AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jul 16, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 20, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill reauthorizes the Health Resources and Services Administration's grant program for school-based health centers through fiscal year 2031.
- School-based health centers are health clinics located in or near school facilities that provide primary health care services to children and adolescents during school hours.
- These centers must be administered by a hospital or certain public or nonprofit entities.
- The bill amends the Public Health Service Act.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The official summary does not document specific funding amounts, eligible services beyond primary health care, or quantified effects on student health outcomes.
- The summary does not specify changes to eligibility criteria, administrative requirements, or conditions for grant recipients.
- Impacts on schools, communities, or healthcare access are not detailed in the official summary.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill was reported by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on July 2, 2026, and placed on the Union Calendar (Calendar No. 631).
- The full committee approved the bill by voice vote on May 21, 2026 with a 48-0 yea and nay vote.
- The bill was introduced in the House on April 6, 2026.
- No scheduled floor vote date or further action has been recorded.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 2, 2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 631.
- Jul 2, 2026 — Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-726.
- Jul 2, 2026 — Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-726.
- May 21, 2026 — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 0.
- May 21, 2026 — Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- May 13, 2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- May 13, 2026 — Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Apr 6, 2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.