| Bill | HR 5602 |
|---|---|
| Type of Legislation | House Bill |
| Congress | 117 |
| Status | Archived — 117th Congress concluded |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Geographic Scope
National
Description
Bolstering Infectious Outbreaks Preparedness Workforce Act of 2021 or the BIO Preparedness Workforce Act of 2021
This bill establishes a student loan repayment program for health care and related professionals who are engaged in either bio-preparedness and response activities or infectious disease care in underserved communities. For each year that a professional meets the work requirements of the program, the Health Resources and Services Administration may pay up to $50,000 of the professional's student loan principal and interest, up to a maximum amount of $150,000.
Bill Title
BIO Preparedness Workforce Act of 2021
Linked Goals
Steps
- 2021-10-15: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2021-10-15: Introduced in House
- 2021-10-15: Introduced in House
- 2021-10-18: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Projected Outcome
A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.