Washington, DC—Today, the U.S Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump does not have the legal authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose global tariffs without Congressional approval. The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) has voiced concern about the economic impact of the new tariffs on local communities. The organization has also
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the House passed the bipartisan Housing for the 21st Century Act. The bill, introduced by Chairman French Hill (R-AR), Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-CA), Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance Chair Mike Flood (R-NE) and Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance Ranking Member Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), makes important reforms to boost the supply
Mayors promoted fixes for affordability and public safety, and raised concerns over chaotic and escalated immigration enforcement Washington, D.C. – Today, more than 250 bipartisan mayors convened in Washington, D.C. for the U.S. Conference of Mayors 94th Winter Meeting at a critical moment for the country – advancing practical, cross-party leadership on affordability, housing,
Newly formed coalition will bring together mayors of nation’s largest cities; Denver Mayor Mike Johnston to serve as Chair Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) launched its Big City Alliance, a new coalition designed to bring together mayors of the nation’s largest cities to align strategies and lead on the issues
USCM Previously Endorsed the Critical Housing Affordability Legislation WASHINGTON, D.C. – Earlier this week, the House Financial Services Committee passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act by a bipartisan vote of 50-1. The bill, introduced by Committee Chairman French Hill (R-AR) and co-sponsored by Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-CA) and Representatives Mike Flood (R-NE) and
Gathering comes as country kicks off pivotal midterm election year, America250 celebrations January 28-30, 2026 | Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. – This January, mayors from every corner of the country will gather in Washington, D.C. to share local wins and chart the next chapter of America’s story at the 94th Winter Meeting of the U.S.
In a newly released letter, the nation’s mayors assert the bill’s provisions are key to ensuring “a foundation for opportunity, dignity and stability” for American families WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (R-AR) introduced the Housing for the 21st Century Act, co-sponsored by Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-CA) and
In a newly released letter, bipartisan coalition of 180+ mayors urges federal lawmakers to renew expiring grants, warning of widespread disruptions without action WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than 180 Democratic, Republican and Independent mayors from across the country have signed on to a newly released letter by the U.S. Conference of Mayors urging Congress to
Washington, DC—Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City, on the federal government shutdown. “Federal government shutdowns should never be an option, and that is the view America’s mayors have consistently held. As a means of political leverage, a federal government shutdown simply shouldn’t be on the
New survey of 105 cities finds 96% reporting very severe or severe impacts from SNAP lapse. Mayors say local efforts can’t replace federal food assistance and call for benefit restoration. WASHINGTON, D.C. — From coast to coast, America’s mayors are warning that the Nov. 1 lapse of SNAP food benefits is already hitting home. In
“Oklahoma City Declaration” reaffirms mayors’ commitment to American values of pluralism, compromise, truth and civility WASHINGTON, D.C. —  The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced today that 230 Republican, Democratic and Independent mayors from 41 states and Puerto Rico have signed a declaration to de-escalate our nation’s political tensions and reject violence and dehumanizing rhetoric.
Washington, D.C. — This week, the Senate will consider bipartisan tariff resolutions S.J. Res. 77, to end new tariffs on Canadian imports;  S.J. Res. 81, to end new tariffs on Brazilian imports; and S.J. Res. 88 to end new baseline tariffs on more than 180 countries. Earlier in the year, America’s mayors strongly supported the
WASHINGTON, DC - On Thursday, the United States Senate passed its National Defense Authorization Act, which included the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act, introduced by Senator Tim Scott and Senator Elizabeth Warren. The U.S. Conference of Mayors has championed this package of reforms, and in response to its passage, USCM President David Holt, Mayor of
“Oklahoma City Declaration” is signed by dozens of mayors at site of deadliest domestic terror attack in U.S. history, reaffirms commitment to American values of pluralism, compromise, truth and civility OKLAHOMA CITY — In a powerful show of political unity and stewardship, more than 40 Republican, Democratic and Independent U.S. mayors signed a
In new survey, cities call for increased federal funding, advanced technology and other critical resources to bring crime down further WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a new survey of 60 major cities representing 28 states, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) reports that mayors have put in place effective strategies that have helped to reduce violent
Washington, DC— Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City, on the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. “The murder of Charlie Kirk today in Utah is horrifying and evil. We send our deepest condolences to his family and those who loved him. America’s mayors denounce all political
Washington, D.C.— Today, the United States Conference of Mayors President David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City, released the following statement in response to the Administration’s plans to deploy federal law enforcement in Washington, DC. “Crime rates are plummeting in cities across the United States, including in Washington, DC, as documented in the FBI’s national crime rate
WASHINGTON, D.C. — New data from the FBI confirms what mayors have been reporting: homicides and other violent crimes are down in cities across the country. According to the FBI’s 2024 Reported Crimes in the Nation report, which includes data covering 95.6% of the U.S. population, violent crime fell by 4.5% compared to 2023. Murder
Washington, DC – The U.S. Conference of Mayors has stood in solidarity with Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in February 2022. At that time, an emergency resolution was passed to show the Conference’s support of the Ukrainian people and the democratic values that are still under assault. Today, U.S. Conference of Mayors President David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City,
CDBG brings $3.3 Billion in federal funding to support infrastructure, housing construction, and public safety for Americans living in over 1,200 cities Washington, DC — This week, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) and bipartisan mayors from across the country are urging members of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development,