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Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act
4/24/2026, 8:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8473
The Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act, designated as H.R. 8473 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 23, 2026, aims to enhance veterinary services to bolster public health in rural areas. The bill focuses on expanding access to veterinary care in underserved communities, particularly in rural regions, to address public health concerns. The specific directives and actions proposed within the bill are not detailed in the provided context.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8473
Bill HR 8473 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 23, 2026. Bill HR 8473 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 23, 2026. Bill HR 8473's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 23, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8473
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8473
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8473
Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act
Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act
To provide public health veterinary services to Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations for rabies prevention, and for other purposes.
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