Gov. Affairs | Issue 26 | February 19, 2026
Published February 19, 2026 - This content will be updated as developments unfold.
Latest Developments:
Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council et al. v. U.S. Department of Agriculture et al.
What it’s about: Nonprofits challenged a broad federal freeze on already-approved IRA and infrastructure funds, arguing agencies can’t withhold money Congress has appropriated.
What’s happened: A federal district court issued a nationwide injunction ordering agencies to resume releasing the frozen funds.
What’s happening now: The federal government has appealed, but the injunction remains in effect, so funding is still supposed to flow while the appeal is pending.
National Council of Nonprofits et al. v. Office of Management and Budget
What it’s about: Challenges OMB-driven delays and administrative barriers that slow or block federal grant disbursement, even after funds are authorized.
What’s happened: Nonprofits argue these delays violate federal law and undermine nonprofits’ ability to plan and deliver services.
What’s happening now: The case is moving through the courts and could set limits on OMB’s authority to delay or condition nonprofit funding.
Resources:
How to meet with your legislator without screwing it up - I Was Told There Would be Snacks - A Nonprofit Podcast
2026 Outlook for Corporate Citizenship & Philanthropy - The Conference Board
