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- H.R.4899
H.R.4899: Rural America Health Corps Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Oct. 29, 2019
- Latest Major Action Oct. 30, 2019
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (2 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Oct. 29, 2019
Bill Summary
Rural America Health Corps Act This bill requires the Health Resources and Services Administration to establish a demonstration project under the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program to increase the number of health care providers in rural areas. Specifically, eligible participants who agree to serve for 5 years in such a rural area may receive up to $25,000 in loan repayments for each year of service.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct. 30, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Oct. 29, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Oct. 29, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Phil Roe (R-Tenn.) |