The bill aims to tackle the primary care provider shortage in Rhode Island by establishing the "Primary Care Training Sites Program" under a new chapter in the state's health and safety laws. This program, to be overseen by the Department of Health, will develop a system for awarding grants to primary care sites, which will serve as training grounds for various medical professionals. These sites must meet certain criteria, such as maintaining NCQA PCMH distinction and providing integrated behavioral health services. The bill specifies that grant awards may not exceed $90,000 per recipient, per calendar year.

To fund the program, the bill appropriates $2,700,000 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, and requires annual appropriations for subsequent years. The director of the Department of Health is tasked with implementing rules and regulations, submitting annual financial records for audits, and reporting on the program's progress to the general assembly and the governor by December 31 each year. A severability clause is included to ensure the program's continuation even if parts of the chapter are invalidated. The act is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2024.