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Rural communities funded for water infrastructure

Rural communities in 34 states are getting $615.8 million to develop 193 drinking water and waste water treatment facilities. U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the money forthe projects is coming from federal stimulus funds.

“There’s no question that the building of infrastructure, particularly our water and wastewater infrastructure, is critically important to the economic prosperity and survival of rural communities,” Vilsack saidduring a conference call with reporters.

Vilsack estimates that about 12,000 jobs will result from the projects. He also anticipates further similar projects to be announced.