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H.R.2802: Physical Therapist Workforce and Patient Access Act of 2019
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 16, 2019
- Latest Major Action May 17, 2019
- See the eight similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
97 (61 Democrats, 36 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 16, 2019
Bill Summary
Physical Therapist Workforce and Patient Access Act of 2019 This bill makes the provision of physical therapy services a profession eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program. The NHSC Loan Repayment Program assists specified health care professionals to repay eligible student loans in exchange for providing services in areas with limited access to health care.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 17, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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May 16, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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May 16, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) |