HR 6862
Protecting Health Care Workforce Pipelines Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 13, 2026, 4:12 PM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Protecting Health Care Workforce Pipelines Act, delays the end of federal student loan programs for graduate and professional students attending specific healthcare institutions. It extends the availability of Direct PLUS loans and postpones limits on these loans until July 1, 2030. The bill focuses on institutions like health professions schools and nursing programs located near areas with healthcare shortages or medically underserved communities. This aims to support students pursuing careers in healthcare professions.
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