Advocacy Hub
Through NACo, advocate for county priorities in federal policy making
2026 NACo Federal Policy Priorities
NACo’s 2026 federal policy priorities outline counties’ shared federal agenda and serve as a roadmap for our collective advocacy on the issues most critical to county governments and the communities we serve.
From Counties to Congress: Your Guide to Effective Federal Policy Advocacy in Washington, D.C.
This toolkit helps county leaders effectively engage with Members of Congress and their staff — whether you’re visiting Washington, D.C., meeting in your district or connecting virtually. It includes detailed information on each of NACo’s top policy priorities currently under consideration in Congress, along with tailored talking points for county leaders and specific legislative actions NACo is advocating for on Capitol Hill.
Surface Transportation Reauthorization Advocacy Toolkit
In this resource, you will find tools and best practices to help educate and engage with Congress, the Administration and the public on the importance of county infrastructure and the need for direct federal support.
Federal Permitting Reform: What County Leaders Need to Know
This explainer breaks down what federal permitting reform means, why it matters for counties and what’s happening in Washington.
Fixing Emergency Management for Americans (FEMA) Act: A County Advocacy Toolkit
This toolkit is designed to help county leaders understand four of the top county policy wins that NACo fought to include in the FEMA Act, explain how these provisions would impact counties and provide clear, actionable guidance on how counties can advocate for the bill’s passage.
Legislative Analysis for Counties: FY 2026 Appropriations
This analysis highlights funding outcomes and policy provisions in FY 2026 appropriations that directly impact counties, including key investments, notable funding changes, and significant policy riders.
House passes SAVE America Act; Major impacts on county election administration
Next week, the U.S. House of Representatives is slated to vote on the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act (H.R. 22), making it the chamber’s second vote on a version of the legislation in less than a year.
DOJ to Revisit Web Accessibility Rule, Aiming to Reduce Implementation Costs for Counties
DOJ has announced plans to explore ways to lower the cost of compliance with its 2024 Final Rule on web-based accessibility requirements for state and local governments.
LASSO Act preserves county revenue sharing, directs public lands funds to Social Security
On February 10, the U.S., House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a hearing examining the Land and Social Security Optimization (LASSO) Act (H.R. 34), which would direct a portion of revenues generated on public lands to fund the Social Security system. Introduced by Rep. Paul Gosar, D.D.S. (R-Ariz.), this measure would protect federal revenue sharing to counties while encouraging active use of public lands.
Surface Transportation Reauthorization Resource Hub
The Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill is a crucial legislative framework that empowers counties to enhance and sustain the nation’s infrastructure and transportation networks.
NACo Analysis: U.S. Department of Justice Final Rule on Web Accessibility for State and Local Governments
NACo Overview of the U.S. Department of Justice Final Rule on Web Accessibility for State and Local Governments
Advocacy Updates
American County Platform & Policy Briefs
All NACo's federal policy priorities are detailed in the American County Platform, NACo’s permanent policy document. NACo's policy briefs provide additional details by issue.
Dive Deep
Access toolkits and resources to drive your own advocacy efforts on today's pressing issues.
Farm Bill Reauthorization Resource Hub
Explore NACo resources, stay up-to-date on the state of play and advocate for key county priorities in the Farm Bill.
Supreme Court Advocacy Hub
Through our partnership with the Local Government Legal Center, NACo works to raise awareness of the importance of Supreme Court cases to county governments and help shape the outcome of cases of significance at the Supreme Court through persuasive and effective advocacy.
Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy (MIEP) Advocacy Toolkit
Find resources designed to help county officials educate Congress, the administration and the public on the importance providing access to federal health benefits for those awaiting trial and verdict decisions.
Waters of the U.S. Resource Hub
The definition of WOTUS directly impacts county governments as owners and operators of local infrastructure.
Payments in Lieu of Taxes Resource Hub
PILT provides payments to counties and other local governments to offset losses in tax revenues due to the presence of substantial acreage of federal land in their jurisdictions.
Policy Steering Committees & Regional Caucuses
NACo's policy steering committees cover the full array of domestic policy issues impacting county governments and our local communities. These committees meet at least twice each year to review and make recommendations on public policy issues and legislation. The policy development process initiated by the steering committees is the foundation for the American County Platform.