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Bill > H3621
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Introduced
03/30/2023
03/30/2023
In Committee
03/30/2023
03/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to encourage and improve the level of availability of physicians. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to address the shortage of physicians and senior-level healthcare workers in Massachusetts. It proposes to create a Physicians Scholarship Program (PSP) within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services and the Department of Public Health. The PSP will provide financial assistance, in the form of grants and scholarships, to qualified students enrolled in accredited medical physician education programs in Massachusetts. In exchange, these students must commit to at least four years of full-time service in a qualified medical institution or healthcare facility within the state. The bill also authorizes the Department of Public Health to develop and administer the program, as well as to maintain detailed records and provide an annual public report with recommendations for the program's refinement.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3621 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3621.pdf |
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