The 2025 Legislative and Policy Conference brings together leaders in behavioral health and I/DD from across the nation to discuss critical issues and shape future policies. Attendees can expect engaging sessions, panels, and networking opportunities. The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including crisis response, Medicaid challenges, and legislative insights. Participants will have the chance to hear from experts and engage in discussions that will influence the future of behavioral health and I/DD services.
Mental Health Conferences
2025 Legislative and Policy Conference
The 2025 Legislative and Policy Conference is a gathering of state and local behavioral health and I/DD leaders in Washington, D.C., focusing on critical topics shaping the future of behavioral health.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: March 4–6, 2025
Location: National Association of County Behavioral Health & Developmental Disability Directors
City/State: Washington, District of Columbia
Address: North Capitol Street Northwest 660, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
National Association of County Behavioral Health & Developmental Disability Directors
This is the group that put together this event.
Email: gpennix@nacbhd.org
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $400.00 | NACBHDD Member | Member Price |
| $550.00 | Non-Member | Standard Price |
| $2000.00 | Per Coffee Break - Corporate Sponsors | Standard Price |
| $3500.00 | Both Days Coffee Break - Corporate Sponsors | Standard Price |
| $3000.00 | One Day Breakfast - Corporate Sponsors (Sold Out) | Standard Price |
| $5000.00 | Both Days Breakfast - Corporate Sponsors | Standard Price |
| $4000.00 | One Day Lunch - Corporate Sponsors | Standard Price |
| $6000.00 | Both Days Lunch - Corporate Sponsors | Standard Price |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference spans three days, starting with a breakfast and board meeting on the first day, followed by various panels and keynote sessions on subsequent days. Topics include crisis response, legislative panels, and Medicaid discussions.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Michele Gazda
Associate Director of Health Program, Bipartisan Policy Center
Sarah Hohman
MPH, CRHCP, Director of Government Affairs at National Association of Rural Health Clinics
Jonathan Purtle
DrPH, MSc, Associate Professor at Department of Public Health Policy & Management, NYU
Cherryl Ramirez
Executive Director of Association of Oregon Community Mental Health Programs
Jennifer Battle
MSW, Vice President at Community Access and Engagement, The Harris Center for Mental Health and I/DD
Travis Atkinson
Director of Clinical & Crisis Services at TBD Solutions
Joseph "Chip" Johnston
Executive Director of Centra Wellness Network
Andrew Kessler
JD, Principal at Slingshot Solutions
Al Guida Jr.
JD, President & CEO of Guide Consulting Services, Inc.
Dara Lieberman
MPP, Director of Government Relations at Trust for America’s Health
Elise Aguilar
JD, Senior Director of Federal Relations, ANCOR
Kellie Kubena
Rural Health Liaison at USDA
Marissa Farina-Morse
Associate Deputy Director of Justice Systems and Behavioral Health, U.S. Department of Justice
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
Suggested hotels are available for download, but NACBHDD will not be providing a hotel block.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Corporate sponsors have various options for sponsorship, including coffee breaks and lunches. More information can be obtained by contacting the organizer.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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