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Advocacy Chat Recordings

Learn from Josh Hanford, VLCT’s Director of Intergovernmental Relations, and Samantha Sheehan, VLCT’s Municipal Policy and Advocacy Specialist, what’s happening in the State House during the 2026 legislative session. This series covers what progress has been made on the issues that matter most to local government. 


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Recorded sessions reflect the current information at the time of the recording. For the most current information, members should refer to our Advocacy Topics page or contact us at info@vlct.org or 1-800-648-7915. 

This page may expire at any time due to changes to the laws and/or topics discussed, or because a newer training replaces it. 

Watch & listen to anticipate what’s in store for the 2026 legislative session. Learn from Josh Hanford and Samantha Sheehan about the progress that has been made since June on the issues that matter most to local government. Also hear what your municipal colleagues from around the state have to say about the hot topics and share your concerns and ideas for legislative action.