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The U.S. Department of Energy announced a $550M Block Grant Program that would assist local governments and Tribes in reducing energy use and emissions. Local government entities and Tribes may apply now, as application deadlines are extended! Read on. EECBG Program Now Extended for Local Gov

New Grant Opportunity for Urban Forestry Initiatives

Center for Regenerative Solutions (CRS) and Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN), through USDA Forest Service IRA Funding, have new grant opportunities for capacity building and workforce development. Read on. New Grant Opportunity for Urban Forestry

DLGS Releases 2024 Volunteer Firefighter & EMS IRS Guidelines

On Wednesday, July 10, The Division of Local Government Services released Local Finance Notice 2024-11, which directs municipalities and fire districts on current IRS guidelines for volunteer firefighters and EMS. Read on. DLGS Releases 2024 Volunteer Firefighter

EMT Reimbursement Bill Passes Senate

On Monday, March 18, S-2435, which revises the eligibility criteria for reimbursements from the “Emergency Medical Technician Training Fund, passed the Senate. Read on.

Affordable Housing Legislation Update

On Monday, March 11, the affordable housing bills A-4 and S-50 were amended and approved out of Committee. Both bills may be posted for a vote on Monday, March 18. Please contact your senator and Assembly representatives with your comments and concerns. Read on.