U.S. Economic Development Administration

The mission of the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) is to lead the federal economic development agenda by promoting competitiveness and preparing the nation’s regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy. The EDA is an agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce. EDA invests in communities and supports regional collaboration in order to create jobs for U.S. workers, promote American innovation, and accelerate long-term sustainable economic growth.

Key EDA efforts include:

• Programs/Initiatives
• EDA Programs
• Multi-Agency Initiatives
• EDA And Disaster Recovery
• University Centers

The EDA American Rescue Plan includes:

• EDA American Rescue Plan Programs Overview
• Build Back Better Regional Challenge
• Good Jobs Challenge
• Economic Adjustment Assistance
• Indigenous Communities
• Travel, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation
• Statewide Planning, Research and Networks
• Coal Communities Commitment
• ARPA Impact
• American Rescue Plan Resources