73 Pa. Stat. § 803
The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Appalachian Regional Development Act." The Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1965 ( Public Law 89-4, 40 U.S.C. App. § 1 et seq.).
"Commission." The Appalachian Regional Commission.
"Department." The Department of Commerce of the Commonwealth.
"Economic development." Services or activities intended to expand the economic base, create or retain jobs, sustain communities and community infrastructure or generally enhance the quality of life.
"Local development districts." Multicounty economic and community development organizations established under this act to provide regional planning and development services to improve the economy and quality of life in their respective regions through a variety of activities, including, but not limited to, the fostering of public/private partnerships and providing assistance to businesses.
"Secretary." The Secretary of Commerce of the Commonwealth.
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