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New Flexibility for Healthcare Workers in Indian Health Service Programs.

This law allows doctors and other medical professionals who received scholarships or loan repayments from the Indian Health Service (IHS) to fulfill their mandatory service commitment by working half-time. While choosing half-time work doubles the required service period, it offers greater flexibility for professionals to meet their obligations. This change aims to improve staffing levels in healthcare facilities serving Native American communities.
Key points
Medical professionals can now choose half-time clinical practice to fulfill IHS scholarship service obligations, provided they agree to double the total required service time.
The IHS Loan Repayment Program also allows half-time service, either doubling the time commitment or resulting in a 50% reduction in the loan repayment amount for that period.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3022
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-10-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

IHS Workforce Parity Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3022.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medical professionals can now choose half-time clinical practice to fulfill IHS scholarship service obligations, provided they agree to double the total required service time.
  • The IHS Loan Repayment Program also allows half-time service, either doubling the time commitment or resulting in a 50% reduction in the loan repayment amount for that period.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7097-7098; text: CR S7097)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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