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Confluence 2026 Conference

Plains to Peaks: Uniting for a Healthier Montana

Montana’s Annual Public and Environmental Health Conference 

When: April 14 - 16, 2026

Where: Billings, MT | Billings Hotel and Convention Center

Registration Rates: 

  • Member Registration*: $415 

  • Presenter Discounted Registration**: $315 (with code) 

  • Undergraduate Student Registration: $115 

  • Board of Health Member Registration: $230 

  • Non-Member Registration: $455 

    Asterisks * indicate additional information. Please see notes below.

Registration for 2026 is Open!

We recognize that conference registration rates increased this year (approximately $70 since Membership is not included). This adjustment was overdue and reflects rising longstanding event costs as well as necessary investments in professional event support to deliver a high-quality, well-run conference experience. At the same time, accessibility remains a priority. Registration rates are offset by a scholarship program to help ensure cost is not a barrier to participation. 

Membership Requirement*: Membership is required to attend the conference (with the exception of Board of Health members). Conference attendees must be active members of AMPHO, MPHA, or MEHA at the time of check-in or will be required to renew at check-in. 

  • MPHA & MEHA individual, student & retired memberships: $25–$50 

  • AMPHO membership: One Lead Local or Tribal Health Official per jurisdiction (membership fee is based on jurisdiction size) 

  • If the membership requirement poses a conflict of interest or other limitation to your attendance, please contact info@cphamt.org.

Membership ensures that the conference remains grounded in and responsive to Montana’s public and environmental health workforce and supports year-round professional development, peer learning, and policy engagement.  

Click here to join or renew membership. 

  • Board of Health Member? Learn more about this year’s BOH training here and funding here.

  • **The presenter rate is available to one primary presenter (abstract submitter) and one designated co-presenter per accepted session.


Scholarships & Financial Support 

The following scholarship options are available: 

  • 50% Registration Scholarship 

  • Sliding Scale Scholarship (25% off registration) 

  • Environmental Health Professionals & EH Support Staff: Additional support for registration and travel costs is available through MEHA’s Professional Development Fund: Apply Here

  • Scholarships are made possible through support from the DPHHS Public Health System Improvement Office and 2026 Conference Sponsors


Room Block Information

A discounted room rate of $139 per night is available at the Billings Hotel & Convention Center for conference attendees on April 13, 14, and 15. To book at the group rate, visit www.billingshotelmt.com, select “Book Now,” enter your stay dates, and choose Group ID. Use Group Code: 122220. We encourage attendees to book early, as availability is limited.


Ready to join us as a 2026 Conference Exhibitor?

Sign up here and secure your spot! Questions about being an exhibitor or sponsor? Reach out to isabelle.mcgrail@cphamt.org.


Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!