Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Hoeven (R-ND) reintroduced the Promoting Rural Exports Act, bipartisan legislation formally establishing a National Rural Export Center. It would also authorize the creation of up to nine Regional Rural Export Centers. The bill aims to help businesses in rural areas increase their exports by improving access to international markets. “Businesses in rural areas shouldn’t be denied opportunities just because of their location,” said Senator Klobuchar. “Our bipartisan legislation will help ensure rural businesses have the resources they need to reach new markets, boost exports, and continue to innovate and grow.” The Act would direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce to formally establish the Rural Export Center in the Commerce Department to serve as the lead coordinating hub for rural export assistance nationwide. It would also require the Rural Export Center to be located at an existing Commerce Department Office outside of major metropolitan areas.
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