Grants To train health professionals with respect to PMDD

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(b) In general The Secretary shall award grants to eligible entities for the purpose described in subsection (b). (c) Use of funds A grant awarded under this subsection shall be used to develop, establish, or expand training programs (including accredited residency programs, fellowships, or other related clinical training) for physicians, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, other health care providers, and students and trainees to improve care, treatment, or management services for PMDD. (d) Eligibility To be eligible to receive a grant under this subsection, an entity shall— (1) be— (A) an accredited school of medicine or osteopathic medicine; (B) an accredited nursing school; (C) an accredited school of pharmacy; (D) an accredited public or nonprofit private hospital; (E) an accredited medical residency program; (F) an accredited nurse practitioner residency program; or (G) a related training program for clinicians, allied health professionals, or social workers that interface with affected populations, which may include hospitals and research institutions, as determined by the Secretary; and (2) submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (e) Training opportunities In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall expand outreach activities to support and expand training programs, fellowships, and other opportunities for students, faculty, and trainees (including continuing medical education) or establish new training opportunities to address barriers to access to— (1) primary and specialty care services to support mid-life women’s health; and (2) early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and care services for perimenopause, menopausal symptoms, and related chronic conditions. (f) Authorization of appropriations To carry out this section there are authorized to be appropriated such sums as is necessary for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2031.