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Congress passes Secure Rural Schools reauthorization
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Congress passes Secure Rural Schools reauthorization <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/SLIJqC-u9E67dmertQsAAAIAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%2
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The bill provides back pay for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 and reauthorizes the program through fiscal year 2026. Counties use SRS funding to fund roads, public safety, schools and more.
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The package will provide one-time payments to support producers and follows several USDA initiatives launched in 2025 to strengthen the agricultural economy and assist producers navigating
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