Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Homeland Security, Emergency Management and Public Safety Assuring the safety and security of citizens is one of the paramount duties of governors. Governors continually work to address many long-standing challenges. National Governors Association
Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Cybersecurity With rapidly evolving and increasingly complex cyber incidents on the rise, governors support a comprehensive approach to protect critical infrastructure assets and sensitive information systems. National Governors Association
Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Armed Forces Governors strongly appreciate the efforts and sacrifices made by the men and women of the armed forces — active duty, reserve, National Guard and veterans. National Governors Association
Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Veterans Affairs Governors strongly support providing services to our nation’s veterans and their families and urge the federal government to work with states to help veterans. National Governors Association
Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Immigration Governors urge Congress and the Administration to enact immigration reform that strengthens the economy and our communities and secures our borders and ports. National Governors Association
Natural Resources Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Environmental Protection The nation’s governors are committed to protecting public health and conserving the environment. National Governors Association
Natural Resources Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Domestic Energy Governors call on Congress to supplement state efforts by promoting federal policies that encourage environmentally responsible, secure, efficient and affordable energy production and use. National Governors Association
Natural Resources Committee Policy Positions, Policy Positions 26 Feb 2017 Natural Resources The nation’s governors are concerned about the growing challenges facing both state and federal agencies in managing and protecting our natural resources. National Governors Association
News, Press Releases 25 Feb 2017 Early Education Takes Center Stage At Governors’ Opening Session WASHINGTON—At the opening session of the National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting, governors discussed early childhood education and its importance in building a strong foundation for economic success in the… National Governors Association
News, Press Releases 23 Feb 2017 NGA Winter Meeting Breaks Attendance Record WASHINGTON—At the 2017 National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting this weekend, there will be a record number of attendees, including at least 46 governors. “I am pleased so many governors will be… National Governors Association
Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee Testimony, Testimony 14 Feb 2017 Testimony – FEMA Recommendations STATEMENT FOR THE RECORD Captain Chris A. Kelenske Deputy State Director/Commander Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division Michigan State Police On behalf of The National Governors Association and the Governors… National Governors Association
News, Press Releases 13 Feb 2017 Gov. Branstad Commemorated at 2017 NGA Winter Meeting WASHINGTON—On Sunday, Feb. 26, Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad will receive an award for his service as the nation’s longest-serving governor ever at the National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting. “On behalf of… National Governors Association
