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.

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.