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Department of Commerce Innovation Economy Advisory Committee Public Meeting Notice

The Department of Commerce is announcing the first public meeting of the Measuring Innovation in the 21st Century Economy Advisory Committee. The meeting is scheduled for February 22, 2007, in Washington D.C. The committee will advise the Secretary on new measures of economic innovation.

Economic Development Administration Updates Trade Adjustment Assistance Regulations

The Economic Development Administration has issued a final rule updating its regulations for the Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms (TAAF) program and the Public Works and Economic Development Act (PWEDA). The changes aim to clarify processes, reorganize content for better understanding, and align regulations with statutory requirements, easing burdens on firms and Trade Adjustment Assistance Centers.

EDA Final Rule Expands Tribal Entity Grant Eligibility

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued a final rule expanding eligibility for grants under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965. The rule now includes for-profit Tribal corporations wholly owned by and established for the benefit of a Tribe, removing a previous non-profit limitation.

Amendment to Environment Regulation from EDA

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) has issued an amendment to an existing environmental regulation. This action updates specific provisions within the regulation, impacting government agencies that fall under its purview.

EDA Final Rule Updates Public Works and Economic Adjustment Act Grant Rates

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) has issued a final rule to update grant rates under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965, aligning with the Economic Development Reauthorization Act of 2024. This rule increases the maximum federal grant rate for eligible projects.

EDA Eliminates Supplementary Grant Regulation

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) is eliminating its regulation on supplementary investment assistance, citing confusion and redundancy with its enabling statute. This final rule removes 13 CFR 301.6, which provided guidance on supplementing grants from other federal programs. The elimination is effective July 2, 2025.

Proposed Deletions from Procurement List

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is proposing to remove specific products from the Procurement List. These products are currently furnished by nonprofit agencies employing individuals who are blind or have severe disabilities. The public comment period for this proposal closes on April 4, 2026.

Procurement List Additions and Deletions Proposed

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is proposing to add new services to the Procurement List, which are mandatory purchases for specific government agencies. It also proposes to delete certain products previously furnished by nonprofit agencies employing individuals with severe disabilities. Comments are due by April 11, 2026.

Procurement List Proposed Deletions

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is proposing to delete several janitorial, custodial, and administrative services from the Procurement List. These services are currently furnished by nonprofit agencies employing individuals with severe disabilities. Interested parties can submit comments until March 21, 2026.

Procurement List Deletions by Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind Or Severely Disabled

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is deleting several products from the Procurement List. These deletions are effective April 12, 2026, and impact items previously supplied by nonprofit agencies employing individuals with disabilities.