The bill amends the Fiscal Code of Pennsylvania to establish the "FQHC Primary Care Workforce Initiative," which aims to enhance the primary care workforce by providing clinical rotation placements for students attending accredited medical colleges at federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). The Department of Health is tasked with establishing this initiative within one year of the bill's effective date. The initiative is designed to be voluntary and will support students through placements that allow them to gain practical experience in primary care settings.

To fund 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 enrolled FQHCs to support stipends for preceptors or students involved in the program. The bill emphasizes the importance of fostering a robust primary care workforce in Pennsylvania by facilitating hands-on training opportunities for future healthcare professionals.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 644 (Apr 14, 2025): P.L.343, No.176
Printer's No. 1285 (Oct 28, 2025): P.L.343, No.176