Bill · H.R. 3878· House(119-HR-3878)
RNs for Rural Health Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 6/10/2025
- Last activity
- 6/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Ashley Hinson
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 4
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "RNs for Rural Health Act of 2025," aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The primary goal is to ensure adequate coverage of annual wellness visits at rural health clinics under the Medicare program. It specifically addresses the provision of personalized prevention plan services. These services can be provided by a registered nurse licensed in the state where the services are performed. The change allows for such services and supplies to be covered as they would be if provided by a physician.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+8
The bill specifically addresses the coverage of wellness visits in rural health clinics.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
The bill directly benefits seniors by expanding Medicare coverage for preventative wellness services.
Would retired people be better off under this?+7
The bill enhances Medicare benefits which is a primary resource for retirees.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Access to Wellness Services: The bill allows personalized prevention plan services to be furnished by a registered nurse (Section 2(a)(3)). This could provide more opportunities for individuals to receive wellness care in rural health clinics.
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Expanded Provider Options: By allowing registered nurses to provide these services (Section 2(a)(3)), the bill expands the types of qualified professionals who can deliver essential preventive care to Medicare beneficiaries.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+8Good For Retirees+7Good For Seniors+7
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+6Increases Medicare Funding+5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+4
- 5/7/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/10/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Angie CraigDemocrat · Minnesota
Brad FinstadRepublican · Minnesota
Zoe LofgrenDemocrat · California
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia