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Student loan forgiveness program for mental health professionals

This bill creates a support program for mental health students and graduates, offering student loan forgiveness in exchange for working in areas with a shortage of specialists. As a result, patients in underserved regions will have better access to psychological and psychiatric care.
Key points
Forgiveness of up to $200,000 in student debt after 5 years of professional service.
Deferment of loan principal payments during the 5-year service period.
Requirement to work in designated mental health professional shortage areas.
Program targeted at students of minority-serving institutions and those in clinical training.
Covers a wide range of professions, including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and social workers.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7787
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2]
Process start date: 2026-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title VII of the Public Health Service Act to strengthen the mental health workforce, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7787.

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 2026-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Forgiveness of up to $200,000 in student debt after 5 years of professional service.
  • Deferment of loan principal payments during the 5-year service period.
  • Requirement to work in designated mental health professional shortage areas.
  • Program targeted at students of minority-serving institutions and those in clinical training.
  • Covers a wide range of professions, including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and social workers.
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. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2].

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 2026-03-22.

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.

CATEGORIES

Health Education