The hallmark of The Council of State Governments is its ability to foster the exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy through national and regional forums. We hope that you can join CSG and its affiliate organizations at one--or all--of the following events. Mark your calendar now, and plan to network, create problem-solving partnerships and help spread the innovative work of the states.
2021
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
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CSG University: Welcome to the Legislature | 2 p.m. Eastern
Feb 8: What Does Success Looks Like
As new members of the legislature set legislative goals and identify ways to grow their leadership experience, many will begin to define what their own personal success will look like during their service. This session will bring together legislative Chamber leaders — Senate Presidents and House Speakers — to share lessons learned during their tenures, choices made as they gained experience and leadership roles and guidance they provide to new members of their own Chambers as they impart in their new legislative journeys.
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Feb 22: The ABC’s of Communicating with Constituents
Veteran lawmakers will impart practices and protocols that have worked (and not worked) in their legislative service for communicating with constituents. Establishing norms for sharing the work of the legislature and your efforts as part of the process will be a cornerstone of your legislative service. Peers from around the country will share tips and tricks on managing your inbox, e-newsletters, social media and communicating with your constituents through traditional media.
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These sessions are geared toward newly elected officials
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CSG 2021 Forecast for Legislative Leaders | 2 p.m. Eastern
Feb 5: A Look Ahead with Executive Directors/CEOs from Big 7 Organizations
Feb 19: 2021 Fiscal Forecast
For more information please email registration@csg.org
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CSG University | 2 p.m. Eastern
Mar 8: Dream to Draft: How to Write Effective Legislation
Many new lawmakers run on issues that they plan to champion in the legislature. This session will bring together longtime senior staff and policymakers on best practices for drafting and championing successful legislation. In some states, thousands of pieces of legislation are introduced each year. These experts will share how effective legislation makes it into law.
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Mar 22: Planning a Productive Committee Meeting
This session will ready new lawmakers who have been tapped to serve in committee leadership or prepare for their first meetings as a member. Hear from seasoned committee leaders and senior staff on the elements of planning a productive committee meeting.
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These sessions are geared toward newly elected officials
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CSG 2021 Forecast for Legislative Leaders | 2 p.m. Eastern
Mar 8: 2021 Legislative Session Trends
Mar 19: The Role of States in COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment
For more information please email registration@csg.org
July 2021
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75th Annual Meeting of the Midwestern Legislative Conference
July 11 – 14, Rapid City, SD. For more information please call 630.925.1922 or email csgm@csg.org.
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CSG South: Southern Legislative Conference (SLC) 75th Annual Meeting
July 10 – 14; Nashville, TN. Contact CSG South at (404) 633-1866 or slc@csg.org for more information.
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