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Join us for an important legislative update from the 2012 NASCSP Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. Learn about the current political outlook, including the upcoming FY 13 Continuing Resolution and efforts to secure additional funding for Weatherization Assistance Programs (WAP). The update highlights the challenges facing federal funding, the looming "Taxmageddon," and the need for reform in entitlement programs. We will discuss strategies, call for support, and the significance of action as we work towards securing vital resources for communities in need.
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NASCSP Annual Meeting Atlanta, Georgia September 11-14, 2012 Legislative Update By Brad Penney General Counsel Advocates for the Other America September Let’s see if we can bankrupt the whole damn treasury”
Political Outlook • Action shortly on FY 13 Continuing Resolution; • We are leading effort to secure a “plus up” on the CR; • FY 12 Omnibus funds WAP at $68M; • We argue that number is an anomaly because of the unspent Recovery Act funding still available in FY 12; • We are working with our allies to add $77M to WAP in the CR, consistent with the Senate Appropriations Committee approved number for WAP in FY 13; • This is an uphill battle all the way; we need your help! • Senate: 202-224-3121; House 202-225-3121
Inside the Crystal Ball “Taxmageddon” looming in December Taxpayers face $494 billion tax increase on 1/1/13 Debt ceiling increase needed FY13 budget gridlock Automatic sequestration “sword of Damocles” hanging over defense and domestic progress Future crisis of federal government facing default unless entitlements are reformed “Domesday” Commission ultimately becomes only way to resolve gridlock
