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IL SB2817
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ram Villivalam
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AI Summary
- Creates the Expanding Medical Residency Opportunities in Illinois Act, establishing a grant program administered by the Department of Public Health
- Provides funding for medical residency positions not covered by federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services or other established funding sources
- Offers startup funding for entities seeking to establish new residency programs accredited by ACGME or the American Osteopathic Association
- Prioritizes programs that train physicians for health professional shortage areas, particularly rural communities, and require commitments for graduates to practice in underserved Illinois areas
- Creates the Medical Residency Fund as a special State treasury fund for program administration and expanding graduate medical education opportunities
Legislative Description
MEDICAL RESIDENCY GRANTS
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations - Health and Human Services3/3/2026
Assignments1/13/2026
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