Articles by: NADO Admin
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EDA Announces Funding for Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership
The U.S. Economic Development Agency (EDA) announced funding for the Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership grants. Successful projects will be regional in scope and focus on manufacturing sectors that demonstrate competitive advantages in the marketplace. Applications should emphasize public-private and...
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Sen. Merkley Sends EDA Public Works Funding Support Letter to Appropriators
NADO is pleased to announce that Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) along with three of his colleagues sent a letter to the Senate Appropriations Committee asking their support for EDA’s Public Works program. Specifically, the letter requests the committee to fund...
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Farm Bill Slated to Move This Month in Congress
The U.S. House and Senate Agriculture Committees announced they will begin work to move a 2013 Farm Bill through their respective committees this month. Starting on May 14, the Senate committee will begin marking up their version of the Farm...
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USDA Publishes Sustainable Rural Downtowns Case Study Series
From a new senior housing development in California to a value-added production facility in Vermont, rural communities across the country are using USDA financing to implement innovative projects that revitalize their downtowns and create vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods. USDA Rural Development...
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Penny Pritzker Nominated as DOC Secretary
On May 2, President Obama nominated Penny Pritzker to join his second-term Cabinet as the new Commerce Secretary. Pritzker will replace acting Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank pending her Senate confirmation. Pritzker served the Obama Administration as a member of the...
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Sen. Schumer and Sen. Gillibrand Send Letter Supporting EDA Public Works Funding to Senate Appropriators
On April 25, Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) sent a letter to Senate Appropriators asking their support of increased EDA Public Works funding for FY2014. The Administration’s proposed budget includes $40.5 million for EDA public works...
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NADO Treasurer Terry Bobrowski to Testify Before the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
On Thursday, April 25 starting at 10 a.m. (EST), NADO Treasurer Terry Bobrowski, Executive Director of the East Tennessee Development District located in Alcoa, TN will testify on behalf of NADO before the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s...
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NADO Releases Presentation on President’s Fiscal Year 2014 Budget
The National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) has released a presentation on the President’s FY2014 budget request. The presentation includes a summary of the President’s budget as well as an in-depth look at federal programs important to regional development organizations...
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Rep. Michaud and Rep. Duncan Send EDA Support Letter to House Appropriators
On April 15, Rep. Mike Michaud (D-ME) and Rep. John Duncan (R-TN) sent a bipartisan letter to House Appropriators asking their support of FY2012 level funding of $257.5 million for EDA in FY2014. The letter also requests full funding for...
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Upcoming Webinar: An Analysis of the President’s FY2014 Federal Budget (April 18)
On Thursday, April 18 at 2:00 p.m. (EST), NADO will hold a special webinar, An Analysis of the President’s FY2014 Federal Budget (https://www2 NULL.gotomeeting NULL.com/register/425425138). During the webinar, NADO staff will provide an in-depth analysis of the FY2014 budget. As...