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Rural Support: New Office and Development Plan

This act establishes a new office within the White House to coordinate government efforts aimed at improving life in rural areas. It seeks to address challenges like housing, education, healthcare, and job creation, while also enhancing the effectiveness of federal spending in these regions.
Key points
Creation of the Office of Rural Prosperity to advise the President on rural matters and coordinate actions across various agencies.
Development of a comprehensive rural development strategy and metrics to measure the impact of federal programs on rural areas.
Establishment of a Rural Prosperity Council, comprising representatives from multiple departments, to improve coordination and gather public feedback.
Development of an action plan by the Secretary of Agriculture to remove barriers to economic prosperity and improve quality of life in rural communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7019
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Process start date: 2022-03-09