Appropriates funds for a competitive grant program to train medical personnel in rural hospitals for maternity services.

The bill allocates funds for a competitive grant program aimed at training medical staff in rural hospitals to maintain maternity units. Eligible rural hospitals and higher education institutions can apply for grants to develop and implement cross-training programs. The commissioner of employment and economic development must report on the use of grant funds by January 15, 2028, including details on the amount awarded, the number of staff trained, and feedback from grantees. This is a onetime appropriation for fiscal year 2027.

Appropriates funds for a competitive grant program to train medical personnel in rural hospitals for maternity services.

The bill allocates funds for a competitive grant program aimed at training medical staff in rural hospitals to maintain maternity units. Eligible rural hospitals and higher education institutions can apply for grants to develop and implement cross-training programs. The commissioner of employment and economic development must report on the use of grant funds by January 15, 2028, including details on the amount awarded, the number of staff trained, and feedback from grantees. This is a onetime appropriation for fiscal year 2027.