Ask CAPLAW: What the Federal Government Shutdown Means for CAAs

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CSBG, Federal Grant Programs

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Board of Directors, Executive Director, Program Director

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2025

In this webinar, CAPLAW discussed the impact of the federal government shutdown on the Community Action Network. This session was designed as an open forum to hear and respond to CAAs as they navigate uncertainty, maintain operational continuity, and plan proactively. Participants were given the opportunity to ask questions and CAPLAW used the time to learn more about issues impacting the Network.

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