August 6, 2010
Senate Votes to Save Jobs
On August 5th, the Senate voted to approve legislation, H.R. 1586, aimed at preventing
the loss of tens of thousands of public sector jobs. [Read More]
ACTION ALERT - Contact Your Member of Congress
June 29, 2010
Support Dedicated Funding of Land and Water Conservation Fund
The House Natural Resources and the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committees may soon consider oil and gas reform legislation, and as part of that are considering provisions for full and dedicated funding of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). As part of that legislation there are also discussions related to providing full and dedicated funding for the LWCF. It appears, however, that the provision may not specify equal funding for the State Assistance program, leaving annual funding subject to the discretion of the Administration in office at that time. We believe funding for the State Assistance program should be guaranteed to equal that of the Federal program and not subjective to the annual appropriations process or the discretion of the Administration. For a sample letter of support, click here.
April 27, 2010
Agencies Announce New Programs to Fund Sustainability Initiatives
Federal agencies have announced a number of new programs to provide funding and other resources to local governments for sustainable community initiatives.
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March 29, 2010
House and Senate Tackle Jobs Bills
Both the House and Senate have decided to take a piecemeal approach to job creation initiatives.
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February 1, 2010
President Proposes Budget
New programs, plus some cuts.
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January 28, 2010
$48 Billion Available for Broadband
Applications being accepted between February 16 and March 16, 2010.
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ACTION ALERT - Sign the Petition
on the Jobs/Stimulus Bill
Leaders in the Congress and the Obama Administration are drafting a multi-hundred billion dollar “jobs/stimulus bill”. Learn how you can advocate to Congress to ensure that direct aid to local governments is included.
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November 3, 2009
FEMA Taking Applications for Adequate Fire and Emergency Services Grants
This competitive grant program is designed to provide cost-share support for local fire fighting, emergency rescue, and emergency medical services.
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October 19, 2009
Department of Energy Accepting Applications for up to $454 Million in Grants
The goal of grant program is to stimulate activities that move beyond traditional public awareness campaigns, program maintenance, demonstration projects, and other "one-time" strategies and projects. DOE seeks to stimulate activities and investments which can fundamentally and permanently transform energy markets in a way that make energy efficiency and renewable energy the options of first choice; and sustain themselves beyond the grant monies and the grant period by designing a viable strategy for program sustainability into the overall program plan.
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June 26, 2009
Department of Labor Releases Solicitations for Green Job Grants
On Wednesday, June 24, the Department of Labor (DOL) released solicitations for five new competitive grant opportunities to fund green job training initiatives and has allocated a total of $500 million to fund them.
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June 23, 2009
Transportation Bill Introduced
On Monday, June 22, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman James Oberstar (D‐MN) released a draft surface transportation reauthorization bill. The measure would provide between $450 billion ‐ $500 billion for highway, transit, and highway and motor carrier safety programs over six years.
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May 29, 2009
Fire Station Construction Grant Applications Being Accepted
On Friday, May 29, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released a competitive grant solicitation for fire station construction grants. .
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May 27, 2009
Stimulus Alert: Guidelines Published on Transportation, Green Jobs, Solar Energy
Agencies are continuing to release guidelines and set deadlines for stimulus funding.
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May 27, 2009
Special Report on Energy & Efficiency Conservation Block Grants
DOE officials provide additional guidance
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April 15, 2009
Firefighter Assistance Grants
DHS/FEMA is now accepting applications for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
[Read More]
February 27, 2009
TFG Launches Stimulus Update Page
The Ferguson Group launched a stimulus update web page portal on its website to provide clients with important updates on the American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Visit our Stimulus Update page regularly for the latest news and announcements.
February 17, 2009
President Signs Stimulus Plan
On Tuesday, February 17th, President Barack Obama signed into law H.R. 1, the American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This $787.2 billion measure is the largest single infusion of spending
($575.3 billion) and tax cuts ($211.9 billion) into the economy in American history. In an effort to stimulate economic growth and create jobs, the measure contains funding for more than 75 federal programs, many of which will benefit local governments. Certain programs will provide funding directly to local governments through already established formulas or procedures, whereas with other programs, the federal agencies will host a grant competition for stimulus dollars. To help navigate this process, The Ferguson Group (TFG) has put together a comprehensive analysis of this bill that provides details on the majority of programs funded by this legislation and tips on how to access those funds. Visit our Stimulus Update page regularly for important stimulus news.
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February 10, 2009
Senate Passes Stimulus Plan
Just before 1:00 pm today, the Senate passed H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, by a 61 to 37 vote. The House and Senate must reconcile their two versions of the bill. Negotiations on a final agreement are scheduled to begin immediately. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi warned that Congress will not leave for the Presidents Day recess (scheduled to begin at the end of this week) until a final stimulus measure is cleared for President Obama’s signature.
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January 19, 2009
Economic Stimulus -Initial Analysis of House Leadership Proposal
The House Leadership released an $825 billion economic stimulus plan, which combines $550 billion in spending and $275 billion in targeted tax cuts. The Ferguson Group participated in a stakeholders meeting sponsored by the Office of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to discuss the economic recovery package. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer’s (D-MD) office, and staff from the House Appropriations Committee and House Ways and Means Committee, also participated.
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December 1, 2008
Major Economic Stimulus Package in the Works
It is widely believed that funding will be appropriated for public‐works projects to repair the nation's crumbling infrastructure, as well as a fresh infusion of cash to promote green technology and alternative‐energy sources. House and Senate leaders want to push a stimulus package through Congress in January and have it ready for the President's signature when he takes office.
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October 18, 2008
Local Governments Seek Support to Weather Storm
The financial crisis is taking a toll on our already squeezed cities, counties and towns. By now, local governments have looked for cost savings by cutting perennial favorites such as arts and recreation, library funding, or reducing trash pickup. They’ve quickly realized though that these efforts only can go so far and more drastic steps need to be taken. Click on the link below to read the full eAlert.
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