What does Preamble of MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to improve the transition of military medics into civilian healthcare roles. It requires the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to enhance this transition. The bill also seeks to modify assistance provided to separated service members pursuing employment with healthcare providers.

What does SHORT TITLE. of MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Medic Education and Deployment Into Civilian Careers Act of 2026'.

What does IMPROVEMENT OF TRANSITION OF MEDICS IN THE ARMED FORCES TO THE of MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 do?

This section directs the Secretary concerned (Secretary of Defense or Secretary of Homeland Security) to develop recommendations for improving the transition of military medics into civilian healthcare occupations. The recommendations must be developed in consultation with various entities, including States, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, and the Secretary of Labor. The Secretary concerned must identify barriers to translating military medic credentials and experience into civilian healthcare credentials, and consider the potential impact of various actions to facilitate this transition. These considerations include State actions, accelerated programs, financial incentives, aligning military credentials with civilian equivalents, and tracking separated service members in the civilian healthcare sector. The Secretary concerned must submit a report to relevant congressional committees within 180 days of the Act's enactment, containing the recommendations and a plan for implementation. The report must include information on State-by-State licensing and credentialing for medics separating from the Armed Forces.

What does HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE PILOT PROGRAM. of MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes the Health Care Workforce Preparedness and Response Pilot Program within the Department of Defense. The program provides grants to eligible providers to support the hiring, training, and retention of separating members of the Armed Forces in civilian health care occupations. Grants are initially for three years, with potential for renewal for up to two additional one-year periods. Eligible providers must be public or private nonprofit organizations located in medically underserved areas and may include rural health clinics, nursing homes, medical facilities, Federally qualified health centers, or health care facilities. Funds must be used to hire or retain separating service members, assist with licensing and training, and coordinate with Department of Defense transition programs. The Secretary of Defense must ensure adequate representation of rural providers in grant awards. The maximum grant amount is $600,000 for the initial three-year period and $200,000 for subsequent years. The Secretary of Defense is required to submit reports to Congress and make them publicly available regarding the program's success.

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MEDIC Careers Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/4/2026 · Introduced: 6/4/2026

Author: Maxine Dexter (D-OR)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill directs the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security to develop recommendations for improving military medics' transition to civilian healthcare roles, including addressing credentialing barriers and aligning military experience with civilian requirements.
It establishes a pilot program within the Department of Defense that provides grants to healthcare providers in medically underserved areas to hire, train, and retain separating military medics.
The bill authorizes up to $600,000 in initial grants, with potential for renewal, to support the integration of former military medics into civilian healthcare positions.

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