This bill proposes an appropriation of three million dollars ($3,000,000) from the general fund to the Health Care Authority specifically aimed at increasing Medicaid reimbursement rates for independent rural health care providers in New Mexico. The funding is designated for expenditure in the fiscal year 2026, ensuring that these providers receive enhanced financial support to improve their services.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any unexpended or unencumbered balance remaining at the end of fiscal year 2026 will revert back to the general fund. This provision ensures that funds are managed responsibly and that any unused money does not remain allocated unnecessarily.