The Council of State Governments supports elected and appointed state officials in public service. It is described as the only nonpartisan, nonprofit organization serving all three branches of state government.

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The Council of State Governments | 15,659 followers on LinkedIn. Championing excellence in state governments, 90 years strong. | Founded in 1933, The Council of State Governments is our nation’s only organization serving all three branches of state government. CSG is a region-based forum that fosters the exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy. This offers unparalleled regional, national and international opportunities to network, develop leaders, collaborate and create problem-solving partnerships.

Director at The Council of State Governments

David N. Biette

Tim Hall, SHRM-SCP

Bob Paulson

National Director of Federal Affairs at The Council of State Governments

Jamal Nelson

What's next? That is the question at the forefront of every state leader's mind. At the CSG National Conference, attendees will explore pressing issues—from emerging technology to housing—and work together to shape the future of policy. Be part of the solution, register today. https://lnkd.in/ewT9SDSb

A South Carolina Department of Education survey, which received nearly 10,000 responses, found that 83% of high school teachers believe cellphones distract students in the classroom, and 92% support a policy to limit cellphone use. According to Pew Research Center , 72% of high school teachers find cellphones to be a major problem in the classroom. States are taking steps to reduce the usage of cellphones and other electronic devices in schools thanks to large bipartisan support and the backing of teachers. However, students and parents have mixed feelings about these bills. Read more about state approaches to the issue, including thoughts from the South Carolina Board of Education and Louisiana Sen. Beth Mizell: https://lnkd.in/eMnya-aC

In response to a growing prison population and high rates of revocation from supervision, Iowa requested support from the OJP Bureau of Justice Assistance in 2021 to address these issues. Using a Justice Reinvestment Initiative approach, we worked with a bipartisan, interbranch group of state leaders to evaluate data and current policies to improve the state’s public health and public safety outcomes. We have released our findings and proposed implementation priorities for the state to potentially reduce prison populations and improve successful community supervision, while protecting public safety and maintaining the health and safety of people involved in the criminal justice system. Read “The Justice Reinvestment Initiative in Iowa: Aligning Public Safety and Supervision Practices” now: https://lnkd.in/edNAscMn

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As we count down the final weeks to the 2024 CSG National Conference, anticipation is building for what will surely be an impactful gathering of state leaders from across the country. Join us and Illinois Sen. Elgie Sims ( Elgie Sims Jr. ), the CSG National Chair-Elect, in New Orleans for a week of collaboration and advancing the common good. https://lnkd.in/ewT9SDSb

Looking forward to presenting this The Council of State Governments webinar next week focused on Apprenticeship in K-12 Education. Connecting with policy makers in other states -- and in this case even other countries! -- is a great way to learn, engage, and share ideas. There's still time to sign up so please join us: https://lnkd.in/erpYDKaS

Josh Cutler

Exciting day representing the The Council of State Governments at a crucial meeting with Secretary Cardona and senior leaders from the Department of Education! We had an insightful discussion focused on our collective efforts to enhance the completion of the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

The Council of State Governments, the National Conference of State Legislatures , the National Association of Counties , the National League of Cities , and the United States Conference of Mayors , signed a joint letter urging Congress to reauthorize the Second Chance Act (SCA). “The Second Chance Reauthorization Act represents a critical investment in our communities, empowering states and local governments to create pathways to rehabilitation and reintegration for formerly incarcerated individuals. It enables states to implement innovative programs that reduce recidivism rates and promote successful transitions, ultimately benefiting public safety," said CSG National Director of Federal Affairs Jay Nelson. The SCA strengthens partnerships between local agencies and community-based organizations to enhance support for successful reintegration. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eg7cDkDP

Today and every day, we pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of our veteran communities. CSG thanks you for your service. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay https://lnkd.in/e3k9WA3n

🔍 #Reentry2030 News: Nebraska is laying out a strategic plan to improve their reentry efforts and reduce recidivism statewide. Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Director Rob Jeffreys recently shared how they’re working to expand access to jobs, housing, and community support. Read more: https://bit.ly/3UDeWqa

The Council of State Governments congratulates all the newly elected governors, legislators and public officials who will soon begin their service. We also commend those whose terms in office are coming to an end and we are grateful for their selfless service. As newly elected state officials step into their public service roles, CSG is honored to serve them and the states of our nation. Like them, we believe the states are engines of innovation and we look forward to helping every state official find common sense solutions to the challenges facing their state. For over 90 years, CSG has worked as a nonpartisan community of the states, committed to connecting, informing, inspiring and empowering public servants in all three branches of state government to put the best ideas and solutions into practice. #StateGovernment #PublicService #CSG #StateLeadership

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