Promoting Health Careers in Community and Technical Colleges Act

# Promoting Health Careers in Community and Technical Colleges Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to expand healthcare workforce training by supporting community and technical colleges in developing and strengthening health career programs. The legislation would likely provide funding and resources to help these institutions train students for healthcare positions, addressing workforce shortages in the medical field. Community and technical colleges would be equipped to offer more health-related educational pathways to prepare workers for jobs in nursing, medical technology, and other healthcare roles. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit students at community and technical colleges seeking healthcare careers, healthcare employers facing worker shortages, and the institutions themselves.

Rural and underserved communities that rely on community colleges for workforce development would likely see particular benefits, as these schools often serve populations with limited access to four-year universities. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5374 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) in the 119th Congress. Since it hasn't passed committee, it has not become law.