Washington, DC—Below is a statement by Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther, President of The U.S. Conference of Mayors, on today’s mass shooting in Madison, Wisconsin. “America’s mayors are reeling from yet another shooting, this one in Madison at the Abundant Life Christian School that has left at least two people dead and six more injured. As
WASHINGTON – On behalf of the nation’s counties, cities, towns and villages, the National Association of Counties (NACo), the National League of Cities (NLC), and the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) issued the following statement regarding the bicameral draft agreement to reauthorize the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), titled A Stronger Workforce for America
Washington, D.C. — Yesterday the Biden Administration sent to Congress a $98.6 billion emergency budget request to help fund the response to recent natural disasters and other emergencies, including Hurricanes Helene and Milton. It includes resources for the Federal Emergency Management Administration’s Disaster Relief Fund, the Small Business Administration’s disaster loan program, HUD’s Community Development Block
Washington, DC – Communities across the U.S. have been devastated by more than 160 disaster declarations since 2023. Today, 415 mayors and councilmembers call on Congress to swiftly pass an emergency disaster relief bill to support communities impacted by these disasters. The initial Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster relief funding allocated by Congress will soon
Washington, D.C.— Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) celebrates the third anniversary of the enactment of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, better known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. USCM was a vocal advocate for the passage of the legislation, which makes historic investments in not only America’s transportation systems, but in clean energy,
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbus (OH) Mayor Andrew Ginther released the following statement after Donald Trump was elected the next president of the United States. “The American people have voted, and I congratulate President-Elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance. As we have said, America’s mayors are ready
Washington, DC—Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther on the overnight shooting at an Orlando Halloween Celebration. “Once again, we wake up to a mass shooting, this one at a large Halloween celebration in downtown Orlando, that has left at least two people dead and six injured. America’s
FBI Reports Highest Single Year Reduction in Homicides in 20 Years Washington, D.C.— Yesterday, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released its annual “Summary of Crime in the Nation” report, revealing a decline in both violent crime and property crime rates in the U.S. during 2023. Notably, murder rates declined by 11.6%, marking the largest
Washington, DC—Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther on last night’s shooting in Birmingham’s Five Points South. “Once again, we wake up to a mass shooting, this one in an entertainment district in Birmingham that has left at least four people dead and 18 injured. America’s mayors
President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Second Vice President of National League of Cities, and Representatives from the Ohio Mayors Alliance meet with Springfield Officials, Pledge Cooperation in Wake of False Claims and Threats of Violence Springfield, Ohio – Representatives of bipartisan national and state associations gathered in Springfield today to meet with Mayor
Addressing America’s Mental Health Crisis a Top Priority for Cities Washington, D.C.— Today, the Biden Administration finalized rules that strengthen mental health parity for health coverage in America. The action seeks to ensure that people with private health insurance can access care for mental health in the same way they do for physical health. America’s
Washington, DC—Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther on today’s shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia: “America’s mayors are horrified that two students and two teachers were killed and nine more people were injured at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia today. We send our condolences to
The legislation provided historic investment in clean energy, jobs and climate Washington, D.C.— Today marks the second anniversary of the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act, a sweeping law that promises historic long-term investments in the fight against climate change and make life more affordable for Americans. Championed by the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM),
USCM Championed Legislation to Strengthen American Manufacturing and Competitiveness Washington, D.C.— Today is the second anniversary of President Biden signing into law the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, which will support 115,000 U.S. jobs in towns and cities and spur more than $300 billion in public and private investments across 15 states. The
Policy Change Comes After Advocacy Push by Bipartisan Delegation of Mayors from Across the Country Washington, D.C.— Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a critical policy change to expand access to veterans housing. The reform, which ensures veterans are not disqualified from housing assistance as a result of receiving disability benefits, is one that mayors have
FY 2025 Appropriations Bill passed by the House threatens progress on public safety and gun violence prevention Washington, D.C.— Today, United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) President Columbus (OH) Mayor Andrew Ginther and USCM CEO and Executive Director Tom Cochran sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives calling on them to reverse several
Washington, DC—Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbus (OH) Mayor Andrew Ginther on President Biden’s announcement today that he will not seek re-election. “Over the past three and a half years, President Joe Biden has been an incredible ally and advocate for America’s mayors. When he assumed office in January of
Washington, DC—Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbus (OH) Mayor Andrew Ginther on the shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump earlier today. “The nation’s mayors are relieved to hear that former President Trump is safe and did not sustain more serious injuries during today’s violent incident at
Mayors’ bipartisan national agenda covers a full range of issues impacting American cities Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) released its 2024 election priorities, a bipartisan national issue platform that will drive the mayors’ advocacy at this summer’s Republican and Democratic national conventions and beyond. Release of the mayors’ policy roadmap
The 83-city survey found most of the cities have enforceable antidiscrimination ordinances or protections. Nearly all provide benefits to same-sex spouses or domestic partners. Washington, D.C.— Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) released its first-ever survey– Building an Inclusive City: How Mayors are Supporting and Involving LGBTQ+ Residents – detailing the latest ways mayors