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Strengthening Healthcare: More Doctors and Nurses, Crisis Preparedness.

This act allocates billions of dollars for scholarships and loan repayments for aspiring doctors and nurses, especially from underrepresented groups. It also establishes a new program allowing medical professionals to assist in emergencies and disasters, enhancing the nation's readiness for health crises.
Key points
An additional $5 billion for programs supporting medical education, including scholarships and loan repayments, with priority for individuals from minority and low-income communities.
An additional $1 billion for programs supporting nursing education, also with priority for individuals from minority and low-income communities.
Establishment of a new program enabling National Health Service Corps medical professionals to participate in emergency response during disasters and health crises.
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Print number: 117_S_54
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-01-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthening America’s Health Care Readiness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_54.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An additional $5 billion for programs supporting medical education, including scholarships and loan repayments, with priority for individuals from minority and low-income communities.
  • An additional $1 billion for programs supporting nursing education, also with priority for individuals from minority and low-income communities.
  • Establishment of a new program enabling National Health Service Corps medical professionals to participate in emergency response during disasters and health crises.
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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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