Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2025

# Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would extend federal funding for a Department of Agriculture program that helps rural areas access telemedicine (remote medical care) and distance learning through 2030. The program provides grants to rural communities to purchase technology, equipment, and training needed for residents to receive medical care and education remotely. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily benefits rural communities, patients, students, and healthcare providers in areas with limited access to hospitals, specialists, and schools. It also affects the Department of Agriculture, which administers the grant program. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee review (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.

It was introduced by Rep. Nicholas Langworthy, a Republican from New York.