Whats Happening At CSG

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT CSG?

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CSG Forms 2019–2020

In the next biennium, CSG will focus its public policy and programming work on two issues that are vital to states—health and the future of work—by convening two national public policy task forces on these policy areas. The first task force, “Healthy States—What Works,” will identify ways in which states can improve outcomes and reduce costs in health care, which accounts for the biggest expense in state government. The second task force, “The Future of Work—Navigating the New Economy,” is aimed at empowering state officials with the knowledge they need to build their state economies and adapt to accelerating technological change. Digitalization, cloud computing, block chain, globalization, automation, artificial intelligence, robots, drones, cybersecurity, data mapping, autonomous vehicles and privacy concerns are just a few of the issues that surround the public policy challenges in this area.

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Shared State Legislation Submissions

The CSG Shared State Legislation, or SSL, Committee will convene its next meeting July 19 in Big Sky, Montana, in conjunction with the CSG West Annual meeting, where it will consider a docket of proposed state legislation for inclusion in the SSL volume. All CSG members are encouraged to submit legislation for the docket. To be eligible, the legislation must have been enacted in at least one state and address a current state issue of regional or national significance; provide a benefit to bill drafters; and provide a clear, innovative and practical structure and approach. To submit a bill for consideration, please send the relevant information to ssl@csg.org by May 1.

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Upcoming Regional Leadership Programs

Leadership development programs offered in each of the CSG regions are designed to equip talented state policymakers with the skills and strategies they need to meet the unique challenges they face in their states and regions. Each of the four programs attracts emerging state leaders who are striving to improve state government and their personal effectiveness as public servants. Find out more about CSG East’s Eastern Leadership Academy, CSG Midwest’s Bowhay Institute for Legislative Leadership Development, CSG South’s Center for the Advancement of Leadership Skills, and CSG West’s Western Legislative Academy at csg.org/csg_regional_programs.aspx.

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2019 Toll Fellowship Applications Now Available

The Council of State Governments Henry Toll Fellowship convenes 48 state officials from all three branches of state government each year for a weeklong leadership development program designed to stimulate personal assessment and growth. CSG is now accepting applications for the 2019 program. The application can be found online at csg.org/tollfellows. The program will take place at the Hyatt Regency in Lexington, Kentucky, Aug. 23–27. Participants selected for the 2019 Henry Toll Fellowship will be required to attend the 2019 Toll Fellowship Graduation Ceremony, which will be held during the CSG 2019 National Conference in Puerto Rico in December.

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Policy Analyst Speaks About Occupational Licensing at FARB Forum

Matt Shafer, CSG senior policy analyst, spoke in January at the Federation of Associations of Regulatory Boards, or FARB, annual forum in New Orleans. Shafer spoke about CSG’s work on occupational licensing policy, the National Center for Interstate Compacts, and research on the impact of licensing on wages and employment for certain states and occupations. FARB represents members of state regulatory boards, and seeks to champion regulatory excellence. Participants benefited from hearing about CSG’s work to enhance licensure portability, which is a workforce priority for many state boards.