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Happening this week: The Department of Education proposed a rule that would require state education grant recipients to comply with all executive orders.
Read more in today's #CapitoltoCapitol: bit.ly/46Eh9XW
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Youth justice remains a perennial issue in states, requiring lawmakers to balance the interests of accountability and public safety with the welfare and rehabilitation of young people.
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In 32 states, individuals without a law degree can preside as judges in some lower-level state courts with minimal training.
Learn more in this week's #MapMonday: bit.ly/3TI9kxl
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Join us virtually on October 21–22 for a meeting featuring 25+ sessions covering elections, workforce, health, technology, and more.
If you're a legislative staff, this event is tailored just for you.
Register now: NCSL.org/BaseCamp #NCSLBaseCamp
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Over the past decade, early and absentee/mail voting has been one of the leading topics of state legislative action on election administration. Overall, the trend has been to expand absentee and mail voting laws.
Read more: bit.ly/4dUcPaO
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New federal SNAP rules are pushing states to rethink budgets, technology, staffing and how they help families keep food on the table.
Read more: bit.ly/4ArVn7c #NCSLsummit
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In this year’s legislative sessions, state policymakers put in place results-driven governing strategies to determine whether public programs are working as intended.
Read more: bit.ly/4Atwok5
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Happening this week: The Department of Education proposed a rule that would require state education grant recipients to comply with all executive orders.
Read more in today's #CapitoltoCapitol: bit.ly/46Eh9XW
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States are increasingly reclassifying 911 operators and emergency communications staff as first responders to better reflect the reality of their role in emergency response.
Read more: bit.ly/4huI1Pc
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The Rural Health Transformation Program provides $50 billion for states to dedicate to rural health. States have until Nov. 5 to submit their applications.
Learn more about the program and how states can use the RHTP funds: bit.ly/3TaROBL
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In 32 states, individuals without a law degree can preside as judges in some lower-level state courts with minimal training.
Learn more in this week's #MapMonday: bit.ly/3TI9kxl
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In this year’s legislative sessions, state policymakers put in place results-driven governing strategies to determine whether public programs are working as intended.
Read more: bit.ly/4Atwok5
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Join Sen. Claire Wilson and Sen. Jim Burgin for a candid conversation about their new report on strengthening childcare systems. They will also talk about legislative strategies that emphasize quality, affordability and accessibility.
TODAY at 1pm ET: bit.ly/468R6Yv
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Various courts have ruled that state fair campaign practice laws can infringe on free speech rights.
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Happening this week: The Department of Education proposed a rule that would require state education grant recipients to comply with all executive orders.
Read more in today's #CapitoltoCapitol: bit.ly/46Eh9XW
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Adverse childhood experiences are potentially traumatic events that occur during childhood.
This report highlights current research, policy considerations and state strategies to prevent ACEs, strengthen protective factors and reduce long-term harms: bit.ly/4ArTGa0
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Join Sen. Claire Wilson and Sen. Jim Burgin for a candid conversation about their new report on strengthening childcare systems. They will also talk about legislative strategies that emphasize quality, affordability and accessibility.
Tomorrow at 1pm ET: bit.ly/468R6Yv
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Policymakers are increasingly focused on improving implementation by clarifying licensing processes, strengthening support programs, and ensuring military experience is appropriately recognized by licensing boards.
Read more: bit.ly/4h3jY9D
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The Rural Health Transformation Program provides $50 billion for states to dedicate to rural health. States have until Nov. 5 to submit their applications.
Learn more about the program and how states can use the RHTP funds: bit.ly/3TaROBL
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Over the past decade, early and absentee/mail voting has been one of the leading topics of state legislative action on election administration. Overall, the trend has been to expand absentee and mail voting laws.
Read more: bit.ly/4dUcPaO
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