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HomeMy WebLinkAbout012726 - County Countdown – January 27_ 2026ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. Top federal policy advocacy with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ January 27, 2026 View in Browser <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAAAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fpublic-usa .mkt.dynamics.com%252Fapi%252Fv1.0%252Forgs%252F227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3%252Fchannels%252Fmails%252Fvib%252Fc8ffa42d-d55a-eb11-a812-000d3a59983d_3dbd702e-c9fb-f011-8406-6045bd015bb8_8fb8f 5ea-ab3e-53d5-c885-cd53b55397c2_6ed4fbbb-c6f6-f011-8406-6045bd01589e%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%225%22%3Anull%2C%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=UVu4jYMkJtpQc6Mkzv%2BO8wdOI%2FzjPe4RN3NKd6WO ky8%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAEAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252F%22%2C%2 2RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=xWwwL%2BzFocPV%2BlVYopy8Q2FgeI%2F%2BdAxsUM0Jd995Ffs%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAIAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fpage%252 Fcounty-countdown%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=bQu2X%2FmuCIKd%2FciZyMJnrH8TAbl47YF9SYfXuVSPmMI%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> Every other week, NACo's County Countdown <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAMAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22http s%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fcounty-countdown-dec-15-2025%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=Xksm37%2FQJcnGlITqFCEIrWzA5WG%2FBUu4X%2Bs79anhwJA%3D&msdynm kt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> reviews top federal policy advocacy items with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership. Estimated read time: 3 min. <https://assets-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/digitalassets/images/fcb17590-1395-ef11-8a6a-6045bd011e94?ts=638657064854199622> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAQAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252 Fus-congress-pass-minibus-funding-package%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=Zr4fLoonigXmr4vwiBShsrBdXSowZWrzhZjYGQObUHA%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88d d8bdc1907bf2bf> Congress advances government funding packages ahead of Jan. 30 deadline <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAUAAAA?msdynmkt_targe t=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fus-congress-pass-minibus-funding-package%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=Zr4fLoonigXmr4vwi BShsrBdXSowZWrzhZjYGQObUHA%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> Congress continues to move forward <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAYAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A% 252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fus-congress-pass-minibus-funding-package%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=Zr4fLoonigXmr4vwiBShsrBdXSowZWrzhZjYGQObUHA%3D&msdynmk t_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> on federal appropriations as the Jan. 30 government funding deadline approaches. To date, Congress has passed two smaller spending packages covering Interior–Environment, Commerce–Justice and Financial Services. * Latest development: On Tuesday, Jan. 20, the House and Senate advanced the final appropriations package <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6Hnmmyyr WUWGPej_LcoAAAcAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fus-congress-pass-minibus-funding-package%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D &msdynmkt_digest=Zr4fLoonigXmr4vwiBShsrBdXSowZWrzhZjYGQObUHA%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> totaling $1.25 trillion for Defense, Homeland Security, Labor–HHS–Education and Transportation–HUD. * County input: A NACo-authored provision would require FEMA to create a public assistance dashboard, giving counties project-level visibility into reimbursements, approvals and timelines. * What’s at stake: Failure to reach an agreement by Jan. 30 could result in a partial government shutdown. NACo continues to urge Congress and the Administration to reach a bipartisan agreement that provides certainty for counties and protects critical local programs. <https://assets-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/digitalassets/images/d7cf5a7e-1495-ef11-8a6a-6045bd011e94?ts=638657068818071453> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAgAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252 Fcongress-passes-secure-rural-schools-reauthorization-act-2025-victory-counties%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=NCuq4u3MYjU4NRdgUIvQRAVHiJsBIouVOYuCY4FG7SI%3D&msd ynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> Secure Rural Schools reauthorization signed into law <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAkAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%2 2%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fsecure-rural-schools-reauthorization-act-2025-signed-law-victory-counties%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=gSW Qo0AfdNsrMY4BENQbsTpbSpn5YqSlKckeIEeNq68%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> The push to pass the Secure Rural Schools Act of 2025 concluded after the bill was signed into law <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej _LcoAAAoAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fsecure-rural-schools-reauthorization-act-2025-signed-law-victory-counties%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22 %3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=gSWQo0AfdNsrMY4BENQbsTpbSpn5YqSlKckeIEeNq68%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> . * What the law does: This bill provides SRS payments for FY2024 and FY2025 and reauthorizes the program through FY2026. * Why it matters: SRS payments support essential county services including schools, roads and public safety. These funds deliver critical relief to over 700 timber-dependent counties as they maintain essential services and transition toward long-term fiscal stability. * Advocacy impact: This victory <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAsAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252 F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fsecure-rural-schools-reauthorization-act-2025-signed-law-victory-counties%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=gSWQo0AfdNsrMY4BENQbsTpb Spn5YqSlKckeIEeNq68%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> reflects years of sustained advocacy by NACo and county leaders across the country. <https://assets-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/digitalassets/images/34713e84-1595-ef11-8a6a-6045bd011e94?ts=638657073160748874> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAAwAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252 Fdoi-announces-creation-new-us-wildland-fire-service%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=w9F%2B7bOVXDG01SB9y%2Buz99rX1wVKgbi4tgkynPqSHEA%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a39 55a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> Interior Department announces creation of a new U.S. Wildland Fire Service <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAA0AAAA?msdynmkt_ta rget=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fdoi-announces-creation-new-us-wildland-fire-service%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=w9F %2B7bOVXDG01SB9y%2Buz99rX1wVKgbi4tgkynPqSHEA%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) announced the creation of a new U.S. Wildland Fire Service <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGP ej_LcoAAA4AAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fdoi-announces-creation-new-us-wildland-fire-service%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull %7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=w9F%2B7bOVXDG01SB9y%2Buz99rX1wVKgbi4tgkynPqSHEA%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> , marking a significant shift in the federal government’s approach to wildfire preparedness and response. * Purpose: The new service <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAA8AAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252 Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fdoi-announces-creation-new-us-wildland-fire-service%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=w9F%2B7bOVXDG01SB9y%2Buz99rX1wVKgbi4tgkynPqSHEA%3D& msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> is meant to strengthen wildfire workforce recruitment, retention and coordination across federal agencies. * County impact: Counties are on the frontlines of wildfire mitigation, emergency response and recovery and will play a critical role in coordinating with the new service. * NACo engagement: Changes to federal wildland firefighting should include increased cooperation with county authorities. NACo will continue engaging DOI to ensure county perspectives are reflected as the service is stood up. <https://assets-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/digitalassets/images/362269d0-1595-ef11-8a6a-6045bd011e94?ts=638657074487209003> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABAAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252 Fsamhsa-cancels-reinstates-thousands-behavioral-health-grants%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=nwT09pBtorOWTeLBETq%2BBSZm7rRKDWunsG%2BqoG8m2DU%3D&msdynmkt_secretVe rsion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> House passes Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABEAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3 A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fsamhsa-cancels-reinstates-thousands-behavioral-health-grants%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=nwT09pBtorOWTeLBETq %2BBSZm7rRKDWunsG%2BqoG8m2DU%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> The U.S. House passed the bipartisan Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABIAAAA?msdynmkt_tar get=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fhouse-passes-legislation-increase-crime-victims-fund%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=q6e i8M1sNsJLl0DqZGmMv3SOkpcDFOq2e8sAskeZnsI%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> (H.R. 909) by voice vote on January 12. * Redirecting funds: The legislation would redirect unobligated funds collected through the False Claims Act, typically deposited into the U.S. Treasury's general fund, into the Crime Victims Fund (CVF) through FY2029. * Why it matters: The CVF, which is funded through criminal penalties and fines, has declined in recent years, creating funding uncertainty for victim services nationwide. * County impact: Counties rely on CVF-funded grants, administered through states, to provide critical services for crime victims. Stabilizing the fund <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/22 7b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABMAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fnews%252Fhouse-passes-legislation-increase-crime-victims- fund%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=q6ei8M1sNsJLl0DqZGmMv3SOkpcDFOq2e8sAskeZnsI%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> would help ensure more predictable and sustained resources for county-run and county-supported victim service programs. Upcoming Events & Webinars <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABQAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fevent%25 2F2026-naco-legislative-conference%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=tptgO7HeqnsKkU9wIjgLauPeyg8ovcP8NAklJ%2B9ETTI%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc 1907bf2bf> Feb. 21-24 | Washington, D.C. 2026 NACo Legislative Conference <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABUAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%25 2F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fevent%252F2026-naco-legislative-conference%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=tptgO7HeqnsKkU9wIjgLauPeyg8ovcP8NAklJ%2B9ETTI%3D&msdynmkt_secre tVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> The NACo Legislative Conference brings together nearly 2,000 elected and appointed county officials to focus on federal policy issues that impact counties and our residents. REGISTER <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABcAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252F event%252F2026-naco-legislative-conference%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=tptgO7HeqnsKkU9wIjgLauPeyg8ovcP8NAklJ%2B9ETTI%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f 88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABgAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fevent%25 2F2026-western-interstate-region-wir-conference%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=r7ZX%2Btv2%2F4V5pcsDMD3tcyqlSmZr9WUJgmZl4XQ1%2F58%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a 744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> May 5-8 | Maui County, Hawaiʻi 2026 Western Interstate Region Conference <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABkAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22http s%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fevent%252F2026-western-interstate-region-wir-conference%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=r7ZX%2Btv2%2F4V5pcsDMD3tcyqlSmZr9WUJgmZl4 XQ1%2F58%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> The Western Interstate Region Conference focuses on shared issues across 17 Western states. REGISTER <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABsAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252F event%252F2026-western-interstate-region-wir-conference%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=r7ZX%2Btv2%2F4V5pcsDMD3tcyqlSmZr9WUJgmZl4XQ1%2F58%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersio n=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAABwAAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https%253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fevent%25 2F2026-naco-annual-conference-exposition%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=tY2CeDzdBVxpoKF0I2VnUVqUBt2g3SW9cT5NSuKu4Zs%3D&msdynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd 8bdc1907bf2bf> Jul. 17-20 | Orleans Parish/New Orleans, La. 2026 NACo Annual Conference & Exposition <https://public-usa.mkt.dynamics.com/api/orgs/227b4c5a-99e5-4698-be04-ef85d0384bf3/r/6HnmmyyrWUWGPej_LcoAAB0AAAA?msdynmkt_target=%7B%22TargetUrl%22%3A%22https %253A%252F%252Fwww.naco.org%252Fevent%252F2026-naco-annual-conference-exposition%22%2C%22RedirectOptions%22%3A%7B%221%22%3Anull%7D%7D&msdynmkt_digest=tY2CeDzdBVxpoKF0I2VnUVqUBt2g3SW9cT5NSuKu4Zs%3D&ms dynmkt_secretVersion=a3955a744d9049f88dd8bdc1907bf2bf> NACo's Annual Conference is the premier annual gathering of the nation’s 3,069 counties, parishes and boroughs. 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