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This bill, the Rural Health Care Connectivity Act of 2016, amends the Communications Act of 1934 to allow skilled nursing facilities to request telecommunications and information services from a telecommunications carrier through the Universal Service Fund, ensuring that residents in rural areas receive these services at rates comparable to those in urban areas. The Universal Service Fund is a program designed to make telecommunications services more affordable and accessible, particularly in rural and underserved areas. By including skilled nursing facilities, the bill aims to improve access to essential communication services for these healthcare providers and the patients they serve in rural communities, with the changes taking effect 180 days after the bill's enactment.