RI S3062

Expands Rhode Island's Health Professional Loan Repayment Program to include physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants working in primary care settings statewide, not just those in designated health professional shortage areas

Increases annual program funding from $100,000 to $500,000, with a minimum appropriation of $500,000 required starting in fiscal year 2027-2028

Requires primary care participants to commit to practicing in Rhode Island for at least 2 years, with part-time work (minimum 24 hours per week) prorated to extend the service obligation

Adds a new legislative finding recognizing the national and regional shortage of primary care providers and the difficulty recruiting nurses, medical assistants, and behavioral health clinicians

Directs the Health Professional Loan Repayment Board to determine eligible areas based on primary care provider shortages in addition to existing health professional shortage area designations