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Flagship nlc Reports

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July 10, 2026

State of the Cities 2026

America’s cities are not just surviving, they are innovating and delivering every day. Mayors remain committed to providing top-quality services…

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May 15, 2026

Municipal Infrastructure Conditions Report 2026

Communities across the country depend on reliable infrastructure to ensure public safety, economic opportunity and quality of life. Over the past several…

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November 21, 2025

City Fiscal Conditions 2025

The National League of Cities’ 40th annual City Fiscal Conditions report offers a comprehensive snapshot of the financial health of…

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Featured resources: Advocating for strong federal-local partnerships

2026 Federal Action Agenda

NLC has a biannual agenda mapped to the Congressional cycle to guide local advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and with the Administration. Learn more about the issues that matter most…

National Municipal Policy

NLC has a biannual agenda mapped to the Congressional cycle to guide local advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and with the Administration. Learn more about the issues that matter most in your community.

Federal Budget Tracker

Updated July 2026 Direct Federal Funding and Other Supports for Cities and Towns  Why It’s Important Annual federal funding for direct grants that aid America’s 19,000 non-partisan cities, towns and…

Supreme Court Order Reshapes Litigation Over Federal Election Executive Order

10 Things for Local Leaders to Know About the “21st Century ROAD to Housing Act”

Your Community’s Voice Matters: How to Submit Comments on OMB’s Proposed Grant Changes

Featured resources: Housing

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Housing Supply Accelerator Playbook
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Ending Homelessness: A Guide for Local Governments

21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

What is the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act?  Following a year of negotiation between the House, Senate, and White House, on July 11, 2026, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act—the first…

Where to Start Now That the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Has Passed

Local Eviction Prevention Policy and Program Tool

Filling the Gap Tool: Unlocking Housing Finance

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Featured resources: AI in Action

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Artificial Intelligence Demystified- AI Toolkit for Municipalities

AI in Action: Empowering Local Governments

NLC has a biannual agenda mapped to the Congressional cycle to guide local advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and with the Administration. Learn more about the issues that matter most in your community.

Fact Sheet Series: Understanding Data Centers

A Primer for Local Governments: Understanding Data Centers Significant increases in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), cloud computing and other digital services is driving greater demand for the physical…

Data Center Local Action Tracker

Local governments across the country are responding to rapid growth in data center development. Cities, towns and counties are adopting zoning standards, negotiating development agreements, reviewing infrastructure impacts, establishing moratoria…
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Turning a Marina Investment Into Lasting Community Value in Corpus Christi
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How Oak Harbor, Wash. is Navigating Comprehensive Plan Updates with Small City Resources
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AI in Action Case Study: Rancho Cordova’s AI and Robotics Ecosystem
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AI in Action Case Study: Reorienting Permitting Around Resident Experience
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Arlington, TX: Using Creative Communications to Explain the Annual Budget
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Cities in Action: Young Harris Financial Literacy Engagement
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From the Event: State of Cities 2026
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Where Things Stand on Water Infrastructure Legislation in Congress

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  1. Carolyn Berndt
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Avoiding the Funding Cliff: Exploring New Infrastructure Funding Sources
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Congress Allows $36B in Transportation Cuts as Reauthorization Efforts Stall

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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CitiesSpeak Podcast: Debating Data Center Development with Kate Stoll, Councilmember Nikki Lee & Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell
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FCC Proposal Could Reshape How Cities Manage Wireline Deployment

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  1. CitiesSpeak Guest
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Don’t Miss the 9/30 Deadline to Give Input on Changes at Your Rail Crossings   

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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Cities Need Broadband Partners That Deliver Value
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Local Leaders Navigate AI Governance, Infrastructure and Community Conversations

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  1. Christopher Jordan
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Public Art vs. Signs: Why Getting It Right Is Harder Than It Looks

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  1. CitiesSpeak Guest
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Data Center Local Action Tracker
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Building Future-Focused Communities Through Strategic Grant Funding
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State of the Cities 2026
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CitiesSpeak Podcast: Closing the Digital Divide with Angelina Panettieri
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The Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative: Celebrating 10 Years of Local Leadership

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  1. Carolyn Berndt
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10 Things for Local Leaders to Know About the “21st Century ROAD to Housing Act”

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  1. Michael Wallace
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How Oak Harbor, Wash. is Navigating Comprehensive Plan Updates with Small City Resources
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AI in Action Case Study: Rancho Cordova’s AI and Robotics Ecosystem
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AI in Action Case Study: Reorienting Permitting Around Resident Experience
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Congress’ Transportation Bill Introduced for America’s 250th Anniversary

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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Three Things to Know Video Series: May 2026
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Infrastructure Week 2026: Takeaways for Local Governments

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  1. Annie Mazzarella
  2. Melissa Williams
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Congress’ Next Transportation Bill BUILDs toward Local Priorities

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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How Milwaukee is Boosting Connectivity for First Responders
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How Infrastructure Gets Funded: Lessons from 2025 Municipal Infrastructure Conditions

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  1. Farhad Kaab Omeyr
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The Policy Compass in Dubuque, Iowa: Building Equity through Smarter, Shared Data
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How NLC’s AI & Emerging Tech Forum Is Advancing Responsible AI in Local Government

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  1. Christopher Jordan
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CitiesSpeak Podcast: Achieving Affordable Clean Monthly Electric Bills in Athens, OH
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Railroads’ Safety Investments Showed Progress
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What Congress Needs to Advance on Transportation for America’s Communities

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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Bridging Infrastructure Needs and Municipal Budgets: A Fiscal Analysis of U.S. City Governments

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  1. Harshita Umesh Tanksali
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What the FY27 Federal Budget Proposal Could Mean for Local Governments

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  1. Michael Wallace
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Almost $1B in Safe Streets Grants Available Now to Keep Fixing Roads and Saving Lives

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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Powering the Digital Age: Propane’s Role in Data Center Resilience and Low-Emission Power
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Understanding EPA’s Reuse Considerations for Data Centers on Brownfield and Superfund Sites

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  1. Christopher Jordan
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What Does “Efficiency” Really Mean for Cities Right Now?
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Local Infrastructure Hub Archive
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NLC’s Federal Update: DHS Shutdown, FEMA Review Council Extension and BRIC Funding

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  1. Yucel Ors
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Direct Funding Works: Five Years of the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Program 
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From the Event: Opportunity Zones: What Cities Need to Know
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Three Things to Know Video Series: February 2026
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How the H.R. 7437 BASICS Act Supports Communities’ Priority Transportation Projects

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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2026 Federal Action Agenda
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Infrastructure Funding: Smart Strategies for Forging Resilience
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If Your City Has a Rail Crossing, Here’s What to Expect on Rail in 2026

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  1. Brittney D. Kohler
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PFAS Settlement Deadlines Updated: How to Secure Your City’s Share of Funding
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Zoning for Solar: Large-Scale Solar

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  1. Kelly Aves
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Three Things to Know Video Series: January 2026
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City Summit 2025: Creating Opportunity in Uncertainty 
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From the Event: Building Better Rail Partnerships: Tips for Collaborating with Railroads