National Association of Counties
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IRS VITA and AARP Tax Aide sites operate nationwide and offer many convenient options for free tax filing, including in-person service, online, mobile, and drop-off options.
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If you are interested in becoming a volunteer tax preparer or assisting in other ways, you can sign up to volunteer through the IRS.gov tax volunteer page or the AARP Foundation's main page for Tax-Aide. You don’t need to be a tax professional; people of all backgrounds are welcome to volunteer. Volunteers receive training to help taxpayers file accurate tax returns.
<p>Reducing the number of people in jail for technical violations can help decrease jail populations and improve outcomes and compliance with supervision conditions.
<p>Experiencing homelessness in early childhood can have long-term impacts on health, education and well-being for both children and parents.
<p>Reducing the number of people arrested and booked into jails for low-level offenses and misdemeanors through diversion and citations, as well as outstanding warrants for failing to appear in court or not paying fines and fees, can h
<p>Reducing recidivism through effective jail- and community-based services can decrease jail admissions and populations and improve outcomes for people with criminal histories.</p>
<h3><strong>Counties Matter in Human Services</strong></h3>
<p>All matters pertaining to children’s issues, foster care, public assistance and income support, services to senior citizens and individuals with disabilities, immigration policy, social services, and elementary,
This analysis includes funding highlights for key programs impacting counties.
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