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US HR958

US HR958
Train More Primary Care Doctors Act of 2025


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Introduced
02/04/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize funding for grants and contracts for primary care training and enhancement, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill aims to increase federal funding for primary care training and enhancement programs by modifying the Public Health Service Act. Specifically, the bill increases the authorized funding for these programs from $48,924,000 to $49,924,000 per year, extending the funding period from fiscal years 2021-2025 to fiscal years 2025-2030. The slight increase in annual funding is intended to support the training and development of primary care doctors, which is critical for addressing healthcare workforce needs across the United States. By providing sustained funding, the bill seeks to help medical schools and training programs continue to prepare and support future primary care physicians, potentially improving access to healthcare, especially in underserved communities.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (on 02/04/2025)

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