Rural Health Care Facility Technical Assistance Program Act

Bill 119 HR 1417, also known as the Rural Health Care Facility Technical Assistance Program, aims to expand and formalize the existing Rural Hospital Technical Assistance Program under the Department of Agriculture. The bill seeks to provide support and resources to rural health care facilities in order to improve access to quality healthcare services in underserved areas.

The program will focus on assisting rural hospitals and health care facilities in areas such as financial management, quality improvement, and workforce development. By providing technical assistance and training, the program aims to help these facilities enhance their operations and better serve their communities.

Additionally, the bill proposes to rename the program as the Rural Health Care Facility Technical Assistance Program to better reflect its expanded scope and focus on all types of rural health care facilities, not just hospitals. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1417 seeks to address the unique challenges faced by rural health care facilities and improve access to healthcare services in rural communities across the United States.