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Loan Repayment Program for Specialty Doctors in Rural Areas

This new bill aims to encourage specialty physicians to work in rural areas that lack medical care. Doctors who agree to serve in these regions for six years can have a portion of their student loans repaid, which is intended to improve access to medical services for rural residents.
Key points
Specialty physicians can receive up to $250,000 for student loan repayment.
In exchange for loan repayment, physicians must commit to six years of service in rural areas with a shortage of specialists.
The program seeks to increase access to medical care for rural residents who currently have limited access to specialty doctors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_944
Sponsor: Rep. McKinley, David B. [R-WV-1]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize a loan repayment program to encourage specialty medicine physicians to serve in rural communities experiencing a shortage of specialty medicine physicians, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_944.

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 2021-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Specialty physicians can receive up to $250,000 for student loan repayment.
  • In exchange for loan repayment, physicians must commit to six years of service in rural areas with a shortage of specialists.
  • The program seeks to increase access to medical care for rural residents who currently have limited access to specialty doctors.
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. McKinley, David B. [R-WV-1].

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.

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