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Rural Health Roundtable and Press Conference

Austin, TX August 28, 2025
HHS Kennedy and Texas Governor Abbott listen to people talk
HHS Kennedy and Texas Governor Abbott talk
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HHS Kennedy and Texas Governor Abbott listen to people talk
HHS Kennedy and Texas Governor Abbott talk

About the Event

Governor Abbott and Secretary Kennedy convened a rural health roundtable with health experts, providers, and hospital executives from across Texas. The discussion centered on the unique challenges rural communities face in maintaining access to quality care and strategies to ensure that rural hospitals remain viable. Following the roundtable, Secretary Kennedy, Governor Abbott, and roundtable participants gathered for a press conference.

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Content last reviewed September 2, 2025
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