H.R. 5376In committeeHealth care
Health career grant programs face new evaluation requirements
Data as of July 12, 2026
Starting October 1, 2025, at least 4 percent of health profession opportunity grant funds must go toward studying whether the training programs work.45-second read · 5 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill requires HHS to formally study how well health profession opportunity grant training programs perform, tracking short-term, medium-term, and long-term outcomes like job placement and earnings. At least 4 percent of annual grant funding must be set aside specifically for this research and evaluation work, including hiring staff to conduct it.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects HHS, which oversees the grants; organizations that receive grants to run healthcare job training programs; and, indirectly, the low-income individuals enrolled in those training programs.
Why does it matter?
Setting aside 4 percent of funding for evaluation means less money is available for direct training services, shifting resources from program delivery to research and oversight.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- 4% of annual grant funds set aside
- funds evaluation and staff hiring
- less money for direct training
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
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- President's desk
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Official title
Impacts and Outcomes for Health Career Training Act
- Introduced:
- September 16, 2025
- Latest action:
- September 16, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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