*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.

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

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.

Water Expert, Lane Dickson, to Present at 2022 Water Conservation Symposium

The Panhandle Groundwater Conservation District in Amarillo, Texas will host its annual symposium on protection and management of water resources.

Lane Dickson, Principal at The Ferguson Group (TFG), will present at the 2022 Texas Panhandle Water Conservation Symposium on February 16, 2022 at 9:10a.m. CST. Lane will provide participants critical information on federal legislation and resources related to water conservation, management, and augmentation.

TFG Presents 2022 Congressional Calendar

TFG Presents 2022 Congressional Calendar

The Ferguson Group (TFG) compiled a 2022 Congressional Calendar with session and recess dates for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate 117th Congressional session. 

 

Floodplain Forward Coalition Works to Restore California's Floodplains

Land and waterway managers labored hard over the course of a century to control California’s unruly rivers by building dams and levees to slow and contain their water. Now, farmers, environmentalists and agencies are undoing some of that work as part of an accelerating campaign to restore the state’s major floodplains.

TFG President to Join Panel on Infrastructure Bill’s Impact in Idaho

Mark Limbaugh joins the Idaho Environmental Forum to discuss the future of Idaho’s built and natural environments.

TFG President Mark Limbaugh will bring decades of congressional, federal funding, and environmental policy experience as a panelist at the Idaho Environmental Forum’s “MENDING THE GEM STATE: How the Infrastructure Bill could affect Idaho’s natural and built environments” webinar to discuss what this funding could mean to Idaho and the western United States.

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Grant Due: FY 2025 Family, Opportunity, Resilience, Grit, Engagement – Fatherhood (FORGE Fatherhood)

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to support responsible fatherhood by promoting healthy marriage, responsible parenting practices, and economic stability activities. Projects will provide a broad array of services to adult fathers. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? State, county, city, township, and special district governments; independent school districts; public- and state-controlled institutions of higher education; federally recognized Native American tribal governments and tribal organizations; public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities; nonprofit organizations; faith-based organizations; and community organizations.

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $55 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? July 29, 2025

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Grant Due: FY 2025 Family, Opportunity, Resilience, Grit, Engagement – Fatherhood (FORGE Fatherhood)

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to support responsible fatherhood by promoting healthy marriage, responsible parenting practices, and economic stability activities. Projects will provide a broad array of services to adult fathers. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? State, county, city, township, and special district governments; independent school districts; public- and state-controlled institutions of higher education; federally recognized Native American tribal governments and tribal organizations; public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities; nonprofit organizations; faith-based organizations; and community organizations.

TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? $55 million

WHEN IS IT DUE? July 29, 2025

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TFG Elevates Lane Dickson to Partner
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TFG Elevates Lane Dickson to Partner

Lane brings nearly 20 years of advocacy experience to TFG’s leadership.

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.

“Lane's promotion to Partner is a testament to his exceptional leadership and dedication since joining TFG. His vast experience in water, power, natural resources, and municipal finance has been invaluable in developing effective policy solutions and advocacy strategies for our clients,” said Mark Limbaugh, TFG President. “Lane's ability to navigate complex legislative environments and build consensus among diverse stakeholders makes him an outstanding addition to our leadership team. We are confident his continued contributions will drive TFG’s strategic vision and operational success.”

Lane brings nearly 20 years of extensive experience in Washington, D.C. His work includes significant contributions to water resources and energy legislation, such as the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan Authorization Act, the Water Supply Infrastructure Rehabilitation and Utilization Act, and the Energy Act of 2020.

Lane has served in several prominent roles including Senior Professional Staff on the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and as a Senior Manager of Federal Affairs at the Salt River Project. Lane’s background also includes serving as a Special Assistant for Congressional and Legislative Affairs at the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, and as Clerk for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Resources, Subcommittee on Water & Power. His educational background includes a B.S. in Soil and Water Science from the University of California, Davis, and an MBA from George Mason University.

Partners at TFG are the driving force behind major decision-making processes, instrumental in resource allocation, and lead investments in innovation to ensure sustainable growth. Beyond these duties, partners are mentors, nurturing a healthy work culture and inspiring excellence in the entire TFG team at all levels.

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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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