Engagement & Resources

Webinar on Expanding GME Training: Rural GME, in partnership with the Health Resources and Services Administration and CMS, is offering a webinar on Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 1:00-2:00 PM ET on how to apply for the Section 126 GME slots authorized by the CAA of 2021. Section 126 applications are now open and close March 31, 2026. Register.

ED Requests Public Comment on Accreditation Handbook: ED is seeking public comments in response to a request for information (RFI) on updates to the Accreditation Handbook. The intent of the RFI is to promote quality, transparency, efficiency and value in postsecondary education. Comments are due January 26, 2026, and more information can be found in the Federal Register notice.

HHS Seeks Public Input on AI in Clinical Care: HHS announced an RFI with questions regarding how the department can best integrate AI in patient care. This request encompasses areas such as digital health, reimbursement, regulation, research and HIPAA compliance. Questions also concern the private sector and the efficacy of AI previously used in clinical care. Comments are due by February 23, 2026. Learn more.

HRSA State Loan Repayment Program Deadline Closing: The HRSA State Loan Repayment Program application deadline closes January 12, 2026. The program supports loan repayment awards for primary care providers working in Health Professional Shortage Areas in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories, in exchange for service in underserved communities. Learn more.

HRSA Rural Residency Planning and Development (RRPD) Program Upcoming Funding Opportunity: Applications for the RRPD Program are expected to open on February 16, 2026, and awards are estimated to go out in July. Focused on broadening the availability of healthcare in rural communities, the program supports new residency programs to strengthen the physician workforce in these settings. Learn more.

Applications Opening Soon for the HRSA Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) - Planning: The RCORP-Planning funding opportunity is expected to be posted on February 2, 2026. This initiative assists local organizations in establishing partnerships and creating plans for opioid treatment, recovery and prevention services. Learn more.

Also Upcoming – The HRSA Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP)-Impact: Expected to open for applications on February 23, 2026, RCORP-Impacts supports substance use disorder recovery, treatment and prevention services in rural areas. It also encourages broader community workforce networks and coordination among social and health groups to better provide such services. Learn more.