ALT Image: Illustration of hand prints Text: Approximately 8.6% of children ages 3 to 17 in the U.S. have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). More than 1 in 5 U.S. children are diagnosed with a behavioral health condition. Their families often face challenges accessing care. Brief - North Carolina Integrates Care for Children and Youth with Chronic and Complex Needs through Tailored Medicaid Managed Care Plans

ALT Image: A group of conference participants pose onstage for a photo. Text: Conference Reflections. Aging Policy Takes Center Stage at NASHP’s 2026 Annual Conference. Read the full blog post at NASHP.org.

ALT Image: A diverse group of people sits in a circle and talks during a community discussion. Text: Blog: 5 State Strategies for Aligning Substance Use Policy and Investments with Community Needs. NASHP.org. AIR and NASHP logos.

ALT Image: A pregnant woman speaks to her doctor in an office. Text: Medicaid Maternity Care Payment Reform: Overview of State Value-Based Models.

ALT Text: Updated Tracker - State Community Health Worker (CHW) Policies Tracker. States are adapting to an evolving policy landscape, with at least 43 states including CHW initiatives across their Rural Health Transformation Programs. Check out a detailed overview of these initiatives within this updated tracker. Find the state tracker you need here: nashp.org/state-trackers

ALT Image: Illustration of seven raised hands in different skin tones beside a QR code labeled “Sign Up!” Text: Webinar: Bringing People to the Table: Community Voices and Policy Choices to Improve Substance Use Systems. What You’ll Learn: How meaningful community engagement can influence SUD policy and practice; how community priorities can guide funding and investment decisions; and how lived experience can help define meaningful outcomes.

ALT Image: An empty hospital exam room with a desk, computer, and exam table. Text: Explainer. Understanding NASHP’s Hospital Cost Tool: Commercial Breakeven. Review the full explainer at NASHP.org.

ALT Image: Four conference speakers standing on a stage in front of blue and orange curtains. Text: States Meet the Moment at NASHP’s 2026 Annual Conference. A Message from Hemi Tewarson.

ALT Image: Close-up photo of an emergency responder driving while his colleague responds over the radio. Text: State-Only Webinar - Expanding EMS Partnerships to Reduce Opioid Deaths Through Post-Overdose Response. Join us on Wednesday, October 14th from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET. Speakers: 1) Dre Cantwell-Frank, NRP. 2) Emily Henke, MPH. 3) Craig Mosbaek, MPH. 4) Tim Seplaki. Register now at NASHP.org

ALT Text: Did you know? The State Marketplace Network provides a platform for staff and leaders at state health insurance Marketplaces to participate in peer-to-peer dialogue, discuss emerging issues, and share best practices. Read the latest report - Summer 2026 Enrollment Update. Visit statemarketplacenetwork.org

ALT Image: Large “40” filled with a sunset view of the Louisville skyline and waterfront. Text: NASHP’s 40th Annual Conference. Louisville, Kentucky. August 30–September 1, 2027. National Academy for State Health Policy.

ALT Image: Portrait of Jane Beyer in a circular frame on a light-blue background. Text: Legacy Award Recipient. Jane Beyer. Celebrating over 30 years of leadership to NASHP and Washington State health policy.

ALT Image: Portrait of Rene Mollow smiling outside a building, framed in a yellow circle on a light-blue background. Text: Legacy Award Recipient. Rene Mollow. For her decades-long efforts to ensure access to MediCal benefits, her leadership at NASHP, and her willingness to share her knowledge with others as a mentor.

ALT Image: Portrait of Cheryl Roberts smiling, with U.S. and Virginia flags in the background, framed in a yellow circle over a light-blue background with a New York City skyline. Text: Academy Award Recipient. Cheryl Roberts. For her commitment to improve the health of parents and children served by the Virginia Medicaid program, her dedication to NASHP, and her unwavering service as a thoughtful, inspirational mentor. NASHP 2026 Annual Conference.

ALT Image: Portrait of Keiko Duncan smiling, framed in a yellow circle over a light-blue background with a New York City skyline. Text: Rising Star Award Recipient. Keiko Duncan. For a rising state health policy professional whose work, leadership, and commitment are already making a difference. NASHP 2026 Annual Conference.

ALT Image: Portrait of David Seltz, wearing a suit, floral bow tie, and glasses, framed in a yellow circle over a light-blue background with a New York City skyline. Text: Welcome David Seltz, Executive Committee Chair. NASHP 2026 Annual Conference.