Source: Eva McKend Kentucky, SPECTRUM NEWS 1, 7/11/19

 At a House Agriculture subcommittee hearing Thursday, both Republicans and Democrats agreed broadband internet access is key to revitalizing struggling rural communities.  "Broadband is the gateway to rural schools, businesses and healthcare providers," said Rep. Angie Craig, a Democrat from Minnesota.  Lawmakers raised concerns about the dwindling number of hospitals in rural areas and the need to be competitive when recruiting corporations to do business.

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