H.R.8279

To expand the definition of institution of higher education in the Higher Education Act of 1965 with respect to certain graduate medical schools located outside of the United States.

Introduced·4/14/26

Expands the definition of institution of higher education to include certain graduate medical schools located outside the United States.

The bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to broaden the definition of institution of higher education to include certain graduate medical schools located outside the United States. This expansion applies to schools that had a clinical training program approved by a state requiring an on-site visit and continue to operate a clinical training program in at least one state. The change aims to ensure these schools are recognized for federal purposes, potentially affecting eligibility for certain federal programs and benefits.

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Education and Workforce Committee
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History

Apr 14

House

Introduced in House

Apr 14

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.