
Workforce Development & Economic Policy
A top priority of the nation’s Governors is expanding economic opportunity and advancing the nation’s global competitiveness by developing the skilled workforce and economic environment required for individuals, businesses and communities to thrive and prosper. As the chief executive officers of their states, Governors are responsible for setting strategic priorities that align workforce and economic development activities across their states toward a shared vision of societal and economic wellbeing. The NGA Center supports the nation’s Governors by sharing best practices and providing technical assistance services to state leaders including Governors’ economic policy advisors, Governors’ workforce development policy advisors, state economic development organization leaders, state workforce development board chairs and state workforce agency leaders. Focus areas include reducing barriers to economic participation; fostering economic dynamism and job growth; and providing training and employment opportunities that support employers’ talent needs and lead to family-sustaining careers.
COVID-19 Response & Recovery

Short-Time Compensation Programs as a COVID-19 Response and Recovery Strategy
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Key Steps and Considerations for Building a COVID-19 Contact Tracing Workforce
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State Strategies to Transition Dislocated and Incumbent Workers into High-Demand Industries
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Using Data To Advance Digital Skills: A State Playbook

To assist states in closing digital skill gaps and preparing for digital equity planning, this brief offers key questions and resources for state leaders to consider.
Meet Our Team
Rachael Stephens, Program Director
Sally Rood, Senior Policy Analyst
Jordan Morang, Policy Analyst
Sophia Yager, Policy Analyst
Katie Nichols, Policy Coordinator
Projects
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NGA Workforce Innovation Network
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The States’ Role in National Defense
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Workforce Development Technical Assistance Program
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Preparing the Future Workforce Now
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Rural Prosperity Through the Arts & Creative Sector
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Partnership to Advance Youth Apprenticeship
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Workforce Development Library

NGA 2022 Winter Meeting
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Lessons Learned in Workforce Innovation: How Ten Governors are Redesigning Workforce Systems for Better Employment Outcomes
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State of the States 2022
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Strengthening Work-Based Learning Programs
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Diversifying Partnerships for Success in Work-Based Learning
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Ability to Benefit Action Lab
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Leveraging Registered Apprenticeship to Build a Thriving and Inclusive Economy
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Return Utah: A Work-Based Learning Initiative for the Long-Term Out of Work
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Infrastructure and Workforce Development
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Economic Policy Library

Governors Hogan and Whitmer Testify on Importance of Infrastructure Investment
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Promoting Outdoor Recreation Through Health Policy
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Governors Propose Infrastructure Investments to Support Long Term Economic Recovery
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The Road Ahead: A Summary of State Economic Recovery Agendas
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National Governors Association Chair Andrew M. Cuomo and Vice Chair Asa Hutchinson Statement on Meeting With President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
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A Strong National Economy Depends on Strong States and Territories
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Unemployment Insurance During COVID-19
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2021 State of the States Addresses
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New Relief Coming From Washington – What Does This Mean For Rental and Utility Assistance?
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