To help you navigate this $787 billion economic recovery package, Maryland State Senator Ben Cardin  has assembled a Resource Guide to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 [PDF], which compiles information on many federal programs and funding opportunities available to individuals, communities and businesses in Maryland as a result of the economic recovery package. If you have questions about the information provided in the guide contact Senator Cardin’s office at (202) 224-4524 or email questions to appropriations@cardin.senate.gov.

The ARRA provides for targeted resources to be administered by designated Federal and State entities for specific purposes. If your business aligns with these targeted areas there could be opportunity for grants, loans, loan guarantees, and contracts. For additional information about specific ARRA programs, please review the contents of DBED’s Web site and the State’s Recovery Web site. A DBED representative is also available at 1-800-541-8549 or ARRA@choosemaryland.org to answer your questions.