HR 6578
Public Health Workforce Loan Repayment Act of 2020
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Bill overview
This bill creates the Public Health Workforce Loan Repayment Program to help recruit and retain public health professionals. It provides loan repayment assistance to individuals who work full-time for local, state, or tribal public health agencies or related training fellowships after completing a relevant degree. Eligible individuals must be U.S. citizens and agree to a contract outlining the terms of the repayment, including the length of service required. The program is funded through congressional appropriations.
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David J. Trone
Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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