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H 1410

An Act relative to the primary care workforce development and loan repayment grant program at community health centers

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jo Comerford and 13 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill creates loan repayment grants for primary care workers at community health centers to boost workforce recruitment and retention in underserved areas.

Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
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Bill Summary · H 1410

Legislative bill overview

H 1410 establishes a loan repayment grant program for primary care providers working at Massachusetts community health centers. The bill aims to address workforce shortages in primary care by offering financial incentives to attract and retain doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other primary care professionals in underserved communities.

Why is this important

Primary care workforce shortages significantly impact healthcare access in rural and economically disadvantaged areas. By reducing the financial burden of medical education debt, this program could improve recruitment and retention of primary care providers at community health centers, potentially expanding preventive care access and reducing emergency department overcrowding.

Potential points of contention

  • Program cost and funding source: The bill's financial requirements and how the state will fund ongoing repayment obligations without specified revenue mechanisms may face budget scrutiny
  • Eligibility and distribution fairness: Determining which providers qualify, geographic prioritization, and loan amount caps could create disputes over equitable distribution of limited resources
  • Long-term commitment requirements: Potential controversy over how long recipients must work at participating centers to avoid repayment clawbacks, balancing workforce retention against worker freedom

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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