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US S2699

US S2699
Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act


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Introduced
09/03/2025
In Committee
09/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize certain education and training programs relating to geriatrics, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the "Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act", amends the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize and update funding for education and training programs related to geriatrics, which is the branch of medicine focused on healthcare for older adults. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 753(d) of the existing law to authorize appropriations of $48,245,000 annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support these geriatric education and training programs. By providing consistent and dedicated funding over this five-year period, the legislation aims to ensure continued investment in developing healthcare professionals with expertise in caring for the elderly population, which is becoming increasingly important as the United States experiences demographic shifts with a growing number of older citizens.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6010-6011) (on 09/03/2025)

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