Pennsylvania HB425 establishes a grant program for employers to hire primary care physicians with J-1 visas.
Pennsylvania HB425 creates the J-1 Visa Waiver Primary Care Physician Grant Program, administered by the Department of Health. Employers can apply for grants to cover the salaries of primary care physicians with J-1 visas, aiming to address physician shortages in designated underserved areas. Grants are up to $100,000 per year for three years, with priority given to employers not previously awarded a grant. The program includes annual reporting requirements and compliance checks to ensure proper use of funds.
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