Health occupations: pharmacists; Michigan essential health provider recruitment strategy; expand to include pharmacists. Amends secs. 2701 & 2705 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2701 & 333.2705).

Summary

The bill adds pharmacists to the list of designated professionals who can receive state loan‑repayment assistance for working in health‑resource shortage areas. It updates the definitions and repayment rules so pharmacists may earn up to $40,000 per year, capped at $300,000 total, in exchange for a service commitment. The change aims to improve access to pharmacy services in underserved communities.

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