Establishes a mental health provider loan deferment and forgiveness program to strengthen the mental health workforce.
The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to create a program for mental health providers. Eligible individuals, including physicians, psychologists, and counselors, can have their student loans deferred or forgiven if they commit to full-time employment in mental health care for at least five years. This employment must be in areas with shortages of mental health professionals or at institutions serving such areas. The program covers various federal student loans and forgives up to $200,000 of principal and interest.
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