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For Appalachian communities, the 117th Congress brought significant victories, but work remains

By Chelsea Barnes | January 4, 2023 |

As the new Congress begins, we at Appalachian Voices are taking stock of the many victories achieved in the 117th Congress that just came to a close.

Spending Bill Sustains Appalachian Programs

By Thom Kay | April 11, 2018 |

Foxfire Farmland

While the federal budget includes funding for programs like the Appalachian Regional Commission, the bill omitted the RECLAIM Act.