Treasury Hosts April ARPA SLFRF Reporting Webinars: Key Support for County Compliance
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Eryn Hurley
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Key Takeaways
As counties continue to implement projects under the American Rescue Plan Act’s (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program, accurate and timely reporting remains critical. To support counties in preparing their 2025 Annual or Q1 Project and Expenditure (P&E) Reports – due April 30, 2025 – the U.S. Department of the Treasury is offering a workshop series for all SLFRF recipients.
These webinars will equip county staff with tools, updates and guidance to successfully complete upcoming reporting requirements. Topics will include:
- P&E Report Content
- Common Reporting Errors
- Noncompliance Issues
- Debt Management
Webinar Dates and Registration:
- Session 1: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Register Here - Session 2: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Register Here - Session 3 (2025 Annual Report Focus): Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Register Here - Session 3: (Q1 202 Report Focus): Tuesday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Register Here - Session 4: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Register Here - Session 5: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Register Here
Who Should Attend?
County staff responsible for administering SLFRF funds – especially those involved in finance, policy, grants, housing, capital improvements and emergency management – are highly encouraged to join. The sessions will be particularly helpful for staff new to SLFRF reporting or those with expanded roles.
Portal Access Reminders:
Before attending the webinar, please ensure you have access to the Treasury Portal:
- New users are encouraged to register via Login.gov for a streamlined experience.
- Existing users who previously accessed the portal through ID.me may continue using that method.
- Users may log in via both Login.gov and ID.me, provided they use the same email address for both accounts.
These webinars represent a valuable opportunity to clarify reporting requirements, reduce administrative burden and help counties maintain compliance.
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