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7857.

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 2022-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for the program increases from $12,669,000 to $25,000,000 annually.
  • The program's funding is extended for fiscal years 2023-2027.
  • Greater support for ethnic and racial minority students in the public health field.
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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Education