Rep. Carter Leads Bipartisan Bill to Extend Rural Health Grants Through 2030
The House passed this bill in April 2026 and sent it to the Senate for consideration. It is now waiting on the Senate calendar, but the Senate has not scheduled a vote to move it forward. Because the Senate often does not act on bills passed by the House, the future of this legislation remains uncertain.
This bill has strong bipartisan support and has already cleared the committee stage, which means it has a very good chance of passing the full House and moving to the Senate.
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Many tribal communities are located in rural, underserved areas with limited health care options. The bill's emphasis on directing grant funds to "rural underserved populations" and requiring community involvement in project planning could help tribal members gain better access to culturally appropriate health services.
“the Director shall ensure that the funds made available through the grant will be used, as appropriate-- ``(A) to meet the health care needs of rural underserved populations in the local community or region to be served”
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 377.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 4 (Roll no. 128). (text: CR H3021-3022)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 4 (Roll no. 128).
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Considered as unfinished business. (text: CR H3025)
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
The Senate HELP Committee unanimously passed S. 2301, the Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act, which extends rural health grant programs through 2030 to support underserved populations.
The Senate HELP Committee advanced the Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act (S. 2301) to reauthorize three grant programs for preventive screenings, telehealth, and chronic disease management.
The House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee advanced H.R. 2493, the Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act, as part of a package of public health reauthorizations.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025
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