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Quarterly government services webinar series

May 22, 2025

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Event details
Date and time

Thursday, May 22, 2025

1 p.m. ET | Noon CT

Intended audience

Accounting, finance, risk management and internal audit professionals in federal, state, local or tribal governments; government health care entities; school boards; and other state or local government agencies

Duration

120 minutes

CPE Credit

Two CPE credits will be issued to eligible participants

Fee

Complimentary

Event overview

Discover insights with our government services webinar series

Join us for a dynamic series of webinars designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing government organizations. Led by RSM industry leaders, these sessions will provide practical solutions and forward-thinking strategies to help your organization navigate today’s complexities. Whether it's compliance, funding or technology, this series is your gateway to innovation and success in government operations.

Topic 1 - Legislative update

We will cover key policy changes, funding opportunities and regulatory shifts affecting state and local governments. With a new administration and Congress shaping the federal landscape, how should agencies navigate evolving legislative priorities and optimize financial strategies? Join this session for answers.

Topic 2 - Preparing ahead for a declared emergency to facilitate compliance

This session will help you understand the current Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regulations around project eligibility and what applicants can do to update documentation and policies and procedures during blue skies to prepare for more focused compliance.

Presenters
  • Jen Wade
    Director
    RSM US

    Jen Wade is a director in risk consulting for RSM US with over a decade of experience in grants management and administration including implementation of programs such as broadband infrastructure, water-sewer infrastructure, housing, victim's services, public health and economic impact grants.

    Jen Wade
    Director
    RSM US

    Jen Wade is a director in risk consulting for RSM US with over a decade of experience in grants management and administration including implementation of programs such as broadband infrastructure, water-sewer infrastructure, housing, victim's services, public health and economic impact grants.

  • Mary Goldsmith
    Director
    RSM US
    Mary Goldsmith
    Director
    RSM US

Ryan Ecker  |  Manager  |  RSM US

Learning objectives

By the end of this webinar participants will be able to:

  • Identify recent legislative and regulatory changes affecting state and local government operations and funding.
  • Assess the potential financial and compliance implications of new policies on government agencies.
  • Explore strategies for leveraging available funding and resources to support government initiatives and priorities.
  • Explain current Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regulations related to project eligibility and reimbursement for state and local governments.
  • Identify key documentation, policies and procedures that applicants should update prior to disasters to streamline post-disaster compliance.
  • Develop proactive strategies to enhance preparedness and ensure efficient compliance with FEMA requirements before an emergency occurs.

CPE credits

RSM US LLP is pleased to offer 2.0 CPE credits for attending this webinar. To qualify, you must log in to the live webinar and provide your first name, last name and email address. You must remain logged in for a minimum of 100 minutes and answer 75 percent of the polling questions to receive credit. Group CPE and partial credit is not available. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as refunds, cancellations and complaints, please contact us.

RSM US LLP is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

Advance preparation: None | Program level: Basic | Prerequisites: None | Delivery method: Group internet-based
Field of study:    Accounting – Governmental | CPE: 2.0 credits

Event details
Date and time

Thursday, May 22, 2025

1 p.m. ET | Noon CT

Intended audience

Accounting, finance, risk management and internal audit professionals in federal, state, local or tribal governments; government health care entities; school boards; and other state or local government agencies

Duration

120 minutes

CPE Credit

Two CPE credits will be issued to eligible participants

Fee

Complimentary

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