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Pennsylvania · HB 739 · 2025Partial Progress

Nursing Shortage Assistance Program

Establishes a grant program within the Department of Labor and Industry to help nursing students secure post-graduation employment and repay student loans, aimed at easing the statewide nursing shortage.

Status
Approved by House committee
State
Pennsylvania
Session year
2025

Topics

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