State leaders from Hawaii hosted CSG and policymakers from California, Minnesota and Washington in late February to discuss successful policy strategies used to create a responsive and sustainable long-term care system. The day-long summit gathering more than 50 state policymakers and stakeholders included numerous policy examples by CSG from each of the seven state strategies to revitalize the long-term care workforce.
Continue readingReentry 2030
Reentry 2030 is a group-led national initiative supported by the CSG Justice Center that intends to advance the success of those leaving prison and those under supervision. States that join the initiative will receive the assistance and resources necessary to reach the concrete goals set to support the formerly incarcerated.
Continue reading2024 CSG Leadership: Connecticut Rep. Kevin Ryan, National Chair
CSG welcomes its 2024 national leadership team, including Connecticut Assistant Deputy Speaker Pro Tempore Kevin Ryan, who will serve as CSG National Chair. He and his fellow national officers spoke on the importance of leading CSG with bipartisan-ship and communication in mind — an effort that advances the organization’s mission to foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas amongst state leaders.
Continue reading2024 CSG Leadership: Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, National President
CSG welcomes its 2024 national leadership team, including Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, who will serve as CSG National President. He and his fellow national officers spoke on the importance of leading CSG with bipartisanship and communication in mind — an effort that advances the organization’s mission to foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas amongst state leaders.
Continue reading2024 CSG Leadership: Illinois Sen. Elgie Sims, National Chair-Elect
CSG welcomes its 2024 national leadership team, including Illinois Sen. Elgie Sims, who will serve as CSG National Chair-Elect. He and his fellow national officers spoke on the importance of leading CSG with bipartisanship and communication in mind — an effort that advances the organization’s mission to foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas amongst state leaders.
Continue reading2024 CSG Leadership: California Assemblymember Mike Gipson, National Vice Chair
CSG welcomes its 2024 national leadership team, including California Assemblymember Mike Gipson, who will serve as CSG National Vice Chair. He and his fellow national officers spoke on the importance of leading CSG with bipartisanship and communication in mind — an effort that advances the organization’s mission to foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas amongst state leaders.
Continue reading2024 CSG Leadership: Regional Leaders
CSG welcomes its 2024 regional leadership team, comprised of state leaders from Maryland, Ohio, Oregon and West Virginia.
Continue readingWhat Does AI Policy Look Like?
State leaders are grappling with a new and exciting tool: artificial intelligence. As policymakers race to regulate the emerging industry, they can look to their fellow legislators and industry experts for guidance. Since 2019, 17 states have enacted 29 bills focused on regulating the design, development and use of AI. These bills primarily address two regulatory concerns: data privacy and accountability.
Continue readingHot Topics in 2024
Each year brings new challenges and innovative solutions for policymakers across the country. CSG experts identified five policy areas set to make a big impact in the coming year, including workforce development and infrastructure revitalization. Learn how CSG can help research and connect leaders with state-focused solutions.
Continue readingIs Daylight Saving Time Worth Saving?
Momentum to eliminate seasonal time changes seemingly faded after receiving House approval in 2022, leaving many Americans wondering if a nationally enacted standard time will ever come. Data suggests more than 60% of the country is in favor of such a move. A growing number of bills addressing the matter have appeared in legislatures across the country in recent years. In 2023 alone, 29 states considered legislation related to daylight saving time.
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