State Offices of Rural Health Program Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill, titled the "State Offices of Rural Health Program Reauthorization Act of 2026," aims to reauthorize the State Offices of Rural Health program by amending the Public Health Service Act. It specifically modifies section 338J(i)(1) of the Act to authorize appropriations for grants under the program, ensuring continued federal support for initiatives addressing health care needs in rural areas. The legislation authorizes $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027 , providing consistent financial backing for the program over a five-year period. Subsequently, it increases the authorized funding to $13,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2028 through 2032 , extending the program's reauthorization for an additional five years with enhanced financial resources to further strengthen rural health services.