West Savannah Resort · Savannah, Georgia · December 9, 2004

Agenda

Thursday December 9, 2004

9:45-11:15 a.m.

Is Your Legislative Speed Limited by a Governor?

State legislatures have waged  epic battles with governors recently, featuring some
fascinating personal, political and legal struggles.  This session explores the reasons for the
challenges and gives advice on how to build relationships, improve communication and
protect legislative interests.

11:30a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Polarization: It’s Unbearable

Box Lunches

Ask any veteran legislator and you’ll likely hear that the legislature isn’t like it used to be.  Partisan fights and heated campaigns have driven a wedge between and even within the parties.  This roundtable discussion session explores the keys to maintaining civility and good working relationships in the capitol.

1:15-2:45 p.m.

Legislative Training:  What Works Best?

With term limits, turnover and increasingly complex issues to decide, many legislatures are overhauling their training for new legislators.  Time is always limited, so planners have to make tough decisions on what to teach and how to teach it.  This session looks at some recent innovations and studies that will give you tips on how to invigorate your state’s legislator training.

3:15-4:00 p.m.

Committee Business Meeting

Committee members will discuss plans for the Spring Forum meeting and committee work products.