Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025
United States119th CongressHR-2493House of Representatives
Updated: Apr 22, 2026
Summary
The bill extends the authorization of key rural health care grant programs through 2030 . It amends the Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grants to require that funds be used to meet the needs of rural underserved populations and to involve those populations in project development and operations. It similarly amends the Rural Health Network Development Grants to ensure funds increase access to quality care through integrated networks and that underserved residents participate in planning and implementation. The amendments emphasize community involvement and tailored service delivery. The reauthorization preserves existing funding mechanisms while strengthening oversight of how grant dollars are applied to rural health needs.
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Latest companion bill action
S-2301: Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 153.
Considered as unfinished business.
House of Representatives
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 4 (Roll no. 128). (text: CR H3021-3022)
House of Representatives
View voteMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
House of Representatives
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 377.
Senate