Inside Washington: County Impacts from the White House & Congress, July 24
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Join NACo’s Government Affairs team for week five of a biweekly series on key developments from the White House and Congress. Discussions will focus on policies and actions that directly impact counties — from federal funding and regulatory changes to intergovernmental partnerships. Tune in for an inside look at how these evolving federal dynamics may shape county priorities, responsibilities and operations.
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Speakers
Eryn Hurley
Mark Ritacco
The Big Shift: An Analysis of the Local Cost of Federal Cuts
This report outlines how the federal cost shift and spending cuts pose a significant challenge to counties nationwide. It aims to clarify the scope of the potential impact, highlight key areas of concern and provide county leaders with the information needed to prepare for and respond to these intergovernmental changes.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): What Counties Should Know
Regardless of population size, geography and available resources, counties are deeply invested in our residents’ health and well-being.
Medicaid and Counties: Understanding the Program and Why It Matters to Counties
Medicaid operates and is jointly financed as a partnership between federal, state and local governments.
CEQ issues interim final rule on implementing NEPA regulations
On February 25, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) issued an interim final rule to remove existing federal regulations on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),and rescinded CEQ’s authority to promulgate NEPA regulations. CEQ issued a memo on February 19 asserting that any federal agencies implementing regulations should prioritize streamlining and expediting NEPA’s permitting process.
NACo sends letter to congressional appropriations committees urging federal investments in county government activities
On July 9, NACo sent a letter to leaders of the U.S. House and U.S. Senate Appropriations Committees urging them to adequately fund key federal programs of importance to counties in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 discretionary appropriations bills.
Intergovernmental Disaster Reform Task Force
As disasters intensify across the country, county governments play a crucial role on the frontlines of emergency management and recovery. With a commitment to advancing federal policies that foster collaboration between counties, federal agencies and other intergovernmental partners, the Task Force builds on years of county-led efforts to enhance disaster policies and practices, driving improved outcomes nationwide.
House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee leaders release bipartisan FEMA reform package with major wins for counties
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee released the bipartisan Fixing Emergency Management for Americans (FEMA) Act
Farm Bill Reauthorization Resource Hub
Explore NACo resources, stay up-to-date on the state of play and advocate for key county priorities in the Farm Bill.
Webinar Series
Inside Washington: County Impacts from the White House & Congress
Building off NACo’s First 100 Days webinar series, our biweekly Inside Washington series provides timely updates and analysis on key developments from the White House and Congress. Each session focuses on policies and actions that directly impact counties — from federal funding and regulatory changes to intergovernmental partnerships. Tune in every other week to stay informed on how these evolving federal dynamics may shape county priorities, responsibilities and operations.
