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International Economic Development Council Welcomes 44 New Certified Economic Developers (CEcD)

Posted on: Monday, December 1, 2025

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is pleased to announce that 44 individuals have been awarded the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation following a multi-part examination process conducted in November 2025. “Economic developers play a vital role in shaping the future of their communities. They drive investment, support

Farm Bill Programs Extended Through 2026 in Legislation Ending Federal Government Shutdown

Posted on: Thursday, November 20, 2025

Congress has extended the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 — the 2018 Farm Bill — through September 30, 2026. The extension was included in the Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026 (H.R. 5371), which Congress passed on November 12, 2025. This law also

U.S. Senate Passes Funding Package to End Government Shutdown; Legislation Now Heads to the House of Representatives

Posted on: Wednesday, November 12, 2025

On November 10, the U.S. Senate passed legislation 60–40 to reopen the federal government, combining three full-year appropriations bills with a continuing resolution that extends funding for all other agencies through January 30, 2026. The vote marked a major bipartisan breakthrough to end the nation’s record-long 41-day shutdown and sent the

U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Arguments on Tariffs

Posted on: Tuesday, November 11, 2025

We wanted to share an update on a major legal case affecting U.S. trade. The Supreme Court is reviewing whether tariffs imposed during the Trump administration on nearly all imports from most trading partners were legally authorized under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court will decide both whether the president has the

Building Resilience: Economic Recovery Corps (ERC) Fellows in Action

Posted on: Monday, November 3, 2025

Across the country, IEDC's ERC Fellows are making a lasting impact in their communities, from leading wildfire response efforts in Colorado to securing millions for affordable housing in Alabama. Check out how ERC Fellows Sasha Nelson and Justin Washington are driving local leadership and collaboration in communities across the country. Sasha Nelson

From the Field: Insights from IEDC’s CEO

Posted on: Nathan Ohle, President & CEO, IEDC Tuesday, October 28, 2025

In a world that often dwells on what can’t be done, Canada reminds me of the power of asking how can we make it happen. That spirit, the focus on “How Yes, not Why Not,” came through again and again during my recent trip to Toronto, where I met with IEDC members, partners, and leaders from across Ontario. It is a mindset rooted in optimism, collaboration, and community, and it is one that lies at the very heart of economic development.

IEDC Federal Policy Update: Latest on the U.S. Government Shutdown

Posted on: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The federal government officially shut down at 12:01 a.m. ET on October 1, 2025, when Congress failed to pass the full set of annual appropriations bills or a temporary continuing resolution (CR) that would have extended current levels of funding for a set period of time while they negotiated the annual appropriations bills. Now more than three weeks in,

Economic Partnership Alliance: Highlights of Detroit Site Visit

Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and the New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN) recently partnered to host a 1.5-day Economic Partnership Alliance Workshop during IEDC’s Annual Conference in Detroit. The workshop brought together U.S. economic development professionals to strengthen partnerships, foster collaboration, and explore new approaches to advancing inclusive economic growth.

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