Empowering Low-Income Communities: An Overview of the Community Self-Determination Act, 1967-01-01 - 1968-12-31
Scope and Contents
The Community Self-Determination Act promotes economic development in lower income communities through local self-help, ownership, and decision-making. It establishes Community Development Corporations (CDCs) owned by residents, which manage businesses and social service programs. The Act also creates Community Development Banks (CDBs) for financing, tax incentives for outside companies to invest in communities, and grants for management training. The Act is supported by bipartisan Congress members and has been implemented in various communities across the country.
Dates
- Creation: 1967-01-01 - 1968-12-31
Creator
- From the Collection: Harris, Fred R., 32nd Chair of the Democratic National Committee (1969-1970); United States Senator from Oklahoma (1964-1973), 1930- (Person)
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Full Extent
2 pages
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Abstract
90th (1967-1969)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository