$750,000 awarded to support program development. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has granted $11.2 million in developmental healthcare support. In rural and…
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FAA Announces Hybrid-Electric Test Routes for Connection Flights
Administrator Bedford said the demonstration will “help us build a system that connects Americans in rural communities and larger metropolitan areas.” The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that…
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FCC Chair Proposes Comprehensive Review of Universal Service Fund Administration
The review would be conducted to ensure funding is used for its intended purpose. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr has proposed a comprehensive review of the…
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Security Incident at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A Secret Service agent was injured, but all guests were safely evacuated Late Saturday evening, President Donald Trump and other government leaders were safely evacuated from the White…
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FHWA Invests in Rural Bridge Rebuilding Projects
The funding supports the repair and replacement of 119 bridges across multiple states. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently announced nearly $408 million in funding to support bridge…
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Interior Department Expands Funding for Local Wildfire Response
Grants support small communities with equipment for faster fire suppression. The U.S. Department of the Interior recently announced that up to $20 million is available in a new…
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USDA Launches Rural Veterinary Action Plan to Address Shortages
New initiatives are intended to recruit veterinarians, expand services in rural areas, and modernize USDA operations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced new measures to address…
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USDA Invests $180M to Expand Clean Energy and Biofuel Access
New projects are intended to support rural economies, reduce energy costs, and strengthen energy independence. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently allocated nearly $180 million to support…
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EPA Allocates $6 Million for Biofuel Development Projects
The funding supports research of scalable solutions for renewable biological energy. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $6 million for three biofuel research projects, offering the fiscal resources…
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FAA Awards $20 Million for Traffic Control Tower Upgrades
Twenty airports in 15 states will receive funding for construction or renovation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that 20 airports will receive $20 million to construct or upgrade…
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