An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for J-1 Visa Waiver Physician Grant Program.
What changed between versions
Extended program funding period from December 31, 2030 to December 31, 2032, and changed grant disbursement deadline from 60 to 90 days after approval.
Added new reporting requirement to include total appropriation amounts distributed each calendar year and submission to House Appropriations and Health Committee chairs.
Added definition for 'health professional shortage area' and updated 'Flex 10 waiver' definition to include specific criteria for employer locations and physician employment.
Added new priority criteria requiring employers to be independent entities not affiliated with health care systems and located in medically underserved areas or rural counties.
Strengthened non-compliance provisions by specifying reimbursement period and adding reference to unsworn falsification statute for false statements.
Renumbered sections 110-M and 111-M to correct section numbering sequence.
