LB312

Include nurse anesthesia practice and dietitian nutrition practice under the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act

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Nebraska LB312 expands the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act to include nurse anesthesia and dietitian nutrition practices.

Nebraska LB312 amends the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act to include nurse anesthesia practice and dietitian nutrition practice. The bill provides student loans and loan repayments for professionals in these fields who practice in designated health profession shortage areas. It also repeals and replaces previous sections of the act, ensuring that financial assistance is provided to those who commit to practicing in underserved areas for a specified period. The bill aims to address shortages in these professions by incentivizing practice in areas with the greatest need.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

46 Yea

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1 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 7, 2025

1:30 PM

Health and Human Services Hearing

Feb 7, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 6, 2025

Legislature

Provisions/portions of LB553 amended into LB312 by AM591

Apr 8, 2025

Legislature

Approved by Governor on April 7, 2025

Apr 3, 2025

Legislature

Dispensing of reading at large approved