HR 7686
Rural and Underserved Health Care Staffing Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:00 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Rural and Underserved Health Care Staffing Act, aims to clarify the legal status of locum tenens physicians and advanced care practitioners when providing services to healthcare facilities. It establishes that these professionals should be treated as independent contractors rather than employees for federal programs, ensuring consistent application of labor laws. The bill specifically outlines which federal laws and programs are affected by this designation, promoting stability and access to care in rural and underserved areas.
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