The Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act reauthorizes federal education and training programs focused on geriatrics—the medical specialty dealing with older adults—under the Public Health Service Act. The bill allocates $48.245 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support these geriatrics education and training initiatives. This funding will help expand the healthcare workforce's capacity to care for America's aging population by supporting training programs for doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals specializing in care for elderly patients. The legislation was introduced by Senator Collins and Senator Kaine in September 2025 and was referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions for further consideration.
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