The bill amends the Fiscal Code of Pennsylvania to establish a new initiative aimed at enhancing the primary care workforce within Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). It introduces Article I-M, which outlines the definitions relevant to the initiative, including terms such as "accredited medical college," "certified registered nurse practitioner," and "primary care practitioner." The initiative is designed to provide clinical rotation placements for students from accredited medical colleges at FQHCs, thereby fostering practical training and experience in primary care settings.

To support this initiative, the bill appropriates $2,500,000 from the General Fund for grants to be awarded to participating FQHCs. These grants will be distributed equally among the centers enrolled in the program to provide stipends for preceptors or students involved in the clinical rotations. The Department of Health is tasked with establishing the FQHC primary care workforce initiative within one year of the bill's enactment, ensuring that the program is operational and funds are allocated effectively to support the development of the primary care workforce in Pennsylvania.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 644 (Apr 14, 2025): P.L.343, No.176