Speakers:
Emily Brock | Director of GFOA
Join Emily Brock, Director of the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Federal Liaison Center, for a comprehensive federal update on the latest developments impacting public finance. In this session from Cherry Bekaert’s 2025 Government and Public Sector Virtual Conference, Emily shares timely insights into the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, tax reform, federal funding challenges, and evolving regulatory priorities.
Learn how changes to DEI and climate policies, federal grant clawbacks, executive orders, and impoundments are reshaping the financial landscape for state and local governments. Discover what’s next for Opportunity Zones, municipal bonds, low-income housing tax credits, and more.
Topics Covered:
- 2025 Tax Reform and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
- Clawbacks of federal education, transportation, and energy funds
- DEI and climate policy reversals
- Executive orders and grant compliance
- Medicaid and SNAP reform
- Tips and overtime tax adjustments
- Best practices for grants management and audit readiness
Whether you're a government finance professional, grant manager, or public sector leader, this session delivers critical updates to help you stay compliant and prepared.
