Mission Statement
Provide quality leadership and services that enable Nebraska’s communities, businesses, and people to succeed in a global economy. We are here, equipped and ready, to assist you and your community in developing and capitalizing on economic development opportunities.
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Organization and Functions
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Tax Status:
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development is a public agency within the cabinet of the Governor of Nebraska |
Leadership Structure
The Department of Economic Development is within the Cabinet of the Governor of Nebraska and the Secretary of the Department is appointed by the Governor. The Department is divided into two divisions, both of which is headed by a director.
Total Budget and Funding Sources
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Staff Positions and Number of Employees
The Department of Economic Development employs 117 full-time workers.
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Outcomes and Metrics (FY 2022)
The Department of Economic Development manages several divisions. Details about the work being done by individual divisions are available here.
Here are some highlights:
- Nebraska had a higher percentage of adults engaged in the workforce than any other state in America throughout all of calendar year 2022. By the end of 2022, the state’s manufacturing employment was it at highest point in over 20 years and construction employment had reached an all-time high.
- In April 2022, the National Bureau of Economic Research gave Nebraska an “A+” for the state’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. Over the past year, DED has taken on major responsibility to oversee additional recovery programs. Traditionally, DED manages $80-$100 million per year. Bills from the 2022 Legislative Session elevated the agency’s managed dollars to $1+ billion for State Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Nebraska Seed Investment Program Awards, FY 2021-2022: $2.9 million
- 3 Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant Program Awards, FY 2021-2022: $4.5 million
Agency Accountability
The Department of Economic Development falls within the cabinet of the Governor of Nebraska and the Secretary of the Department serves at the discretion of the Governor.
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Sources
[1] DED Org Chart