This bill seeks to reauthorize and update a critical grant program established under the Public Health Service Act. The program is specifically designed to address and alleviate existing dental workforce shortages across the nation. It amends Section 340G(f) of the Act, extending the program's authorization for an additional five fiscal years. The new authorization period will cover fiscal years 2026 through 2030 . Furthermore, the bill increases the annual funding level for this vital initiative. It appropriates $15,000,000 for each of these fiscal years, with funds remaining available until expended, ensuring continued support for dental health services.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program for addressing dental workforce needs.
USA119th CongressHR-2001| House
| Updated: 3/10/2025
This bill seeks to reauthorize and update a critical grant program established under the Public Health Service Act. The program is specifically designed to address and alleviate existing dental workforce shortages across the nation. It amends Section 340G(f) of the Act, extending the program's authorization for an additional five fiscal years. The new authorization period will cover fiscal years 2026 through 2030 . Furthermore, the bill increases the annual funding level for this vital initiative. It appropriates $15,000,000 for each of these fiscal years, with funds remaining available until expended, ensuring continued support for dental health services.