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Student Loan Repayment for Healthcare Workers Serving Rural America

This act establishes a new demonstration program to incentivize eligible individuals to work in rural areas facing staff shortages. Participants can receive up to $200,000 in loan repayment in exchange for committing to five years of full-time service in these communities. The goal is to evaluate the program's effect on health care access in rural areas.
Key points
The program offers up to $200,000 to repay loans for eligible health professionals.
Participants must commit to 5 years of full-time service in designated rural health professional shortage areas.
This initiative aims to improve the availability of medical services for rural populations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1127
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Process start date: 2025-02-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural America Health Corps Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1127.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The program offers up to $200,000 to repay loans for eligible health professionals.
  • Participants must commit to 5 years of full-time service in designated rural health professional shortage areas.
  • This initiative aims to improve the availability of medical services for rural populations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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