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HR 6862 United States House · 119th Congress

Protecting Health Care Workforce Pipelines Act

This bill extends the deadline for graduate and professional students in health care fields to avoid loan repayment requirements. It specifically affects students enrolled in health professions programs at qualifying institutions located within 100 miles of a health professional shortage area or medically underserved community. The key change delays the termination date for these students' loan limits from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2030. This provides additional time for students to complete their education without immediate repayment obligations, aiming to support health care workforce development.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill extends loan repayment deadlines for health care graduate students, supporting higher education access by reducing financial barriers for students in health professions programs at qualifying institutions.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends loan repayment deadline for health care students in shortage areas, supporting workforce development and access to care in underserved communities.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Last action Dec 18, 2025
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Dec 18, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Dec 18, 2025
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Josh Harder
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