HR 9005
Health Workforce Diversity Act
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Bill overview
The Health Workforce Diversity Act aims to increase diversity within the healthcare workforce by directing the Health Resources and Services Administration to provide grants to specific educational institutions and organizations. These grants will support counseling, mentoring, and financial assistance programs designed to help underrepresented minority students prepare for and graduate from health professional schools. The bill also establishes minimum loan repayment amounts for healthcare professionals from these backgrounds.
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Jesus G. "Chuy" Garcia
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