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Support for Nursing and Health Schools: New Funding Rules

This act aims to make it easier for hospitals to cover the costs of educating nurses and other healthcare professionals. This will allow hospitals to better support educational programs, potentially increasing the number of available medical specialists and improving healthcare for citizens. The act also prevents hospitals from losing money for these costs and mandates the refund of previously recouped amounts.
Key points
Hospitals will find it easier to cover the costs of educating nurses and other healthcare professionals, potentially increasing the availability of medical staff.
The act ensures hospitals will not lose Medicare payments for supporting educational programs and will receive refunds for previously recouped funds.
The changes aim to strengthen the medical education system, which in the long run could improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for everyone.
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Print number: 118_HR_10225
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rebuild America’s Health Care Schools Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10225.

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 2024-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals will find it easier to cover the costs of educating nurses and other healthcare professionals, potentially increasing the availability of medical staff.
  • The act ensures hospitals will not lose Medicare payments for supporting educational programs and will receive refunds for previously recouped funds.
  • The changes aim to strengthen the medical education system, which in the long run could improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for everyone.
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. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

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

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Health Education