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New Health Career Pathways and Support for Low-Income Individuals.

This act allocates $425 million annually for grants to train low-income individuals in high-demand health professions like nursing and EMTs. The program guarantees participants essential support services, including child care, transportation assistance, and career coaching, helping them secure well-paying jobs and credentials. It also establishes demonstration projects focused on individuals with criminal records and training for doulas and midwives.
Key points
Funding for training in health professions (e.g., nurses, paramedics) for individuals whose income is below 200% of the Federal poverty level.
Guaranteed provision of support services for participants, including child care and transportation assistance.
Establishment of pilot programs to help individuals with arrest or conviction records obtain health care credentials and employment.
Cash stipends and emergency financial aid provided under the program are exempt from being counted as income or being taxed.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3449
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-12-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to provide low-income individuals with opportunities to enter and follow a career pathway in the health professions, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3449.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for training in health professions (e.g., nurses, paramedics) for individuals whose income is below 200% of the Federal poverty level.
  • Guaranteed provision of support services for participants, including child care and transportation assistance.
  • Establishment of pilot programs to help individuals with arrest or conviction records obtain health care credentials and employment.
  • Cash stipends and emergency financial aid provided under the program are exempt from being counted as income or being taxed.
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. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

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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