NGA Library
Our nation’s Governors are dedicated to leading bipartisan solutions that improve citizens’ lives. Through NGA, Governors identify priority issues and deal with matters of public policy and governance at the state, national and global levels. NGA teams work side-by-side with state leaders to identify challenges and develop solutions. View NGA products below, filterable by content type and topic.
COVID-19 Vaccine Communications Resources
Communication is a critical component of successful distribution, administration, and uptake of COVID-19 vaccines. Governors recognize the importance of effective ...
A Strong National Economy Depends on Strong States and Territories
Topline Through prudent fiscal management and due to fundamental strengths in the broader economy, states and territories have so far ...
Supporting A Trained Direct Care Workforce In Facility Settings During And After The Covid-19 Pandemic
The direct care workforce is a critical component of a well-functioning health system. These occupations are reliable entry points into ...
Rethinking Occupational Licensing After COVID-19: The Governor’s Role
The Occupational Licensing Final Report: Assessing State Policies and Practices highlights lessons learned from the consortiums’ work with 16 states ...
Unemployment Insurance During COVID-19
This memo describes: What current unemployment assistance flexibilities exist under the CARES Act and Continued Assistance Act; What presidential actions ...
How to Support the National Guard As It Supports the Needs of the Nation
Given all that the Guard has done and continues to do for this nation, the federal and state governments should ...
State COVID-19 Vaccine Resources
Governors of states and territories, working in close collaboration with local partners, have responsibility for a wide array of activities ...
COVID-19 Outbreaks: State Reporting By Setting
This resource was developed to identify states that have defined and are reporting setting-specific outbreaks as of November 2020 and ...
New Relief Coming From Washington – What Does This Mean For Rental and Utility Assistance?
Through the new Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Governors and local officials are providing emergency rental and utility assistance for effected ...
National Governors Association, Cognizant U.S. Foundation Launch Workforce Innovation Network to Support a Robust, Equitable Recovery
As Governors lead efforts to promote equitable and forward-looking economic recovery in their states and territories, the National Governors Association ...
COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization and Administration in Correctional Settings
This memorandum provides an overview of how states have prioritized correctional staff and incarcerated individuals as part of publicly available ...
Allocating COVID-19 Vaccines in Initial Phases of Distribution: Federal Recommendations and Considerations for States
This memorandum summarizes federal recommendations regarding who should receive the initially limited vaccine first, how states are approaching allocation and ...
