Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-06T09:06:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 290 Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/6/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 290

Bill 119 hr 290, also known as the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program Reauthorization Act, aims to renew and strengthen the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program within the Department of Agriculture. This program provides funding and support for rural communities to access educational and healthcare services through technology.

The bill seeks to continue the program's efforts in expanding access to quality education and healthcare in remote areas by providing grants for the purchase of equipment and infrastructure necessary for distance learning and telemedicine services. It also aims to improve the program's effectiveness by promoting collaboration between different stakeholders, such as schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure accountability and transparency in the program's administration, requiring regular reporting on the program's impact and outcomes. It also emphasizes the importance of evaluating the program's effectiveness in achieving its goals and making any necessary adjustments to improve its performance. Overall, Bill 119 hr 290 is focused on reauthorizing and enhancing the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program to better serve rural communities in accessing essential services through technology.

Congressional Summary of HR 290

Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program through FY2030. This Department of Agriculture program provides grants to help rural communities gain the technology and training necessary to engage in telemedicine and distance learning.

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Current Status of Bill HR 290

Bill HR 290 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HR 290 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HR 290's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development. as of February 14, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 290

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Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 290

To reauthorize the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program of the Department of Agriculture.To reauthorize the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program of the Department of Agriculture.

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