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Expanding Healthcare Workforce in Indian Health Service

This act aims to improve healthcare access for Native Americans by establishing a new office within the Indian Health Service. This office will train more doctors and medical professionals, potentially reducing wait times and enhancing the quality of medical services in tribal communities.
Key points
Establishes an Office of Graduate Medical Education Programs within the Indian Health Service to train future healthcare professionals.
The office will oversee residency and fellowship programs to increase the number of specialists working in Indian Health Service facilities.
Authorizes at least $4 million annually from fiscal year 2027 to support these programs.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3670
Sponsor: Rep. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1]
Process start date: 2025-06-02
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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 119_HR_3670.

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 2025-06-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes an Office of Graduate Medical Education Programs within the Indian Health Service to train future healthcare professionals.
  • The office will oversee residency and fellowship programs to increase the number of specialists working in Indian Health Service facilities.
  • Authorizes at least $4 million annually from fiscal year 2027 to support these programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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: Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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