Policy Brief October 15, 2026, 2:01 PM ET

$78 million for rural Texas health workforce and chronic disease prevention

The Trump Administration announced $78 million in Rural Health Transformation Program funding to 216 rural healthcare providers through the Rural Texas Strong initiative. The investment will support chronic disease prevention, workforce recruitment and retention, and upgrades to medical equipment and facilities across Texas.

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CMS press release, October 15, 2026

CMS News: Trump Administration Announces $78 Million for Rural Healthcare Workforce, Chronic Disease Prevention, and Facility Upgrades Across Texas

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