U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney (second from left), U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Frederick County, Md., Executive Jessica Fitzwater (left) celebrate a new federal investment in a local college.
U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (center) discusses local legislative priorities with Peoria County, Ill., Administrator Scott Sorrell and Deputy County Administrator Shauna Musselman.
County Commissioners Association of Ohio Executive Director Cheryl Subler discusses Ohio county priorities with representatives of the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Housing and Urban Development.
Napa County, Calif., Supervisor Anne Cottrell connects with U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz at a summit focused on addressing California forest management and wildfire protection challenges.
Stearns County, Minn., commissioners meet with State Sen. Aric Putnam (center) as part of an advocacy day focused on SNAP, Medicaid, human services technology and reducing cost shifts to counties.
Westchester County, N.Y., Executive Ken Jenkins (right) and N.Y. State Senators Shelley Mayer (fifth from left) and Nathalia Fernandez (second from right) discuss community needs and priorities with residents at a "coffee and conversation" event.
County administrators from across central Alabama participate in a regional meeting series organized by the Association of County Commissions of Alabama, sharing best practices for strengthening county operations.
Arapahoe County, Colo., Commissioner Rhonda Fields addresses high school students taking part in a local education program that provides a detailed overview of the judicial system.
Onondaga County, N.Y., Executive Ryan McMahon speaks to local elementary school students about county government and the programs and events happening in the county.
El Paso County, Texas, Judge Ricardo Samaniego (third from left) and District Attorney James Montoya (center) host a teen dating violence awareness event, encouraging residents to create chalk art offering messages of hope.
California county leaders participate in a California State Association of Counties visit to Sacramento, advocating for critical funding to support public hospitals, nutrition assistance and more county health priorities.
Howard County, Md., Executive Calvin Ball testifies to the Maryland General Assembly's Health Committee to advocate for expanding hospital capacity, reducing wait times and improving patient outcomes.
Oklahoma State Sen. Bill Coleman (third from left) meets with Osage County, Okla., elected officials, to discuss county priorities related to taxes, data centers, county roads and more.
Northeastern Nebraska county leaders gather for a day of presentations and collaborative discussions hosted by the Nebraska Association of County Officials.
Morris County, N.J., Commissioner Stephen Shaw addresses northern New Jersey county officials at a meeting focused on strengthening regional collaboration.
Gwinnett County, Ga., Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson welcomes residents to the first meeting of the county's citizens academy program.
Snohomish County, Wash., Councilmember Nate Nehring addresses visiting high school students as part of the county's Civic Education Day, stressing the importance of civic engagement.
Alachua County, Fla., commissioners issue a proclamation in support of National Agriculture Day, recognizing the county's farmers, ranchers and food producers.
Citrus County, Fla., Administrator Steve Howard visits the county's fire rescue training center to thank first responders for their dedication to public safety.
Anne Arundel County, Md., Executive Steuart Pittman (right), U.S. Rep. Sarah Elfreth (left) and U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (second from left) announce a $35M FEMA investment in a local infrastructure project that aims to protect waterfront communities from flooding.
County disaster reform priorities
Explore NACo's FEMA Act toolkit for more about county disaster preparedness priorities.
St. Charles Parish, La., President Matthew Jewell (left) joins parish officials and state partners to celebrate the completion of a new stormwater infrastructure project aimed at reducing flood risk for coastal communities.
Alaska Municipal League Executive Director Nils Andreassen testifies to the Alaska House Finance Committee on borough budget priorities related to broadband access, rural energy, emergency services and more.
Learn practical strategies for rural energy development
Join county leaders from across the country in Potter County, Texas, this September for the 2026 NACo Energy Symposium. Attendees will gain practical insights into the policies, projects and partnerships driving rural energy development. Registration will open on April 1.
N.J. Gov. Mikie Sherrill (fourth from right) joins Burlington County Commissioner Randy Brolo (third from left) and local leaders to advocate for improved online safety standards for youth.
Clark County, Nev., commissioners Jim Gibson (third from left) and Tick Segerblom (fourth from right) host a spring job fair, connecting residents with 130 employers from across the region.
Harris County, Texas, commissioners and local leaders break ground on a new county health center that will deliver integrated mental health and community services for residents.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Executive Chris Ronayne (left), council members and partners cut the ribbon on a financial services center that will offer wraparound resources to residents.
Top 10 County Policy Priorities for Behavioral Health Reform
Counties are integral to the nation's behavioral health system, investing over $130 billion in community health systems. Read NACo's policy brief for an overview of the top 10 behavioral health priorities for counties nationwide.
