Missouri Department of Economic DevelopmentGovernment

The Missouri Department of Economic Development is a state executive branch agency tasked with fostering business growth, community development, and workforce expansion across Missouri. It administers state incentive programs, promotes investment, and supports local communities in strengthening their local economies. The department originated from the Department of Consumer Affairs, Regulation and Licensing established during state reorganization in 1974, before being restructured and renamed into its current form in 1984 following voter approval.