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Rural Hospital Support: Extended Funding and Healthcare Stability.

The HEART Act aims to provide financial stability to small rural hospitals, which are crucial for healthcare access in remote areas. This bill extends special funding programs for these hospitals, ensuring better availability of medical services for residents of villages and smaller towns. Citizens will have the assurance that medical facilities will continue to operate in their vicinity, offering essential care.
Key points
The Medicare-dependent hospital program will be permanently extended, providing long-term financial stability for rural hospitals.
Hospitals with a low patient volume (low-volume adjustment program) will receive financial support until 2028, helping them maintain operations.
The changes are designed to be budget-neutral, meaning new expenditures will be offset by other adjustments within the Medicare payment system.
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Print number: 117_HR_9034
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HEART Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9034.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Medicare-dependent hospital program will be permanently extended, providing long-term financial stability for rural hospitals.
  • Hospitals with a low patient volume (low-volume adjustment program) will receive financial support until 2028, helping them maintain operations.
  • The changes are designed to be budget-neutral, meaning new expenditures will be offset by other adjustments within the Medicare payment system.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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