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Energy Circuit Rider

A trained expert who travels to rural communities to provide guidance and support for planning, funding, and carrying out energy-saving and clean energy projects.

Eligible entity

Organizations such as states, Indian Tribes, non-profit groups, universities, and regional planning bodies that can apply for grants to participate in the Energy Circuit Rider Program.

Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act

A federal law that provides various programs and assistance to support farming and rural community development across the United States.

Technical assistance

Specialized guidance, training, or information provided to help someone understand or implement a complex task or project, such as energy planning or grant writing.

Cooperative extension service

A nationwide system, often linked to land-grant universities, that provides educational programs and information to the public, particularly in areas like agriculture, home economics, and rural development.

Authorization of Appropriations

A legislative act that permits money to be spent on a specific government program or purpose, but does not actually provide the funds; a separate appropriations act is needed to make the money available.