An Act relative to the primary care workforce development and loan repayment grant program at community health centers
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand and strengthen the primary care workforce development and loan repayment grant program at community health centers in Massachusetts. It seeks to increase the number of healthcare professionals working in these centers by providing financial incentives, specifically through loan repayment grants. The goal is to improve access to primary care services, particularly in underserved communities, by addressing the shortage of primary care providers. The bill builds upon existing efforts to support community health centers.
Key provisions
- Provides grant funding for loan repayment to primary care physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Expands the eligibility criteria for receiving loan repayment grants.
- Increases the amount of funding available for the program.
- Prioritizes grant awards to community health centers serving underserved populations.
- Supports the recruitment and retention of primary care providers.
- Establishes a process for evaluating the effectiveness of the program.
Who is affected
- Community Health Centers
- Primary Care Physicians
- Advanced Practice Providers (e.g., Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants)
- Massachusetts Residents Seeking Primary Care Careers
- Underserved Communities
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10 on record
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Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
Joanne M. Comerford
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