SJR 116 signed

A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and Eastern Kentucky University to coordinate a search for actionable solutions to physician shortages and to explore and expand health care opportunities in medically underserved areas in collaboration with community, state agency, professional associations, and other stakeholders.

Type: resolution Introduced: February 25, 2026 Last action: May 30, 2026 👁 4 views

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signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 186)

🏷️ Topics

"Appropriations Education Higher Effective Dates Emergency Health And Medical Services Health Care Professionals Hospitals And Health Facilities Physicians Public Health Reports Mandated Universities And Colleges"
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