Last week 17th District Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announced federal funding from the Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Center Cluster Program for the Knox County Health Department. The grant is for just over $1.4 million dollars. The funds are designed to help community-based health care organizations provide primary care for under-served communities. Bustos is a member of the House Appropriations Committee which oversees the Department of Health and Human Services. Bustos said, “Access to affordable health care is crucial for hardworking families across our region – especially for those living in rural areas.” In a press release, Public Health Administrator of the Knox County Health Department, Michele Fishburn said: “Grants like these play a crucial role in our ability to serve the people of Knox County.” Congresswoman Bustos fought to include several of her provisions in the 2018 Farm Bill to improve health care in rural communities.
