Congress has reintroduced the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act. The bill addresses shortages of food animal and public health veterinarians in rural and agricultural communities. USDA is experiencing historical shortages, designating over 190 regions in 44 states as areas of need. Student debt is a key cause of the shortage, as vet students typically graduate with $180,000 in debt.
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