Washington State Department of Commerce Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on February 21, 2025 - 01:16 GMT

Making Things Happen for Sustainability and Jobs: Port of Walla Walla secures state support to ramp up sustainable aviation fuels ...

Strategic investment supports construction of SkyNRG manufacturing facility at Wallula Gap Industrial Park OLYMPIA, WA – A planned sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) production facility being developed by SkyNRG Americas in Walla Walla has been awarded a new …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 23:07 GMT

More than 300 applications received for WSBO’s BEAD funding in first round

$1.2 billion is available to connect more people in Washington to high-speed internet OLYMPIA, Wash. – There is massive interest in the Washington State Broadband Office’s (WSBO) first application round for $1.2 billion in Broadband Equity, Access, and …

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Published on February 10, 2025 - 18:52 GMT

Public Works Board Featured on TVW Inside Olympia Episode

A special TVW Inside Olympia episode covering the Public Works Board and its 40th anniversary features an array of unique perspectives and board history offered through interviews conducted with PWB members and staff, including Executive Director Maria …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

Multifamily Housing Unit releases updated Housing Trust Fund Handbook

The Washington State Department of Commerce’s Multifamily Housing Unit (MHU) is releasing an updated version of the Housing Trust Fund (HTF) Handbook. The HTF Handbook contains a set of complete guidelines to applicants, housing developers, and property …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

MHU Review: January 2025

Multifamily Housing Newsletter Issue #11 As we roll into the new year, the Multifamily Housing Unit continues to fund, support and maintain standards for over 50,000 units of affordable housing across Washington. This newsletter aims to expand on our work …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:50 GMT

Building Better Futures Through Cultural Education at WayOut Kids

This story is part of an ongoing series highlighting organizations awarded Community Reinvestment Project grants through the Washington State Department of Commerce. WayOut Kids, also known as Building Youth Through Music (BYTM), is transforming education …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 21:39 GMT

Commerce seeking input on Dash Point and Browns Point incorporation study

Commerce is preparing a study to gauge the impact of incorporating the Pierce County communities of Dash Point and Browns Point into a single city. The study is not a formal incorporation process and is being conducted for informational purposes only. The …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 18:12 GMT

Making Things Happen for Affordable Housing: Gov. Ferguson, Commerce invest $14.6 million to reduce costs for affordable housing ...

Grants for below-ground infrastructure, reimbursements for waived development fees will support 24 projects resulting in 1,800 new affordable units OLYMPIA, WA – Today Gov. Bob Ferguson and the Washington State Department of Commerce announced $14.6 …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 23:01 GMT

Update on OMB Memorandum M-25-13

January 29, 2025January 29, 2025 Share Dear partners, We have an update on the status federal funding from the Department of Commerce. There have been several, recent nationwide communications related to federal aid programs. On Monday, we learned of a …

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Published on January 27, 2025 - 16:43 GMT

Community Economic Revitalization Board approves $3,064,764 in low interest loans and grants

On January 16, 2025, the Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) approved $3,064,764 in low interest loans and grants for planning, economic development, public infrastructure improvements and rural broadband infrastructure …

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Published on January 27, 2025 - 16:43 GMT

PWB Meeting Date – January 31, 2025

The Public Works Board’s next meeting is on January 31, 2025, from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. This meeting will be held online via Zoom, and in person at the Washington State Department of Commerce headquarters in Olympia (1011 Plum Street, Olympia, WA 98501). …

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Published on January 23, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

Commerce invests nearly $18 million to increase homeownership opportunities

Funded projects across Washington include new construction, down payment assistance and affordability subsidies OLYMPIA, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced investments of $17.95 million in 17 projects aiming to create …

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Published on January 21, 2025 - 19:50 GMT

January 2025 transportation electrification open funding opportunities

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

IRA Home Rebate programs pre-proposal conference recording is now available

If you are interested in applying to be the Washington State IRA Home Rebate programs implementer, watch our webinar recording (MP4) for more information.

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:48 GMT

Commerce announces funding for over 1,200 affordable housing units statewide

Requests exceed available funding from state and federal sources to create needed affordable housing, including units serving residents with disabilities, seniors, veterans, families and more. OLYMPIA, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce today …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:48 GMT

Commerce announces 27 awards to launch 1,282 affordable housing units statewide

Total requests from 86 applications far exceed available state and federal funding. House model on wood table. Real estate agent offer house, property insurance and security, affordable housing concepts The Washington State Department of Commerce today …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 17:09 GMT

Commerce grants over $14.3 million for energy efficiency retrofits in public buildings

Funded by the Climate Commitment Act, the grants are expected to play a key role in helping building owners meet Washington’s Clean Buildings Performance Standards. OLYMPIA, WA – The Department of Commerce has awarded 26 grants aimed at reducing emissions …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 23:09 GMT

MHU: A Year in Highlights

Happy new year from the Department of Commerce’s Multifamily Housing Unit*! As 2024 comes to a close, we have much to be thankful for. We are thankful for a dedicated governor (we appreciate your commitment, Governor Inslee!) that has prioritized …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 21:38 GMT

Former state senator Joe Nguyễn hits the ground running at Commerce Department

Priorities outlined by new director include a focus on equity, affordability, and environmental justice. OLYMPIA, WA — Joe Nguyễn kicks off his tenure as Washington State Department of Commerce Director today, leading a 750-person team entrusted with more …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 19:15 GMT

Kalispel Tribe, Commerce sign memorandum of understanding to establish government-to-government relations

This is the fifth MOU Commerce has signed with a tribal nation within Washington CUSICK, WA. — Kalispel Tribe of Indians Chairman Glen Nenema and Washington State Department of Commerce Director Mike Fong signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MOU …

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