This bill aims to continue a vital program supporting the nation's public health infrastructure by reauthorizing the existing public health and bio-preparedness workforce loan repayment program. Its primary purpose is to ensure the ongoing availability of this program for healthcare professionals. Specifically, the legislation amends Section 776(i) of the Public Health Service Act to extend the program's funding authorization. The program, previously authorized through fiscal year 2025, will now be authorized for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 , providing an additional five years of support for the public health workforce.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Public Health and Bio-Preparedness Workforce Loan Repayment Reauthorization Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-4445| House
| Updated: 7/16/2025
This bill aims to continue a vital program supporting the nation's public health infrastructure by reauthorizing the existing public health and bio-preparedness workforce loan repayment program. Its primary purpose is to ensure the ongoing availability of this program for healthcare professionals. Specifically, the legislation amends Section 776(i) of the Public Health Service Act to extend the program's funding authorization. The program, previously authorized through fiscal year 2025, will now be authorized for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 , providing an additional five years of support for the public health workforce.