CSG's Economic Summit of the States, May 20-23
Dear Colleagues,
At a time when the nation faces one of the most daunting fiscal challenges in our history, The Council of State Governments is convening the Economic Summit of the States, May 20-23, in New York City. As the nation’s only nonpartisan, neutral convener of state government officials from all three branches, CSG has planned this Economic Summit to provide a platform for state legislators, key legislative staff, state executive branch officials, state judicial officials and private sector partners to exchange ideas and insights, develop creative solutions and consider how to transform state government and the economies of the states.
The summit is designed to provide state government leaders with vital information and strategies on how to lead their respective states through these turbulent economic times. Beginning Thursday, May 20, the summit will feature a series of “insight” panels that are designed to both inform attendees and inspire discussion of the most important elements of the economic crisis. These insight panels will feature experts including state budget directors, appropriations committee chairs, legislative leadership and governors discussing topics ranging from managing current budget shortfalls to generating long-term job creation and prosperity.
You will also have the opportunity to participate in interactive breakout sessions focused on the fiscal impact of Medicaid, public safety, energy, infrastructure and education policy. These discussions generated in the breakout sessions are meant to provide you with innovative ideas you can put into action in your state.
In the current financial climate, state leaders have asked for a forum that provides first-hand insights on how evidence-based, data-driven solutions are producing better results with fewer taxpayer dollars. The leadership team at CSG is confident the Economic Summit of the States will provide you with the opportunity to discuss innovative ideas and create effective solutions.
We hope you are able to join us in New York as we work to turn ideas into action. Your participation is essential to the success of the summit. Please register today.
| South Dakota Gov. Mike Rounds | Kentucky Senate President David L. Williams |
| CSG 2010 President | CSG 2010 Chair |
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