Governor Green announced that Hawai‘i will submit a proposal for federal funding through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Rural Health Transformation Program which aims to improve healthcare access and outcomes in rural communities across the nation.

If awarded, the grant would help expand primary care and behavioral health services, modernize rural health infrastructure, and support workforce development—especially in rural and neighbor island communities. The proposal will focus on reducing health disparities and improving coordination among healthcare providers statewide.

Residents are encouraged to share their health priorities and project ideas on the Rural Health Transformation Program website by October 20, 2025.

The application, due November 5, 2025, is being developed in partnership with the Department of Health and the Med-Quest Division under the Office of the Governor.