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On the recordAugust 1, 2026
Rural hospitals are vital for families in small towns and rural communities. These hospitals not only provide care close to home, they’re also economic engines for their region.
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Tina Smith
Democratic · Minnesota

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Emphasizing the importance of rural hospitals.

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