12.0127 – IMMIGRATION VISA WAIVERS FOR PHYSICIANS. (a)
Texas Health and Safety Code § 12.0127
Summary
This law allows Texas to request a waiver for foreign physicians from the requirement to return to their home country if they agree to practice in underserved areas. It aims to address physician shortages in specific regions by facilitating immigration for qualified alien physicians.
Applies to qualified alien physicians seeking waivers.
Physicians must practice in designated underserved areas.
Waivers are in accordance with federal immigration laws.
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