HomeMy WebLinkAbout083023 County Countdown – August 29_ 2023ARPA flexibility, FAA reauthorization and more
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
AUGUST 29, 2023
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Every other week, NACo’s County Countdown reviews top federal policy advocacy items with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership.
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and explore NACo resources below on some of the top issues we're covering this week.
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American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=psYIyz3Kanyjaws48ru3Ns6rPqrZf1zTzto60Z1rVU-hoP_w6w4oCSYJ_gRhv_8bl7Cwjw2wcUEf_HVgyenHDA~~&t=rwi360lcUqM
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The U.S. Treasury Department has released a rule <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=PZWsNbqecuKblM51bUvzizny0BaLmKdtowj70ognKWbAsFjXMyPNRLkhxnbFyb6jSY8NMz64pUnpDIGplxFEY
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* New Opportunities: This flexibility offers expanded options for counties.
* Action Plan: Counties are encouraged to strategize about how to align resources with local needs.
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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=RwVz9xxwPzJCOqChnbad4-jU3O0uLcxNs2HVdl-ix2IYIrIZE0omR-fgxFyixvU7k_h8l7LqUy6eHDpdZxjgnA~~&t=rwi36
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Congress is working on the reauthorization <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=oH7l6WXLXT3IDw1oBg7Gt82RibkZsFZ5c6uk5pUt0tiWYfP9fXH4faiyPxhp6LNZupGIYiWyeJrx5udTE-URxQ~~&t=
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* Significance: Counties manage a third of all public airports and invest over $5 billion per year in air transport.
* Call to Congress: NACo is underscoring the necessity for a lasting FAA reauthorization, emphasizing both airport safety and operational efficiency.
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National Poll Worker Recruitment Day <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=CJ54vZL-5D-TaCaawsvs0hzKv0AKKyUU0HPRLrlPII8qXw_0BOjNwVySQrSUsqv7LXoYBPtF2dR8_xzRoqdaDg~~&t=rwi360
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National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, held August 23, highlighted the essential role <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=CYGdMjLcB5gI2vUjgAIvqDUVEMWuh_fBkgv5g7CH5elqkpiBe
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* Why it Matters: Consistent federal funding is imperative for counties to successfully meet election criteria and address safety concerns.
* Recommendations: NACo advocates for the Election Worker Protection Act <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=RTr8iSfQoXuy-ejVwSf11ilzQXsmtCMhlJ73tXX7huLCnpJvWSJmTWzzld1B8
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Web Accessibility <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=A8pdUm6DeJIVnqF7oHB_bwRuBYgSj3UTTwQz10scnsF6ETYYk1uX4sG_i16v7TuxWdY0vFldGBjzghsZueBDEg~~&t=rwi360lcUqMkHUvd-nfB3g~~>
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The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed a rule <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=mZv3evbjwk9UDHe6fSI2IYpf3zfp-mXqURA54hUy8S0b0qeTuVfubzEEqkZl4Mf03RVbrmBv8ewn4hSfL_U
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* Timeline: Larger counties (population >50,000) have two years to comply, while smaller counties are granted three years.
* Next Steps: Counties should assess web platforms and kickstart any necessary enhancements.
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Heavy Trucks <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=3Ds8_7FV9T8gDTa9zNXx19XucQEBdKUC70-yW8ITNIRiXFu2el1pQL0VF9HRVmDWvMqycPcYeH9BYZbf2OquSA~~&t=rwi360lcUqMkHUvd-nfB3g~~>
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NACo and our partners penned a letter <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=RCjUeNRwWntTGT4omO1Aq8iORSrMZrN5BDMYSM1CoErk55i8BPBX9J0HYWQ7HXoa8QTshS55dE1G27oHb_3okg~~&t=rwi36
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* Unfunded Mandate: The absence of corresponding funding places unwarranted strains on counties.
* Advocacy: Counties are advised to voice concerns and explore avenues for possible funding to counterbalance infrastructure ramifications.
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Federal Land Ownership <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=N48YXdWNaxhEYViDowniVhaNki9L-eSaRdhBDi8hSs_Bpb9hULmwVvl3FNm6vto6dLb88ihlP0diT6s10H3Q_g~~&t=rwi360lcUqMkHUvd-nfB
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Mariposa County, Calif. Supervisor Miles Menetrey provided insights on behalf of NACo on wildfire management during a field hearing <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=lR
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* Challenges: Central to the discourse were the obstacles arising from federal land ownership, which necessitate collaborative interventions.
* Collaboration: Wildfire management and the safety of our communities depends on collaborative discussions and unified efforts among the levels of government.
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