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Loan Repayment Program for Specialty Doctors Serving Rural Communities.

This Act aims to increase access to specialty medical care in rural areas facing physician shortages. It establishes a loan repayment program (up to $250,000) for specialty physicians and non-physician specialty health care providers who commit to serving in these communities for six years. This change means rural residents should see improved availability of specialists, reducing the need for long-distance travel for essential care.
Key points
Student Loan Repayment: Specialty physicians can receive up to $250,000 in loan repayment for a 6-year full-time service commitment in rural shortage areas.
Improved Rural Access: The program incentivizes specialists to move to underserved rural areas, directly increasing the availability of specialized medical services for residents.
Inclusion of Non-Physicians: The program also covers non-physician specialty health care providers, though their awards are limited to 15% of the total funding.
Six-Year Service Obligation: Participants must agree to a 6-year commitment to full-time employment in designated shortage areas to receive the full loan repayment.
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Print number: 118_S_705
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SPARC Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_705.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Student Loan Repayment: Specialty physicians can receive up to $250,000 in loan repayment for a 6-year full-time service commitment in rural shortage areas.
  • Improved Rural Access: The program incentivizes specialists to move to underserved rural areas, directly increasing the availability of specialized medical services for residents.
  • Inclusion of Non-Physicians: The program also covers non-physician specialty health care providers, though their awards are limited to 15% of the total funding.
  • Six-Year Service Obligation: Participants must agree to a 6-year commitment to full-time employment in designated shortage areas to receive the full loan repayment.
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. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV].

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 2025-12-27.

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