 On January 11, 2007, the Conference leadership approved the annual ten-point platform called "Strong Cities, Strong Families for a Strong America", including positions on energy policy and homeland security, and support for Community development block grants (CDBG), government sponsored enterprises, the State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIPS), and the Workforce Investment Act.In 2008, travel and tourism were part of the plan for the first time.In the past, the Conference has taken stances against Ronald Reagan's 1983 budget.