State Offices of Rural Health Program Reauthorization Act of 2022

Jan 5, 2023
Jan 5, 2023

Summary

Keeps the State Offices of Rural Health program running by providing money for another five years, from fiscal year 2023 through 2027.

What problem does this solve?

Money for state offices that support rural health was scheduled to stop in 2022. This law gives those offices funding to keep helping their communities for five more years.

What does this law do?

Extends program funding for five years
Changes the law to allow funding for the State Offices of Rural Health program through fiscal year 2027, instead of letting it end in 2022.

Who does this affect?

  • Rural communities
  • State health departments
  • Rural healthcare providers

What is the real world impact?

Ensures continued healthcare support in rural areas
Provides stable funding for State Offices of Rural Health. These offices help coordinate and improve healthcare for people living in places with fewer doctors and hospitals.

When does this start?

This law became effective on January 5, 2023, and authorizes funding for fiscal years 2023 through 2027.