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EDA Seeks Comments on Regional Innovation Program
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) requests public comment on the overarching regulatory framework for the Regional Innovation Program. Comments should focus on the structure and implementation of the Regional Innovation Program, including Regional Innovation Strategies (RIS) grants. Through the RIS program, EDA awards grants for capacity-building programs that provide proof-of-concept and commercialization assistance to innovators and entrepreneurs, as well as operational support for organizations that provide essential early stage funding to startup companies. Comments should address one or more of several topics including, but not limited to:
- Purpose and scope of the Regional Innovation Program and/or RIS program;
- Program eligibility and matching share requirements; and,
- RIS Application components, evaluation, and selection criteria.
Comments must be submitted by November 21.