America Rescue Plan Act Resources
October 3, 2022
This page will be updated as new information becomes available. It is a curated collection of information in one place.
NDOL Accepting ARPA Grant Applications Beginning October 3
Click here for more information. 10-3-2022
From the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce, the latest apprenticeship and workforce development information related to new ARPA funding is available in the Member's Only section of the website. 9/14/2022
Workforce Development Grants (WDG)
Starting in October, an initial $2 million in grants will be available to employers, nonprofits, educational institutions and other organizations that are helping Nebraskans hard-hit by the pandemic rejoin the workforce.
Round 1 applications accepted October 1, 2022, through January 1, 2023, as funds are available.
9-6-2022
Lincoln, Lancaster County announce $5 million in grants to tourism nonprofits hurt by the pandemic
Click to read 8/12/2022
Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED): American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Update
The State of Nebraska received $1.04 billion in Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds (CSFRF) from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). CSFRF provides economic relief funds to state, local, and tribal governments that were negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The Nebraska State Legislature appropriated $723 million in ARPA and state funding to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) to strengthen the Nebraska economy and create more resilient communities.
Read more. 7-26-2022
LB 1024: The Economic Recovery Act
ARPA Funding for North Omaha, South Omaha, and other Qualified Census Tracts in Nebraska
Click here for more information. 7-28-2022
