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More Doctors for Native Americans: New Training Programs

This act establishes a new office within the Indian Health Service (IHS) to train more doctors and medical professionals. The goal is to improve access to healthcare for Native American communities by increasing the number of available medical staff. Citizens can expect better quality and availability of medical services at IHS facilities.
Key points
Establishment of an Office of Graduate Medical Education Programs within the Indian Health Service (IHS).
The Office will create and oversee residency and fellowship programs for future healthcare professionals.
The aim is to increase the number of doctors and specialists working in IHS facilities, improving access to healthcare.
Collaboration with academic institutions and other government agencies is planned for long-term program support.
At least $4 million annually is authorized for the program starting in fiscal year 2026.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10078
Sponsor: Rep. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1]
Process start date: 2024-10-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

IHS Provider Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10078.

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 2024-10-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of an Office of Graduate Medical Education Programs within the Indian Health Service (IHS).
  • The Office will create and oversee residency and fellowship programs for future healthcare professionals.
  • The aim is to increase the number of doctors and specialists working in IHS facilities, improving access to healthcare.
  • Collaboration with academic institutions and other government agencies is planned for long-term program support.
  • At least $4 million annually is authorized for the program starting in fiscal year 2026.
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. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health