President Obama releases FY 2010 budget: Read a snapshot

The Rural Policy and Research Institute (RUPRI) has prepared a snapshot of the 2010 federal budget proposal that covers topics of particular concern to members of the National Rural Assembly:

  • Regional and Rural Economic Development
  • Broadband Deployment
  • Health Care
  • Renewable Energy
  • Infrastructure
  • Conservation and Natural Resources
  • Community Development

RUPRI’s summarization also includes an appendix which outlines proposed budget cuts for a wide range of rural programs.

RUPRI is a National Rural Assembly member and part of the Assembly’s Steering Committee. Read RUPRI’s snapshot of the President’s budget.

Also read the full text of the President’s budget.

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