HR3102Referred to Committee

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an Office of Rural Health, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-04-30
Introduced
3
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Michael Guest
Michael Guest
Republican · MS · Representative
Votes with party: 97.8% (643 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (3)

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2025-04-30

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would create a new Office of Rural Health within the Department of Health and Human Services to focus on improving healthcare access and services in rural communities, which often struggle with doctor shortages and limited medical facilities. This office would likely coordinate programs, research, and policies aimed at addressing the unique health challenges rural Americans face, such as higher rates of certain diseases and longer distances to hospitals. The bill affects rural residents, healthcare providers in small towns, and federal health agencies responsible for serving these underserved areas.

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