Hawaii HB213 appropriates $30 million over fiscal years 2025 and 2026 for the healthcare education loan repayment program.
Hawaii HB213 allocates $15 million annually for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to the healthcare education loan repayment program. This program assists health care professionals in repaying their educational loans in exchange for medical service in Hawaii. The bill addresses the persistent workforce shortage in the health care industry, particularly in behavioral health services, by providing financial relief to health care providers. The program has helped over 890 residents, including primary care providers and behavioral health specialists, in 2023.
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