The Healthcare is Human Act of 2026 creates a federal tax credit for licensed and certified healthcare professionals who work in underserved areas. Healthcare workers earn between $300 to $500 per month in tax credits, depending on how many hours they work that month, with the highest credit going to those working over 160 hours monthly. To qualify, professionals must work at Veterans Affairs medical facilities or at healthcare providers located in federally designated health professional shortage areas and must work at least 80 hours per month for a minimum of 8 months per year. The credit applies only to individuals earning under $200,000 annually (or $400,000 for joint returns) and expires after December 31, 2030. The bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report by June 2030 on whether the credit successfully improved healthcare worker retention and patient care quality in underserved and rural areas, particularly within the VA system.
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