Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas Act

Hozzl · 2022-02-08T23:15:19Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3194 Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:15 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3194

Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas Act

This bill directs the Health Resources and Services Administration to award up to 100 grants for federally qualified health centers or rural health clinics to provide accredited continuing medical education to their primary care providers.

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Current Status of Bill S 3194

Bill S 3194 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2020. Bill S 3194 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on January 15, 2020. Bill S 3194's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 15, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3194

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3194

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Education programs funding

- Health care coverage and access

- Health facilities and institutions

- Health personnel

- Health programs administration and funding

- Medical education

- Rural conditions and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3194

Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas Act

A bill to establish a program ensuring access to accredited continuing medical education for primary care physicians and other health care providers at Federally-qualified health centers and rural health clinics, to provide training and clinical support for primary care providers to practice at their full scope and improve access to care for patients in underserved areas.