MANCHESTER, N.H.- Rual hospitals in the Granite State will see more than $200 million in support.

According to Gov.Kelly Ayotte’s office for a second year in a row the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has awarded New Hampshire $204 million, which will allow the state to strengthen the health care workforce expand access to primary and behavioral health care.

State officials also note that funding will go towards expanding access to innovative technology in rural communities.