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Tax Credit for Nurse Preceptors in Shortage Areas

This new law introduces a $2,000 tax credit for nurses who mentor nursing students or newly hired nurses. The aim is to encourage the training of new medical professionals, especially in areas with a shortage of specialists. This could lead to improved access to healthcare for citizens in the future.
Key points
Nurses acting as mentors (preceptors) can receive a $2,000 annual tax credit.
To qualify, a nurse must serve at least 200 hours as a preceptor in an area designated as a health professional shortage area.
The law is set to be in effect until the end of 2032, with its effectiveness to be monitored by the government.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_392
Sponsor: Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PRECEPT Nurses Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_392.

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 2025-01-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Nurses acting as mentors (preceptors) can receive a $2,000 annual tax credit.
  • To qualify, a nurse must serve at least 200 hours as a preceptor in an area designated as a health professional shortage area.
  • The law is set to be in effect until the end of 2032, with its effectiveness to be monitored by the government.
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. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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