April 5, 2018
Regional Roundup
CSG Justice Center
NEW RESOURCE: 50-STATE DATA ON PUBLIC SAFETY
The Council of State Governments Justice Center produced 50 state-specific workbooks that contain more than 60 data visualizations showing historical trends and data comparisons related to crime, arrests, recidivism, and correctional populations, and provide policymakers with key questions to help identify opportunities to increase public safety. Top officials from every state contributed to the research effort that culminated in these workbooks, which were developed to provide a framework for discussions that took place at the 50-State Summit on Public Safety held in November 2017 in Washington, DC.

Leadership Development
APPLY TODAY FOR THE 2018 BORDER LEGISLATIVE ACADEMY (BLA)!
The BLA is a two and half day bi-national professional development training program for U.S. - Mexico border state legislators within their first four years of cumulative service. I ncorporating a mix of practical skills building and informational sessions the program aims to promote a better understanding of bi-national relationships and the institutions that support successful interactions.  Applications are due by April 27th!

Washington DC Visit
CSG WEST STAFF PARTICIPATE IN STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATIONS SUMMIT
Building on the ongoing efforts to realign and strengthen the state-federal relationship, CSG West's Director, Edgar Ruiz, and Director of Policy and International Programs, Martha Castañeda, participated in the State and Local Government Associations Summit in Washington, D.C. on February 27. The Summit, which convened at the Pew Charitable Trusts Conference Center, brought together staff from regional and national associations for the purpose of engaging with federal officials in substantive discussions to improve cooperation and consultation.

State Visit
Alaska
2018 ALASKA STATE VISIT
CSG West Director Edgar Ruiz, along with staff member Jeff Miller, visited the Alaska State Capitol in Juneau from March 5-7, during a week when lawmakers were considering budget amendments. After multiple special sessions extended the normal 90-day session to over 200 days last year, legislators seemed eager to finish this year with only a short extension of the regular session. Despite a busy legislative schedule, CSG West staff were able to meet with nearly all members or their staff.

Resources for Members
NEWS FEEDS FOR WESTERN LEADERS
As part of our effort to provide value to western leaders, CSG West policy staff offer curated news feeds for our members and partners. Feeds include news articles, reports and events chosen specifically for their relevance to the West and our policy committees.

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