NACo CLEARR Cohort Application Optional Information Call
This event will take place on Zoom. Please email nacomeetings@naco.org with any registration or login questions.
NACo is launching a year-long virtual opportunity for county law enforcement agencies to receive implementation support for a new recruitment or retention strategy and guidance on developing an evaluation framework to assess the impact. This call is an opportunity to learn more about the application process and ask any questions you may have.
DOJ announces $211 million in grants for county criminal justice systems focused on reentry and mental health treatment
The Department of Justice announced $211 million in grant opportunities for counties to improve their criminal justice systems, specifically reentry, substance use, crisis response and behavioral health programs.
Senate Confirms New FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton
The U.S. Senate Confirmed Cameron Hamilton as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator, re-establishing a leader for the agency which faced significant staffing cuts in recent years.
Senators Introduce a Bill to Extend Assistance to Counties for Rebuilding After Natural Disasters
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) introduced a bill to extend the amount of time in which counties can access FEMA funds to pay disaster repair and reconstruction workers to up to two years following a natural disaster. This bill would provide increased flexibility and support for counties as they lead the front lines of disaster recovery.
Counties make the case for FEMA reform on Capitol Hill
Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng testifies to Congress about the county perspective on FEMA reform, advocating for the passage of the bipartisan FEMA Act.
New Orleans Real-Time Crime Center saves thousands of police hours
With access to more than 2,000 cameras across the city, the New Orleans Real-Time Crime Center pulls footage from cameras near incidents and sends it to law enforcement, making personnel better informed en route and cutting response times.