S.2890: Provider Training in Palliative Care Act

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about health
  • Introduced Sept. 29, 2021
  • Latest Major Action Sept. 29, 2021

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Provider Training in Palliative Care Act This bill allows National Health Service Corps (NHSC) participants to apply for a deferral of their service obligation period in order to receive training in palliative care. The Department of Health and Human Services may grant a deferral for up to one year. The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to primary care, dental, and mental health providers who agree to complete a...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sept. 29, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sept. 29, 2021

Introduced in the Senate by Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.)

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