Department of Commerce

Washington’s Department of Commerce has awarded more than $680,000 to various communities to tackle child care shortages. This funding targets the enhancement of child care access and affordability, crucial for supporting working families. The grants will assist in initiatives such as expanding e...

Underserved communities in Washington are gaining improved access to credit through the Washington State Department of Commerce’s Equitable Access to Credit Program. This initiative aims to address the financial barriers faced by marginalized groups, providing them with opportunities to secure lo...

Washington state is offering several funding opportunities for transportation electrification. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program, providing $10 billion to manufacturers of advanced technology vehicles and components that m...

The Hoh Indian Tribe and the Washington State Department of Commerce have signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing government-to-government relations. This agreement aims to remove administrative barriers, enhance communication, and implement culturally appropriate data pr...

Andrea Chartock has been appointed by Washington State Department of Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn to lead the Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness. With over 25 years of experience in global economic development across more than 30 countries, Chartock previously worked with the inte...

The Washington State Department of Commerce received 112 applications for funding aimed at creating or preserving more than 6,791 affordable housing units across 23 counties. These applications were submitted in response to funding opportunities from the state’s Housing Trust Fund and the federal...

The Washington State Department of Commerce’s Community Reinvestment Program (CRP) is launching three funding opportunities. These grants are region-based, with one grantee selected per region. The grants are for organizations serving individuals, not individuals themselves. The three grants are ...

Connection Angle Lake, a newly developed transit-oriented multifamily property in SeaTac, Washington, is designed to increase accessible housing near transit hubs. The project was developed by Mercy Housing Northwest and features 130 units for tenants earning up to 60% of the area median income. ...

Dominican Sisters Haven, a new housing community in Stevens County, Washington, opened in September. The community offers 70 affordable housing units specifically designed for families with children, with 35 units reserved for households experiencing homelessness. The units vary in size, includin...

The Washington State Department of Commerce has shared the draft review procedures for the Housing Accountability Act (HAA). The HAA allows for voluntary and selected approval processes for local government housing regulations. The department can select up to 10 cities or counties each year for r...