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IL HB3571

IL HB3571
HOSPICE CARE LOAN REPAYMENT


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Introduced
02/17/2023
In Committee
03/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2025

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
103rd General Assembly

Bill Summary

Creates the Community Hospice and Palliative Care Professional Loan Repayment Program Act. Provides that beginning on or before 6 months after the effective date of the Act, the Community Hospice and Palliative Care Professional Loan Repayment Program is created, which shall be administered by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Provides that the program shall provide loan repayment assistance, subject to appropriation, to eligible hospice and palliative professionals practicing in a community-based hospice agency that provides services in the State. Provides that each year, the Commission shall receive and consider applications for loan repayment assistance under this Act. Makes provisions concerning grant awards; eligibility requirements; and other matters. Provides that the Commission shall administer the program and shall adopt rules not inconsistent with the Act for the program's effective implementation. Provides that the Act is inoperative 10 years after the Act's effective date. Effective immediately.

AI Summary

This bill creates the Community Hospice and Palliative Care Professional Loan Repayment Program Act, which will be administered by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. The program provides loan repayment assistance, subject to appropriation, to eligible hospice and palliative professionals practicing in community-based hospice agencies in Illinois. The bill sets out eligibility requirements, award amounts, and priority for applicants who are members of racial minorities, as they are underrepresented in this field. The program will be in effect for 10 years from the effective date of the Act.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Session Sine Die (on 01/07/2025)

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