
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.
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Early Wins: A Tailored Tool For A Big Problem

State and Local Leaders Urge Congress to Extend TANF Program

Governors Urge Congress to pass appropriations for fiscal year 2024

State Workforce Leaders Explore Opportunities for Strategic Leadership at NGA Summer Workforce Symposium in Fargo
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How Six States Are Planning To Advance Digital Skills For Equitable Economic Participation

Governors are prioritizing digital skill development across the education and training continuum, from K-12 curriculum to upskilling and reskilling for workers and adult learners.
Meet The Team
- Jack Porter, Senior Policy Analyst
- Sally Rood, Senior Policy Analyst
- Jordan Morang, Policy Analyst
- Sophia Yager, Policy Analyst
- Abigail Rhim, Policy Coordinator
Projects
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NGA Workforce Innovation Network
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Expanding Disability Employment
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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

Governors Focus on Affordable Housing

Expanding Child Care for Student Parents and Training Pathways for Early Childhood Educators

Academic and Career Success – 2023 NGA Winter Meeting Task Force Meeting

Workforce Shortages And Opportunities – 2023 NGA Winter Meeting

Governors, Business Leaders Discuss Workforce Shortages, Opportunities

Workforce Development in the IIJA, CHIPS and IRA

Engaging Employers in the Apprenticeship System through IRA Tax Incentives

Disability Employment

How Governors Can Execute Their Vision for Workforce Development: Policy Levers Available Through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
Economic Policy Library

NGA 2022 Summer Meeting

Letter on FY2023 Appropriations – Economic Recovery and Revitalization Task Force

Letter on FY2023 Appropriations – Economic Recovery and Revitalization Task Force

Learning from State Regulatory Streamlining Efforts

One-Stop Portals Help Businesses Navigate State Regulations

Briefing on Post Enumeration Census Results

Governors Commend Bipartisan $10 Billion COVID Relief Agreement, Urge Passage

Governors Urge Congress to Find Agreement on Innovation and Competition Legislation
