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More Nurses and Doctors: Streamlining Healthcare Workforce Immigration

This act aims to increase the number of nurses and doctors in the United States by recapturing unused immigrant visas. Citizens can expect improved access to healthcare, especially in areas with shortages of medical professionals. The process for hiring foreign healthcare workers will be expedited, helping to fill staffing gaps more quickly.
Key points
Up to 40,000 additional visas will be available for nurses (25,000) and physicians (15,000), enhancing healthcare access.
Visa applications for healthcare professionals will be processed faster, with no premium fees for expedited services.
These visas will not be subject to per-country limits, facilitating the hiring of specialists from various nations.
Employers must attest that hiring foreign workers will not displace U.S. workers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2759
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-09-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2759.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Up to 40,000 additional visas will be available for nurses (25,000) and physicians (15,000), enhancing healthcare access.
  • Visa applications for healthcare professionals will be processed faster, with no premium fees for expedited services.
  • These visas will not be subject to per-country limits, facilitating the hiring of specialists from various nations.
  • Employers must attest that hiring foreign workers will not displace U.S. 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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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