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RECOMPETE Program: Economic Aid for Distressed Areas

This act establishes a grant program to create jobs and increase income in areas with high unemployment. These funds aim to support local businesses, infrastructure development, and job training to improve residents' quality of life.
Key points
Areas with high unemployment (especially among 25-54 year olds) can receive long-term grants for economic development.
Grant funds can be used for local business support, infrastructure development (e.g., roads, internet), housing construction, job training, and programs to help find and retain employment.
The program aims to reduce employment and income disparities and support long-term economic growth in needy regions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2464
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
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_S_2464.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Areas with high unemployment (especially among 25-54 year olds) can receive long-term grants for economic development.
  • Grant funds can be used for local business support, infrastructure development (e.g., roads, internet), housing construction, job training, and programs to help find and retain employment.
  • The program aims to reduce employment and income disparities and support long-term economic growth in needy regions.
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 Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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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Economy Labor Public Investments