Special districts often serve their communities with lean teams, limited budgets, and growing accessibility responsibilities. DocAccess provides a…

With Board members California, Oregon, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Texas, South Carolina and Florida and special guests from Louisiana, as well as…

Your members already belong to outstanding organizations so how does NSDA fit in?

Senators Schiff and Klobuchar have introduced the Water Cyber Shield Act creating a reporting system to the Federal Government and taking steps to…

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NSDA is pleased to welcome Municipal Finance Corporation (MFC) as our newest Business Affiliate Member. MFC's decades-long dedication to helping…

Colorado SDA's new Community Education videos are now live! You can view and share the videos here:
https://www.sdaco.org/community-education

GOVDeals, an active NSDA Business Affiliate, always has creativity on the forefront to help special districts save and make money.  Here's one we hadn…

As Americans celebrate Independence Day, we are reminded that the strength of our nation has always rested in the thousands of local governments that…

NSDA thanks  our newest Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act of 2026 Co-Sponsors 

NSDA Congratulates recent awardees of the DOT  FY26 BUILD Grant awards today.  Of the 127 awards, 11 went to Special Districts. https://www.…

The resource brief is a collaborative effort of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), the National Association of Counties (NACo), and…

Districts Make the Difference proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Districts Make the Difference national student video scholarship contest…

Help us highlight Special Districts' national awareness campaign - Districts Make the Difference - Student Video Contest by voting for your favorite…

The House of Representatives' Committee on Oversight and Governmental Reform passed the Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act of 2026 (H.R.…

On March 3rd, 10:00 MNT time, NSDA hosted a free, general informational webinar about our services, programs, and membership for Special Districts…

Across the United States, special purpose districts exist for one simple reason: to deliver essential public services efficiently, locally, and…

The Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District in Western Nevada  is responsible for the operations and maintenance of its water system, sewer…

As the sun sets on a transformational year, the National Special Districts Association (NSDA) is proud to celebrate the momentum, unity, and purpose…

An NSDA priority bill, we will be watching the House Natural Resources hearing Thursday, January 8 | 10:00 a.m. ET | The Subcommittee on Water…

Platinum Level, Business Affiliate,  Streamline, a long time supporter of Special Districts and NSDA since its inception is joining forces with Civic…

Today, White House Officials postponed the final meeting  of the FEMA Task Force scheduled for 12.11.25. According to news sources, such as CNN, this…

The Hidden Impacts of a Federal Shutdown on America’s Special Districts

The House of Representatives' Committee on Oversight and Governmental Reform passed the Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act of 2026 (H.R.…

Are you hearing about proposals to eliminate property tax in your community?  While acknowledging every State, County, Municipality and Special…

NSDA leader and Regular Member, the South Carolina Association of Special Purpose Districts recently wrote an editorial on the value of Special…

We’re thrilled to welcome new bipartisan champions for the Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act (H.R. 2766 / S. 2014) – the first federal…

NSDA's 2025 Webinar and Discussion Series, designed specifically for special district leaders, managers and staff is  packed with great information…

8. 29, 2025 Did you know many cemeteries across the United States are Units of Local Government?  Illinois is helping them out by announcing the…

9.1, 2025 - The Critical Role of Mosquito, Vector & Disease Control Special Districts in the U.S.

9.1.25 As communities across the country confront the urgent need for housing that is safe, affordable, and resilient, one group of local governments…

National Director, Public Affairs, Engagement and Outreach, Chantal Unfug recently presented a - What's NSDA and why should you find out? -  webinar…

8.18.25 At the heart of the National Special Districts Association’s policy and legislative impact lies a dedicated group of public servants who…

8.11.25 In an August recess push, Specail Districts and Associations across the Country continue to reachout to Congressmembers to ask for their…

Our thoughts are with the communities across Central Texas impacted by the recent flooding. The devastation brought by these storms has touched so…

All 10,000 NSDA members heartily welcome Nebraska and NRD  after experiencing a successful free,  three month Trial Membership. To assist NRDs in a…

6.11.2025 - With over 25,000 noted Special District supporters across the United States, NSDA's strategies, including an influential visit to key…

The newly formed Texas Special District Coalition has joined NSDA as the 8th State. 

NSDA is excited to announce the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee considered and passed  the Special District Fairness and Accessibility…

April 6, 2025. NSDA's marquee public awareness campaign recently closed the Student Video Contest and saw an increase of over 72% of student…

GovDeals, joining as a Business Affiliate member,  is an online marketplace that facilitates the sale of surplus assets from government, educational…

Check out our newest members!  Welcome Mustang Special Utility District in Texas and York Sewer District of Maine.

As 2024 came to a close, the National Special District Coalition (NSDC) celebrated a year of remarkable progress and growth. From launching the…

Late into the night, the 118th Congress drew to a close as members of the House and Senate concluded their legislative business for the year. In the…

With the welcome addition of the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association, bringing an additional 300 members, support for HR7525 continues to grow. With over…

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The House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee favorably reported H.R. 1586 (LaMafla), the Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act…