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New investments are creating new opportunities for rural health. How can states make them last?

At the #NASHPCONF26 state-only preconference, dig into early RHTP lessons, workforce, maternity care, technology, payment models & more. https://t.co/iaa96gFtoc

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Put your company in front of the state health policy community in New York City.

More than 1,000 attendees are expected at NASHP’s 2026 annual conference, with limited sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities still available.

Explore the options https://t.co/iaa96gFtoc

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How are states using multisector plans for aging to strengthen caregiver support?

A new NASHP + @CHCShealth brief draws on lessons from California, Maryland, North Carolina, Texas, and Vermont https://t.co/6FnE3wwErj

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Jacksonville. Chicago. Seattle. Boston. Nashville. San Diego.

Different cities, plenty of good memories. As New York gets closer, we’re looking back at some favorite NASHP conference moments.

Four weeks to go! #NASHPCONF26 🗽

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New York, one day, a full public health agenda.

At the #NASHPCONF26 state-only preconference, state officials will dig into prevention, infrastructure, Section 1115 demonstrations, and more. Less than five weeks to go https://t.co/iaa96gG1dK

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Missouri’s Behavioral Health Healthcare Home model has reported improvements in physical health outcomes for people with serious mental illness.

NASHP’s latest state profile looks at how Medicaid financing, care teams, data, and population health management come together to support integrated care https://t.co/MY7vNoFMW2

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Join NASHP and @CHCSHealth on Sept. 17 to hear how North Carolina, Texas, and Vermont are using multisector plans for aging to strengthen family caregiver support. https://t.co/mZJQ80997d

Supported by @JohnAHartford

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Health care affordability is stretching both household budgets and public programs.

At the #NASHPCONF26 preconference, state officials will dig into cost drivers, compare approaches, and discuss priorities with peers from across the country.

Register now https://t.co/iaa96gG1dK

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CMS has proposed changes to Medicaid health care-related tax and indirect hold harmless rules.

📅 Comments are due Sept. 21, 2026 https://t.co/rKk5Mj3Icp

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NASHP’s reference-based pricing tracker has been updated.

See how states are tying hospital and physician payments to benchmarks such as Medicare rates and what’s known about implementation and savings. https://t.co/ONqoCRBRbY

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Planning to join us in New York City for #NASHPCONF26?

August 21 is the final day to access early-bird rates. Regular rates take effect after that date. Register here https://t.co/iaa96gG1dK

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Please join us in welcoming Colorado State Representative Kyle Brown and Iowa Medicaid Director Lee Grossman to the Executive Committee that guides NASHP’s Academy.

We’re excited to have their leadership and expertise.

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Rural communities continue to face major barriers to substance use services.

See how states are using mobile clinics, EMS post-overdose response, and community paramedicine to expand access to lifesaving care https://t.co/UcJqglIzxJ

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CMS outreach materials are also available here https://t.co/MfC0ddN2gC

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Thank you to everyone who joined our July 22nd webinar with CMS on the Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals.

If you couldn't make it, review the slides here https://t.co/AQunpW7a0G

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NASHP's annual Academy and Rising Star Awards recognize exceptional state leaders.

We're excited to announce this year's winners on Wednesday, September 30, at the Annual Conference.

In the meantime -- read highlights about their contributions and learn about the awards https://t.co/iBOr5k7RWy

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Health care costs are putting pressure on state budgets, employers, and consumers.

At #NASHPCONF26, we’ll dig into what’s driving spending and the shared challenge of improving value while maintaining access to high-quality care.

Register https://t.co/0WrBRB7pgT

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NASHP was thrilled to cohost and present at the Maryland Commission on Caregiving meeting. State officials, family caregivers, and commissioners came together to prioritize how to better support family caregivers. Maryland is one of 13 states in NASHP’s state caregiving learning collaborative.

Thank you to @johnahartford for your support!

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In Kentucky, Wisconsin, and South Dakota, community health workers are helping strengthen connections to preventive dental care.

See how states are expanding oral health training and integrating CHWs across medical and dental settings https://t.co/0PsMvEO34I

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Only eight weeks until #NASHPCONF26 takes over New York City 🎉

Registration is moving faster than usual, with more than 1,000 health policy leaders expected September 28–30.

Still deciding? Now is the time to register https://t.co/0WrBRB7pgT