January 15, 2026 -
December 17, 2026
Last year's Inside Washington series is now NACo Policy Insider, a bi-weekly webinar offering an overview of the full federal policy landscape impacting counties, as well as deeper dives into specific policy areas, equipping county leaders with insights, context, and strategies to engage effectively on key issues from transportation and infrastructure, to public lands, to disasters, to health and human services, and more.
For more information, visit the series page.
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July 1, 2026
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 1 p.m. - 2 p.m ET
After nearly a year of negotiations, congressional leaders have reached a consensus on a landmark housing reform package that includes key county wins. Join us to learn what this legislation means for your county and how NACo advocacy helped shape the final language.
This is your opportunity to get up to speed, ask questions directly and learn how you can engage with Congress as they approach final passage of this important legislation.
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July 7, 2026
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 | 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. ET
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has fundamentally reshaped the Medicare landscape, creating both opportunities and challenges for employers, public sector organizations, and pension funds that sponsor retiree health benefits. While retirees are benefiting from lower prescription drug costs and capped out-of-pocket spending, plan sponsors are now facing significantly higher financial exposure — especially within Medicare Part D.
This webinar will explore how the post-IRA environment is changing Group Medicare economics and what plan sponsors can do to protect both retiree outcomes and long-term fiscal sustainability. Attendees will gain insight into emerging cost pressures, including rising healthcare utilization, increased catastrophic drug liability, and evolving CMS reimbursement dynamics.
Participants will also learn actionable strategies to help manage costs without compromising retiree care, including:
- Optimizing pharmacy benefit design in the new Part D environment
- Leveraging value-based care models to reduce hospitalizations and emergency room visits
- Implementing site-of-care strategies to lower medical spend
- Investing in preventive care and wellness initiatives to improve long-term outcomes
- Using data transparency and claims analytics to support smarter decision-making
Designed for county leaders, HR and benefits professionals, finance officers, and pension/OPEB stakeholders, this session will provide practical guidance for navigating the rapidly evolving Group Medicare landscape while balancing affordability, compliance, and retiree satisfaction.
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July 8, 2026
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
If this is your first time attending NACo’s Annual Conference, this webinar is for you! In this brief session, you’ll learn how to navigate the conference schedule and make the most of all available opportunities, including:
- Mobile tours
- Policy steering committee meetings
- Educational summits and workshops on pressing trends, and
- Regional caucus meetings
This webinar will connect you with NACo’s Membership Chair and staff, who will share tips for success and program highlights at the 2026 Annual Conference.
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July 9, 2026
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Prepare to make the most of the August congressional recess with this practical, how-to webinar for county leaders. This session will walk through NACo’s new recess advocacy guide and provide step-by-step guidance on engaging members of Congress while they are in their districts. Attendees will learn how to request meetings and site visits, understand when to pursue in-office versus on-site engagement and gain tips for hosting effective visits and maintaining relationships with congressional offices. The session will also highlight key in-district periods on the congressional calendar to help counties plan and act with confidence.
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July 9, 2026
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
Hawaii's counties carry a unique weight: the responsibility of serving tight-knit communities while managing the financial pressures that come with island life. For Kauai County, the Garden Island, that responsibility has meant building a financial foundation strong enough to weather uncertainty from the inside out. With a $550 million budget and a community navigating rising housing costs, shifting economic drivers, and the ongoing demands of core public services, every dollar counts.
In this session, Kauai County Treasurer Nancee Robles shares how her office partnered with three+one to generate over $20 million for county programs. Join NACo and three+one's Vice President of Client Servicing, Mike Ablowich, alongside Treasurer Robles for a conversation about what it means to protect taxpayer dollars, serve your community with integrity, and what counties across the country can learn from Kauai's approach.
This webinar is brought to you by NACo EDGE, establishing people, purchasing, and performance cost-saving solutions that can be applied to counties nationwide. EDGE is owned by NACo, advised by county leaders and 100% focused on solutions for U.S. Counties. Learn more about NACo EDGE here.
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August 19, 2026
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Are Counties Solving Workforce Challenges—or Just Stretching the Staff They Have?
Counties continue to face persistent workforce challenges, including recruitment, retention, and evolving skill needs. While many jurisdictions have adopted new tools and approaches to address gaps, questions remain about whether these efforts are creating long-term capacity or simply extending existing staff.
This focus group will explore how counties are adapting their workforce strategies, leveraging technology to support operations, and identifying sustainable approaches to meeting service demands in a constrained labor environment.
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October 14, 2026
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Are Counties Keeping Up with Cyber Risk—or Falling Further Behind?
Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, placing increasing pressure on counties to protect critical systems and sensitive data. While awareness and investment have grown, many counties face ongoing challenges related to funding, staffing, and rapidly changing risks.
This focus group will explore how counties are approaching cybersecurity, prioritizing investments, and strengthening resilience in an increasingly complex threat environment.
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