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20 Oct 2020

Nearly 90% of Coronavirus Relief Funds Already Allocated

Governors have demonstrated responsible, thoughtful stewardship of the federal coronavirus funding that they have received so far. CARES Act funds have been crucial to states’ ability to combat COVID-19. Governors…

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Publications

20 Oct 2020

Governors Leading on Energy Transitions: An Overview of State Energy Goals

This paper provides an overview of current Governor leadership on advancing clean energy. (View/Download) Introduction Governors are leading on incentivizing…

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Advocacy Communications, NGA Letters

19 Oct 2020

Working Together for Vaccine Distribution

The distribution and implementation of the vaccine is a massive undertaking that cannot be managed without significant logistical coordination, planning…

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Publications

19 Oct 2020

Managing Cyber Threats through Effective Governance: A Call to Action for Governors and State Legislatures

This document is a Call to Action for governors and state legislatures to improve their cybersecurity risk management capabilities by…

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Policy Memos

16 Oct 2020

COVID-19 Health and Safety Measures for Elections

This memorandum provides an overview of practices implemented by election officials and considerations for Governors to help reduce the risks…

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Advocacy Communications, Executive Committee Letters, NGA Letters

15 Oct 2020

NGA Leadership Letter Requesting White House Meeting on Vaccine Distribution

Dear Mr. President, States have been at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19, working tirelessly to protect and care for…

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Policy Memos

Young woman with her grandmother, discussing the coronavirus. Both with protective masks on their face.

15 Oct 2020

State Actions Addressing COVID-19 in Long-Term Care Facilities

This table provides an overview of notable state actions to address COVID-19 in long-term care facilities. (View/Download) This table provides…

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Publications

15 Oct 2020

State Resilience and Assessment Planning Tool

The State Resilience and Assessment Planning Tool was created to help Governors and their staffs assess state resilience, identify gaps,…

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Webinars

14 Oct 2020

Creating an Agenda for Workforce Recovery: A Workshop Series for States

A four-part design workshop series for Governors' advisors and state leaders to facilitate peer-learning, collaboration and the creation of a…

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Advocacy Communications, NGA Letters

14 Oct 2020

Joint Letter on Water Resources Development Act Reauthorization

"We look forward to working with you to ensure the safety and modernization of our nation’s water infrastructure and water…

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Press Releases

In a photo provided by the Michigan Office of the Governor, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addresses the state during a speech in Lansing, Mich., Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. The governor delivered remarks addressing Michiganders after the Michigan Attorney General, Michigan State Police, U.S. Department of Justice, and FBI announced state and federal charges against 13 members of two militia groups who were preparing to kidnap and possibly kill the governor. (Michigan Office of the Governor via AP)

09 Oct 2020

National Governors Association Leadership Condemns Plot Against Michigan Governor, Praises State and Federal Response

New York Governor and National Governors Association Chairman Andrew Cuomo and Arkansas Governor and NGA Vice Chairman Asa Hutchinson issued…

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Policy Memos

07 Oct 2020

State Guidance for Halloween, Día de los Muertos and other Fall Activities during COVID-19

This list addresses statewide guidance for Halloween, Día de los Muertos, and Fall activities during COVID-19 and does not address…

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