The 2025 Congressional City Conference (CCC) brought more than 3,000 local leaders to Washington, DC, to amplify local issues with the new Administration and Members of Congress. This resource collates the General Sessions, which featured key federal officials and conversations about issues top of mind for local leaders.
CCC general sessions featured speakers on housing, disaster preparedness, municipal bonds, immigration and a special conversation with a panel of reporters from POLITICO. Explore each General Session below and make plans to join NLC in Washington for CCC 2026.
What is the Congressional City Conference?
Congressional City Conference is NLC’s legislative-focused conference held each year in Washington, DC. Sessions are focused on federal programs and educating attendees on programs available to local governments and how to access them. CCC also offers an opportunity for attendees to connect with federal agency officials and hear directly from Members of Congress and the Administration.
2025 General Sessions: Conversations from Congressional City Conference
On Monday, March 10 and Tuesday, March 11, CCC attendees heard from several national experts on issues that are top of mind for local leaders. Our three general sessions featured Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Congressman Greg Stanton, legal experts and a rich conversation about municipal bonds.
Explore these conversations and learn how NLC can support your advocacy for your residents and communities.
NLC Leadership Speaks at CCC
2025 Federal Action Agenda
Local Government Priorities for the Trump-Vance Administration in the First 100 Days
Presidential Actions Summary: Impact to Local Governments
A 12 Step Guide to Redesigning Your City’s Flag
- NLC Partnerships
Why Local Leaders Are Doubling Down on Sustainability
- NLC Partnerships
Three Things City Leaders Should Know about Planning for Future Extreme Weather Events
- NLC Partnerships