Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program Reauthorization

Hozzl · 2026-06-10T08:08:07Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8967 Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program Reauthorization currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/10/2026, 8:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8967

The bill titled "To provide for an extension of the rural community hospital demonstration program" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 21, 2026. The specific provisions, purpose, or directives outlined in the bill were not provided in the context object. Further details from the textLists or PDF link would be needed to provide a comprehensive summary of the bill.

Congressional Summary of HR 8967

Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program Reauthorization

This bill extends the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program for an additional five years. The program tests the feasibility of cost-based reimbursement under Medicare for small rural hospitals that are too large to qualify for special payment as critical access hospitals.

The bill specifies that hospitals that participate in the program between December 30, 2024, and January 1, 2027, may continue to participate during the five-year extension period.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8967

Bill HR 8967 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8967 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8967's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of May 21, 2026