State of Maine seeks Input on Rural Health Transformation Grant Application

• By: Angela Westhoff
• On: 09/25/2025 08:33:23
• In: Legislative/Government Affairs

The State of Maine is asking for provider input in securing newly available funding through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). If awarded funding through RHTP, Maine anticipates receiving an estimated $500 million, amounting to $100 million a year over five years. States may also receive competitive discretionary funding above that amount. Funding for RHTP is temporary and one-time and must be used within the specified time period.

The State encourages public input to inform its RHTP plan and application. The State notes that it is committed to pursuing an expeditious approach that directs these time-limited funds to areas that improve the health of rural communities through innovation and collaboration.

The public, partners, and others are invited to provide feedback online through October 1, 2025 through a Public Comment Form. MHCA staff participated in the September 23^rd informational session and are soliciting long term care provider input as we draft recommendations to be submitted to the State. MHCA Members are encouraged to reach out to MHCA President/CEO Angela Westhoff to share any ideas or recommendations.

For further information on the RHTP funding opportunity, visit: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ruralhealth

Staff contact: awesthoff@mehca.org