As the April 30, 2026 annual reporting deadline for American Rescue Plan Act’s (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) approaches, many local governments have questions about the report and how to best prepare. Below, we provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs).
I’m trying to make sure I’m prepared for the 2026 annual report. Any tips?
- Ensure your SAM.gov registration is still active. Reminder: it must be renewed annually.
- Confirm that you can login to your SLFRF reporting portal.
- Verify that the Point of Contact information listed in the portal for your community is correct.
This will ensure that Treasury outreach, including questions about submitted reports, will reach the right person. - Ensure that you understand the status of your SLFRF projects, including project expenditures for the reporting period (April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026).
National League of Cities
by Dante Moreno
February 9, 2026