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National League of Cities
The National League of Cities (NLC) represents the interests of cities and towns in Washington, D.C., by advocating for the positions established by local elected officials in the National Municipal Policy. On Federal issues that impact municipalities, the League works in concert with the NLC.
Link to visit the NLC website
Legislative activities include:
- Communicating with Congress and the administration about policies.
- Testifying at Congressional hearing to inform legislators about the impact of specific bills on cities and towns.
- Informing local officials about pending action in Washington with implications for cities and towns.
- Organizing grassroots lobbying activities to ensure that the local voice is heard in Washington.
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Department of Homeland Security Funding Shut Down
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security expired on February 13, leading to a partial government shutdown. Read on... -
League Signs on to NLC Surface Transportation Letter
The League recently signed on to a letter with other state municipal leagues and local government organizations advocating positions beneficial to local governments in the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization legislation. League Signs on to NLC Surface Transportation Lett -
House Passes Housing for the 21st Century Act
This week, the House of Representatives passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act by a vote of 390-9. It awaits consideration in the U.S. Senate. House Passes Housing for the 21st Century Act -
Short Partial Federal Government Shutdown Ends
On Tuesday, the House passed all but the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations bills through the end of the federal fiscal year on September 30. Funding for the Department of Homeland Security expires next Friday, February 13. Short Partial Federal Government Shutdown Ends -
Federal Budget Deadline Approaching
The federal budget expires on January 31. The House passed Appropriations bills for the Departments of Defense, Education, Transportation, Health and Human Services, and Homeland Security. The Senate has yet to act. Federal Budget Deadline Approaching
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