9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

With demographic changes, legislative agencies are competing more directly with the private sector to attract new talent. Also, many legislative staff directors and senior management staff are approaching retirement age. This session provides advice on how agencies should prepare to respond to these changes

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

Some of the strongest legislative battles are between House and Senate. This roundtable discussion session explores strategies for avoiding confrontational battles between the chambers and provides practical tips for establishing a good working relationship.

1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

As the need to save money and promote efficiency continues, some states have created new partnerships with businesses and other organizations. This session highlights some initiatives that promote this expanded view of problem solving and explores their applicability for other state legislatures.

3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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

8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Over the last decade, legislatures have taken advantage of technology to make their proceedings, bills, votes and reports more available to the public. Now with more than half of the American public online, legislators are finding new challenges to communicating with their constituents. This session provides tips for communicating effectively in a fast-paced digital world.