Modifies provisions relating to the health professional student loan repayment program

HB 1300 updates Missouri's Health Professional Student Loan Repayment Program to support healthcare workers in underserved areas. The bill creates a dedicated state fund to manage loan repayments for graduates of medical, dental, pharmacy, and chiropractic programs who commit to practicing in designated shortage areas (such as federally recognized health professional shortage zones or areas with extraordinary need). Eligibility requires Missouri residency, U.S. citizenship/permanent residency, enrollment in final-year studies or current licensure in the relevant field, and submission of an application. Participants who fail to complete their service obligation must repay the state the full amount paid plus interest, damages, and collection costs.