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Doubled funding and tax relief for substance use disorder treatment staff.

This act reauthorizes and doubles the funding for the loan repayment program aimed at professionals treating substance use disorders. Crucially, these loan repayments will no longer be considered taxable income, making the program significantly more appealing to doctors and therapists. The goal is to increase the number of available specialists and improve access to care for those struggling with addiction.
Key points
Funding for the loan repayment program for substance use disorder treatment staff is doubled from $25 million to $50 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028.
Loan repayment amounts received by professionals under this program will be exempt from federal income tax.
The tax exemption provides a major financial incentive to attract and retain more healthcare workers in the critical field of addiction treatment.
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Additional Information
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program Reauthorization Act
Print number: S 3200
Sponsor: Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
Process start date: 2023-11-02