The Recompete Pilot Program - Investing in Economically Distressed Communities

Explore the Recompete Pilot Program, a new initiative established by the CHIPS and Science Act, in this informative webinar hosted by the Aspen Institute Community Strategies Group and its Reimagining Rural Assistance Network partners. Learn about the program's $200M investment aimed at economically distressed communities, measured by the prime-age employment gap. Discover how the program seeks to alleviate persistent economic distress and support long-term comprehensive economic development and job creation in eligible areas, including rural and tribal communities. Gain insights into the recently released mapping tool for identifying eligible communities and the program's fact sheet. Prepare for the upcoming funding opportunity by understanding the program's goals, eligibility criteria, and potential impact on geographically diverse areas facing economic challenges.