NLC Announces 2013 Federal Legislative Priorities
Under the leadership of NLC President Marie Lopez Rogers, mayor, Avondale, AZ, and NLC Executive Director Clarence Anthony, the organization finalized its 2013 priorities earlier this month.
Influence Federal Policy
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Municipal Bond Tax Exemption Still Vulnerable; Action Needed
The leadership of NLC, NACo, and USCM met in Washington, D.C. and pledged that their organizations will work together to convince Congress and the Administration not to limit the tax exemption for municipal bonds in any tax reform or deficit reduction efforts this year.
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NLC President Pushes for Comprehensive Reform of Broken Immigration System
NLC President Marie Lopez Rogers attended the President's immigration speech in Las Vegas, releasing a statement in response that supports a comprehensive immigration system.
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Complying with the Affordable Care Act: A Guide for Cities and Towns
In coming years, cities and towns, like all employers, will be responsible for ACA implementation. NLC has gathered resources to help local governments better understand how to comply with the law and communicate with constituents about what to expect as the law goes into effect.
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Sen. Feinstein Introduces Bill to Ban Assault Weapons Sale
Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) announced at a public event in the Capitol that she was introducing a bill to ban the sale and manufacture of assault weapons, as well as magazines holding more than 10 rounds of ammunition.
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Comprehensive Immigration Reform Poised to Become Top Issue in Congress, White House
While the true prospects for comprehensive immigration reform remain murky, the desire for Congressional action that will end the national divisiveness is palpable. The results of the 2012 election and the impact of the Hispanic vote have helped spur a new push for reform and the return of a bipartisan effort to make the issue a priority for Congress and the White House.
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