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How screening tools measure disadvantage may leave rural communities overlooked for public support

Whether a community is prioritized for public support can depend on how its needs are measured, according to new research from the University of New Hampshire. The study found significant differences in how government screening tools identify communities, particularly in rural areas where those differences could affect access to funding.

How screening tools measure disadvantage may leave rural communities overlooked for public support

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