"The AMLER program is generating innovation, job creation, boosting tourism and expanding access to health care and education in the mountains. This competitive grant program is a great example of how federal, state and local leaders can work together to invest in projects that are designed to leverage the assets we have in each community. We have a unique opportunity to diversify and revitalize our rural economy with access to this federal funding, and I applaud our local leaders for bringing competitive projects to the table that will help shape a better future in Southern and Eastern Kentucky."