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RECOMPETE Program: Supporting Regions for Job Creation and Economic Growth

This act establishes the RECOMPETE grant program, aiming to support areas with high unemployment and low incomes. The program will provide long-term funding for job creation, increasing residents' incomes, and improving access to employment and economic opportunities. Citizens in these regions can expect new jobs, better training, and support for daily life, such as childcare and transportation.
Key points
Long-term (10-year) grants for economically distressed regions to foster job creation and economic development.
Support for local businesses, infrastructure development (including broadband), housing, and vocational training.
The program aims to reduce the prime-age employment gap and increase local per capita income.
Support also includes job retention programs, such as childcare assistance and transportation support.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4651
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RECOMPETE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4651.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Long-term (10-year) grants for economically distressed regions to foster job creation and economic development.
  • Support for local businesses, infrastructure development (including broadband), housing, and vocational training.
  • The program aims to reduce the prime-age employment gap and increase local per capita income.
  • Support also includes job retention programs, such as childcare assistance and transportation support.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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