Emergency Management
In response to the devastating flooding along the Guadalupe River in Texas and in Litchfield, South Carolina extending into North Carolina, APWA offers its deepest sympathy and unwavering support to…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington D.C.—As the 119th Congress begins and incoming President Trump prepares to be inaugurated, an organization of 32,000 public works professionals today began delivering its new public…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington D.C.—As the 119th Congress begins and incoming President Trump prepares to be inaugurated, an organization of 32,000 public works professionals today began delivering its new public…
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On behalf of the American Public Works Association, we wish to express our deep sorrow and condolences to the families who have lost loved ones as well as their homes…
Read MoreThe CPWA Board of Directors recently provided written comments to the consultation on a governance framework for a Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (PSBN). Those comments addressed three themes: Priorities…
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Dear Public Works First Responders and APWA Members, APWA continues to monitor the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. We are hearing members’ stories about how they and their families…
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The American Public Works Association shares the concerns of many members and the public regarding the impact of Hurricane Beryl on the Gulf Coast and Southeastern states. On behalf of…
Read MoreNew Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu has signed legislation into law that formally recognizes public works professionals as first responders. Senate Bill 325, which had bipartisan support, defines first responders and…
Read MoreFor Immediate Release H.R. 422 acknowledges public works emergency responders Washington D.C.—The U.S. House has received a bipartisan resolution supporting National Public Works Week. The proposal, sponsored by Minnesota Rep.…
Read MoreFor Immediate Release Emergency management, transportation, water resiliency remain top focus areas Washington D.C.—The world’s largest organization of public works professionals today said its membership wants Congress to focus on…
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