IHS Provider Expansion Act
Indian Health Service: New Training Programs for Medical Students
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by a House subcommittee. It recently had a hearing, which shows that the bill is actively moving forward. There are no further actions scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While tribal health often gets support from both parties, this bill is in the very early stages and currently only has Democratic sponsors.
Key Points
- This bill creates a new office within the Indian Health Service focused on training doctors and other health workers. It would manage residency and fellowship programs where new medical graduates get hands-on experience at tribal health facilities.
- The goal is to build a steady pipeline of healthcare professionals for tribal communities. By training students directly at these facilities, the government hopes more doctors will choose to stay and work in these areas long-term.
- Many tribal health facilities struggle to find and keep enough medical staff. This program addresses that shortage by making it easier for students to complete their required training in those specific locations.
- If passed, the program would receive at least $4 million every year starting in 2027. A group of experts from different government agencies would help set up the office and make sure it stays running for at least ten years.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2428)
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
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Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
IHS Provider Expansion Act
Data Sources
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