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Boosting Healthcare Staff: Recapturing Unused Visas for Nurses and Doctors.

This Act aims to strengthen the US healthcare system by making up to 40,000 previously unused employment visas available specifically for professional nurses and physicians. This measure is intended to alleviate staffing shortages, potentially improving the quality and accessibility of medical services for citizens. The visa application process for these critical workers will be significantly expedited.
Key points
Up to 40,000 unused employment visas (25,000 for nurses, 15,000 for doctors) are being released to address critical healthcare workforce shortages.
The visa process for these medical professionals will be expedited and will not be subject to standard country limits, speeding up their arrival.
Employers must certify that hiring foreign medical staff will not displace or harm existing US workers.
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Print number: 118_S_3211
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-11-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3211.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Up to 40,000 unused employment visas (25,000 for nurses, 15,000 for doctors) are being released to address critical healthcare workforce shortages.
  • The visa process for these medical professionals will be expedited and will not be subject to standard country limits, speeding up their arrival.
  • Employers must certify that hiring foreign medical staff will not displace or harm existing US workers.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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