New York A06711 — Provides for the award of regents scholarships and loan forgiveness for dentists and podiatrists on the same terms as physicians.

New York A06711 amends the education law to provide for the award of regents scholarships and loan forgiveness for dentists and podiatrists on the same terms as physicians and dentists. It establishes criteria for the selection of scholarship recipients, including priority for economically disadvantaged applicants and those from underrepresented minority groups. Recipients must agree to practice in designated shortage areas and accept Medicare and Medicaid payments. The bill also outlines the calculation of award amounts and the consequences for non-compliance with service requirements.

New York A06711 — Provides for the award of regents scholarships and loan forgiveness for dentists and podiatrists on the same terms as physicians.

New York A06711 amends the education law to provide for the award of regents scholarships and loan forgiveness for dentists and podiatrists on the same terms as physicians and dentists. It establishes criteria for the selection of scholarship recipients, including priority for economically disadvantaged applicants and those from underrepresented minority groups. Recipients must agree to practice in designated shortage areas and accept Medicare and Medicaid payments. The bill also outlines the calculation of award amounts and the consequences for non-compliance with service requirements.