Yesterday Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced raising Michigan's five-year housing production goal by over 50% and programs to lower home energy costs through the Solar for All and Home Energy Rebate Programs. Learn more: michigan.gov/whitmer/news/p…

Yesterday Governor Phil Scott announced applications are now being accepted for Transformational Tourism, Events, and Regional Marketing grants to promote travel, tourism, and outdoor recreation across Vermont.
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Yesterday Kentucky announced their participation in NGA's Policy Academy To Drive Thriving Youth Mental Health And Wellbeing (kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity…) Learn more about this project at: nga.org/projects/polic…

The Nashville #DisagreeBetter convening centered on building dialogue skills & fostering positive contact. The program featured a panel, moderated by Utah First Lady Abby Cox, on ways to engage with children and students on having difficult conversations. nga.org/news/commentar…

Last week, Governor Mike Dunleavy hosted energy leaders in Anchorage for the third annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference. The conference highlighted how Alaska can help meet global energy needs while decreasing energy costs and increasing energy reliability. gov.alaska.gov/third-annual-a…

At the Nashville #DisagreeBetter Convening, keynote speaker Eric Liu, CEO of Citizen University, told attendees about their programs and gatherings that are designed to strengthen civic culture. Watch the presentation at: nga.org/news/commentar…

ICYMI, Last Friday Governor Jared Polis Polis announced grant awards through the Geothermal Energy Grant Program to advance the use of geothermal technology, supporting 35 innovative projects. Learn more: colorado.gov/governor/news/…

This week Governor Glenn Youngkin Youngkin signed legislation to protect children from exploitation, increase penalties on child predators and ensure rapid response for missing or endangered children. Learn more: governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-…

ICYMI: Governor Andy Beshear announced three proclamations recognizing childhood brain cancer survivors and bereaved families and celebrated that Kentucky recently allocated a record $14 million through the state budget to support research. Learn more: kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity…

As the school year comes to a close and high schoolers plan for their pursuit of higher education, Governor Kevin Stitt this week encouraged all Oklahoma students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2024-2025 school year. More: oklahoma.gov/governor/newsr…

NGA Chair Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox of Utah and Vice Chair Governor Jared Polis Polis today expressed their support of the Wilson Amendment in the FY25 NDAA Full Committee Mark Up protecting Governors Authority over the National Guard. nga.org/news/press-rel…

Tourism is a key priority within Governor Josh Shapiro's economic development strategy. This week the Governor unveiled Pennsylvania’s new tourism brand and summer travel marketing campaign to encourage more people to travel across and visit the Commonwealth. governor.pa.gov/newsroom/gover…

This week Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signed the Smart Heart Act, legislation that requires automatic defibrillators in schools & establishes response protocols for cardiac-related medical emergencies. The bill received unanimous, bipartisan legislative support. tn.gov/governor/news/…

Yesterday Governor Janet Mills announced the launch of the Maine Funding Network, a new online portal designed to be a one-stop shop to connect Maine businesses to financing options to help them grow and succeed. Learn more: maine.gov/governor/mills…

Yesterday, Governor Governor Joe Lombardo announced the creation of the Nevada Middle Mile Network to help expand internet access to unserved communities and network capacity between urban areas and throughout rural regions across the state. Learn more: gov.nv.gov/Newsroom/PRs/2…

ICYMI: Maura Healey Healey's administration announced 7 supportive housing projects will receive tax credits & subsidy funds to produce or preserve supportive housing for families, seniors, chronically homeless individuals & other vulnerable residents. mass.gov/news/healey-dr…

Yesterday Governor Kay Ivey invited Alabama students to join her for her Summer Reading Challenge, encouraging children to include reading in their summer activities. Learn more about the program at: governor.alabama.gov/newsroom/2024/…

This week Governor Ned Lamont announced the launch of a new program to address the healthcare workforce shortage in Connecticut’s health professional shortage areas. Learn more about the Connecticut Student Loan Repayment Program: portal.ct.gov/office-of-the-…

At the Nashville #DisagreeBetter Convening, keynote speaker Irshad Manji, CEO of Moral Courage, told attendees that building the skills to disagree better is all about practice. Watch the presentation at: nga.org/news/commentar…

This week Governor Mike Dunleavy welcomes global leaders to Anchorage for the 2024 Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference. The event begins today, learn more and follow along here: alaskasustainableenergy.com