H.R. 4445 extends federal loan repayment assistance for public health and bio-preparedness workers by reauthorizing an existing program through fiscal year 2030, moving its authorization window from 2023-2025 to 2026-2030. The bill aims to help recruit and retain qualified professionals in public health and pandemic preparedness roles by offsetting their student loan burdens. This program affects healthcare workers, epidemiologists, laboratory specialists, and other professionals who work in public health agencies and bio-defense positions. While the bill text doesn't specify new funding amounts, it ensures the program can continue operating and distributing loan repayment assistance during the extended five-year period. The bill was introduced in July 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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