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Founded in 1908, the National Governors Association (NGA) is the bipartisan organization of the nation’s 55 governors. Through NGA, governors share best practices, address issues of national and state interest and share innovative solutions that improve state government and support the principles of federalism.

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Key Takeaways: SNAP Quality Control Continuum Briefing

Key Takeaways: SNAP Quality Control Continuum Briefing

On October 10, NGA hosted a call on the SNAP Quality Control Continuum as part of its SNAP 101 series to ...
Governors Revamp Workforce System Governance to Strengthen Coordination and Outcomes

Governors Revamp Workforce System Governance to Strengthen Coordination and Outcomes

As the labor market begins to shift and federal workforce development priorities evolve, Governors are transforming the way they operate ...
National Governors Association Announces Retirement of Executive Director Bill McBride

National Governors Association Announces Retirement of Executive Director Bill McBride

Washington, D.C. — The National Governors Association (NGA) Executive Director, Bill McBride, has announced that he will retire and leave ...
Governors Focus on Distraction-Free Learning

Governors Focus on Distraction-Free Learning

“The research is clear, cellphone use can create a trifecta of consequences for our young people – mental health issues, ...
Leveraging the Rural Health Transformation Program to Improve Behavioral Health Outcomes

Leveraging the Rural Health Transformation Program to Improve Behavioral Health Outcomes

Physical and mental well-being are closely intertwined, and both are essential for people to lead their healthiest and most productive ...
NGA Statement on Congressional Budget Impasse

NGA Statement on Congressional Budget Impasse

Today, NGA Chair Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and Vice Chair Maryland Governor Wes Moore issued the following statement on the ...
Governors Working for the Workforce

Governors Working for the Workforce

Workforce Development Month is a nationwide celebration recognizing the vital role workforce development plays in helping Americans build the skills ...
Preparedness Starts at Home 

Preparedness Starts at Home 

National Preparedness Month is observed every September to promote disaster and emergency readiness among individuals, families and communities. Each year, ...

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