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This bill, known as the "Making Opportunities Reachable for Everyone Act" or the "MORE Act", proposes to modify the Health Profession Opportunity Grants program under the Social Security Act by establishing a preference system for grant applicants who demonstrate partnerships across specific categories of organizations. When evaluating grant applications, the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be required to give preference to applicants who have partners from three key groups: (1) state and local government agencies and social service providers, including entities that administer state welfare programs; (2) higher education institutions, apprenticeship programs, and local workforce development boards; and (3) healthcare employers, healthcare industry partnerships, labor unions, and labor-management partnerships. By prioritizing applicants with diverse and robust community and business partnerships, the bill aims to encourage more collaborative and comprehensive approaches to health profession training and workforce development. The changes would take effect on October 1, 2025, providing ample time for organizations to develop and strengthen these partnerships in preparation for future grant applications.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5384/all-info