NJ S3666

Extends New Jersey's Primary Care Practitioner Loan Redemption Program eligibility to include licensed physical therapists practicing in designated underserved areas or health professional shortage areas

Allows physical therapists to receive up to $120,000 (or the federal maximum, whichever is greater) in student loan redemption in exchange for a minimum two-year service commitment at an approved site

Requires physical therapist participants to meet the same program requirements as other practitioners, including a six-month probationary period, maintaining state licensure, and agreeing not to discriminate against patients based on ability to pay

Amends the definition of "program participant" to include practitioners providing physical therapy services alongside primary care providers such as physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants

Sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco (District 25 - Morris and Passaic) and introduced February 24, 2026