Cook, The Dual Mandate in Rural America
Why this matters
This is a speech delivered by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa D. Cook at the 2026 Investing in Rural America Conference. The content is primarily descriptive and educational, covering rural labor market dynamics, inflation trends, small business activity, and the Federal Reserve's existing research and community development initiatives. While the speech touches on dual-mandate topics (employment and inflation) and discusses small business credit and community development financial institutions, it does not introduce new regulations, binding obligations, or enforcement actions. It serves to inform stakeholders about Fed perspectives on rural economies and highlight ongoing Fed programs rather than signal regulatory changes.
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What the Federal Reserve said
Speech At the 2026 Investing in Rural America Conference, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Asheville, North Carolina
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Context
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