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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 8209· 119th Congress

Extend School Health Center Funding

To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the school-based health centers grant program.

Sponsor
Paul Tonko (D-NY)
Introduced
Apr 6, 2026
Last Action
Jul 2, 2026
Passage
72%
Introduced
Apr 6, 2026
Committee
Jul 2, 2026
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Reauthorizes the federal school-based health centers grant program, which funds clinics inside schools.
  • Allows the program to continue operating beyond its current expiration date with ongoing federal dollars.
  • No official summary available yet—detailed funding amounts and specific changes pending publication.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Students gain access to doctors, nurses, and preventive care at school instead of traveling elsewhere.
  • Rural and low-income districts benefit most, as they rely on these grants to operate clinics.
  • Teachers and staff see fewer classroom absences when health services are on-site and accessible.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill passed committee 48–0 on May 21 and landed on House calendar July 2—full floor vote likely next.
  • If it passes the House, Senate approval would be needed before going to the president's desk.
  • Contact your House representative to express support or concerns before a floor vote.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 2, 2026Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 631.
  • Jul 2, 2026Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-726.
  • Jul 2, 2026Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-726.
  • May 21, 2026Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 0.
  • May 21, 2026Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • May 13, 2026Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
  • May 13, 2026Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Apr 6, 2026Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.