This legislative proposal aims to expand the types of organizations eligible to receive Health Profession Opportunity Grants (HPOGs) under the Social Security Act. Specifically, it amends Section 2008(a)(4)(A) of the Act to explicitly include hospitals , as defined in section 1861(e), among the entities that can be awarded these grants. By adding hospitals to the list alongside community-based organizations, the bill seeks to broaden the reach and impact of these federal grants. This change would enable hospitals to access funding for programs that train individuals for various healthcare professions, potentially addressing workforce shortages and enhancing healthcare services. The amendment is slated to become effective on October 1, 2025 .