Bills · HR 4262
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4262Health personnelStudent aid and college costs
To reauthorize programs related to health professions education, and for other purposes.
INTRO JUN 30· LAST ACTION SEP 10
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill is important because it determines whether crucial federal funding for training healthcare professionals will continue or expire. If these programs are reauthorized, they will keep supporting students who might not otherwise be able to afford health education, helping to build a more diverse and robust healthcare workforce. They also encourage professionals to specialize in fields like primary care, geriatrics, and dentistry, which are often in high demand, and to serve in rural or underserved communities where healthcare access is limited.
If this bill doesn't become law, funding for these programs would stop at the end of fiscal year 2025. This could lead to a reduction in the number of healthcare students from disadvantaged backgrounds, fewer professionals entering critical shortage areas or specialties, and potentially worsening healthcare access in vulnerable communities. Voters should care because these programs directly impact the availability and quality of healthcare services across the country, affecting wait times, provider access, and the overall strength of the public health system.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Renews funding for "Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students" at $55,014,000 annually for fiscal years 2026-2030.
This ensures financial aid continues for students from low-income backgrounds pursuing health careers, promoting diversity in the healthcare workforce.
PROVISION 02
Extends funding for "Primary Care Training and Enhancement" at $49,924,000 annually for fiscal years 2026-2030.
This supports programs that train medical professionals to work in primary care, a critical area facing shortages.
PROVISION 03
Continues funding for "Area Health Education Centers" at $47,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2026-2030.
These centers help distribute health professionals to rural and underserved areas, improving local healthcare access.
PROVISION 04
Reauthorizes funding for "Education and Training Relating to Geriatrics" at $48,245,000 annually for fiscal years 2026-2030.
This supports training for healthcare providers specializing in care for the elderly, a growing and essential field.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $10,000,000 annually for the "Pediatric Specialty Loan Repayment Program" for fiscal years 2026-2030.
This encourages more healthcare professionals to pursue careers in pediatric specialties by helping with student loan debt.
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D· Illinois
YRS IN OFFICE
27
BILLS LED
39
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
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ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTSSEP 10
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
SEP 10
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
SEP 10
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
JUN 30
Introduced in House
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4262
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 30, 2025
Last actionSep 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 30, 2025
House BillHR 4262Health personnelStudent aid and college costs
To reauthorize programs related to health professions education, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED JUN 30, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 10, 2025
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3 min
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