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Support for Medical Students in Rural and Underserved Areas

This new law aims to improve healthcare access in sparsely populated and medically neglected regions. It will allow medical students to complete clinical rotations in local facilities, encouraging them to practice in these areas after graduation. Citizens in these communities can expect better access to doctors in the future.
Key points
The act introduces grants for medical schools and healthcare facilities to provide training opportunities for students in rural and medically underserved areas.
The goal is to encourage future doctors to settle and work in places lacking specialists, thereby improving access to healthcare.
Training will take place in rural health clinics, federally qualified health centers, and other facilities within medically underserved communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3885
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1]
Process start date: 2025-06-10