Federal and County Relations
Local Governments Vie for New Round of Congressional Earmarks
The revival of what critics deride as "pork" yielded $2.7 billion for localities this year. Now they're looking to secure even more of the federal cash. “We've had dozens of communities across our district submit requests,” says one House lawmaker.
Federal Agencies Pledge to Provide Funding More Equitably to Disadvantaged Communities
The departments said they will do more to address systemic racism in their programs and procedures and work more closely on these efforts with localities.
‘There’s a Large Amount of Fraud Out There,’ Says Special IG for Pandemic Recovery
The role is “not a political job in any way, shape or form” and “if we go out of business, then I think you're missing a key element of … oversight,” Brian Miller says.
New Senate Bill Aims to Improve Federal Coordination With States and Localities
The measure has bipartisan support, but similar efforts in recent years have fizzled. Will this push be different?
How Your Government Agency Can Recoup Millions of Dollars
COMMENTARY | Recovering indirect costs from grants and contracts can help refill the general fund, which is under pressure due to rising costs and ongoing needs related to the pandemic.
One Year Into ARPA Rollout, Spending Varies as Scrutiny Mounts
Billions in state and local aid from the American Rescue Plan Act have gone to combat the pandemic, but also to build monuments and fix state buildings. Republicans are increasingly questioning the need for all the funding and how it is being spent.
Biden Tries to Hit Reset on Domestic Agenda in State of the Union
The president renewed his case for child care and other social programs as a way to cut costs for families facing inflation. But political obstacles remain and Russia's attack on Ukraine presents a growing crisis abroad.
White House Moves to Identify 'Disadvantaged' Communities in Line for Federal Funding Boost
The administration wants to steer more money to areas most in need and has released a draft of places that should get more help.
Massive Budget Bill Would Open Even More State and Local Funding
In a year that's already seen a major infrastructure package signed into law and billions in pandemic aid, domestic spending legislation the U.S. House approved last week promises to direct additional federal cash towards state and local priorities.
One County Will Give $76 Million in ‘Hero Pay’ to Public Employees for Covid Response
Most full-time workers in California’s Santa Clara County will receive $2,500 bonuses, all paid for with the county's federal Covid-19 relief allotment.
State and Local Push on Infrastructure Finally Pays Off
Congress’ approval of a roughly $1 trillion public works package marks a milestone for cities, states and counties that have pressed for years to get federal infrastructure spending boosted.
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