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Counties Bring Emergency Management Priorities to Capitol Hill

Congress will take another look at federal disaster policy this week as counties continue pushing for changes to how the federal government prepares for and responds to disasters. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will hold a hearing on July 15 to examine federal disaster assistance and potential reforms to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The committee will consider the FEMA Act (H.R. 4669) alongside recommendations from the President's FEMA Review Council, which, in May,…

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July 14, 2026
Read more about the article NACo Urges Changes to Proposed Federal Grant Rules Ahead of Today’s Deadline
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NACo Urges Changes to Proposed Federal Grant Rules Ahead of Today’s Deadline

The National Association of Counties (NACo) has submitted formal comments urging substantive changes to a proposed overhaul of federal grant rules, arguing that several provisions would create considerable new challenges for county governments administering federal funds. Earlier this summer, Conduit Street highlighted a sweeping proposal from the US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to significantly rewrite federal grant regulations governing roughly $1.1 trillion in annual federal financial assistance. As counties across Maryland finalize comments…

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July 13, 2026
Read more about the article Counties Face July 13 Deadline to Weigh In on Sweeping Federal Grant Rule Changes
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Counties Face July 13 Deadline to Weigh In on Sweeping Federal Grant Rule Changes

Maryland counties have until July 13 to comment on a sweeping federal proposal that would rewrite the rules governing billions of dollars in federal grant funding. The US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed the most significant changes to the Uniform Guidance since its adoption in 2013. The Uniform Guidance, codified in 2 CFR Part 200, establishes federal requirements for grants and cooperative agreements that support county programs, including public safety and emergency…

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June 25, 2026
Read more about the article Feds Propose Changes to Grant Rules Affecting Counties
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Feds Propose Changes to Grant Rules Affecting Counties

The rules governing how counties administer federal grants may be headed for a major update.  The US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released a proposed rule that would significantly revise the federal government's Uniform Guidance regulations governing grants and cooperative agreements. According to a NACo article, the proposal represents the most substantial overhaul of federal grant rules since the Uniform Guidance was first established in 2013. The Uniform Guidance establishes the administrative requirements,…

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June 9, 2026
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US House Advances FirstNet Reauthorization for Public Safety Network

The US House of Representatives passed H.R. 7386, the First Responder Network Reauthorization Act of 2026, on April 20 by voice vote with no opposition. The bill previously advanced out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee in March on a unanimous, bipartisan vote and now heads to the US Senate. The legislation reauthorizes the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet), the nationwide public safety broadband network dedicated to first responders. Why it matters FirstNet was…

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April 29, 2026
Read more about the article NACo Brings Counties to Washington To Push for Federal Disaster Reform
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NACo Brings Counties to Washington To Push for Federal Disaster Reform

County leaders are in Washington this week pushing for changes to federal disaster policy as storms, flooding, and extreme weather keep hitting local governments first and hardest. The National Association of Counties (NACo) brought county officials together for a leadership fly-in on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, through Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The group serves on NACo’s Intergovernmental Disaster Reform Task Force, which focuses on fixing how federal, State, and local governments prepare for and respond…

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April 28, 2026
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Federal Election Actions Draw Attention, But Maryland Law Remains Clear

Maryland election officials are drawing a clear line as federal proposals and directives test the boundaries of election authority. Recent federal developments tied to voter verification and mail ballots have raised new questions about election administration and what those changes could mean for Maryland. Proposals tied to the SAVE Act, a pending Supreme Court case on mail ballot deadlines, and a recent executive order have all drawn attention. For Maryland, however, the framework for administering…

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April 8, 2026
Read more about the article Celebrating Maryland’s 2025 NACo Leadership Academy Graduates – Join the Next Cohort!
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Celebrating Maryland’s 2025 NACo Leadership Academy Graduates – Join the Next Cohort!

MACo is pleased to congratulate the National Association of Counties (NACo) Leadership Development Academy 2025 cohort of Maryland graduates.   They join over 15,000 graduates and current participants from across the country benefitting from the 10-week online program enabling existing and emerging county leaders to achieve their highest potential. Congratulations, again, to the following Maryland graduates: Agnes Adjei, Engineer II, Charles County  Aminah Bushrod, Deputy Director of Technical Services, Prince George's County  Amy Crooks, Community Health Nurse…

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March 5, 2026
Read more about the article NACo EDGE Webinar: Cyber Resilience in County Finance
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NACo EDGE Webinar: Cyber Resilience in County Finance

On Friday, March 6, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST, NACo EDGE will host a timely webinar focused on strengthening cyber resilience in county finance operations. County finance offices sit at the center of local government operations, managing payroll, vendor payments, tax revenues, and sensitive financial data. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, public sector finance teams are increasingly being targeted. The webinar titled, "Cyber Resilience in County Finance: Protecting What Matters Most," will address these…

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February 26, 2026
Read more about the article Have You Heard About NACo’s Cohorts and Initiatives? Join One Today!
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Have You Heard About NACo’s Cohorts and Initiatives? Join One Today!

NACo partners with thought leaders, industry partners, and philanthropic organizations to identify and elevate best practices in key areas of county responsibility. NACo programming enhances public understanding of county government and supports the learning and development of America’s county leaders. Program activities may include: Original research on and for counties Topical resource hubs that elevate best and innovative county practices In-person peer exchange events in exemplar counties National networks of county leaders who share similar…

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February 12, 2026
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