CREC Updates
What the FY 2026 Federal Budget Proposal Signals for Regional Economic Development
June 6, 2025
June 6, 2025The White House’s FY 2026 discretionary budget proposal outlines a significant shift in how the federal government approaches economic development. It suggests a move away from place-based and regionally responsive investments toward more centralized priorities, such as national defense and strategic infrastructure. For regional leaders and development practitioners, this moment raises important questions about the […]
Strengthening Public Data Infrastructure for a Smarter Tomorrow
January 8, 2025
January 8, 2025A report from the Council on Competitiveness underscores the urgency of investing in public data and building a regional data infrastructure.