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FAA reauthorization bill, Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program and more
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MAY 7, 2024
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FAA Reauthorization Bill <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=2tDy-0WLpHbn8bdHK2evA4BmBvhqUk6oMtOthabqBUFe4MRHVOQUV0OPVj1A5l2smiwMRXRdmTR2n97vh7rlOw~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-
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Congressional lawmakers have unveiled a bipartisan, five-year Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=EQeB_7-pE4Hy6
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* What’s included: The legislation <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=7BUIM1LGJKvVMMheEcK4pn4_Y3KBj8gaPqkX1ntpzaWHZ1rlLGeJ0a6vhzvUU1m67L4pa4faXvXWeJ3D8HBmnQ~~&t=pdV07D2P
lmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> seeks to enhance funding for airport improvement programs and streamline project delivery.
* Counties matter: Counties support 34 percent of the nation's public airports and invest over $5 billion annually in air transportation.
* Learn more: NACo examined Bipartisan Infrastructure Law investments in county infrastructure <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=jTTpA8T2mkVegS8EvFJ8F4ymvBmX80lSGKlcWGm
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2024 Farm Bill Proposals <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=_BH1cxNi_tUCqEYWRYpxKC2mxh9ZbOKFt9Mp53gmw4f0VJXit7-VuSBZbqjfDZVLXkw4-b7WV2wf8qgXujODdw~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-
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The House and Senate Agriculture Committees released proposals for the 2024 Farm Bill <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=8dd9XQ3buHQlX8Je9qhwOksusco9ZncvxfQk8WJ4LNqAnQQZ
tTzR0_6nmD0uhDjKHRbr482mArl1kdeORqu83w~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> , including important provisions for counties.
* Key priorities for counties: The proposals include vital support for SNAP, rural development programs, public land management authorities, and investments in programs for new and beginning
farmers and ranchers.
* Next steps: NACo urges Congress to continue moving the Farm Bill swiftly through the legislative process. Check out NACo’s Farm Bill primer <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyC
OA~~&pe=8h8UYylfGST_kaML2ZjBYqijpvBJj_VuhfvxGKPqtyVYxdqJ35SYYmvGtVkN6wb6UMDE40v1Wlg-HsXGACKzkQ~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> for more.
* The current Farm Bill expires September 30.
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Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=Nyxy1jjVWHUmAU1FSZ5draOsg81WsiTF_Lu4LJrbm6KvJb3XveDuTmU4AlgTJgMd6DKnmEdJgi73Shuo0iIolw~~&
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The U.S. Department of Transportation announced $1.2 billion <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=Ach4Tw-WhGJV1G7_PvfldNQ193irqOc-Uvc1YcKaAHgLwsoJzl4doyaFTKCmanynJAebJGO5C
XqaGzxd7GXcqg~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> for transportation safety planning and construction projects.
* County eligibility: Counties are eligible to apply directly <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=REfaKzV0wZQexpJtWqKJWxkuIveJMVyLZQX1zmBXlc7BdQOFPwkKN8_1dI9Q96h5yCqpx6fw
DWNZx5UVs5Jrhg~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> for funds, with an 80 percent federal cost share.
* County impact: Given counties' oversight of 45 percent of roads and 38 percent of bridges in America, safety remains paramount.
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Local Government Energy Program <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=CLDghiroWxjpqoCBfwrcpD8SUp9AgNETYNWtC7LWHVACrgyz1oBpPob88j63x7KGpQYOeXkm8piWx8itoeRDOA~~&t=pdV07D2Plmx
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The U.S. Department of Energy has allocated $18 million <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=E_pZ6joL_Ym2O6He9eyQR3xFx7PcU70SuFBhyYOZq1_C1o5XH5pGogR_d6N2V40Dw5xhFiKq5YPU3J
TZqq04xA~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> for the Local Government Energy Program.
* Highlights for counties: The Local Government Energy Program <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=TrdZ1a0Pl2vqTlYtWo7a0AP74NZv-dXwGObh-e4Xq491hALAiYJd0JB3VfHl4ZYtHMC09gL
sRjn0nygWg5DFqA~~&t=pdV07D2PlmxGvKseS-j4ig~~> supports renewable energy projects in disadvantaged communities and small- to medium-sized counties.
* County eligibility: Eligible projects span building energy efficiency and clean transportation.
* How to apply: Applications are open now through May 31. Learn more here <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=_1dP51Z26058rfH_syiE4hIvIPe-IUIQGhq3mVvaYgB5TJK4ObedrwfJK-PS
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EXPLORE Act and Natural Resources Legislation <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=oPR3qtMqrbHEJU_IN4T6XbJ_LbjGaqw5Rnqx9J9nIF-e9HtZOstMsFFYMrFgMHie-7i6CVHq5XMN5Ox6tGcHdg~~
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The House passed the bipartisan EXPLORE Act, aiming to enrich outdoor recreation opportunities on public lands.
* Bill impact: The bill supports <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=3sao-pf9SrESHVS7yFiWamDtVto4aosQ5ZCOeBAe0rD7YszI3e9aPDFMh4uZk7uY1JJX-9ilCU1gX7Lty8x7qg~~&t=pdV07D2Plm
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veterans.
* Also of note: The House also passed <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=UxbtFsEwwqNpQThWtanok2zde9i8n3NMQzB_Z8m1V3cYOpt1sqWy7z9jWNuNaxy6B3iQtb4MukCjSxwxQpcFfQ~~&t=pdV07
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Second Chance Reauthorization Act <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=UpSgH8a30w6nd4Vf_aklsQjBW_ijzu4IuAwMiBA8L2q-91SIFUZtzw6k-cOTEkoFP00Hr_YSDeciOj1EjlRJ1Q~~&t=pdV07D2Pl
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The House introduced the Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2024 <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=OqUaPiUmhtWpx3LZr8WIbR9q_YIy6mqUUhvN-J5F_oByCux7u4xlhR01oRAC_TuC3h0
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* Extending funding: The legislation <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=CLi5C_ja49GVIbEEe_DbhjI_8D3L_NYwIU1RsHPz4GkLiDeT_WR8r1-2K7hUchcAqgJpzZYxxxcwgq1iRcojuw~~&t=pdV07D
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* Supporting county priorities: These programs support counties by improving reentry services, reducing recidivism, and strengthening public safety.
* Learn more: See NACo’s Second Chance Act advocacy <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=1c6W_ib9omuPRdTHWwPLbjGiQgMltV_2kRP6k7s1a0FzDE0nrdrOVDKUNSuuV8yMcN9FDRLLHJT_DR35cS
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