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Mental health, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and more
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
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Every other week, NACo’s County Countdown reviews top federal policy advocacy items with an eye towards counties and the intergovernmental partnership.
Watch the video <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=4sP6VXXxwhiZjtmCtiLCB6Lcy_T2cF2L24jkThMQIzvC5HJ48ZEruUttmlMhOoIofeQlPl4tReghFJKgQgz3QA~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~>
and explore NACo resources below on some of the top issues we're covering this week.
Estimated read time: 3 min. | Video duration: 3 min.
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MENTAL HEALTH <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=55Htetj5HTiLlqoe1KqZylCSP0eeUMsONxQzkXQ_mQdqla4ZQC3atwRQKirr8eAx1EovRwH4PeNLZmaEdKR0Yw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~>
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NACo continues to champion mental health policies in Congress to support counties and residents.
* Continuity of care: A recent letter to leaders on Capitol Hill <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=yjWZNdnOY--BqzflGc-xZezJP1J2C8ZGPN2ZllOGsAo-gbCncydV0qBxTXZKQymnIv5XI
Qj8H5zmed5F3bbiKw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> reiterated county priorities in mental health, including urging passage of the Due Process Continuity of Care Act, advocating for Medicaid
benefits for pre-trial detainees.
* Workforce development: The letter also pushed for increased funding for programs to recruit and retain behavioral health workers.
* What’s next: NACo’s Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=tUZESv_rl0Sge2CfxtJ4UEHUOtxRmzdPw0tYTOW834IB6Y3MqZB35Ne4b2QQ4LxfW9
dV18s23zpSta0OX62UBw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> is working with Congress to reform mental health policies that exclude vulnerable populations.
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Operation Green Light <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=CeKQNC8VtiUOL-PAT4w8kUymuDL8JsN1nL4zsLFd7NG9UjTiPXhq9STPujG2NWOiPyQ6fVyHeQB_s3_zuxxbWg~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blN
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Thank you to the hundreds of counties, plus our intergovernmental partners, businesses and individuals, who participated <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=KrCMfObX_TJS9
KM8E7wp2DKCkxJe3Qr-8d5_70edZODuErtwgbt1hsAVNlvHD45r0Or2D09bzPMXkrctj7H1Gw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> in Operation Green Light for Veterans <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXov
kzw~~&pe=NPS3eYMDAw6giQAaRLlYIsU_oLFf7_vH6sD6xF3tfNCjE4eOfYSfUN3rbW9RXO5T8ZhD6tLHvVvRubdYn-nwFw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> .
* Bipartisan support: Congressional resolutions in both the House <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=Bb9IQ6bhjdeGj0ttJQs6OcKoDmOoDBDKUkDS0QU2Se37SoHr0GBQtfs21I1UKfYwP2oG
BOjv8mjkI-ub68YakA~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> and Senate <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=YuHG6XQ_T69_ryvwJbluL_rGEuNKqfupwiAlosPZEGSpb_pOAAMe2Ya075UO1XkC_6Ph1fNEr
VE38Yq7fqBnyA~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> recognized Operation Green Light and the vital role of County Veterans Services Officers (CVSOs).
* CVSO Act: In 29 states, county-funded CVSOs help veterans access over $50B annually in VA benefits. NACo urges the passage of the CVSO Act <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkz
w~~&pe=jVkwLkW3phDPMJAwuKc__cL3WqNj7S2koTP-kp_BImDuJ8vLLnbSpEupzFkLkk_QP0EttWG_zobmKMl8UXhccw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> to secure federal resources to support this work.
* Explore highlights: Check out the Operation Green Light showcase <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=wKLpGriU-_6OGvFrl4AgdeCEXlRgRRqotOJwdZJvL41rACgLIMfUwZ1uKNBuZo6wwp7
etzOW_lKUbVlRk2gxQw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> for pictures submitted by counties – and submit yours!
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Law <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=mVi1w3y2kpymbJthOG0ufUGWb-g-ySIPaT7_1gI2qCYd-uorGHmDVJQ2g9Bccrv6ybTaqZpa4-4dgbod488hAw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX
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As we mark the two-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=VzMvurGPNRVIGuw3xGnvz8R-_OCDnB54imG_KweKekvGeWVshzY8yz3
z8a3NqQXQGVLc1vmHHqmK7t7jnPXq9g~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> , NACo is ensuring that counties have a voice in its implementation.
* County guidance: Explore NACo’s BIL tools and best practices <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=1CDG-v96v2rlyxiumfHYJVBDHpNL6BL7T2WI5PEHCvkkLJMgTRZT5khOzu3dRqXKpE8xx
QAgCL_DZMjdTMNm_A~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> .
* Funding opportunities: Check out this tool <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=S1JII15Z-EX0fWTTI_NJ8srQa3Z2A8T9UnaRsvgFlBTDlWBKBA5aGTtl0vQXLcr-nofCzZrWDmTPmcA8Y-dz5w~~&
t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> for identifying current BIL funding opportunities.
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Support for Rural America <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=i1fkahSsO8VRgCcKjSIpvbFmofOi0v-iX82mL5cdfmRfxmecSoJ8S9AxfHg1ypbn2XlT0q1HOusQlqWvXz8zSQ~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV
9blNQ~~>
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U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-Pa.) and Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) introduced the Rural Partnership and Prosperity Act <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=RiFcyWdQfNjI_QBh3pQlrAvmk
suFHneRXcRpz-c-MPQg6MnO2VIldVvy6jCeOWBNWhWbG_6w3CrY_GU5nRPxkQ~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> .
* Addressing community needs: The bill would create a grant program to address needs like affordable child care, housing and job training, as well as providing guidance to help rural
communities navigate existing funding opportunities.
* NACo's endorsement: NACo urges swift passage of this legislation, which will enable rural counties to optimize federal resources.
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American Rescue Plan <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=yWvYcbEZ3xmr3ss55A7lc8EUSklYyG0JAfy4m71j1RKhI0ocmzg62hrUJYr09GM1SyG1bGgcVSgE7tJnTLi-zw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ
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The U.S. Treasury Department introduced a new rule <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=6BF9AiUCR7McLsgrS5F-d-43aoMT1766V_EtPi_qVWSt10q2IzCxeEVUyZHWdFTpy8BwFqQ_XUtU6hpfBJK
AcQ~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> clarifying counties' use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, further extending the reach of these resources.
* Key points for counties: Counties can now allocate funds <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=T6-PztVpa5T73RyGbPZYCl_C3CrgREae1IRCoZkn4bNSCiiv0DVkgeuYManOedpAK2qsZKgauRD
9CSpY4MI30w~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> for administrative costs tied to ARPA reporting and compliance.
* Clarifying responsibilities: Details on managing sub-recipient obligations offer counties more flexibility for effective resource utilization.
* Dive deeper on ARPA: Explore all of NACo’s ARPA resources here <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=XD3-qo_ISQpe9gAS3ZD8nGOt_NLm1W6x81EurbbauxC-VAAVo3oOqFEdKhRCW1Z8DKk
vhuKcdsofsVROXREHoA~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> .
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NACo Legislative Conference <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=6ekO1rVcN4r-8NYo5tDQWntl1c3wCBz0rU4Kx9YwikVHYQ-6QehksFud_sI64AWnebMcDC7qyJUhS8nnUWrYMw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7
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The 2024 NACo Legislative Conference <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=Cm1PbkgE5tVooJ3dqstmA_ehCUqPy3E_RQWsAqPzNkg-1F2X2hxGX8bAUziaQ5IK6bDlKnVwxsOLR3gAvEyiEg~~&t=TEFfU1
Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~> is February 10–13 in Washington, D.C.
* Convening leaders: The conference draws nearly 2,000 county officials looking to advance our federal policy priorities.
* Highlights: This year’s conference will include policy sessions, opportunities to engage with members of Congress and robust interactions with federal agency representatives.
* Register today <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=dK5itgU3QMX7KWwJXovkzw~~&pe=LVgWLFJsDtO28LijNsxaHE-jYiHChiowcDlXSAL75QDTH20CO4ZXNZ4Nt5gqglQ2-f0MDy1E6ZutSe2HRAwBmw~~&t=TEFfU1Jw6hZSX-7wV9blNQ~~>
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