Bill > HR5383

This bill amends section 2008 of the Social Security Act to enhance the Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) program by introducing new requirements for grant applications and support services. Specifically, when considering grant applications, the Secretary of Health and Human Services must now give preference to proposals that include mentoring, peer support, and career coaching as part of case management plans, as well as applications that commit to providing participants with monthly cash stipends or wage supplements. The bill mandates that projects funded under this section must develop comprehensive case management plans that incorporate career coaching, with the option to offer ongoing peer support and mentoring to help participants develop soft skills and social capital. These support services can be provided before, during, and after initial training as part of a career pathway model. The amendments will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to provide more comprehensive support for program participants to improve their professional development and employment outcomes.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5383/all-info