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28 January 2025

TFG Monitoring Developments of Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs

On January 27, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under President Trump issued a memorandum titled “Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs.” The directive mandates Federal agencies to temporarily suspend the obligation and disbursement of federal financial assistance while conducting a comprehensive review of programs and awards to ensure alignment with the administration’s policies and priorities. As part of this review, agencies are also instructed to temporarily suspend the issuance of new program solicitations.

09 December 2024

TFG Presents 2025 Congressional Calendar

The Ferguson Group (TFG) compiled a 2025 Congressional Calendar with session and recess dates for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate 119th congressional session. 

22 September 2024
TFG to Participate in ICMA 2024 Annual Conference

TFG to Participate in ICMA 2024 Annual Conference

PITTSBURGH, PENN. – TFG is excited to participate in the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Annual Conference taking place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from September 20th to 25th, 2024.

24 July 2024
Kristen H. Long Promoted to Grants Principal at TFG

Kristen H. Long Promoted to Grants Principal at TFG

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The TFG Grants Division is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristen H. Long to Grants Principal. Kristen has been an integral part of the TFG Grants Division since 2022.

22 July 2024
TFG Elevates Lane Dickson to Partner

TFG Elevates Lane Dickson to Partner

WASHINGTON, D.C. – TFG is pleased to announce the promotion of Lane Dickson to Partner. Since joining TFG as a Principal in 2021, Lane has been instrumental in developing and executing comprehensive advocacy strategies for clients before Congress and federal agencies.

28 June 2024

Find TFG at Local Government Conferences Nationwide

WASHINGTON D.C. – TFG, a leading provider of federal advocacy and grant services, continues to demonstrate its commitment to local communities through active participation in conferences across the nation.
28 June 2024
TFG: A One Stop Shop for Communities' Legislative and Funding Needs

TFG: A One Stop Shop for Communities' Legislative and Funding Needs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Ferguson Group (TFG) is proud to announce a comprehensive alignment and expansion of its Advocacy, Grants, and Consulting Divisions in response to the increasing demands of communities nationwide. This strategic initiative will enhance the firm's mission to help build stronger, more vibrant communities across the country.
18 June 2024

Meet Our Summer Interns!

TFG welcomes the Summer 2024 Advocacy, Grants, and Communications intern class.
29 May 2024
A Tribute to William Ferguson, Jr., TFG Founder

A Tribute to William Ferguson, Jr., TFG Founder

WASHINGTON, D.C. – It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Ferguson, Jr., the visionary founder, chairman, and former CEO of TFG. Bill has left a legacy of unwavering commitment to build stronger and more vibrant communities across the nation.

07 May 2024
TFG Welcomes Marcusleen Jones as Controller

TFG Welcomes Marcusleen Jones as Controller

WASHINGTON, D.C. – TFG is pleased to welcome Marcusleen Jones back to the firm as Controller. Marcusleen previously served as TFG Staff Accountant from 2007 until 2010. Marcusleen joins the firm with decades of accounting experience and is a Certified Public Accountant with the Virginia State Board of Accountancy. She will serve in a pivotal role in ensuring TFG financials and client operations continue to run efficiently.

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*UPDATED* White House Launches Infrastructure School for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Programs

The Infrastructure School will provide in-depth information on the twelve topics included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook.

The White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs announced the launch of its Infrastructure School—twelve topic-specific webinars that will provide information on each of the twelve chapters included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook. Recently released, the Guidebook provides stakeholders with information on programs included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and strategies to most effectively utilize them.

View and sign up for upcoming webinars below. Registration links for the March events are now available.

  • Ports and Waterways: Register Here
    • Tuesday, February 15 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Airports: Register here
    • Thursday, February 17 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Electric Vehicles: Register Here
    • Tuesday, February 22 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Public Transportation: Register Here
    • Thursday, February 24 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Railroad: Register Here
    • Tuesday, February 28 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Roads, Bridges and Major Projects: Register Here
    • Thursday, March 3 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Safety: Register Here
    • Tuesday, March 8 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Clean Energy and Power: Register Here
    • Thursday, March 10 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Water: Register Here
    • Tuesday, March 15 at 4pm – 5pm ET 
  • Resilience: Register Here
    • Thursday, March 17 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Environmental Remediation: Register Here
    • Tuesday, March 22 at 4pm – 5pm ET
  • Broadband: Register Here
    • Thursday, March 24 at 4pm – 5pm ET
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28 January 2025

TFG Monitoring Developments of Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs

On January 27, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under President Trump issued a memorandum titled “Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs.” The directive mandates Federal agencies to temporarily suspend the obligation and disbursement of federal financial assistance while conducting a comprehensive review of programs and awards to ensure alignment with the administration’s policies and priorities. As part of this review, agencies are also instructed to temporarily suspend the issuance of new program solicitations.

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