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US S3393

US S3393
Council on Rural Community Innovation and Economic Development Act of 2018


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Introduced
08/28/2018
In Committee
08/28/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

115th Congress

Bill Summary

Council on Rural Community Innovation and Economic Development Act of 2018

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Council on Rural Community Innovation and Economic Development to coordinate federal programs and investments to promote economic growth and improve quality of life in rural communities. The Council will be chaired by the Secretary of Agriculture and comprised of officials from various executive departments and agencies. The bill also directs the Council to report on efforts by rural communities to integrate smart technologies, review the potential benefits of a rural smart community demonstration projects program, and create a resource guide to assist rural communities in developing and implementing smart community programs. Additionally, the bill establishes the Rural Broadband Integration Working Group to coordinate federal policies and programs to expand broadband access and adoption in rural areas.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (on 08/28/2018)

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