BillHR 8347 · 119

RURAL Healthcare Act

Introduced

Apr 16, 2026

Cosponsors

Traction

Last Action

Apr 16, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes programs to improve healthcare in rural areas. Funds training and recruitment of healthcare professionals to work in these areas.

Bill Journey

Apr 16, 2026
Apr 16, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects people living in rural areas, providing them with better access to healthcare services and more healthcare professionals. It also impacts healthcare professionals, offering them training and job opportunities in rural areas.

Impact Areas

Sample

Addresses Supply

Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.

Supports Families

Aimed at easing pressure on working households.

Long-term Impact

Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.

Expands Access

Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party

Republican1

Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

Full Bill Text
H.R. 8347 · congress.gov

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal

Primary TopicMoney & Economy

CommitteeCommittee on Education and Workforce

IntroducedApr 16, 2026

Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Subjects

Economy
Health

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.