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Government funding, the SUPPORT Act and more
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
JANUARY 8, 2024
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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.
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Government Funding <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=6Oyo1tIpmQWEX71BpsLAMtQ0nF1vyXWWSZBuPVYIh7leNB-E7eDj9sKUCLhsEhSn-IKkGKSsyHoTzuV4z50epA~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~
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Congressional leaders have reached a bipartisan agreement <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=16RRbo6-pCjVALi-s6ViS9tqq6yggSRKwcZTOtFly2hB3ksC9dON3RgmVM4J5p8mRqDaJrb9edoY
TPyp-4fYDg~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~> to avert a potential government shutdown.
* New development: The deal, reached over the weekend, closely adheres to the spending limits for defense and domestic programs established by Congress in a bill to extend the debt ceiling
through 2025.
* Key dates: Without passing legislation to codify a deal, funding is set to expire on January 19 and February 2, 2024.
* Stay tuned: NACo will continue to monitor and report on any developments pertaining to government funding with a focus on its impact on county priorities.
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American Rescue Plan Updates <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=Iz6G_Tnt9Gp3r3tMoU4CN20rJofZGUTbkSHsVpPyht7SsEq-kHHdN7Ro18lhBVwk80XbK-aUjzS6RarRxSP9pA~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku
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NACo and other local partners submitted comments <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=tdLcGdxY50VPqqt4TsD1PAL2bLiStVQOMlLR1AQLGUkT-LPywU2N6MtHIBUhtLLxw7eGnm1pi5FE24-udKc33
Q~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~> in response to the U.S. Treasury’s Interim Final Rule to amend the definition of "obligation" for the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund
established under the American Rescue Plan Act <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=dWJml4L_YljzEbaIK4cv89O7C22WdfskprIvk6Tl-qlXK5f8H5o_jo-c7Yfo2gQJLfX2T0MqXG_TuC43eoBSIA
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* Raised concerns: NACo is voicing county concerns <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=oE87cn1hR86AtFPa_YPlweCgIq9t-BcSppr1bpBQ2vin6EFUfPVCXE3angJ1KUCiqiycbR_Z7xdgDvCOVMw
Byg~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~> regarding fund obligations, payroll cost definitions and new expenditure estimate requirements.
* Anticipating the Final Rule: We will provide comprehensive analysis and updates as soon as the final rule is released.
* Explore NACo's full ARPA hub here <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=Hguyhh_NJLgUp60f0ETjxYeHltW7-bbdW2MdJ7MqYbMM6N7m659Ycm2EC6fKq7DF060UD0Of2nmppdTT2-4qtQ~~&t=O1t0ubr
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The SUPPORT Act <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=YYnQtI9BvcJ-Df4gB9RTcmznDh5-VtkejZODxc5ZYbQhol7I81y0RjO6c68aOVjz0WwW3AXNRS_2Xoo7R3dzxQ~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~>
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Following Congress's missed deadline for reauthorization, counties need sustained support <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=3MZu2nWDC2iOH0v10gfknOyh8u9UQ8VDAK8OBX_4QRVL
jyxgF4m4jeHMZ3hcfiHNTEclY_1X3sYZ8cgjCU704A~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~> for substance use disorder treatment and recovery services under the 2018 SUPPORT Act.
* Legislative inaction: Key provisions of the policy have expired, and new legislation is needed <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=SDUoFVPnlZV2aE8786qKwlZE4gZxpuJNQ6UgW
TXx75B20ShArjy6PsokZsz1wpT1Gm3vbjtGUxVIK_cFazIujA~~&t=O1t0ubrzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~> to address the ongoing overdose crisis.
* Counties' crucial role: Counties remain essential in enhancing treatment and recovery services.
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Implementing 9-8-8 – The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=iODhpZCQySzECbHYAYvS9xb7R287R1RhhMATabkt0g8onMnxrj25sKQ06KHDRCAsTx8HlkOTNtmgFkosS
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The Local 9-8-8 Response Act of 2023 <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=mMl8WG0LBT4WVuqWUUPQJOBkuOIRlmxu9PREn-nTlj4K_FhLfTWeaLJMg4dgtTJ9Mr7zK4yOqTWAQognsNt_5A~~&t=O1t0ub
rzpNs8Ku3vMdjwoA~~> introduced by the Senate Bipartisan Mental Health Caucus aims to strengthen the connection to mental health professionals and ensure user privacy.
* County involvement: Counties play a key role in providing comprehensive behavioral health care and support systems.
* Legislative focus: The new bill emphasizes efficient crisis response and the protection of user privacy.
* Explore NACo’s 9-8-8 Toolkit for Counties <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=WXw5eCnXFZmy2B7ARn2QaoPPJULg778cgsHo7oTxNcHMpv095ntMKGA-MZ3SWa5tZcDQZIQII9dx3OX8A9r1Vw~~&t
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NACo 2024 Legislative Conference <https://www.mmsend50.com/link.cfm?r=b_5cxdcAxAVR3h0NaLyCOA~~&pe=uUSx61S0y8vO8N-xbhaQ6YS59PA6yb6H78J7N7ChEA4PFHrmA57sG86jEGet3hODvdPvGJatZVc28LBG3dj1zA~~&t=O1t0ubrzpN
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NACo's upcoming conference, Feb. 10-13, is a unique opportunity for county officials to address federal policy issues and strengthen intergovernmental partnerships with Congress and
federal agencies.
* Engagement: Network with members of the 118th Congress and federal agency officials.
* Policy discussions: Delve into key federal issues impacting counties and our residents.
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