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Fair Funding for Rural Hospitals: New Medicaid Allotment Rules.

This act aims to ensure a minimum financial support for hospitals, especially those in rural areas, through the Medicaid program. This means these hospitals will receive a stable, minimum amount of money, which can improve access to healthcare for residents in these regions and ensure financial stability for the facilities.
Key points
Hospitals will receive at least $20 million annually from Medicaid starting in 2025, providing more stable funding.
The minimum support amount will increase with inflation from 2030, helping hospitals maintain the value of received funds.
The changes aim to improve access to healthcare, especially for rural residents, by strengthening the financial position of local hospitals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_474
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2025-02-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Funding for Rural Hospitals Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_474.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals will receive at least $20 million annually from Medicaid starting in 2025, providing more stable funding.
  • The minimum support amount will increase with inflation from 2030, helping hospitals maintain the value of received funds.
  • The changes aim to improve access to healthcare, especially for rural residents, by strengthening the financial position of local hospitals.
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 Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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