Services are needed to vigorously advocate for legislation and funding opportunities to benefit Fresno County, and where possible, the surrounding region. Achieving optimal results will require experienced professional federal advocacy that is results-oriented, creative, and cost effective. Federal issues of primary importance to Fresno County include, but are not limited to: • Payments in Lieu of Taxes Program • Stable Water Supplies for Urban and Agricultural Users in the County • Policies and funding that encourage long-term economic development • Tree Mortality • Homeowner Fire Insurance • Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Funding • State Criminal Alien Assistance Program • High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program • Community Development Block Grant Program • HOME Investment Partnership Program • Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Specialty Crop Pest and Disease Program • National Highway Traffic Safety Grant Program • Office of Violence Against Women Program • Comprehensive Approach to Address Opioid Epidemic.
