Modifies provisions relating to rural economic development

Summary

The bill creates a new Rural Development Office to coordinate and advocate for rural communities, while also directing the Department of Transportation to prioritize rural road projects. It mandates a study of Mississippi River improvements, requires coal‑fired plants owned by utilities to shut down for five years, and sets U.S.‑sourced material and Missouri‑based labor requirements for solar projects, limiting their size in each county. These measures aim to boost rural infrastructure, promote clean energy, and improve safety and economic opportunities.

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