Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025

This bill would let the Secretary of Health and Human Services award grants to organizations to start new rural physician residency programs, including adding new rural training sites to existing rural track programs. These grants would last 3 years, and programs would focus on primary care and high-need specialties, maternal health and obstetrics, or other areas the Secretary approves. A separate grant program, lasting 4 years, would fund technical assistance for grant recipients and potential applicants. Eligible groups include public and private organizations, Indian Tribes, rural hospitals, clinics, and medical schools. The bill authorizes $12.7 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

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Sponsors

• Carol D. Miller Republican sponsor
• 12 cosponsors