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This bill aims to improve the allocation of unused J-visa waivers, which are currently used by foreign medical professionals working in the United States. Specifically, the bill requires each State agency that receives a waiver under section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to report unused waivers to the Secretary of State by September 30 each year. Starting in fiscal year 2026, the Secretary of State will calculate the total number of unused waivers and redistribute one-third of the difference between available and distributed waivers among eligible State agencies. To be considered an eligible State agency, an organization must have used at least 30 waivers in the previous fiscal year. Importantly, 10% of these redistributed "supplemental waivers" must be used to support medical positions in underserved communities, as defined by the Public Health Service Act. The bill is designed to ensure more efficient use of J-visa waivers and help address healthcare workforce shortages in areas with limited medical access.

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