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.
signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 186)
Summary
The resolution orders the University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, and Eastern Kentucky University to work together on finding actionable ways to address the lack of primary and specialty physicians in medically underserved counties. They must collaborate with communities, state agencies, and professional groups, and deliver a detailed report with recommendations by January 1, 2027. An emergency appropriation of $250,000 is provided to fund the effort.
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