Establishes a rural policy advisory commission to enhance rural economic vitality and well-being.

The bill establishes a rural policy advisory commission within the executive office of housing and economic development. The commission will consist of 15 members, including representatives from various regional planning commissions and residents with experience in rural issues. Its mission is to enhance the economic vitality of rural communities and advance the health and well-being of rural residents. The commission will oversee the Commonwealth Office of Rural Policy, which will serve as a research and policy clearinghouse for rural issues.

Establishes a rural policy advisory commission to enhance rural economic vitality and well-being.

The bill establishes a rural policy advisory commission within the executive office of housing and economic development. The commission will consist of 15 members, including representatives from various regional planning commissions and residents with experience in rural issues. Its mission is to enhance the economic vitality of rural communities and advance the health and well-being of rural residents. The commission will oversee the Commonwealth Office of Rural Policy, which will serve as a research and policy clearinghouse for rural issues.