SLC 2021 ANNUAL MEETING OVERVIEW

SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY JULY 10 JULY 11 JULY 12 JULY 13

7:30 a.m. — 6:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. — 10:00 a.m. REGISTRATION REGISTRATION REGISTRATION REGISTRATION

8:00 a.m. — 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. — 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. — 9:30 a.m. COMMITTEE SESSIONS COMMITTEE SESSIONS CLOSING Agriculture & Energy & Environment PLENARY & Rural Development Fiscal Affairs & Economic Development, Government Operations BUSINESS Transportation & Human Services & BREAKFAST Cultural Affairs Public Safety SESSION Education EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meets upon conclusion of the Closing Plenary

10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. CAMPAIGN AGAINST OPENING PLENARY STATE HUNGER SESSION TRANSFORMATION IN ACTION RECOGNITION 11:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. noon — 1:30 p.m. noon — 1:30 p.m. (STAR) AWARD JUDGES PANEL STAFF WOMEN IN COMPARATIVE DATA WORKSHOP LEADERSHIP FORUM REPORTS

3:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. 11:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SESSIONS COMMITTEE SESSIONS COMMITTEE COMMITTEE Energy & Environment Agriculture & SITE VISITS SESSION Fiscal Affairs & Rural Development Government Operations Economic Development, Human Services & Transportation & Public Safety Cultural Affairs Education

5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m. LEGISLATIVE, CENTER FOR THE PROGRAM INTERVAL RECEPTION & EXECUTIVE AND ADVANCEMENT OF STATE DINNER JUDICIAL STAFF LEADERSHIP SKILLS 9:00 p.m. — 11:30 p.m. NETWORKING EVENT (CALS) RECEPTION HOST STATE Starts at 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m. RECEPTION OPENING FAMILY NIGHT 2022 RECEPTION OKLAHOMA

WEDNESDAY, JULY 14 Departure day. No programmatic events are scheduled. 75TH ANNIVERSARY ANNUAL MEETING

Dear Colleagues and Friends, HOW TO PARTICIPATE

I am honored to serve as Chair of the Southern Legislative » Register for the SLC Annual Meeting at Conference (SLC) of The Council of State Governments during slcatlanta.org/TN2021. the 2020 – 2021 Conference year and to host, along with Lieutenant » A link for booking your hotel room at a Governor Randy McNally, the SLC's 75th Anniversary Annual discounted rate will be emailed to you Meeting in the dynamic city of Nashville. has the dis- upon registration. tinction of hosting our founding meeting in 1947, as well as our » Explore guest and youth activities on the 50th anniversary in 1996. host state website, slc2021.org.

The many facets of disruption that the pandemic has brought to » Stay current on Annual Meeting updates each and every one of us is a reminder that working collectively is via e-mail and on the web. the best approach to finding solutions to the challenges facing us. » Come to Tennessee prepared to share, While our region, alongside the nation, strives to chart a path for- learn and enjoy! ward through these unprecedented times, I can assure you that the mission of the SLC to keep our state elected and appointed officials current on issues of critical importance to the South has not lapsed. IMPORTANT DATES

The programs and services available to you through the SLC repre- May 23 Last day for discounted sent excellent resources that can help states maximize their efforts to registration rates serve their citizens. While the "new normal" may not yet be known Last day to secure hotel to us, the support provided by the SLC can help members navigate reservations a number of unique policy areas that have emerged and will need to be addressed with more collaborative and innovative approaches. June 18 Last day to submit a proposed policy position

Thank you for the steadfast support you have given the SLC as June 20 Last day to register for the we approach 75 years of service and dedication to promote and Annual Meeting online strengthen intergov­ernmental cooperation among our 15 member states. I look forward to working with each of you through the Last day to cancel Southern Legislative Conference as we overcome these new challenges, registration without confident the long history of success and resilience of our mutual incurring administrative fees organization and the Southern region will ensure a prosperous future. July 10 Meeting convenes

See you in Nashville! On-site registration opens July 14 Departures

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In the summer of 2021, the Southern The Premier Public Legislative Conference will return to its origins in Tennessee, the host Policy Forum for of the first SLC Annual Meeting, Southern State held in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1947, as well as its 50th, con- Legislatures vened in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1996. Continuing in this tradition, The 75th Annual Meeting SLC the Tennessee General Assembly of the Southern Legislative 2021 welcomes its friends and colleagues to Conference is in Nashville, Nashville, the Country Music Capital of Tennessee, July 10-14, 2021. the World, for a remarkable and memorable 75th Anniversary Annual Meeting. Convened as the focal point and culmination of its yearly activi- ties, the Annual Meeting of the Southern Legislative Conference is the nation's largest regional gath- ering of state legislators, legislative staff and government officials, and the premier public policy forum for Southern state legislatures.

Focusing on both existing and emerging state government inno- vations and solutions, the SLC Annual Meeting provides policy- makers an unparalleled framework for engaging regional and national policy experts about the issues that matter most to them and their HOTEL DISCOUNTS constituents. Register for the meeting to receive an email with access to discounted rates at the Grand Hyatt Nashville. Of equal benefit, numerous in­formal discussions allow state government TRAVELING BY PLANE officials to share their knowledge and experiences with colleagues Nashville, Tennessee, is served by the Nashville International Airport (BNA), just facing similar challenges and oppor- 10 minutes from downtown. Additional information on transportation to and tunities. This hallmark of the SLC from the airport will be available on slc2021.org before the meeting convenes. Annual Meeting gives policy­makers an opportunity to meet and collab- TRAVELING BY CAR orate on a broad spectrum of state The Grand Hyatt Nashville currently only offers valet parking for $45 per day. government issues. MEETING POLICIES

REGISTRATION FEES REGISTRATION » Discounted registration rates apply until Online registration is available until Sunday, June 20, Sunday, May 23. at slcatlanta.org/TN2021 » Online registration is available until Sunday, PRIMARY Registration Registration June 20 at slcatlanta.org/TN2021. fees until fees after REGISTRANTS May 23 May 23 » After June 20, all registrations are handled on-site. Legislator $400 $450 » On-site registration opens at 7:30 a.m., Saturday, July 10. Legislative Staff $400 $450 HOUSING Public Sector $500 $550 » To reserve a hotel room, you must first CALS/SAGE Alumnus No fee No fee register for the meeting. Upon registration, a link to access discounted hotel rates will 2021 Annual Meeting Contributor † No fee No fee be emailed to you. » Rooms are available on a first-come, One One CSG Associate (SLC Designee) first-served basis. complimentary complimentary registration per registration per » Rooms are available at a discounted rate CSG National Leadership Circle member member until Sunday, May 23, or until sold out.

Additional CSG Associate $750 $900 GENERAL GUIDELINES » All programs and events, unless otherwise Private Sector / All Others $1,000 $1,200 noted, will be at the Grand Hyatt Nashville.

SPOUSES AND GUESTS » All publicized SLC sessions and events are open to all registrants regardless of formal Legislative Spouse (includes committee appointments or affiliations. No fee No fee spouses of legislative staff) ATTIRE All Other Guests 18 and Older ‡ $100 per guest $125 per guest » Attire for committee meetings is business Children and youth aged 6-17 No fee No fee casual. » Attire for family and guest activities is casual NOTES: unless otherwise indicated. † Based on contribution level and subject to verification by the SLC. ‡ Primary participants may not register colleagues as guests and only up to Please visit slcatlanta.org/TN2021 for two non-family adult guests are permitted. Children 5 and under do not further details on SLC registration and need to be registered. housing policies. SERVING THE SOUTH

Alabama • • • • Kentucky • • • Missouri North Carolina • Oklahoma • • Tennessee • • • West Virginia

Founded in 1933, The Council of State Governments the most prevalent and unique state government policy (CSG) is our nation’s only organization serving all three issues facing Southern states. Member outreach in state branches of state government. CSG is a region-based capitols, leadership development and staff exchange pro- forum that fosters the exchange of insights and ideas grams, workshops, domestic and international delegation to help state officials shape public policy. This offers study tours, and policy fly-ins by the Southern Office unparalleled regional, national and international oppor- support state policymakers and legislative staff in their tunities to network, develop leaders, collaborate and work to build a stronger region. create problem-solving partnerships. Established in 1947, the SLC is a member-driven organi- Opened in 1959 as the final regional office of CSG, zation and serves as the premier public policy forum for the mission of the Southern Office is to promote and Southern state legislatures. The SLC Annual Meeting and strengthen intergovernmental cooperation among its 15 a broad array of similarly well-established and successful member states, predominantly through the programs and SLC programs — focusing on both existing and emerging services provided by its Southern Legislative Conference state government innovations and solutions — provide (SLC). Legislative leadership, members and staff de- policymakers diverse opportunities to interact with pol- pend on the SLC to identify and analyze solutions for icy experts and share their knowledge with colleagues.

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