Senator Titus champions SB 269 to expand graduate medical education funding in Nevada

Senate Bill 269, aimed at expanding graduate medical education in Nevada, received strong support during the Senate Committee on Revenue and Economic Development meeting on April 1, 2025. Advocates, including representatives from the Nevada Hospital Association and Touro University, emphasized the bill's potential to enhance healthcare access and quality in the state.

Patrick Kelly, speaking on behalf of the Nevada Hospital Association, praised the bill's sponsor, Senator Titus, for her long-standing commitment to improving medical education. He highlighted the importance of graduate medical education (GME) in addressing healthcare needs across Nevada, urging committee members to support the legislation.

Kelsey Little, a fourth-year medical student at Touro University, echoed this sentiment, sharing her personal experience and the challenges faced by resident physicians. She noted that increased funding from the proposed tax credit would directly benefit healthcare resources and improve patient care in the community.

Samantha Barnes from Roseland University of Health Sciences also expressed support, announcing the upcoming admission of their first class of medical students, which underscores the growing demand for medical education in the state.

However, the bill faced opposition from the Nevada State Education Association, represented by Alexander Marks, who raised concerns about the proposed $4 million tax credit for the graduate medical grant program. Marks aligned with Senator Cruz Crawford's comments, indicating a need for further discussion on the bill's implications.

As the committee deliberates, the outcome of Senate Bill 269 could significantly impact the future of medical education and healthcare delivery in Nevada, with advocates hopeful for its passage to foster a stronger healthcare workforce.