The County Countdown – October 23, 2023

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Every other week, NACo’s County Countdown reviews top federal policy advocacy items with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership.   

Watch the video and explore NACo resources below on some of the top issues we're covering this week. 

2024 Appropriations

NACo urges Congress to finalize fiscal year 2024 appropriations without delay, to stave off a potential government shutdown.

Large Urban County Caucus (LUCC) Symposium 

The LUCC Symposium, held this month in Orange County, Fla., offered a productive platform for county officials and our partners.

  • County-led solutions: The symposium featured in-depth dialogues on disaster readiness and response, housing affordability, mental and behavioral health, and artificial intelligence.
  • Survey: Were you there? Share your thoughts in the attendee survey

Federal Grants

NACo supports the bipartisan Streamlining Federal Grants Act, introduced last month. The bill would facilitate more straightforward grant application processes for counties.

  • Key takeaway: The legislation tasks the Office of Management and Budget with guiding federal agencies towards streamlined grant application processes.
  • Support for counties: The legislation includes a special focus on aiding counties, particularly rural counties, in accessing grant opportunities.

Black Maternal and Infant Mortality

On October 16, NACo hosted an event on disproportionate Black maternal and infant mortality rates.

  • A collaborative effort: County leaders, federal officials and thought partners identified actionable policy solutions to address this public health crisis.
  • Catch up: Watch the recording here

2024 NACo Legislative Conference

The 2024 NACo Legislative Conference is scheduled for February 10-13 in Washington, D.C. 

  • Join your peers: The conference convenes nearly 2,000 county officials to tackle federal policy matters impacting counties and citizens. 
  • Highlights: This year’s conference will include policy sessions, opportunities to engage with members of Congress, and robust interactions with federal agency representatives
  • Register today to secure early bird rates and hotel availability. 

Featured This Week

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Advocacy

NACo sends letter to congressional leadership urging prioritization of county activities in FY 2024 appropriations

NACo has sent a letter to congressional leaders urging them to prioritize federal investments in crucial local government activities through the FY 2024 appropriations process.

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Conference

2023 Large Urban County Caucus Symposium

Orange County, Fla.

The 2023 NACo Large Urban County Caucus (LUCC) Symposium will gather county executives, governing board members and other senior elected officials alongside national thought leaders and partners in Orange County, Florida to identify urban challenges and elevate solutions through peer-to-peer information exchanges and national policy discussions. 

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Improving access to federal grants through the Streamlining Federal Grants Act

The Streamlining Federal Grants Act simplifies the grant application process for local governments to improve access to federal grant funding.  

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Breaking Down Silos to Address Maternal and Infant Mortality: Lessons from the Local Level

Join NACo for a briefing focused on innovative county solutions to address disproportionate Black maternal and infant mortality rates

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Conference

2024 NACo Legislative Conference

Washington, D.C.

The NACo Legislative Conference brings together nearly 2,000 elected and appointed county officials to focus on federal policy issues that impact counties and our residents.

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IRS Announces Direct Pay Election Extension for Clean Energy Projects

The IRS has granted extensions to file Form 990-T for those making a Direct Pay election.

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Legislation to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision amasses bipartisan support

The U.S. Congress is considering the Social Security Fairness act which would repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision.

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County Countdown – October 7, 2024

Every other week, NACo's County Countdown reviews top federal policy advocacy items with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership.

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Advocacy

Congress enacts a Continuing Resolution to avert government shutdown through December 20, 2024

The U.S. Congress voted to enact a Continuing Resolution (CR) to avert a government shutdown through December 20, 2024 just days before the end of Fiscal Year 2024 on September 30. 

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Press Release

National Association of Counties launches program to increase housing supply in urban counties

NACo and Smart Growth America announce the launch of the first Counties for Housing Solutions (C4HS) cohort, a program designed to increase housing supply in urban counties.

Upcoming Events

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Webinar

Maximizing Efficiency in County Finance: The Power of Transforming Accounts Payable and Expense Management Processes

During this webinar we will discuss the benefits of digitizing accounts payable and expense management processes and demonstrate how technology and automation can help county finance leaders alleviate staffing challenges, increase efficiency, and ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

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Conference

County Crossroads Symposium: A Mobile Journey Exploring the County Landscape

Sonoma County, Calif.

NACo’s fall symposium, jointly hosted by the Board of Directors, Large Urban County Caucus (LUCC) and Rural Action Caucus (RAC), will feature mobile workshops and engaging opportunities for all counties.

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Webinar

2025 Outlook - A Year of Greater Clarity, a NACo EDGE Webinar

Monday, October 28, 2024 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Join NACo EDGE for an enlightening webinar, "2025 Outlook - A Year of Greater Clarity," presented by Joe Rulison, CEO of three+one. 

Joe Rulison will share insights on 2025's most anticipated economic developments.
 

This webinar is brought to you by NACo EDGE, establishing people, purchasing, and performance cost-saving solutions that can be applied to counties nationwide. EDGE is owned by NACo, advised by county leaders and 100% focused on solutions for U.S. Counties. Learn more about NACo EDGE here.

For more information check out the event page!