state aid

noun

1. financial support extended by a state government to a local institution serving the public, as a school or library.

Word History and Origins

Origin of state aid¹

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60

Example Sentences

In recent months, the sharp rise in arrivals has fuelled a fierce national debate in Spain over how to tackle irregular migration, with the Canaries calling for more state aid to care for those arriving, especially unaccompanied children.

From BBC

The charges were calculated based on estimates of how much Chinese state aid each manufacturer has received following an EU investigation.

From BBC

And for the first time, government-owned stores in Illinois are eligible to apply for state aid.

From Salon

The result is likely to be a continuation of current trends, including declining state aid for local schools due to lowered enrollment, worsening traffic congestion as more workers commute from other regions, and increasing challenges for companies trying to retain employees, Walrod said.

From Los Angeles Times

Investments in strategic sectors play a vital role in enhancing our competitiveness – in this context, a combination of private and public financing, alongside a reassessment of our approach to state aid, is imperative.”

From Seattle Times