Workforce and economic development are at the top of Governors’ agendas in 2026. Governors are making investments to attract and expand businesses in key sectors, increasing education and training opportunities to build a ...
Governors and coalition of local, county, state organizations urge Congressional fix Washington, D.C. – Changes in funding policies for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP), combined with disruptions ...
Officials on the frontlines of SNAP benefits administration across the nation are warning Congress about a little-known legislative provision with a huge impact on state budgets – an impact supercharged by the government ...
Governors and their teams stepped up to provide crucial support and safeguard the well-being of their communities during the 43 days of the 2025 federal shutdown. The shutdown demonstrated Governors’ ability to maintain ...
A recent college graduate working out of her parents’ garage. A husband-and-wife team whose homemade soda was discovered at a farmers market. A Wall Street executive whose real passion is museums. And a ...
Governors play a critical role in maintaining the nation’s homeland security and are responsible for protecting people, property and businesses within their respective states and territories. This year, Governors and their ...
Through emergency response, behavioral health investments, maternal health protections, nutrition innovations, rural health transformation, and workforce development, Governors have demonstrated that effective ...
Throughout 2025, Governors across the nation demonstrated extraordinary leadership in transforming workforce development systems to meet the evolving needs of their states. From expanding apprenticeship programs to ...
Washington, D.C. – NGA Chair Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and Vice Chair Maryland Governor Wes Moore welcomed inclusion of the Safer Skies Act in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The language – a key ...
Education is one of the largest elements of Governors’ budgets, and as an organization dedicated to supporting Governors’ work, it should come as no surprise that education was a strong focus of NGA this year as well. ...
“Reigniting the American Dream” event in Austin highlights business-friendly policies, career-connected learning Austin, Texas – NGA Chair Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt convened business and education leaders in Austin ...
Governors from across the country have long recognized the importance of infrastructure as a foundation of community well-being and economic growth, and 2025 was no exception. This year, states and territories prioritized ...