U.S Code last checked for updates: May 02, 2024
§ 3131.
Establishment of economic development partnerships
(a)
In general
(b)
Technical assistance
The Secretary may provide such technical assistance to States, political subdivisions of States, sub-State regional organizations (including organizations that cross State boundaries), multi-State regional organizations, and nonprofit organizations as the Secretary determines is appropriate to—
(1)
alleviate economic distress;
(2)
encourage and support public-private partnerships for the formation and improvement of economic development strategies that sustain and promote economic development across the United States; and
(3)
promote investment in infrastructure and technological capacity to keep pace with the changing global economy.
(c)
Intergovernmental review
(d)
Cooperation agreements
(1)
In general
(2)
Participation
(Pub. L. 89–136, title I, § 101, as added Pub. L. 105–393, title I, § 102(a), Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3600; amended Pub. L. 108–373, title I, § 103, Oct. 27, 2004, 118 Stat. 1759.)
cite as: 42 USC 3131