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American Rescue Plan flexibility, Infrastructure Week and more
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
MAY 20, 2024
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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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American Rescue Plan Flexibility <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=C1xqGQC5BN9CnQcIwtCxJm9kwyLd0I0fEyiU9iRgWug9cdtD0QfvojClOEPFR514OKSPev2kh7soYLInKM6C-g~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6
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Last week, the U.S. Senate rejected a resolution that would have rolled back flexibilities <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=GtnrKicF44W7USa45EvM1EIZs4M6l3f6i_P9qsVtk76
0MMiyTlOdNpJOUpUy3DmAOCo_EXRs-c-Zqc_j6KOnzA~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> critical to local governments under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund.
* NACo’s stance: Ahead of the Senate vote, alongside the National League of Cities and the Government Finance Officers Association, NACo expressed strong opposition <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm
?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=gV_AueeDjRN6EYraZ7Oh-IeBMY_nxdwa4bHrWTpwP3b-h1OsmkCOs_J1p-6DTL11nWfC4FttOK-2fkC6caJ6Jw~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> to this resolution, emphasizing the
need to maintain robust intergovernmental cooperation.
* Next steps: With the resolution, flexibilities for the ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund remain in place. Follow the latest on NACo's ARPA hub <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAx
AVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=CtFBRnIwygAAKJwGv8Y_vORcAMKyHxwZlOMhapdAbpLQjNSHUxm2e0sD86M3eO2iBJqWH5kJPtj-TUKlLKhzoQ~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> .
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Infrastructure Week <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=U37Ryy2apfoll07t_5PAKn295CR0AqAzej1igw02z4gqgvrACcY3f51b5T1ipkcSV8YjaL_3vH0Jp1UyIIFVlg~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~
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Last week during Infrastructure Week, NACo Transportation Chair Eileen Higgins highlighted local successes and challenges <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=6O8hYiOtcpe3
F3nFD4GocMnfdYq7Algrm8Mnh9VEcZ-TbDGZollvbrJDB8-zTaAV1zPi2ouLzSzjejGizx2wfg~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> and amplified the ongoing infrastructure needs of counties nationwide.
* Counties lead: Counties play a pivotal role <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=vJFlUlzPYeKHpJBX01FxYXnMv-ZI3cuFfAE1y_73Y5Y3dr0JUZLPBoPI4DkVG3xMZYxGqOAo_pI3estlWGQI-g~~
&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> in transportation, managing significant portions of America’s roads, bridges and public transit systems.
* Future funding: With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=pYcrM_JMt4FAt3VEjtExxhUum2ejCHSOTFHvCcx3aAYmrb-dRSyimExjBiN1wAghJr9wPx3UqxgLw
sRqXjRKiQ~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> (BIL) ending in two years, Commissioner Higgins underscored the need for strengthening federal partnerships to maintain and enhance county infrastructure.
* Stay up-to-date: Explore NACo’s BIL implementation guide <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=_jAkjNNDeml1pKrHGN7sNzJzhfhgEyeEEetaCZw5RyCB74mFsLIClDQzRPiFi9q5Ia342SrIbyx
wG6Wqjb9Xyw~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> for the latest analysis and open notices of funding.
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FAA Reauthorization <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=QVfeOFe95QzMVW39C-v_acmAzX3cGdT0-a1ZQJQklYgprL--VHyc2mtVwwNc74dQsLFncz_wbcTR5DppVAWnhQ~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~
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The recent bipartisan reauthorization <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=yZi48ruFVlGpMDglOuxP6vHvQIo4pGpfMrNxuFGNgocCduuqt051WVBzUh8QszBhUAAGVPhA668ixZ_gopl6RA~~&t=7PE11
p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> of the Federal Aviation Administration delivers several wins for counties, ensuring continued support for airport development and safety enhancements.
* Legislative success: The new FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=K-6mrrAMtbegK9X1JUrEaIt4bKZqyKdNv_OelswNdPl3mvo0X4B0VVTjIaeCk0FPS9vcVnF
5x0uS-lPD3eSMnw~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> provides $105.5 billion over five years, addressing key county concerns such as funding increases and streamlined project approvals.
* County impact: This reauthorization <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=Q5S2BR2msoT6qErgTNXzmSIJbMM9PefsoztRoju-KRnP0mgDuVBma9A9e7J9sW5zXtt8ZnQ-PnC9krq9UYaTdg~~&t=7PE11
p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> is crucial for counties involved in airport operations, affecting local economies and connecting communities across the country.
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Affordable Connectivity Program <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=t5s1fQPApfBHNA7eyDP_4OR7ADL5KAfu1fQjqYIQ9DKKrbIHxIQebKH4wS544VwsHwB48kBmpP7g3XRxq8TGiw~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6W
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With the Affordable Connectivity Program set to face funding shortages, new legislative efforts <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=pcJe0w1vgKGTpgvOT7Xx6f1aGzl7qZUUBasfIL
JrNyXDVuATuSDUXRZC13kZ00gMIyUdIfBYQQ5DySq9_FNIqQ~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> aim to secure its future.
* Legislative proposal: U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján’s new bill seeks to extend program funding <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=Wxk1tTBHF8GXGXB1oUN0xDMCaiu5_BVJAE3Znnal
Z2fyi9Aw-RlWXlOmEsOIOJmu7fEJIrkFAT5yv19P6Q6TUg~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> and align it more closely with existing frameworks like the FCC’s Lifeline program.
* NACo’s support: NACo advocates for a sustainable funding solution that continues to address the connectivity needs of residents.
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Farm Bill Reauthorization <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=dHxGeeGDTLiTgfWxGFEqmY6ayC3gYNeZxm1GPDM7mjeY68UpGrMmVKWf5bZkKK1oWOHc9U-a_Xs1fFPRisJujw~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1
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As congressional committees work on the 2024 Farm Bill <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=XgpiX2RTj76sGWlu3JhdNSWzw4dfK5mt8EnLmrI0_ddM6T6LA2T4YSMOcByAvvuPpjMzHebzP7jZjQ3
Z1JDWYA~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> , NACo’s advocacy helped to secure several provisions beneficial to counties in both frameworks from the Senate and House Agriculture Committees.
* Key inclusions: Enhanced rural development funding and extended authorization for Secure Rural Schools are among the wins for counties <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&
pe=DNCbQN2YiEM7fJoCHh8EmjmVj-DhUwo7K2aGBtaHsHSlaBgcxTt8RoTvYYNjay_90Z277W52bBi69hFmY0ujOw~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> .
* Ongoing negotiations: Differing views on nutrition and climate initiatives present challenges in reaching a final agreement.
* Farm Bill primer for counties: Explore NACo’s full overview of the 2024 Farm Bill reauthorization here <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=AoAdV0mbLXQx13dDSQs5XSmJhY3Xf
5Bq8nJ7Z551H2w5-16zMv1MAE_JeKNlYMrvAsXYDdr-ls_Z_53kJlU6OA~~&t=7PE11p-Hm6WgNLyV1e82ZQ~~> .
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