State of the state addresses are important annual traditions for many governors, providing an opportunity for governors to communicate directly with their constituents and set the tone for the year’s legislative session. ... Read More
NGA Chair Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma and Vice Chair Governor Wes Moore of Maryland issued the following statement regarding the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C.: “The ... Read More
Gov. Spanberger addresses national gathering of state broadband officials, federal partners and internet service providers Alexandria, Va. – The National Governors Association (NGA) this week convened leadership across ... Read More
Govs. Stitt, Shapiro, Meyer, Morrisey, Sherrill Join Forces in Philadelphia Philadelphia – A bipartisan group of governors gathered in Philadelphia today to highlight state progress on energy innovation and to reiterate ... Read More
Public safety and disaster preparedness emerged as central priorities in 2026 State of the State addresses, with Governors emphasizing proactive, state led strategies to protect communities, reduce crime and ... Read More
New businesses – including small businesses – are the backbone of the economy. They drive job growth, reduce poverty and strengthen GDP. Yet, the rate of new business formation in America has fallen by nearly half over ... Read More
Solvitur Ambulando It is solved by walking. Whether attributed to St. Augustine or Diogenes, some ancient ideas are timeless for a reason. In the case of walking, the reasons ... Read More
Education has been top of mind for Governors across the country as they have delivered their 2026 State of the State addresses. Across party lines and geographic regions, Governors have highlighted schools as central to ... Read More
Across the country, Governors from coast to coast made healthcare a centerpiece of their 2026 legislative addresses—identifying common challenges around rural access, workforce shortages, rising costs, and behavioral ... Read More
Last week, at the National League of Cities 2026 Congressional City Conference, I had the pleasure of joining leaders from the nation’s top public-sector associations for a candid conversation about the ... Read More
A top priority in Governors’ 2026 State of the State addresses is housing affordability and supply. From accelerating construction to lowering costs for first-time buyers, Governors are ... Read More
Washington, DC – Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon, co-chairs of the National Governors Association (NGA) Education, Workforce and Community Investment Task Force, released the following ... Read More