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The Florida House on Thursday gave final approval to a wide-ranging bill that supporters say will expand access to health care as the state's population continues to increase.

A legislative package calls for spending nearly $900 million to shift patients away from emergency rooms, offset hospital training costs, and help doctors pay off debt.

Ultimately, the hospital and UCF College of Medicine plan to provide 100 annual residencies in a number of medical specialties.

The Safety Net Alliance and the Florida Hospital Association are asking state lawmakers to consider doubling the amount of money it spends on medical residencies.

Right now, if a doctor or nurse falls behind on paying their student loans, Florida can revoke their license. Rep. Mike Beltran (R-Valrico) says the…

A bill increasing the penalties against someone who assaults Florida doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers passed its first House panel…