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Rural Health Innovation Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1712

The Rural Health Innovation Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 1712, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the unique healthcare challenges faced by rural communities in the United States.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund innovative healthcare solutions specifically tailored to rural areas. This program would provide funding for projects that aim to improve access to healthcare services, increase the quality of care, and address workforce shortages in rural areas.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize healthcare providers to practice in rural communities, such as loan repayment programs and tax incentives. It also seeks to expand telehealth services in rural areas, allowing patients to access care remotely and reducing the need for travel to urban centers for medical appointments. Overall, the Rural Health Innovation Act of 2023 aims to improve healthcare outcomes for residents of rural communities by addressing the unique challenges they face in accessing quality care. It represents a bipartisan effort to support and strengthen healthcare services in rural America.

Current Status of Bill HR 1712

Bill HR 1712 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 22, 2023. Bill HR 1712 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 22, 2023.  Bill HR 1712's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1712

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1712

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1712

David Kustoff
David Kustoff
TennesseeRepublican

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