Health Professional Loan Repayment Amendment Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This bill declares an emergency to allow the District of Columbia Department of Health to adjust the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program due to a lack of funding. It specifically adds certified addiction counselors to the list of eligible health professionals and grants the Department authority to modify repayment amounts and allocation procedures based on available federal funds. The legislation aims to prevent the program from running out of money, which would otherwise force cuts to other healthcare services in underserved areas or reduce the number of participating providers. By removing mandatory minimum repayment requirements, the bill ensures the Department can continue recruiting and retaining providers without creating unfunded financial obligations.