House Bill 828, also known as Senate Bill 922, mandates the commissioner of health to conduct a comprehensive study aimed at enhancing career pathways for individuals with medical training as noncommissioned officers in the U.S. armed forces, specifically in the field of primary care. The study will focus on identifying administrative barriers in current laws, evaluating educational requirements for licensure that align military training with state standards, and providing recommendations for integrating military-trained medical professionals into roles such as physicians, nurses, and physician assistants. Additionally, the study will explore strategies for recruiting veterans into the primary care workforce.

The commissioner is required to utilize existing departmental resources to carry out this study and must submit the findings and any proposed changes to current laws or regulations to the chief clerks of both the Senate and House of Representatives, as well as the legislative librarian, by December 31, 2025. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of improving healthcare provider access and support for veterans transitioning into civilian medical roles.