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Agriculture Task Force Sunday, Aug. 13 | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
 Summary: The Task Force will meet for a morning of educational sessions and an afternoon tour of Indianapolis agriculture sites. Contact NCSL Staff, Kristen Hildreth (kristen.hildreth@ncsl.org) for more details – space is limited. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
NCSL Foundation Board Meeting Sunday, Aug. 13 | 12:00 PM-1:30 PM
 Summary: The NCSL Foundation board meets.
ASLCS Site Selection Committee Sunday, Aug. 13 | 1:00 PM-1:45 PM
 Summary: The committee will meet to continue its work for the 2022-2023 conference year. Track: Legislative Staff
Registration Sunday, Aug. 13 | 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
Registration Monday, Aug. 14 | 7:00 AM-6:00 PM
ASLCS Budget and Financial Review Committee Monday, Aug. 14 | 8:00 AM-8:45 AM
 Summary: The committee will meet to continue its work for the 2022-2023 conference year. Track: Legislative Staff
New Attendee Orientation Monday, Aug. 14 | 8:00 AM-8:45 AM
Nursing Mothers' Room Monday, Aug. 14 | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
 Summary: Located inside the public women's restroom across from the First Aid room in the Crossroads Corridor on the 1st floor. Look for the signage on the exterior of the restroom indicating there are nursing rooms inside.
Opening General Session Monday, Aug. 14 | 9:00 AM-10:15 AM
Cooperation by Courts and Capitols to Address the Mental Health Crisis Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: People with mental illness are 10 times more likely to be Jailed than hospitalized, but long waits for competency evaluations can mean costly lawsuits for states. Learn how courts and legislatures are crafting solutions to reduce the use of jails and court proceedings as a backstop to address mental illness. Track: Criminal Justice and Law
Health and Human Services
Drugs and Alcohol Behind the Wheel: What’s a State to Do? Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Drivers who are drunk and high threaten roadway safety and present challenges for policymakers and law enforcement alike. Learn about the prevalence of this dangerous behavior and what policy options states can consider to combat multi-substance impaired drivers. Track: Criminal Justice and Law
Energy, Environment, and Transportation
Leading and Managing: Strategies for Legislative Staff Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Do you spend most of your time leading or managing--or both? Join us to examine the value of leadership and management and the how they differ. What makes leaders and managers most effective? Come examine why knowing and understanding the organization’s vision and mission statements is vital to your success. Speaker: Eric M. Robinson, Public Service Associate, Carl Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Leading Civility in the Legislature Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: The nation has a civility deficit, and most Americans think civility will worsen in the years ahead. Join us to focus on examples of effective civility within the legislative environment, and consider tangible techniques you can use to lead others to greater civility within your legislature. Track: Professional Development
New Strategies for an Evolving Workforce Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: From resignations to reshuffles, burnout and expanded digitalization, predicting workforce trends seems more complicated than ever in the wake of the pandemic. Join us as we examine the workforce paradox of not enough workers to fill jobs, and jobs of the future that require more skills and training. How can states address this ever-changing labor market? Track: Economic Development and Labor
Health and Human Services
Overruled: Elections & Redistricting Legal Update Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: The past five years have brought significant changes to redistricters and election officials, from reinterpreting the Voting Rights Act to fundamental question about how our representative democracy is structured. Come hear experts break down recent precedents and highlight some important cases making their way to the Supreme Court—and the changes they could bring. Track: Elections and Redistricting
Pathways to Prevention: Transforming Child Welfare Systems Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Change is hard--especially when you thought you were doing the right thing all along. Legislators are now faced with navigating a dramatic paradigm shift in child welfare. Hear from the nation’s leading child welfare voices about how legislators can help create the conditions for safe, stable and thriving families. Track: Health and Human Services
YNP Session: How a Tragedy Launched a Startup Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: In the wake of a mass shooting, Blake Resnick founded BRINC Drones to help save lives by providing innovative tools to first responders. Come hear this young professional's inspiring personal story, and learn how he defines a problem, imagines a new approach and creates a technology-based solution. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Youth Apprenticeships: Indiana Leading Monday, Aug. 14 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Indiana policymakers, educators and business leaders have worked together for years to implement a proven approach to modern youth apprenticeships, based on the Swiss model. Meet these leaders and hear their story about working across sectors to provide invaluable skills, experience and credentials to high school graduates. Track: Education
Freight Forward: Keeping America's Rails Safe Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Several high-profile derailments and labor disputes have put rail freight operations in the spotlight, drawing the attention of both state and federal policymakers. Join us as we discuss rail safety with federal leaders and representatives from states working to improve the situation in their communities. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
Electric Evolution: Power Changes and Challenges Monday, Aug. 14 | 12:00 PM-1:45 PM
 Summary: The electric sector faces unprecedented upheaval: increasingly frequent and intense natural disasters threaten grids that are undergoing transformations in power generation and delivery. Join us to explore these emerging dynamics, including the role of natural gas, renewables and the impact of baseload resource retirements. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
Energy Staff Network Lunch Monday, Aug. 14 | 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
 Summary: Come have lunch with NCSL's Energy Staff Network! It provides training, education and opportunities for collaboration for legislative staff working on all facets of state energy policy, from energy security to grid modernization and everything in between. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
HHS Committee Lunch: Are the Kids All Right? Monday, Aug. 14 | 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
 Summary: What does the data say about the health and well-being of children, youth and young adults? Join us to hear the most recent KIDS COUNT data, then stay for a conversation with legislators and Leslie Boissiere of The Annie E. Casey Foundation about strategies for ensuring our future leaders are growing up in safe, healthy and nurturing environments. Track: Health and Human Services
Women's Legislative Network Lunch Monday, Aug. 14 | 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
 Summary: Join the Women's Legislative Network board members for lunch. Help identify priorities for the upcoming year and select the 2023-24 board. All are welcome! Track: Women's Legislative Network
Deconstructing the National Housing Dilemma Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Every state faces the challenges of affordable housing and homelessness. Come hear experts break down this complex issue and highlight policy options to increase the supply of rental and owner-occupied housing and expand homeownership among low- and middle-income families. Track: Economic Development and Labor
Health and Human Services
Education Committee Business Meeting Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Committee members discuss, consider and review policies, and vote on any new policy directives and resolutions submitted for consideration. Track: Education
Leadership: A User's Guide Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Companies create a product user’s manual to help guide consumers, and leaders can do the same to help maximize success. Learn how a Leadership User’s Manual can help your team better understand key elements of your leadership philosophy, from how best to communicate to troubleshooting tips when things aren’t working. You'll take your guide home with you. Track: Professional Development
State Solutions to the Broadband Challenge Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Come join this roundtable discussion on what states have done with their broadband funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. How are states utilizing their state broadband offices, what lessons have been learned and what remains to be done? Track: Technology and Commerce
The Power to Excel Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Come learn the latest Microsoft Excel tips and tricks! We'll review some Excel basics and showcase some lesser-known features that can help legislative staff be even more effective. A dataset will be provided, so bring your laptop and follow along!
The State of State Budgets Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: What's really going on with state budgets? Reserve funds are full. Tax collections have been healthy. But concerns lurk on the horizon. Come hear an overview of current state budget conditions, along with state revenue trends, recent state tax actions and their long-term budget implications.
Training: NCSL 50-State Bill Information Service and Database Monday, Aug. 14 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: No matter what bill you're looking for, NCSL and partner State Net/LexisNexis have got you covered! Come learn about this powerful research tool, along with how to utilize NCSL's 50-state legislative databases. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Cultivating Your Craft: Five Secrets of an Effective Staffer Monday, Aug. 14 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: Legislative work, as any staffer knows well, is tough. Public service is rewarding, but legislatures are unique and demanding workplaces, and it takes time to understand how to navigate them successfully. Join us to learn and explore ways to apply five key principles that can help make you the best staffer you can be. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
From Conflict to Collaboration: Handle with Care Monday, Aug. 14 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: How we handle conflicts at work can determine our organization's success. Join us to see the connection between the way we interpret conflict and our reaction to it in different scenarios. We'll diagnose the various types of conflict, conflict management styles and their impact, and discover the value of using conflict to increase team effectiveness. Moderator: Eric M. Robinson, Public Service Associate, Carl Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia
Panelist: Eric Nauman, Principal Fiscal Analyst, Minnesota Legislature
Panelist: Sabrina NeKay Lewellen, Deputy Director, Arkansas General Assembly		 Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
How to Jumpstart Student Success Monday, Aug. 14 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: Students still struggle emotionally and academically in the wake of the pandemic. That's why states are turning to policies that promote school-community partnerships to improve student learning and well-being. Come hear experts and legislators discuss how the programs work, evidence of success and ways to evaluate them. Track: Education
Labor and Economic Development Business Meeting Monday, Aug. 14 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: The LED Committee handles state and federal issues related to labor, employment, workforce, economic development, international trade and cultural affairs. Join us as the committee debates and votes on policies that guide its advocacy work in Washington, D.C. Track: Economic Development and Labor
Land Grab: The Latest on Foreign Ownership of U.S. Land Monday, Aug. 14 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: Foreign owners hold more than 40 million acres of U.S. farmland, a trend that has many legislators raising concerns about the impact on the food supply and national security. Several states are considering legislation to restrict such ownership. Join us to unpack the data and varying requirements around foreign land ownership in the U.S. and explore the latest state and federal action. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
General Session: Disrupting the Future of Work Monday, Aug. 14 | 4:00 PM-5:15 PM
 Summary: Find your state's table and share your Summit experiences and plans. Then stay for futurist Nancy Giordano's deep dive into the technologies, demographics and critical shifts companies and the workforce are facing to stay relevant. How can we build the necessary capacities? How will new tools shape new behaviors and drive new expectations? And how will we know we are doing it right?
Monday Social Event Monday, Aug. 14 | 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
 Summary: Home to a multitude of professional sports team, universities and the NCAA, Indianapolis knows the score on ultimate tailgating. Whether you are a sports fan or just enjoy meeting up with friends old and new, Indy’s Hoosier hospitality will be on full display at this opening event celebrating the city’s sporting spirit. And, of course, expect your favorite tailgate fare along with entertainment.
Young & New Professionals (YNP) Reception Monday, Aug. 14 | 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
 Summary: Join young and new legislators and legislative staff for a night of networking at The NCAA Hall of Champions! Held immediately after the main opening reception; walk over to the venue for food, fun, new friends and a raffle for prizes! Bring your business cards and make valuable connections with your legislative peers from across the nation. The NCAA Hall of Champions is located at 700 W Washington St.
Registration Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 7:00 AM-5:00 PM
Natural Resources and Infrastructure Committee Business Meeting Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Join us as the committee debates and votes on policies that guide its advocacy work in Washington, D.C. All legislators and legislative staff are encouraged to attend the business meeting and consider policy directives and resolutions. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
General Session: The Courage to Come Back Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 9:00 AM-10:15 AM
 Summary: Master Sgt. Cedric King lost both legs and suffered permanent damage to his right arm and hand from an Improvised Explosive Device in 2012. He now refers to that moment as his finest hour. King ran the Boston Marathon in 2014 and wrote a book, "The Making Point." Hear about his amazing achievements since then, and learn how to find strength after loss, disappointment and fatigue.
Exhibit Hall Open Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
 Summary: The Exhibit Hall features more than 200 exhibitors offering products and services tailored just for state governments.
A Bipartisan Vision to Improve Higher Ed Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Affordable college, improved student outcomes and less debt--states are coming together to lead the way through NCSL’s new Task Force on Higher Education. Join top higher education leaders from both sides of the aisle for a discussion with the task force co-chairs about how the states, feds and colleges and universities can partner to improve higher education. Track: Education
Artificial Intelligence: Are We Ready? Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Artificial intelligence has tremendous potential for economic growth and for improving government’s ability to deliver services. But AI also poses ethical and legal challenges, from the risk of discrimination to homework produced by ChatGPT to AI-generated artwork and deep fakes. Come learn more about the impact for industry, states and consumers. Track: Technology and Commerce
Excavating Obscure Research and Sources Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Join our intrepid research explorers and delve to the depths of federal and state agencies to find the golden idols of niche information! Cross the wide expanses of special libraries and databases to tap into untold riches of resources! Sharpen your trowels, and prepare to go beyond the obvious. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Exploring the Electoral Landscape Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: Each year, millions of Americans vote in local, state and federal elections. While all registered voters are entitled to cast a ballot, their experiences differ based on demographics and geography. Come learn about the unique factors affecting different groups of voters, including rural residents, Native Americans, seniors, people with disabilities, new citizens and more. Track: Elections and Redistricting
Finding True Grit In Challenging Times Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: When we encounter difficult circumstances in life, it is easy to feel ill-equipped and overwhelmed by the uncertainty and change we face. Join us to practice several simple tactics that can build our capacity for “grit”—the ability to demonstrate perseverance and mental strength in the face of life’s challenges. Track: Professional Development
Neurons in the Neighborhood: New Science for Early Childhood Policy Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
 Summary: The landmark book "From Neurons to Neighborhoods" has significantly influenced early childhood policy since its release in 2000. But the science of early childhood development continues to evolve. Join Dr. Jack Shonkoff, a leader in this field, as he shares an expanded framework for connecting science to policy and practice. Panelist: Jack P. Shonkoff, M.D., Director, Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University
Panelist: Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch, Lieutenant Governor, State of Indiana
Panelist: Melissa D. Klitzman, MD, TBD, TBD		 Track: Health and Human Services
Exhibit Hall Lunch Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 12:00 PM-1:15 PM
 Summary: Enjoy lunch with your colleagues and visit with the more than 200 exhibitors offering products and services tailored just for state governments. NCSL gratefully acknowledges Amazon for supporting this lunch. AWS DeepRacer is the world’s first autonomous racing league driven by machine learning. Through the use of 1/18th scale remote control cars, students develop artificial intelligence and machine learning skills in an exciting race around the track. There will be a track in the lunch area to see the car races!
A Look Back, a Look Ahead: Legislative Election Trends Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: NCSL staff will report on a busy year of legislation on elections policy, identify trends that might be coming—and hear from attendees on their priorities. Plus, the Redistricting and Elections Standing Committee will hold its business meeting, a fun chance to meet your peers from around the nation! Track: Elections and Redistricting
Juvenile Justice: Public Safety and Better Outcomes for Kids Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Juvenile justice policy requires the appropriate balance between healthy youth development, community safety and the need to hold young offenders accountable. Hear the latest research on social and neurobiological science and get information on federal and state priorities related to crime, public safety and creating the best outcomes. Track: Criminal Justice and Law
Long on Cash, Short on Capacity: The Infrastructure Dilemma Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: States are managing billions of federal dollars while struggling with workforce and other capacity challenges. A lack of staff needed to apply for and manage projects has led some states to skip applying for funding entirely. Join us as we discuss state efforts to build capacity and make infrastructure projects shovel-ready, as well as how the federal government can help support those efforts. Track: Economic Development and Labor
Energy, Environment, and Transportation
School Choice Site Visit Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: Join us for a site visit to a local charter school of excellence. Meet with school leaders, teachers and students to hear what makes this school and its students thrive. RSVP to emily.ronco@ncsl.org by Friday, August 12, if you plan to attend. Track: Education
Tackling the Ongoing Effects of Medicaid Unwinding Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: States continue to address the effects of unwinding from the Medicaid continuous coverage requirement and the end of federal flexibilities tied to the public health emergency. The continuous coverage requirement ended April 1, 2023, but states are still grappling with the fiscal and constituent impacts of disenrollments. The public health emergency ended on May 11, 2023 and policymakers are still identifying the federal flexibilities that impact state led programs and their constituents. This session will address the ongoing impacts of unwinding on state budgets, insurance coverage, health workforce, social drivers of health, telehealth, etc. - and how states are moving forward as unwinding continues. Track: Health and Human Services
The Curious Strength of the U.S. Economy: Can it Last? Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: The U.S. economy continues to defy expectations: The job market is strong, consumers are still spending and state revenues are robust. But will it last? Uncertainty looms as the economy faces the headwinds of high inflation and high interest rates, along with global instability and depleted federal stimulus funds. Come hear a leading economist's forecast for the coming year.
Training: NCSL 50-State Bill Information Service and Database Training Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Summary: No matter what bill you're looking for, NCSL and partner State Net/LexisNexis have got you covered! Come learn about this powerful research tool, along with how to utilize NCSL's 50-state legislative databases. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Criminal Justice 2023: What Happened, What's Changed and What's Ahead Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: From increased fentanyl overdoses to the raging car and catalytic converter theft crisis, lawmakers are rethinking criminal justice reform. Join us to explore what happened in 2023 sessions to expand public safety strategies, invest in new resources and use data to drive policy decisions, and hear about legislation introduced in Congress. Track: Criminal Justice and Law
Don't Let Disasters Break the Bank! Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: Increasingly expensive natural disasters have prompted states and the federal government to develop innovative funding and financing, such as infrastructure banks, bonds and revolving loan funds. Come learn how these mechanisms are being used to address disaster prevention and mitigation, and their impact on long-term fiscal health. Track: Budget, Taxes and Pensions
Energy, Environment, and Transportation
Education Choice and Innovation: Legislatures Lead the Way Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-5:00 PM
 Summary: Families want more innovation in education than ever before, with new delivery models and more choice. And they are asking the state to open up options, and in some cases, provide funding for students to pursue private choice. Come hear about these new approaches and the policies to support them. And join us for the site visit, too! Track: Education
Happy Trails: Connecting Communities and Growing the Economy Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-5:00 PM
 Summary: Join a walking and cycling tour of Indianapolis’ wildly popular trail network to learn how bipartisan legislative accomplishments in Indiana and other Midwestern states have boosted economic development while creating great new transportation and recreation options. NCSL gratefully acknowledges the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy for their support of this tour. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
Leadership Lessons from "Hamilton" Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: The musical, "Hamilton," has much to say about effective leadership in challenging times. Join us to unpack the key takeaways from the Broadway show and apply them to your legislative life. Learn how your leadership practice can embody the central "Hamilton" ideal: “There’s a million things I haven’t done, just you wait.” Track: Professional Development
Pathways to Prosperity: Building a Data-Driven Workforce Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: States are facing an unprecedented challenge to hire and retain workers. Come hear workforce development experts reveal evidence-based approaches and tools to create a workforce pipeline to connect workers to high-demand science and tech jobs in state governments and the private sector alike. Track: Economic Development and Labor
Results-Driven Governing
Reversing Maternal Mortality Trends Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: U.S. maternal mortality rates continue to be among the world's highest. Although it affects all Americans, disparities continue to exist among some groups. What can policymakers do to reverse this trend? Join experts for short informative sessions on state policies, then stick around for small group conversations. Track: Health and Human Services
Women's Legislative Network
Writing Like a Pro for the Public Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
 Summary: Take a hard look at your last legislative report. Is it, accurate and complete, compelling and concise? Did you use legalese as a crutch for expertise? Is it clear? Did you keep your audience in mind? This session touches on understanding your reader, the power-language relationship and avoiding the passive voice. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Secrets for Handling the Media Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
 Summary: Join us for tips and tricks to help you be media savvy, avoid drama and manage it well--all tailored to the legislative environment. Learn how to manage the narrative as you navigate this important but challenging area of working in a legislature. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Women's Legislative Network Policy Roundtables Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
 Summary: Join small group roundtable conversations with women at Summit to discuss policy issues and topics most relevant to women in states. Select your roundtable by topic of interest. Topic details coming soon! Track: Women's Legislative Network
Registration Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7:00 AM-5:00 PM
Democratic Breakfast Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
 Summary: Join your fellow Democratic legislators for a hearty breakfast and great conversation. For Legislators only. NCSL gratefully acknowledges XXX for its support of this breakfast.
Legislative Staff Breakfast Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
 Summary: Join us for breakfast and a discussion about the value of shifting your perspective so you can stretch to accept others as they are. How do you stay focused on making a positive impact? Learn about strategies can help increase your connection to your team members, whether you’re back fully in person or working in a hybrid environment.
NCSL Foundation Coffee Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
 Summary: An opportunity for Foundation sponsors to gather and network with each other and Foundation staff.
Republican Breakfast Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
 Summary: Grab a cup of coffee (or two) with your GOP colleagues and breakfast at this morning eat-and-greet. For Legislators only. NCSL gratefully acknowledges XXX for its support of this breakfast.
Breaking Barriers to Begin Building Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: An array of obstacles bedevil efforts to build new infrastructure, including energy, water and transportation assets. Join us as we explore the challenges in siting and permitting new energy infrastructure and highlight opportunities for state legislatures to balance tradeoffs and remove barriers. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
NCSL Business Meeting Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 9:30 AM-10:45 AM
 Summary: All legislators and legislative staff are encouraged to attend the annual business meeting to consider policy directives and resolutions that will guide NCSL's advocacy efforts before Congress and the administration, elect NCSL officers and executive committee, and approve the NCSL budget. All Summit attendees are welcome to observe.
Exhibit Hall Open Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
 Summary: The Exhibit Hall features more than 200 exhibitors offering products and services tailored just for state governments.
Constituent Service is Customer Service Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: Excellent customer service can make a good organization great, but poor customer service can have a lasting and negative impact. Come hear about the organizational values of businesses that are best known for their culture of customer service and how to apply them to the legislative environment. Track: Professional Development
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Primaries Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: Primaries are having a moment. Since the 2016 election, attention has focused on how they work, whether a majority is required to win, and whether to have partisan primaries at all. Join us as we unveil our toolkit on all things primaries, and outside experts lead breakouts about their experiences with some of the more unusual examples states use. Track: Elections and Redistricting
States Tackle the Math Gap Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: While the rest of the world advances, assessments show that students in every state have stagnated or declined in math proficiency. So now the focus has shifted from reading to arithmetic, with an emphasis on research-based approaches, curriculum and teacher training. Hear from experts about what works. Track: Education
Strength in Numbers: Bolstering the Health Workforce Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: The shortage of health care professionals, particularly in rural and underserved communities, affects the quality of health care Americans can access. Come learn about state strategies being used to bolster the health care workforce across primary care, behavioral health, maternal health and other areas. Hear insights into the implementation and outcome of these state interventions. Track: Health and Human Services
The Remote Work Revolution Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: The shift away from the office has had far-reaching implications. Come hear about the many issues for state and local economies, the decline in commercial property values, the challenges for public transit and the growing question of how to tax work that crosses state borders. Track: Budget, Taxes and Pensions
Training: NCSL 50-State Bill Information Service and Database Training Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
 Summary: No matter what bill you're looking for, NCSL and partner State Net/LexisNexis have got you covered! Come learn about this powerful research tool, along with how to utilize NCSL's 50-state legislative databases. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Exhibit Hall Lunch Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 12:15 PM-1:30 PM
 Summary: Enjoy lunch with your colleagues and visit with the more than 200 exhibitors offering products and services tailored just for state governments.
Salute to Legislative Staff Lunch Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 12:15 PM-1:30 PM
 Track: Legislative Staff
How Resilience Maximizes Success Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 1:45 PM-3:00 PM
 Summary: Change is constant for legislative staff, and being able to adapt is a crucial skill to maximize success and minimize burnout. Come learn practical techniques and tools for enhancing your own adaptability while also leading and developing resilience in others. Track: Legislative Staff
Professional Development
Left, Right, Center: Three Election Perspectives Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 1:45 PM-3:00 PM
 Summary: Partisans from across the political spectrum agree: Elections are vital. It’s on the finer points that they might differ—at least a little. Hear three perspectives, left, right and center, on recommendations for election administration topics ranging from voter registration list maintenance to mail voting and post-election audits. They may be more aligned than you think! Track: Elections and Redistricting
Overdose Epidemic: The State of Deadly Substance Use in America Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 1:45 PM-3:00 PM
 Summary: Overdose deaths involving stimulants and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl have soared across the U.S. since 2015. Come hear from national and state experts about today's top concerns, and learn about state policy options to address the overdose crisis and considerations for substance use prevention. Track: Health and Human Services
Proven Strategies to Keep Education's Best and Brightest Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 1:45 PM-3:00 PM
 Summary: For years, schools have struggled to retain talented teachers and principals. The good news is that research points to approaches that work, with promising results for educators and students. Come learn more about innovative practices and policy solutions to better support and retain educators. Track: Education
The Long and Short from the Supreme Court Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 1:45 PM-3:00 PM
 Summary: In the most recent term, the U.S. Supreme Court heard a pile of cases on issues that impact state legislatures, including the independent state legislatures theory, redistricting, student debt and affirmative action. And there's more excitement to come! Join us as we dive into these issues and more! Track: Criminal Justice and Law
Legislative Staff
Social Event Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
 Summary: NCSL closes out each Legislative Summit with an extravaganza of entertainment. This year, the tradition continues with a surprise musical guest. Don’t miss this must-attend celebration at the TCU Amphitheater in White River State Park. Come dressed for fun!
Task Force on Energy Supply Meeting Thursday, Aug. 17 | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
 Summary: The NCSL Task Force on Energy Supply brings together legislators to examine critical energy issues that policymakers face as they shape energy policies to build a reliable, affordable and resilient national energy system. Created in 2009, the task force consists of legislators and legislative staff with experience and an interest in developing and analyzing state energy policy. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation
NCSL Foundation's Public-Private Partnership on Recycling Thursday, Aug. 17 | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
 Summary: The NCSL Foundation's Public-Private Partnership on Recycling meets for the last time. Attendees will hear from experts on extended producer responsibility implementation, recycled content mandates and more! The meeting also features an afternoon tour opportunity, followed by an optional dinner for attendees. Track: Energy, Environment, and Transportation