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with more than 135,000 of those in rural, underserved areas. Within the state, 100% of the eligible … with more than 135,000 of those in rural, underserved areas. Within the state, 100% of the eligible
timely economic data for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.” “In order to address these concerns, we ask that … Congress intends – focused on helping farmers, ranchers, and rural communities overcome the challenges they face through scientific innovation
Recognition Of His Advocacy For Rural Health Care, Durbin Presented With UI Health’s Rural Health Hero Award … Durbin (D-IL) today was presented with the Rural Health Hero Award from the University of Illinois College
broadband service for low-income urban and rural Americans. The Promoting Access to Broadband Act would help states … making broadband access more affordable and reliable for rural Americans is critical,” Duckworth said. “Reliable internet access
class care and support they deserve—especially Black, rural and disabled Veterans, who often face higher risks … Veterans—especially African American Veterans, Veterans living in rural areas and Veterans with disabilities—face unique challenges,” said
broadband service for low-income urban and rural Americans. The Promoting Access to Broadband Act would help states … Lifeline program. My district covers urban, suburban, and rural areas, and they all deserve to have access
five generation/transmission co-ops that serve most of rural and southern Illinois, to discuss FEMA reform and protecting … Department of Agriculture (USDA) energy programs, including the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) that provides grants
five generation/transmission co-ops that serve most of rural and southern Illinois, to discuss FEMA reform and protecting … Department of Agriculture (USDA) energy programs, including the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) that provides grants
medical research and health care roles, including across rural America WASHINGTON – In a speech on the Senate floor … next several years which will be devastating to rural hospitals. What sense does it make to close
federal funding for SIU’s Institute for Rural Health to address the health care needs and reduce health … disparities in Illinois’ rural communities. “Today I heard from local leaders from the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
than 100 nursing homes and hospitals, primarily in rural areas, are at risk of closing and Medicaid cuts
funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program. This award will support … engineering activities for the replacement of three rural bridges that cross the Piscasaw Creek on Squaw Prairie Road
health professionals to serve and plant roots in rural communities, by increasing funding through the National Health Service … dentists and other providers who serve in rural areas. In 2021, Durbin secured $1 billion in additional funding
health professionals to serve and plant roots in rural communities. TheRural America Health Corps Actcreates a new program … doctors, nurses, dentists, and behavioral health providers in rural areas. Compared to the national average of 39 percent
introduced bipartisan legislation to make it easier for rural Veterans to buy homes by modernizing the VA home … home loan offers and incentivizing home appraisers in rural areas to join the VA network by enabling them
roughly 3,000 more planned or under construction. Rural counties, where water and power must be carefully managed
make it easier for Veterans who live in rural areas to access the care they’ve earned … Senators’Improving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Actwould require the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
bolster access to comprehensive health care in rural communities and to address the nationwide shortage of dental … Durbin released his “Roadmap to Grow Illinois’ Rural Health Workforce,” which includes partnering with Illinois dentists to organize
today met with Illinois members of the National Rural Health Association (NRHA), who presented him with their Rural … dedication to protecting access to health care in rural communities. During today’s meeting, Durbin spoke with
year-old U.S. Forest Service employee in rural Michigan, told The Washington Post that she and her husband
seeks to pass herImproving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Act. Duckworth’s bill, co-led by fellow … care for our heroes who live in rural areas by requiring the VA to establish partnerships between
income backgrounds, students of color, and students from rural communities. In December 2025, Durbin introduced the bipartisanRISE from
bipartisan priorities to address childhood trauma and bolster rural ambulance services. Durbin’s office was notified by Illinois … Senator Susan Collins’Supporting and Improving Rural EMS Needs(SIREN)Reauthorization Act,legislationthatsupports rural EMS agencies in training
based approach that has been successful in both rural and urban areas. Multiple studies show that community schools … under their approved grant awards, including in many rural communities. Your decision is forcing schools and community partners
farmers, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and drive rural economic opportunity in Illinois and across the country. Photos from