π« Alert: Texas limits rural health tech spending
Jun 01, 2026
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Texas has made a major change to one of its Rural Health Transformation Program funding tracks.
Why it matters: Recent addenda now explicitly prohibit grant funds from being used for software, software licenses, software subscriptions, software maintenance agreements, or other technology subscription services.
That is a notable restriction for applicants planning around chronic disease priorities such as diabetes and obesity, where digital tools, remote patient monitoring, and technology-enabled patient support often play a central role.
The latest: The same update also raises the total available funding from $153.5 million to $181.5 million.
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π₯οΈ Rural transformation may create more room for tech-enabled care infrastructure
As Rural Health Transformation Program activity expands, the need is starting to look bigger than grant applications alone. Rural providers may need stronger tools for patient data integration, risk stratification, care transitions, telehealth support, and quality reporting if they ar...
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πΊοΈ NRHA launches a new RHTP resource hub
The National Rural Health Association has launched its new RHTP state-by-state resources. This includes a calendar of funding deadlines, a map of rollout statuses, and a directory of state contacts.
Why it matters: As states transition from approval to implementation, staying informed is crucial. These tools help rural provi...
May 15, 2026 - Top 5 Insights
π Tennessee connects mobile care, telehealth, and rural access
Tennessee is enhancing rural health access through mobile care, telehealth, and community delivery models.
Whatβs new: The Tennessee Rural Health Care Center of Excellence is now accepting applications for its Telehealth Equipment Expansion program. Eligible rural facilities can receive up to $25,000 i...
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