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National League of Cities
The National League of Cities (NLC) represents the interests of cities and towns in Washington, D.C., by advocating for the positions established by local elected officials in the National Municipal Policy. On Federal issues that impact municipalities, the League works in concert with the NLC.
Link to visit the NLC website
Leading Together An Agenda for the 2020 Presidential Election from America's Local Leaders
Legislative activities include:
- Communicating with Congress and the administration about policies.
- Testifying at Congressional hearing to inform legislators about the impact of specific bills on cities and towns.
- Informing local officials about pending action in Washington with implications for cities and towns.
- Organizing grassroots lobbying activities to ensure that the local voice is heard in Washington.
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U.S. Department of Treasury Announces Emergency Rental Assistance Program
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has published information for state and local governments about the new $25 billion Emergency Rental Assistance program that was enacted as part of the most recent COVID-19 emergency relief package. Read on... -
Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) Announces Activities
On Jan. 20, Joseph Biden and Kamela Harris will be sworn in as the next President and Vice President of the United States. Inaugural activities will include a National Day of Service and COVID-19 Memorial Event. The Inaugural Day Parade will be virtual. Read on... -
Larger Stimulus Checks Unlikely
As of Thursday morning, Senate Majority Leader McConnell has not posted the CASH Act for a Senate vote. Read on... -
State and Local Aid Excluded From COVID Relief Legislation
Congress continues to negotiate the details of a $900 billion COVID relief package. The current funding bill expires at midnight tonight and given the time and lack of agreement, a brief government shutdown may occur. Read on... -
Spending Updates
This week, the House and Senate passed a one-week extension of the Continuing Resolution while momentum on a bipartisan COVID-19 funding agreement has slowed significantly. Read on...
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