Councilmember Michael D. Crain has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2026 Information Technology and Communications Federal Advocacy Committee.<\/p>\n
Councilmember Crain was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC\u2019s federal advocacy agenda and policy priorities on a variety of issues, including broadband, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The appointment was announced by NLC President Kevin Kramer, Councilmember, Louisville, Kentucky.<\/p>\n
\u201cServing on the National League of Cities Information Technology and Communications Committee is a chance to help lead the national conversation about how we govern broadband access, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and the broader technology issues that are reshaping our country,\u201d said Councilmember Michael D. Crain. \u201cRepresenting Fort Worth, I look forward to bringing local experience into these national discussions so we can strengthen oversight, ensure communities have a real voice in federal policy, and build technology systems that are safe, reliable and accessible for every city and neighborhood in America.\u201d
As a member of NLC\u2019s Information Technology and Communications Committee, Councilmember Crain, will play a key role in shaping NLC\u2019s federal policy positions and advocate on behalf of America\u2019s cities, towns and villages before Congress, with the President\u2019s Administration and at home in Fort Worth.
Across America, cities are tackling a wide range of technology challenges that have a real impact on daily life. Communities are working to expand broadband access, manage the fast growth of artificial intelligence in public operations, and strengthen protections against cybersecurity threats. Local governments are also finding new ways to use data responsibly, safeguard privacy, and apply digital tools to improve efficiency and public engagement. The committee\u2019s work will help shape national discussions and policy approaches to ensure technology systems are reliable, secure, and built to meet the needs of cities of all sizes.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe National League of Cities\u2019 federal advocacy committees are the voice of America\u2019s 19,000 cities, towns and villages to leaders in Washington,\u201d said National League of Cities President Kevin Kramer, Councilmember, Louisville, Kentucky. \u201cI am thrilled to work with Councilmember Crain and look forward to supporting his goals and ideas as he serves on the Information Technology and Communications Committee this year, helping to strengthen the partnership between local and federal leaders.\u201d
This year\u2019s Information Technology and Communications Committee will be led by Chair Donald Groesser, Mayor, Ralston, Nebraska; Vice Chair Joseph Goldstein, Councilmember, Marietta, Georgia; and Vice Chair Bobby Scott, Mayor, Center Point, Alabama.<\/p>\n
For more information on NLC\u2019s Federal Advocacy Committees, visit: nlc.org\/advocacy\/federal-
advocacy-committees.<\/p>\n