EDAFinal RuleNovember 19, 2025

Update of Public Works and Economic Adjustment Act Grant Rate Regulations

Finance & BankingLabor & WorkplaceTransportation

Summary

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) updated its rules for how much federal money it will give to states and communities for public works projects and economic recovery efforts. This affects which communities can get federal grants to build infrastructure and create jobs in areas facing economic hardship.

Key Points

1The EDA changed the percentage of project costs that the federal government will cover when funding public works and economic adjustment projects
2These grants help communities pay for infrastructure like roads, bridges, and facilities that create local jobs
3States and local governments that apply for these grants will see different funding levels depending on the new rates
4The rule applies to projects designed to help regions recover from economic downturns or industrial losses
5Communities and businesses that depend on these federal grants will need to adjust their project budgets based on the updated funding amounts

Impact Assessment

If you are a state or local government official, this means the federal matching funds required for public works and economic development projects may change, affecting which infrastructure projects you can afford to pursue.

Impact Level

Significant

Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected

State GovernmentsSmall BusinessesManufacturers

Key Dates

Published

November 19, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Authorized By

Public Works and Economic Adjustment Act various

Other Documents in This Rulemaking (EDA_FRDOC_0001)

EDAEnvironment

Amendment to Environment Regulation

EDAFinance & Banking

Elimination of Supplementary Grant Regulation

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This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.