Federal Register #0915-0127

Request for Public Comment on Information Collection for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to its information collection for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Programs. - Government Buyer: - Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) - Department of Health and Human Services - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is not a procurement opportunity. - Products/Services Requested: - Public feedback on forms and processes used for NHSC Loan Repayment Programs - Forms include applications, authorizations, eligibility assessments, Spanish language proficiency evaluations, and site qualification forms - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Updated terminology: 'disadvantaged backgrounds' now referred to as 'vulnerable backgrounds' - Focus on recruiting and retaining primary care health professionals in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) - Agency requests input on necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - No contract value, product, or service line items as this is a request for comment, not a solicitation for goods or services.

Description

This notice from the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), announces a proposed collection of information related to the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs. The agency is seeking public comments on the burden estimate and other aspects of the proposed data collection. Comments are due by October 27, 2026. The collection involves forms used to assess eligibility and qualifications of applicants and to determine Spanish language proficiency if relevant. The program aims to assure an adequate supply of trained primary care health professionals to serve in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs).

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