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Modernizing Rural Healthcare: Expanding Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Roles

This act aims to improve access to healthcare, especially in rural areas, by modernizing the rules for employing physician assistants and nurse practitioners. This will allow medical facilities to utilize their services more flexibly, potentially reducing waiting times for appointments and increasing the availability of medical care for citizens. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.
Key points
Increased flexibility for medical facilities to employ physician assistants and nurse practitioners, in line with state law.
Potential increase in the availability of medical services, particularly in rural areas, through better utilization of medical staff.
Changes will come into effect on January 1, 2027, impacting services provided from that date onwards.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5199
Sponsor: Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]
Process start date: 2025-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Modernizing Rural Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Utilization Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5199.

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 2025-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased flexibility for medical facilities to employ physician assistants and nurse practitioners, in line with state law.
  • Potential increase in the availability of medical services, particularly in rural areas, through better utilization of medical staff.
  • Changes will come into effect on January 1, 2027, impacting services provided from that date onwards.
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. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1].

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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