The Governmental Affairs Committee (or “GAC) serves to encourage and aide our members in advocating on the importance of tax-advantaged bonds to state and local governments. The committee helps coordinate our federal policy initiatives across other committees and oversees are organizational advocacy work. Check out our advocacy center to see the committee’s work.

Latest from the GAC

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U.S. Capitol Building in Washington DC in front of a NABL pattern.
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Tracking Tax Reform in 2025

Congress is focused on addressing the pending expirations of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) prior to the end of this calendar year. Here’s where things stand and what…

Join NABL for our advocacy fly-in held in conjunction with the Workshop 2025 from September 9-10 in Washington, D.C.
Join NABL for our advocacy fly-in held in conjunction with the Workshop 2025 from September 9-10 in Washington, D.C.
Event

2025 Advocacy Fly-In

This year, the National Association of Bond Lawyers (NABL) is facilitating an opportunity for our members to meet with their Representatives, Senators, and their staff to advocate for tax-exempt municipal…

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Requests for 2025-2026 IRS Priority Guidance

Requested items for inclusion on the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) 2025-2026 Priority Guidance Plan.

Market graphic imposed on US Treasury Building in Washington, D.C.
Market graphic imposed on US Treasury Building in Washington, D.C.
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Understanding the Debt Ceiling

What are the debt ceiling and federal downgrades, and what do they mean for municipal bonds.

  • Input Requested

Board of Directors Nominations

We are now accepting nominations through June 13, 2025, for members to serve on our Board of Directors.

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Image of hearing room sign outside of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations.
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FY2025 Appropriations

We are tracking the status of FY2025 appropriations, where things stand, and what it all means for bond lawyers.

Committee Leadership

Chair

Latasha R. Thomas

Clark Hill PLC
Chicago, IL

Vice Chair

Tranny Arnold

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
Birmingham, AL

Board Liaison

Marybeth Orsini

Ballard Spahr LLP
Baltimore, MD

Other Resources

Take ActionGrassroots Advocacy Center

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Our Priorities

Learn about our federal policy priorities and why they matter to bond lawyers.