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Big Day for NLC and Municipal Governments: Final Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Grants Guidance Released

NLC (National League of Cities)

Last week, the White House announced the final Office of Management and Budget (OMB) UniformGrants Guidance. This guidance is designed to create a streamlined set of rules and regulations forfederal grants that ensure that Congress, agencies, and applicants have standard language andprocesses for grant awards and administration.

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Can compromise be reached in two state budget debates?

GCN

Taxes and affordable housing are holding up budgets in Virginia and New York. Instead of threats, the governors in each state appear to be trying to find common ground—for now.

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Beware the IoT data deluge: action for better social care and housing

Open Access Government - Technology News

How can we use IoT data to improve social care and housing to protect the elderly and vulnerable people? In fact, research from UNISON revealed that local authorities responsible for delivering social care and housing are facing a massive ÂŁ2.1bn shortfall, which is expected to lead to huge service and staff cuts.

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Chromeos flex: Addressing profile 2 tech challenges on a budget

Open Access Government - Technology News

With Windows 10 going end-of-life in 2025, how can departments future-proof their tech and succeed with new initiatives while adhering to their budget constraints? million households in the UK without internet access, according to the House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee. International.

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Congress finally approves spending budget, nearly six months late

GCN

The vote in the House and Senate averts a shutdown and brings funding certainty. But several programs significant to state and local governments saw cuts.

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Opinion: Workforce housing essential for CT economic growth

The Whistle Post

It’s the elephant in the room, and it’s why there is now an unmistakable link between affordable housing and Connecticut’s ability to build a competitive labor force. Access to housing is a basic staple to living; it’s about families, vibrant neighborhoods and thriving businesses. I commend Gov.

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Federal Update: Government Shutdown Averted  

NLC (National League of Cities)

Federal government shutdowns occur when budget and appropriations disagreements between House, Senate, and White House leaders reach an impasse […] Source Over the weekend, Congress unexpectedly changed course and approved a Continuing Resolution that will temporarily keep the government open for 45 more days.