Community revitalization and brownfields redevelopment is vital to our Nations future and is an EPA priority. EPAs Brownfields Grant Program assists our state and local government partners in funding redevelopment by providing seed money for assessment and cleanup of contaminated properties. The revitalization of our nations land resources also requires that government at all levels partner with the private sector to meet our redevelopment and environmental protection goals. State governments play a major role in assisting communities as they work with the private sector through regulatory oversight and financial assistance. Most states demonstrate their commitment to community revitalization by establishing flexible regulatory programs that encourage voluntary cleanups. In addition, state governments often offer public funding and financial incentives for brownfields redevelopment efforts to demonstrate public sector commitment to community revitalization and encourage private sector investment. This report provides an overview of the types of financial tools and incentives offered by state governments to bridge financial gaps and encourage private sector investment in the revitalization of our communities.