Closing the Gap: Strengthening Programs through Accuracy, Training, and Data through H.R. 1 Implementation

As human services agencies prepare to implement changes associated with H.R. 1, accurate program administration, staff training, and reliable data become increasingly important. The National Staff Development & Training Association (NSDTA), an affinity group of the American Public Human Services Association (APHSA), will host a Learning Exchange on November 19, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. ET to focus on strengthening program operations through accuracy, training, and data. This session will offer an opportunity for human services professionals to consider how staff development and data practices can support effective implementation and help agencies respond to changing program requirements. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) administrators and practitioners may find the discussion useful as they assess staff training needs, strengthen quality assurance practices, and consider how accurate information can support program compliance and service delivery.