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This webinar is available on-demand. If you have issue accessing the recording, please email nacomeetings@naco.org.

NACo is launching a new membership series to provide timely updates and analysis on key developments during the first 100 days of the Trump administration. These calls will focus on policies and actions that directly impact counties, including federal funding, regulations and intergovernmental partnerships. Join us to stay informed on how these changes may shape county priorities and operations.

Register for week two here.

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Speakers

Eryn Hurley

Eryn Hurley

Chief Government Affairs Officer

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