Rural Cancer Institute appropriation modification

SF 3649 modifies funding for Minnesota's Rural Cancer Institute pilot program. It prioritizes Minnesota clinicians and students for the program, allowing limited participation by out-of-state clinicians only if recommended by a Minnesota oncologist and care is provided in Minnesota. The bill also extends the deadline for spending fiscal years 2026-2027 funds from June 30, 2027, to June 30, 2028. This directly affects the Rural Cancer Institute's operations and its ability to recruit healthcare providers within Minnesota. The changes are procedural, focusing on funding availability and participant eligibility.