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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">The USDA Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program was announced today in the Federal Register.  Grants from $50,000-$500,000 will be made available for Distance Learning and Telemedicine projects in rural communities.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Terry Brunner</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">State Director</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">USDA Rural Development-New Mexico</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">6200 Jefferson, NE  Room 255</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Albuquerque, NM  87109</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Office:  (505) 761-4950</span></p>
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