ECONOMIC, BUSINESS AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Economic Development Assistance Programs
Department & Agency:
Department of Commerce
Economic Development Administration (EDA)
Agency Contact:
Jamie Lipsey
(202) 482-3467
jlipsey@eda.doc.gov
Stimulus Funding:
$150 million
Eligibility and Type:
Indian tribes and tribal consortia are among the eligible entities, along with state and local governments
Competitive project grants
Program Description:
This program is designed to enhance regional competitiveness and promote long-term economic development in regions experiencing substantial economic distress. Through the program, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) provides assistance to support the construction or rehabilitation of essential public infrastructure and facilities necessary to generate or retain long-term private sector jobs and investments, attract private sector capital, and promote regional competitiveness.
General Provisions:
The Act states that the $509 million appropriated may be transferred to federally authorized regional economic development commissions.
Funding Guidance and Timelines:
Applications will be accepted by EDA’s regional offices on an ongoing basis.
Funding Notices:
On March 10, 2009, the Economic Development Administration published in the Federal Register notice of stimulus Act funding.
http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-5081.pdf
