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County committee warned of likely federal staffing cuts, urged clarity on what executive orders can do
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Consultants told the Alameda County committee that the incoming administration’s nominees and an outside downsizing effort could target federal staff and programs, and the committee asked for written guidance on what actions can be implemented by executive order versus those needing legislation or rulemaking.
Consultants from CJ Lake told the Alameda County Board of Supervisors Personal Administration Legislative Committee on Monday that the incoming federal administration’s transition will involve a mix of immediate executive actions and longer regulatory or legislative processes, and that the county should prepare for potential impacts on federally funded programs and local providers.
"President-elect Trump has nearly completed the process of selecting his cabinet and other high ranking administration officials," John (CJ Lake) said, summarizing the transition and the expectation that confirmations could move quickly. He also described an outside proposal, referred to in the briefing as the Department of…
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