The main purpose of this legislation is to create a specific measure called the Consumer Price Index for Rural Consumers. This index will track the cost of living for people living in rural areas of the United States. The goal is to provide a clearer picture of how inflation affects rural residents compared to those living in urban areas. Key provisions of the legislation require the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which is part of the Department of Labor, to develop and publish this new index starting in January 2026.