LB553

Change provisions of the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act

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Nebraska LB553 amends the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act to change eligibility criteria and financial assistance limits for.

Nebraska LB553 amends the Rural Health Systems and Professional Incentive Act by changing eligibility criteria and financial assistance limits. Eligible students include those enrolled in medical, dental, physician assistant, dietitian nutritionist, and mental health practice programs. Recipients must practice in designated health profession shortage areas for at least five years. Financial assistance limits are set at $30,000 per year for academic students and $40,000 per year for medical residents.

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Calendar

Feb 28, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

Feb 28, 2025

1:30 PM

Health and Human Services Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Jan 7

Legislature

Title printed. Carryover bill

Jun 6, 2025

Legislature

Provisions/portions of LB553 amended into LB312 by AM591