in committeehouseSession: 2025R160% healthcare relevance

HB 2549

Expands the rural health care income tax credit to include pharmacist services performed in rural communities.

Official Summary

Digest: The Act lets pharmacists get an income tax credit if they work in rural areas. (Flesch Readability Score: 73.1). Expands the rural health care income tax credit to include pharmacist services performed in rural communities. Directs the Office of Rural Health to establish criteria for certifying pharmacists as eligible for the credit. Applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Committee

HBHHC

Sponsors

Rep Diehl, Rep Elmer, Rep Smith G, Rep McIntire, Rep Osborne, Rep Javadi, Rep McLain, Rep Lively

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

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Legislative Timeline

bill actionJun 27, 2025

House: In committee upon adjournment.

testimonyJan 30, 2025

House: Public Hearing held.

bill actionJan 17, 2025

House: Referred to Behavioral Health and Health Care with subsequent referral to Revenue.

bill actionJan 13, 2025

House: First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

Story Thread

4 events tracked · Jan 13 Jun 27, 2025

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