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H.R. 10694

More Nurses in Rural Schools Act

📅 Oct 01, 2026
Summary:
• Amends the Public Health Service Act to make nurses working in elementary or secondary schools located within health professional shortage areas eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program
• Eligible school nurses must agree to serve at least 2 years, with part-time nurses required to complete the equivalent total hours of a full-year, full-time position
• Requires that at least 5% of funds available for the program each fiscal year be set aside for participating school nurses

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