Nearly 20 percent of Americans live outside urban areas. Addressing the needs of rural and frontier communities is a top priority for Governors. These populations face unique difficulties, including limited access to health care, insufficient broadband internet availability, distinct economic and workforce shortages, and transportation and infrastructure challenges. Governors are uniquely poised to create solutions cutting across policy areas to support these communities. The NGA Center for Best Practices supports Governors by sharing best practices and providing technical assistance to address these challenges and help rural communities thrive.
NGA Resources

Outdoor Recreation Learning Network – Annual Meeting 2021

The Future of State Telehealth Policy

NGA OUTDOOR RECREATION LEARNING NETWORK

Source Water Protection for Safe Drinking and Recreation: State Partnerships and Funding Opportunities with USDA

Solutions for Rural Economies in Response to COVID-19

Rural Energy Affordability Solutions

RURAL PROSPERITY THROUGH THE ARTS & CREATIVE SECTOR
Broadband Deployment: U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Programs
