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Hospitals Now Eligible for Federal Health Professional Training Grants.

This Act expands the list of entities eligible to receive federal grants for health profession opportunity training programs. Starting October 1, 2024, hospitals can apply for these funds, aiming to increase the supply of skilled healthcare workers. This change could lead to better access to and quality of healthcare services for citizens.
Key points
Hospitals are now included as eligible entities to receive federal grants for training healthcare professionals.
The goal is to boost the number of qualified medical staff, potentially improving the quality and availability of health services.
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Print number: 118_HR_8681
Sponsor: Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Process start date: 2024-06-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Providers Training Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8681.

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 2024-06-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals are now included as eligible entities to receive federal grants for training healthcare professionals.
  • The goal is to boost the number of qualified medical staff, potentially improving the quality and availability of health services.
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. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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