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Support for Medical Schools in Underserved Areas

This act aims to improve access to healthcare, especially in areas with a shortage of doctors. Through grants, new medical schools will be established or existing ones expanded, increasing the number of available doctors and improving the quality of medical services for citizens. It focuses on educating students from diverse backgrounds, including those from rural and underserved areas.
Key points
Increase in Doctors: Grants will help establish and expand medical schools, meaning more doctors in the future.
Better Healthcare Access: New schools will primarily be located where doctors are scarce, improving access to medical services for residents.
Student Support: The program encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including rural and low-income areas, to study medicine.
Tailored Education: Curricula will emphasize care for rural and underserved populations, considering cultural and linguistic differences.
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Print number: 118_HR_4985
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Medical Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4985.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increase in Doctors: Grants will help establish and expand medical schools, meaning more doctors in the future.
  • Better Healthcare Access: New schools will primarily be located where doctors are scarce, improving access to medical services for residents.
  • Student Support: The program encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including rural and low-income areas, to study medicine.
  • Tailored Education: Curricula will emphasize care for rural and underserved populations, considering cultural and linguistic differences.
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. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21].

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 2025-12-25.

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Health Education