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Funding Career Pathways in Health for Low-Income Individuals.

This law allocates $425 million annually to fund training programs designed to help low-income individuals secure well-paying jobs in the healthcare sector. The program guarantees essential support services, including child care, transportation assistance, and case management, removing major barriers to career advancement. Any cash stipends or emergency aid received through the program are exempt from federal income tax.
Key points
Guaranteed financial and logistical support (child care, transportation, stipends) for low-income individuals pursuing health professions training.
Special demonstration projects focus on integrating individuals with arrest/conviction records and training professionals like doulas and midwives.
Cash stipends and emergency financial assistance provided under the grant are not counted as taxable income.
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Print number: 118_HR_4783
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Process start date: 2023-07-20