Job report shows dramatic job losses in local and state governments as Senate debates the need for a fourth stimulus package.

Federal assistance needed urgently to address dramatic decline in state and local revenues

Updated federal guidance on the CARES Act, disinfecting public spaces, and supply chain issues

Senate bill passes $484 billion package without direct aid for local and state governments.

Priorities include direct aid for local governments under 500,000; emergency paid leave tax credits; and a waiver for federal cost shares for FEMA grants

New guidance describes eligible expenses and process to apply

Helping residents understand stay-at-home restrictions is a priority for local governments

Local governments gain access to additional disaster relief and a wide range of stimulus grant funding and loan programs.

ICMA, financial, and local government associations stress the importance of tax-exempt bonds and other tools to meet infrastructure needs.