A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Immigrants in Nursing and Allied Health Act of 2026. It lets the Secretary of Health and Human Services give out grants to state, local, and Tribal governments, and private organizations. These grants are meant to help certain immigrants overcome barriers so they can become nurses or allied health professionals in the United States. The funds can pay for education, training, licensing, certification exams, living stipends, English classes, and getting overseas records. Additionally, the bill allows these eligible immigrants to serve in the National Health Service Corps and take part in its scholarship and loan repayment programs.
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- Scored +8
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The legislation directly targets lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, and other work-authorized immigrants by funding their education, training, language classes, and licensing costs.
- Scored +6
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The bill reduces barriers for immigrants to enter nursing and allied health professions, increasing the overall supply of healthcare workers available to patients.
- Scored +5
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill provides financial assistance, living stipends, and educational support that help low-income immigrant households access better-paying healthcare careers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2, adding Section 755A(b)(1): This provision lets grant money be used to pay for the costs of education, training, licensing, and certification. This is a positive outcome because it helps qualified immigrants afford the schooling and testing needed to work in healthcare.
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Section 2, adding Section 755A(b)(2): This allows grant funds to provide a living stipend for individuals studying for their exams. This could benefit people by helping them cover their daily living expenses while they focus on their studies.
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Section 2, adding Section 755A(b)(3) and (4): These parts allow funding for English as a second language classes and help with obtaining overseas academic or training records. This is helpful for immigrants who need language support or assistance getting their foreign education recognized in the United States.
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Section 3, amending Section 331: This allows eligible immigrants to serve in the National Health Service Corps and participate in its scholarship and loan repayment programs. This is a positive provision because it opens up career paths and financial help for these professionals while bringing more workers into the health service corps.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — The legislation directly targets lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, and other work-authorized immigrants by funding their education, training, language classes, and licensing costs. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill provides financial assistance, living stipends, and educational support that help low-income immigrant households access better-paying healthcare careers. Would students be better off under this? — Immigrant students pursuing nursing and allied health professions receive direct financial support for tuition, exams, and living expenses. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Middle-aged immigrants looking to re-certify or transition into healthcare careers benefit directly from the grant programs and credential assistance. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adults entering the workforce stand to benefit from educational support, living stipends, and career entry programs in healthcare. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Immigrants of Asian descent who face credentialing and language barriers will benefit from the support provided in the bill. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Many immigrants who benefit from these healthcare training grants belong to Hispanic and other immigrant communities. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Tribal governments are eligible to receive grant funds under this act to support healthcare workforce development in their communities. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Adding healthcare professionals to the National Health Service Corps improves provider availability in medically underserved areas where many veterans reside.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill reduces barriers for immigrants to enter nursing and allied health professions, increasing the overall supply of healthcare workers available to patients. Does this help veterans get medical care? — Expanding the National Health Service Corps to include eligible immigrant professionals can increase the availability of healthcare providers in underserved areas that often serve veterans.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The legislation provides grant funding to cover the costs of education, training, and licensing for eligible immigrants pursuing healthcare careers. Does this reduce what student borrowers owe or repay? — The bill allows eligible immigrant healthcare professionals to participate in the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill authorizes grants to help eligible immigrants become nurses and allied health professionals, thereby creating employment opportunities in the healthcare sector. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By integrating qualified immigrants into the healthcare workforce, the bill helps address staffing shortages and supports economic productivity.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Providing education, training, living stipends, and career pathways helps eligible immigrants secure stable, higher-paying employment and lift themselves out of poverty.
- 10/1/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Raja KrishnamoorthiDemocrat · Illinois