The Democratic gubernatorial nominee warns Alabama could face a $174 million burden as food banks also press senators to delay shifting costs to states.
The first round of Rural Health Transformation Program funding supports projects to expand rural care, strengthen workforces and upgrade health technology.
Allen argued the struck rule imposed unfair costs on U.S. businesses, while critics warned its reversal may hinder efforts to track illicit shell companies.
The bipartisan measure would target rising diagnoses among younger adults through grants supporting state efforts to boost awareness and early detection.