H4121
An Act relative to supporting primary care physicians in the commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to support primary care physicians in Massachusetts by expanding a loan repayment program. It aims to incentivize doctors to practice in primary care settings, particularly in underserved areas, by providing financial assistance to offset student loan debt. The bill builds upon existing efforts to bolster the primary care workforce and addresses the ongoing shortage of primary care providers in the state. It is part of a series of similar bills focused on expanding primary care support.
Key provisions
- Expands the existing primary care physician loan repayment program.
- Provides financial assistance to doctors who practice in designated underserved areas.
- Supports doctors working in integrated primary and behavioral health care settings.
- Aims to increase the number of primary care physicians in Massachusetts.
Who is affected
- Primary care physicians
- Students pursuing careers in primary care
- Healthcare providers in Massachusetts
- Patients in underserved areas of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Builds on previous legislation related to primary care development.
- Addresses a shortage of primary care providers in the state.
- Expands existing loan repayment programs.
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Bill H.4121 194th (Current)
An Act relative to supporting primary care physicians in the commonwealth
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4121) of Paul McMurtry relative to primary care physician loan repayment program. Public Health.
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Presenter: Paul McMurtry
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4121
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/12/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 5/15/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 9/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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