The Biden-Harris Administration Highlights Investments in Rural America,
The Biden-Harris Administration is also announcing over $671 million in new investments to strengthen rural infrastructure across the country. These investments will improve access to reliable electricity and clean drinking water for more than one million people and create good-paying jobs in rural communities.
Today’s Rural Communities in Action event builds on the Investing in Rural America Regional Event Series. Throughout this year, Senior Administration Officials are traveling to rural communities across the country to highlight how the Biden-Harris Administration is investing in rural America to create opportunity for farmers, families, and communities. These investments include:
Investing in Rural American Infrastructure
Delivering Clean, Reliable Water to Rural America
Lowering Energy Costs and Strengthening the Grid
Improving Access to Health Care and Lowering Health Care Costs for Rural Communities
Supporting Veterans in Rural Communities
Creating New and Better Agricultural Markets to Increase Competition
Investing in Climate-Smart Agriculture
Strengthening Local and Regional Food Systems
Improving Nutrition and Food Access for Rural Communities
Cutting Housing Costs, Boosting Supply, and Expanding Access to Affordable Housing in Rural America
Strengthening Rural Workforce Development
Supporting Access to Higher Education and Career Pathways
Lowering Child Care Costs and Supporting Child Care Providers in Rural America
Partnering with Rural Communities to Create Jobs and Support Rural-led Economic Development