RHTP
Program timeline
The dates that shape the Rural Health Transformation Program, from the funding notice to the final report. For the program basics, see What RHTP is.
Sep 15, 2025Done
Funding notice published
CMS published the notice of funding opportunity.
Nov 5, 2025Done
Applications due
States submitted their applications to CMS.
Dec 29, 2025Done
Year 1 awards
CMS made Year 1 awards to all 50 states.
Aug 31, 2026Done
First annual report due
States' first annual reports to CMS came due.
Nov 9, 2026Done
Year 2 allocations announced
CMS announced the Year 2 allocations.
Nov 29, 2026Next
First quarterly report due
States file their first quarterly reports.
Sep 30, 2027Upcoming
Year 1 funds must be spent
States must spend their Year 1 funds by this date.
Feb 27, 2031Upcoming
Final report due
States file their final reports on the program.