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Support for Alaska and Hawaii Hospitals: Better Outpatient Care

New rules aim to improve the quality of medical services provided in hospital outpatient departments in Alaska and Hawaii. This will allow hospitals in these states to better cover non-labor related costs, potentially leading to more stable and accessible healthcare for residents.
Key points
Hospitals in Alaska and Hawaii will receive additional financial support for outpatient services.
The changes aim to account for the higher cost of living in these states, helping maintain care quality.
The provisions will take effect on January 1, 2026, and may improve access to medical services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4269
Sponsor: Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Process start date: 2025-06-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Outpatient Quality for Rural States Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4269.

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 2025-06-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals in Alaska and Hawaii will receive additional financial support for outpatient services.
  • The changes aim to account for the higher cost of living in these states, helping maintain care quality.
  • The provisions will take effect on January 1, 2026, and may improve access to medical services.
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. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Health