of more experienced experts who are located outside of the local community. (10) These technologies help workers remain well equipped for the demands of the modern economy. As the need for reskilling increases, so will the need for technologies which support American workers rather than replace them. (11) Building in accessibility features in immersive technology for usability by individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, allows inclusive immersive technology to benefit more workers. (12) Community colleges, area career and technical education centers, and other training providers are uniquely positioned to support rural communities in skills development and workforce training. (13) People without a postsecondary credential are 4 times more likely to have a job that can be lost to automation than those who have one, increasing their need to learn new skills in order to remain competitive and employable. (14) Community colleges provide education at a lower cost, with most graduates incurring no student debt. (15) In addition to providing lower cost workforce development training and skills education applicable across a range of roles and occupations, community colleges serve as large regional employers and critical community hubs. (16) Offering grants to community colleges and area career and technical education centers in rural areas to develop and provide immersive technology training programs will help rural communities or significantly serve rural areas in the short term and position them for success in the longer term. (17) Despite their proven value, community colleges and area career and technical education schools bear significant funding limitations and shortages. (18) Providing immersive technology training programs through community colleges can help rural communities retain local talent, whether by providing qualification for new local jobs or for remote employment opportunities with companies headquartered in urban centers that are struggling to fill jobs. (19) Ensuring the