What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 9812.
Health Care Workforce Investment: Grants, Scholarships, and Training for Better Patient Care.
This law aims to tackle the national shortage of health care professionals, including nurses and mental health staff, by providing grants to states for training programs. Citizens will benefit from improved access to care, especially in underserved areas, while aspiring health care workers can access scholarships and financial aid for training. Scholarship recipients must commit to working locally after graduation to fulfill the aid requirements.
Key points
New scholarships and funding are available for individuals pursuing careers in health care, such as nursing, EMT services, and mental health.
Recipients of scholarships must agree to work as certified providers in the granting state for at least one year per academic year of funding received, or repay the amount.
The law focuses on strengthening local training programs and increasing the availability of medical staff in historically underserved communities.
Status:
Expired
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