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National Medical Corps Program: More Doctors for Underserved Communities

This act aims to increase the number of primary care physicians and psychiatrists in communities lacking access to healthcare. It establishes support programs for community college students to pursue medical training. This will allow more individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to become doctors, improving healthcare access for everyone.
Key points
Financial aid and guidance for community college students from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue medical careers.
Focus on training primary care physicians and psychiatrists to address shortages in these specialties.
Priority consideration for program graduates in scholarships and loan repayment programs for doctors serving needy areas.
Collaboration between medical schools, community colleges, and health centers to create educational pathways.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9105
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Process start date: 2022-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NMC Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9105.

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 2022-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial aid and guidance for community college students from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue medical careers.
  • Focus on training primary care physicians and psychiatrists to address shortages in these specialties.
  • Priority consideration for program graduates in scholarships and loan repayment programs for doctors serving needy areas.
  • Collaboration between medical schools, community colleges, and health centers to create educational pathways.
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. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13].

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 2025-12-28.

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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