Census Bureau: Household Pulse Survey 3.1 Biweekly Data Released
The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data from phase 3.1 of the experimental Household Pulse Survey. Phase 3.1 includes substantial revisions to the questionnaire. Additional questions address the following new topics: disability, child health access, telehealth and child care. Also included are demographic questions to identify service members and military spouses, and questions to classify respondents employed…
FDIC: CFPB and FDIC Release Enhanced Version of Money Smart for Older Adults
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today announced the joint release of an enhanced version of the award-winning financial education curriculum, Money Smart for Older Adults. The enhanced version includes a new section to help people avoid “romance scams” and an updated resource guide. The enhancements to Money Smart for Older…
CFPB: FDIC and CFPB Release Enhanced Version of Money Smart for Older Adults
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) today announced the joint release of an enhanced version of the award-winning financial education curriculum, Money Smart for Older Adults.The enhanced version includes a new section to help people avoid “romance scams” and an updated resource guide . The enhancements to Money Smart for Older Adults are…
Agencies Request Comment on Proposed Risk Management Guidance for Third-Party Relationships
The federal bank regulatory agencies today requested public comment on proposed guidance designed to help banking organizations manage risks associated with third-party relationships, including relationships with financial technology-focused entities. The proposed guidance is intended to assist banking organizations in identifying and addressing the risks associated with third-party relationships and responds to industry feedback requesting alignment…
ABA: Statement on Bank On Account Milestone
“We are thrilled to learn that more than 100 financial institutions, including a growing number of America’s banks, now offer low-cost Bank On certified accounts. We congratulate the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, which created the Bank On standards, for this important achievement and for the CFE Fund’s ongoing efforts to reduce the number of…
Census Bureau: Small Business Pulse Survey Phase 5 Weekly Data Released
The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data from the fifth phase of the Small Business Pulse Survey (SBPS). Data collection began May 17. Results will be released weekly May 27 to July 22. The SBPS includes questions on small business operations and finances, requests and receipt of assistance, COVID-19 vaccinations and testing, measures of overall well-being, and…
EDA: $7.7 Million in CARES Act Recovery Assistance Invested to Expand Bioscience Laboratory Facilities and Support Workforce Development Programs in Texas
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding $7.7 million in CARES Act Recovery Assistance grants to help the state of Texas prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus. “President Biden is dedicated to supporting our nation’s economy as we build back better from the…
EDA: $2.5 Million Invested to Establish Drone Port and Support Workforce Development Efforts in Oklahoma
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is investing $2.5 million in the state of Oklahoma to diversify the regional economy and create new job opportunities. “President Biden is committed to supporting new opportunities for economic development across the country,” said Secretary of Commerce Gina M….
EDA: $2.1 Million Invested to Help Establish New Aviation Research and Maintenance Facility at Wichita State University
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2.1 million grant to Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas, to support the growth of the aviation sector by purchasing and installing equipment for use in the new Flight Test Research Center and a Maintenance, Repair, and…
EDA: $1.4 Million Invested to Support Manufacturing Growth in Grantsburg, WI
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.4 million grant to the village of Grantsburg, Wisconsin, to construct road, water and sewer infrastructure to support expansion of the North Industrial Park and promote manufacturing sector growth. This EDA project, to be matched with…