The Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act seeks to reauthorize and provide dedicated funding for critical education and training programs focused on geriatrics. This legislation specifically amends Section 753(d) of the Public Health Service Act, which governs these vital programs. Under the proposed amendment, a sum of $48,245,000 is to be appropriated annually for each of the fiscal years 2026 through 2030 . This sustained funding aims to ensure the continued development and expansion of the healthcare workforce specializing in the care of older adults, thereby addressing the growing needs of the aging population.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6010-6011)
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.
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Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act
USA119th CongressS-2699| Senate
| Updated: 3/19/2026
The Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act seeks to reauthorize and provide dedicated funding for critical education and training programs focused on geriatrics. This legislation specifically amends Section 753(d) of the Public Health Service Act, which governs these vital programs. Under the proposed amendment, a sum of $48,245,000 is to be appropriated annually for each of the fiscal years 2026 through 2030 . This sustained funding aims to ensure the continued development and expansion of the healthcare workforce specializing in the care of older adults, thereby addressing the growing needs of the aging population.