Leveraging H.R.1 to Advance State Integrated Data Systems

Join the Multistate Data Collaborative (MSDC) on Aug. 27 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET Learn-and-Share Series for a discussion featuring experts in integrated public data systems and public policy. They will share practical perspectives on the opportunities created by H.R.1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act) and how states can leverage implementation efforts to strengthen their data infrastructure.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Participants will explore how states can:

• Meet the requirements of H.R.1 while modernizing data systems.
• Learn practical strategies to improve data integration across human services, workforce, and education.
• Explore how state agencies can leverage H.R.1 to build long-term, cross-sector data infrastructure that supports more efficient operations and better outcomes for program participants.

PRESENTERS

• Kathy Stack, Senior Policy Fellow, Tobin Center for Economic Policy, Yale University
• Robert McGough, Chief Data Officer, Arkansas Department of Shared Administrative Services
• Josh Martin, Founder, Martin Innovation

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This webinar is designed for staff of state and federal agencies implementing workforce, education, health, and human services programs.

The deadline to register for this event is Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, or earlier if capacity is reached.