Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will provide $44 million in grant funding to hospitals serving rural communities. The funds are intended to support facilities identified by HHSC as being at moderate or high risk of financial instability.
“Texas relies on hardworking rural communities to keep our great state thriving,” said Governor Abbott. “This grant will strengthen qualifying rural hospitals with the financial assistance they need to support their fellow Texans. Together, we will expand access to rural healthcare and build a healthier, stronger Texas of tomorrow.”
The Rural Health Financial Stabilization Grant program is designed to help ensure continued access to hospital services for residents in rural areas. The amount each hospital receives will be based on its specific needs.
According to HHSC, these grants align with the agency’s Rural Hospital Services Strategic Plan, which focuses on maintaining healthcare services in less populated regions of Texas.
“HHSC is grateful to Gov. Abbott and state lawmakers for this vital investment,” said HHS Executive Commissioner Stephanie Muth. “Rural hospitals are an integral part of the Texas health care infrastructure. These grants will strengthen long-term stability while expanding access to care and improving health outcomes in rural communities statewide.”
Eligible hospitals must submit their applications for the Rural Health Financial Stabilization Grant by February 5. Additional information about the grant program and related initiatives can be found on the HHSC Rural Hospital Finance Assistance webpage.
