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HB10729: Long-Term Rural Health Investment Act of 2026

: Sharice Davids (D-US) : Oct 11, 2026 Updated: Oct 5, 2026
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  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To amend Public Law 119-21 to adjust limitations on State directed payments under the Medicaid program, and to repeal certain provisions related to provider taxes.

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This bill modifies rules about how states can direct Medicaid money (the federal-state health program for low-income people) to specific healthcare providers. It adjusts spending limits that states can use for these directed payments. The bill also repeals (cancels) certain rules about taxes that states charge to healthcare providers. The bill was introduced in Congress and is currently in the early stages of consideration.

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