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Mental Health Workforce Support: Loan Forgiveness Program

New legislation aims to increase the number of mental health professionals, including those treating substance abuse. The program offers student loan forgiveness for individuals who work for 5 years in mental health, especially in facilities serving low-income individuals or ethnic minorities. This is intended to improve access to mental health care for those in need.
Key points
Up to $200,000 in student loan forgiveness for mental health professionals working 5 years under specific conditions.
The program supports individuals working with patients receiving medical assistance or belonging to ethnic minority groups.
Covers a wide range of student loans related to mental and behavioral health education.
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Additional Information
To amend title VII of the Public Health Service Act to strengthen the mental health workforce, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 3760
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2]
Process start date: 2023-05-31