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State Approaches to School Readiness

This paper focuses on how states currently assess school readiness, as indicated by the use of assessment at kindergarten. More

Data Disposal Laws 

Data disposal laws require businesses and government to destroy, dispose or otherwise make personal information unreadable or undecipherable.  More

High-Speed Rail Resources

With recent opportunities for federal funding, and over $1 billion more proposed for FY 2011, high-speed rail continues to be a high-profile issue in the states. More

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2010 State Immigration-Related Bills

2009 State Immigration Laws

 In the first half of 2010, state legislators in 44 states enacted 319 bills and resolutions relating to immigrants and refugees. Updated July 2010.  More

E-Verify: Frequently Asked Questions

The E-verify program is now required for federal contractors and in several states. It is also being contested in the courts. This FAQ offers new information on federal, state and court action. Updated Feb. 4, 2010. More

Arizona and Immigration Law Enforcement

Capitol DomeArizona's SB1070 and HB 2162 added new state requirements, crimes and penalties relating to immigration law enforcement.  On July 28, the laws were partially enjoined pending appeal. A video of a session examining the laws and legal challenges at NCSL's Legislative Summit session is now available online.  Updated August 13, 2010.  More

 

Immigration Reform Policy

The National Conference of State Legislatures recognizes the challenges facing our country in immigration matters. Federal immigration policy must strike a balance among core principles of our democracy: preserving the safety and security of our nation, encouraging the economic strength of our states and communities, and recognizing our history as a nation of immigrants. View the Immigration Reform Policy adopted at the 2009 NCSL Legislative Summit. More

 

NCSL Redistricting Seminar

 

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