SUBJECT
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Resolution amending the City of Laredo Federal Legislative Agenda for the 119th Congress. The amendments build on priorities advanced during the first year of the session and incorporate additional priorities informed by Council direction and emerging policy themes. The agenda provides general policy direction to guide the City’s federal advocacy efforts.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Council initially approved the City’s Federal Legislative Agenda for the 119th Congress in December 2024 for use during the 119th Congressional Session, which runs from January 3, 2025, through January 3, 2027. This amendment continues many of the priorities advanced during the first year of the session and integrates additional priorities informed by subsequent Council actions, staff input, and emerging policy themes facing the City. Council was provided a draft of the amended agenda on [date].
BACKGROUND
While the agenda showcases generalized direction, city staff, public and private stakeholders have worked together to update the agenda to showcase community needs. Additionally, more in-depth information has been prepared for meetings.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Recommendation is to approve. If additional edits are needed through the year, the agenda may be amended.
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