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Student Loan Repayment for Mental Health Professionals in Shortage Areas.

This act establishes a new student loan repayment program designed to boost access to psychiatric and psychological care in areas facing a shortage of mental health professionals. Individuals who commit to working in these underserved regions for up to six years can receive up to $250,000 toward their eligible student debt. This change aims to ensure that citizens in rural or underserved communities have easier access to essential mental health support.
Key points
The program offers up to $250,000 in loan repayment for doctors, psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals.
In exchange for debt relief, professionals must commit to up to 6 years of full-time service in designated mental health shortage areas.
The primary goal is to improve the availability of mental health services for communities currently lacking adequate access to care.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6672
Sponsor: Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]
Process start date: 2025-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mental Health Professionals Workforce Shortage Loan Repayment Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6672.

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 2025-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The program offers up to $250,000 in loan repayment for doctors, psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals.
  • In exchange for debt relief, professionals must commit to up to 6 years of full-time service in designated mental health shortage areas.
  • The primary goal is to improve the availability of mental health services for communities currently lacking adequate access to care.
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. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6].

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 2025-12-23.

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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