Health Care Workforce Real-Time Data Dashboard Act
Latest action (23 Oct 2025): Introduced
What this bill does
S. 3038, the Health Care Workforce Real-Time Data Dashboard Act, would direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Health Resources and Services Administration, to create and maintain a real-time online dashboard tracking graduate medical education (residency) training positions. The dashboard would include data on residency applications, match rates, interviews, applicant characteristics (in aggregate, de-identified form), position fulfillment rates by specialty and region, program completion rates, and trends in physician placement in rural and medically underserved areas. HHS would be required to collaborate with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies, and to enter data-sharing agreements, including with sources tied to the Association of American Medical Colleges, while complying with federal privacy laws and safeguarding personal data.
The bill primarily affects federal health agencies, medical residency programs, and policymakers working on physician workforce shortages, particularly in rural and underserved communities. It would not directly regulate hospitals, medical schools, or individual physicians, but would generate data intended to inform future workforce planning and program evaluation.
The bill requires HHS to report to relevant Senate and House committees on the dashboard's implementation and findings within two years of enactment, and annually after that. It authorizes $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026. The bill was introduced in the Senate on October 23, 2025, by Senator Marsha Blackburn and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, where it awaits further action before any vote.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 23, 2025. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 3038 do?
- S. 3038, the Health Care Workforce Real-Time Data Dashboard Act, would direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Health Resources and Services Administration, to create and maintain a real-time online dashboard tracking graduate medical education (residency) training positions. The dashboard would include data on residency applications, match rates, interviews, applicant characteristics (in aggregate, de-identified form), position fulfillment rates by specialty and region, program completion rates, and trends in physician placement in rural and medically underserved areas. HHS would be required to collaborate with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies, and to enter data-sharing agreements, including with sources tied to the Association of American Medical Colleges, while complying with federal privacy laws and safeguarding personal data. The bill primarily affects federal health agencies, medical residency programs, and policymakers working on physician workforce shortages, particularly in rural and underserved communities. It would not directly regulate hospitals, medical schools, or individual physicians, but would generate data intended to inform future workforce planning and program evaluation. The bill requires HHS to report to relevant Senate and House committees on the dashboard's implementation and findings within two years of enactment, and annually after that. It authorizes $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026. The bill was introduced in the Senate on October 23, 2025, by Senator Marsha Blackburn and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, where it awaits further action before any vote.
- Has S. 3038 become law?
- Not yet. As of 23 Oct 2025, S. 3038 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 3038?
- S. 3038 was sponsored by Sen. Marsha Blackburn [R-TN] (Republican-TN), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 3038?
- Introduced (23 Oct 2025).
Related bills in Health
Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2026, as “National Hispanic Nurses Day” and recognizing the National Association of Hispanic Nurses as the leading organization representing and advocating for Hispanic nurses.
Recognizing the importance of protecting continuous Medicaid coverage for individuals undergoing active cancer treatment.
Expressing support for the designation of the third week of September as “Fungal Disease Awareness Week” and encouraging efforts to improve awareness, diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and prevention of fungal diseases in the United States.
A resolution supporting the designation of October 2026 as “Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month” to raise awareness of substance use and misuse in the United States.
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.