Federal Grants for Youth Sports Facilities to Boost Health and Economy.
This law expands eligibility for federal grants to include the construction and improvement of youth sports facilities. The goal is to combat sedentary lifestyles and obesity, improve public health, and stimulate economic development in underserved and rural communities. Priority funding will be directed to low-income areas, communities with high underemployment, or those struggling with social issues like opioid use or violence.
Key points
New federal funding available for building and upgrading sports fields and facilities for children and teenagers.
Priority support targets rural, low-income communities, and areas facing high rates of addiction or community violence.
Investments aim to create local jobs, promote tourism, and increase access to physical activity spaces.
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