The American Rescue Plan Act is a $1.9 trillion law that includes $350 billion in direct, flexible aid — available via the State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund — to states, counties, cities and tribal governments with populations of more than 50,000 people. The legislation is a once-in-a-generation funding opportunity to strengthen communities for the future.

AARP has published a new, free report that provides an overview of the Department of Treasury's guidance and highlights the ways local leaders can use the act to address community needs related to transit and mobility; open spaces; high-speed internet access; water, sewer and utility systems; housing and health.

Learn more about this free resource and download a copy at https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/tool-kits-resources/info-2021/american-rescue-plan.html.