What does Preamble of Rural Hospital Revitalization Act of 2026 do?

This bill amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to make temporary zero-percent interest loans Loans are for constructing or renovating certain rural hospitals

What does SHORT TITLE. of Rural Hospital Revitalization Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Rural Hospital Revitalization Act of 2026.

What does RURAL HOSPITAL REVITALIZATION LOANS. of Rural Hospital Revitalization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to establish a rural hospital revitalization loan program. The program provides temporary zero-percent interest loans to eligible rural hospitals for construction, improvement, or renovation of hospital facilities. Eligible hospitals must meet specific criteria, including being located in a county with a population of less than 20,000 inhabitants and having a certain level of financial stability. The Secretary shall give priority to hospitals that serve areas with fewer than 6 inhabitants per square mile, require replacement or renovation that is not financially feasible, or meet other specific criteria. Loans have a 5-year initial term with zero percent interest, and may be refinanced or renewed under certain conditions.

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Rural Hospital Revitalization Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/19/2026 · Introduced: 3/19/2026

Author: Michael Bennet (D-CO)

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This bill establishes a loan program providing zero-percent interest loans to eligible rural hospitals for facility construction, improvement, or renovation.
Eligible hospitals must be located in rural counties with populations under 20,000 and demonstrate financial stability, with priority given to those serving sparsely populated areas.
The program offers initial 5-year loans with zero-percent interest that may be refinanced or renewed under specific conditions.

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