Emily Brock

As Director of GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center, I lead coalition and advocacy efforts of the Public Finance Network which includes education and written correspondence regarding legislative and regulatory initiatives that may erode the autonomy of Local and State government financing and the efficient use of tax-exempt bonds. The scope of GFOA's advocacy in Washington DC also includes anticipating and responding to federal legislative and regulatory activities that impact the finance functions of state and local governments and public sector entities including general tax issues, municipal debt - including reference rate reform - and pension and healthcare reform. In addition, I serve as staff to GFOA’s Debt Committee, working with committee members to develop best practices that promote sound financial practices for local, state and provincial governments.