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November 30, 2021

U.S. Economic Development Administration Celebrates Native American Heritage Month and a Year of Progress with Its Tribal Partners

Every year in November, America celebrates Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the culture and achievements of our indigenous communities. EDA is proud to recognize the role these communities and their cultures play in enriching our nation.

November 30, 2021

Las Vegas Visit Highlights Focus on Equity and EDA Investments in Nevada

Southern Nevada’s economic development was the forefront of a roundtable discussion with Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Alejandra Castillo and United States Senator Catherine Cortez Masto this month. More than a dozen Nevada businesses, community, and governmental leaders joined the event on Wednesday, November 10th.

November 30, 2021

Assistant Secretary Castillo Testifies on EDA Reauthorization Before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works

On Wednesday, November 3, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Alejandra Y. Casillo testified before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works during an oversight hearing to examine programs at the Economic Development Administration (EDA) and review programs for reauthorization.

November 15, 2021

EDA Partners with Milken Institute and Rural Community Assistance Partnership to Aid Underserved Communities in Accessing Predevelopment Services

Predevelopment capacity is an essential catalyst to economic and regional recovery. This capacity is often lacking, in small, rural, and distressed communities where a shortage of human or financial capital can limit the ability to undertake high-value projects.

November 9, 2021

EDA Supporting Economic Recovery Following Hurricane Ida

The Economic Development Administration has been called in to help in the recovery from Hurricane Ida in Louisiana. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) asked EDA to join an Interagency Recovery Coordination group (IRC) to assist following the natural disaster.

October 27, 2021

Deputy Secretary Graves and Assistant Secretary Castillo Close Out Hispanic Heritage Month by Celebrating Contributions, Successes of Local Hispanic-Owned Small Business

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the many ways the Hispanic community and culture have enriched the United States.

October 26, 2021

U.S. Economic Development Administration Investments Help Communities Across the Nation Boost Manufacturing Capacity

Manufacturing is an important component of the United States economy and one of the Economic Development Administration (EDA)’s top investment priorities. EDA is proud to support community-led manufacturing strategies throughout the country through strategic investments. Over the past five years, EDA has invested more than $930 million in more than 700 projects that support manufacturing.

September 24, 2021

EDA Updates Regulations to Make Grants More Accessible to Native American Communities

The Economic Development Administration (EDA), which helps facilitate regional economic growth in communities across the country, announced today that it has updated its regulations to create greater opportunities for Native American Communities to participate in its grant programs.

September 20, 2021

EDA Continues to Support the Caribbean Following the Devastating 2017 Hurricane Season

Today, September 20, marks the fourth anniversary of Hurricane Maria. EDA continues to keep those effected by the storm in our thoughts and prayers and we are proud of our continued support of economic recovery and resilience strategies in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

September 8, 2021

National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship (NACIE) Seeking Applicants

The U.S. Department of Commerce is seeking applicants for the National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship (NACIE). NACIE advises the U.S. Secretary of Commerce on how the federal government can best accelerate innovation and catalyze technology entrepreneurship to grow economic prosperity equitably. The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on October 25, 2021.