HR 2398
Rural Veterinary Workforce Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:39 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act, aims to encourage more veterinarians to practice in rural areas by modifying tax rules. Specifically, it proposes an exclusion from income tax for assistance received by individuals participating in certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness programs. These programs are designed to increase the availability of veterinary services in underserved rural communities. The changes will take effect starting in 2026.
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