Delta Regional Authority

The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is a U.S. federal agency that supports economic development in the Delta region, which includes parts of Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee. Its goal is to improve infrastructure, education, workforce training, and business opportunities to help communities grow and succeed. By providing funding and resources, the DRA aims to reduce economic disparities, create jobs, and enhance quality of life for residents in this historically underserved area.