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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
Rural America Health Corps Act
Print number: HR 1127
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Process start date: 2025-02-07