In a technical assistance webinar EDA described its AI Upskill Accelerator addendum: awards of $1–8 million (4–8 grants anticipated), a 60% federal investment limit (40% required match), three project phases, and a July 10 application deadline at 4:59 p.m. Eastern.

The Economic Development Administration reminded Path 3 applicants that portfolios should include three to five linked projects totaling roughly $20–$50 million, reiterated a March 3, 5 p.m. ET deadline, and clarified Edge upload rules and match vs. commitment requirements, including that contractors cannot both provide match and receive federal funds.

The Economic Development Administration told potential Path 3 applicants to build coalitions with a clear lead entity, defined project leads, measurable governance activities in budgets, and shared performance data to drive accountability and resiliency across up to five years of performance.