Rural communities are foundational to the nation’s health and economy. With nearly 60 million people living in rural America, these communities help sustain America’s food systems, safeguard energy grids and anchor ... Read More
Governors want everyone in their states to have a shot at living their own American Dream. That means not only creating jobs but ensuring jobseekers have the preparation and opportunity to fill them – all while taking ... Read More
The country’s First Spouses gathered in Colorado Springs during the 2025 NGA Summer Meeting to focus on ways Governors and First Spouses can highlight the history of the United States, especially leading up to next ... Read More
National Governors Association to work with Maryland, Montana, North Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, and Washington to help them develop and implement policy agendas to advance high-quality youth apprenticeship opportunities. ... Read More
“Permitting reform is one of those issues where both Republicans and Democrats recognize the problem, we largely agree on solutions, and Congress gets close year after year to doing something. But somehow it just never ... Read More
At a time when many Americans feel disillusioned by national politics, we offer this reminder: Governors still lead. Governors still listen. And governors still deliver results. By Governor Kevin Stitt and Governor Wes Moore ... Read More
At NGA’s Summer Meeting in Colorado Springs, new NGA Chair Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt announced his 2025-2026 Chair’s Initiative, Reigniting the American Dream. The yearlong Reigniting the American Dream initiative ... Read More
WASHINGTON – Today, National Governors Association (NGA) Chair Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and Vice Chair Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a joint effort to expand access to good jobs and reignite the American Dream ... Read More
Experts Weigh In on the Education Roadmap for Governors Washington, D.C. – Former NGA Chair Colorado Governor Jared Polis unveiled an Education Roadmap for Governors last week, building on his yearlong initiative, ... Read More
Governors are responsible for the well-being of residents in their states and territories, working daily on a host of issues impacting individuals and communities. Within this broad portfolio is ensuring the effectiveness of ... Read More
Each year, the Chair of the National Governors Association runs an initiative aimed at doing what Governors do best: improving the lives of the American people. Launched last year at the 2024 NGA Summer Meeting, Colorado ... Read More
Maryland Governor Wes Moore Elected Vice Chair Colorado Springs – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt was elected Chair of the National Governors Association (NGA) — the bipartisan voice of the 55 states, territories and ... Read More