General Session
From Politics to Statesmanship: Solving Problems in a Partisan World
Solving complex problems is always difficult, and the job is harder when the participants are from different parties. Hear from Massachusetts’ two legislative leaders—both Democrats—and the Commonwealth’s Republican governor on how they roll up their sleeves and reach consensus to move their state forward.
1-2 p.m. | Ballroom
Presiding: Senator Dan Blue, North Carolina
Moderator: William Weld, former Governor, Massachusetts
Panelist: Governor Charles Baker, Massachusetts
Panelist: Speaker Robert A. DeLeo, Massachusetts
Panelist: Senate President Stanley Rosenberg, Massachusetts
Featured Sessions
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Legislator Compensation Decisions: Do Commissions Help?
2:15-3:45 p.m. | 253 B
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Immigration in 2017
2:15-3:45 p.m. | 156 BC
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Budget Challenges in Medicaid
3:15-4:15 p.m. | 151 AB
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Financial Services for Marijuana
4-5:30 p.m. | 152
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All times are Eastern.
Social Event | The Lawn on D
Come join the party at The Lawn on D! After your last session, head to the convention center's outdoor space for a night of Boston fun. Our opening night extravaganza gives you the chance to interact with our life size BOSTON-OPLY game board, entertainers and chance wall. Network with your peers over festive appetizers and cocktails. This is a one-of-a-kind event you won’t want to miss! You must have your badge to enter.
5:30-7:30 p.m. | Lawn on D
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NCSL Business Meeting
All legislators and legislative staff are encouraged to attend the Business Meeting and consider policy directives and resolutions that will guide NCSL's advocacy efforts before Congress and the administration; amendments to the bylaws and rules of procedure; election of NCSL officers; and approval of the Conference budget. All other meeting participants are welcome to observe.
3:15-5 p.m. | 210 ABC
Featured Sessions
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What Would It Take to Balance the Federal Budget
8:45-10 a.m. | 156 A
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Legislative Staff University: Making Work Worthwhile
10-11:45 a.m. | 205 ABC
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Effective Legislatures: How Does Your State Stack Up?
1:30-3 p.m.| 253 B
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Excellence in Education: Lessons From Massachusetts
1:30-3 p.m. | 206 AB
Monday's Streaming Sessions
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Legislator Pride: Reclaiming the Image of Public Servants
10:15-11:45 a.m. | 206 AB
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Excellence in Education: Lessons from MA
1:30-3 p.m. | 206 AB
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Policies for Legislative Technologies
3:45 -5 p.m. | 206 AB
All times are Eastern.
Social Event | A Night at the Garden
You’re invited to experience the magic of Boston sports first hand during this unique event at TD Garden. Step onto the legendary parquet floor of the Boston Celtics and shoot a few baskets like some of Boston’s most famous players. Then head upstairs for a reception in the Sports Museum and enjoy a walk through Boston’s sports history. You must have your badge to enter. Note: Transportation is not provided for this event. 5-8 p.m. | TD Garden
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