ANNUAL MEETING OVERVIEW

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2 ANNUAL MEETING OVERVIEW SATURDAY JULY 13 SUNDAY JULY 14 MONDAY JULY 15 TUESDAY JULY 16 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. 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Agriculture & Rural Development Economic Development, Transportation & Cultural Affairs Education 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Energy & Environment Fiscal Affairs & Government Operations Human Services & Public Safety 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. CLOSING PLENARY & BUSINESS BREAKFAST SESSION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meets upon conclusion of the Closing Plenary 11:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m. STAFF WORKSHOP 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. SLC/TAYLOR BARRAS SERVICE EVENT noon 1:30 p.m. WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP FORUM 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. OPENING PLENARY SESSION noon 1:30 p.m. COMPARATIVE DATA REPORTS 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. STATE TRANSFORMATION IN ACTION RECOGNITION (STAR) AWARD JUDGES PANEL 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SESSION 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. OPENING RECEPTION 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Energy & Environment Fiscal Affairs & Government Operations Human Services & Public Safety 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF LEADERSHIP SKILLS (CALS) RECEPTION 6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. FAMILY NIGHT 2:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Agriculture & Rural Development Economic Development, Transportation & Cultural Affairs Education 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. PROGRAM INTERVAL 9:00 p.m. 11:30 p.m HOST STATE RECEPTION: NORTH CAROLINA 11:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. COMMITTEE SITE VISITS 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. RECEPTION & STATE DINNER WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 Departure day. No programmatic events are scheduled.

Dear Friends and Colleagues, On behalf of the Louisiana Legislature, I am honored to serve as the 2018 2019 Chair of the Southern Legislative Conference (SLC) and to host our 73 rd SLC Annual Meeting

Our Southern Legislative Conference reflects a region of unparalleled opportunity, abundant resources, diverse populations and natural beauty.

3 Dear Friends and Colleagues, On behalf of the Louisiana Legislature, I am honored to serve as the Chair of the Southern Legislative Conference (SLC) and to host our 73 rd SLC Annual Meeting in New Orleans, July We look forward to sharing with you Louisiana s rich history, warm hospitality and vibrant city. Our Southern Legislative Conference reflects a region of unparalleled opportunity, abundant resources, diverse populations and natural beauty. Collectively, through the efforts of our strong legislative institutions, we strive to govern in a manner that reflects fiscal responsibility, but also seeks to advance economic certainty and provide the necessary programs and services for our residents to prosper. The Council of State Governments regional legislative conferences have been the testing ground for state elected officials ideas and programs for more than 80 years. The Southern Legislative Conference s unique convening power has enabled us to bring together diverse voices from within our region and across the nation, helping to clarify differences and find common ground to shared problems and issues. Our continued ability to come together to learn from one another is a testament to the strength and vitality of the SLC, as well as that of the Southern region. Our 73 rd annual meeting will provide you with a renewed outlook on public service, bring you closer to policy experts and practitioners of innovative programs, and allow members time for candid conversation and dialogue in an environment conducive to learning and exploring. I look forward to serving as your Chair and seeing you in New Orleans. Sincerely, Speaker Taylor F. Barras Louisiana SLC Chair HOW TO PARTICIPATE Register for the SLC annual meeting at slcatlanta.org/la2019 A link for booking your hotel room at a discounted rate will be ed to you upon registration Sign up for guest and youth activities on the host state website slc2019.org Stay current on annual meeting updates via and on the web Come to Louisiana prepared to share, learn and enjoy! Remember to visit slc2019.org for: Guest and youth activity sign-up (separate sign-up required to participate) New Orleans area attractions Special host state events IMPORTANT DATES May 24 June 21 July 13 July 17 Last day for discounted registration rates Last day to secure hotel reservations Last day to register for the annual meeting online Last day to cancel registration without incurring administrative fees Last day to submit a proposed policy position Meeting convenes On-site registration opens Departures

4 The Premier Public Policy Forum for Southern State Legislatures The 73 rd Annual Meeting of the Southern Legislative Conference is in New Orleans, Louisiana, July Convened as the focal point and culmination of its yearly activities, the Annual Meeting of the Southern Legislative Conference is the nation's largest regional gathering 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 innovations and solutions, the SLC Annual Meeting provides policymakers diverse opportunities to engage regional and national policy experts about the issues that matter most to them and their constituents. As the foundation of policy discussions, the Conference's six standing committees select the most critical and relevant state government policy issues facing the Southern region as committee session topics. Of equal benefit, numerous informal discussions allow state government officials to share their knowledge and experiences with colleagues facing similar challenges and opportunities. This hallmark of the SLC Annual Meeting gives policymakers an opportunity to meet and collaborate on a broad spectrum of state government issues. Louisiana 2019 Each year, the SLC Annual Meeting reminds participants of the tradition of hospitality that is the trademark of the South and shines a spotlight on the host state s year-long planning to accommodate members from across the region with special activities and events unique to both the host city and state. Online registration is available until Friday, June 21, at slcatlanta.org/la2019 PRIMARY REGISTRANTS SPOUSES AND GUESTS NOTES Registration category Registration fees until May 24 Registration fees after May 24 State Legislator $400 $450 Legislative Staff $400 $450 Other State Government Official $450 $500 Current SLC Committee Chair No fee No fee CALS Alumnus No fee No fee 2019 Annual Meeting Contributor No fee No fee CSG Associate (SLC Designee) CSG National Leadership Circle One complimentary registration per member One complimentary registration per member Additional CSG Associate $675 $750 Private Sector / All Others $900 $1,000 Spouse of Legislator or Legislative Staff No fee No fee All Other Guests 18 and Older $100 per guest $125 per guest Based on contribution level and subject to verification by the SLC. Primary participants may not register colleagues as guests. The SLC does not charge a registration fee for guests 17 and under. Children 5 and under do not need to be registered.

Discounted registration rates apply until Friday, May 24. Online registration is available until Friday, June 21 at slcatlanta.org/la2019. After June 21, all registrations are handled on-site.

Upon registration, a link to access discounted hotel rates will be emailed to you. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

GENERAL GUIDELINES All substantive policy sessions, workshops and events are at the Sheraton New Orleans.

5 Discounted registration rates apply until Friday, May 24. Online registration is available until Friday, June 21 at slcatlanta.org/la2019. After June 21, all registrations are handled on-site. On-site registration opens at 7:30 a.m., Saturday, July 13. HOUSING To reserve a hotel room, you must first register for the meeting. Upon registration, a link to access discounted hotel rates will be ed to you. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Rooms are available at a discounted rate of $145 (plus taxes and fees) until May 24, or until sold out. GENERAL GUIDELINES All substantive policy sessions, workshops and events are at the Sheraton New Orleans. All publicized SLC sessions and events are open to all registrants regardless of formal committee appointments or affiliations. ATTIRE Attire for committee meetings is business casual. Attire for family and guest activities is casual unless otherwise indicated. Please visit slcatlanta.org/la2019 for further details on SLC registration and housing policies. SLC Annual Meeting registrants receive discounted rates at the Sheraton New Orleans OPENING RECEPTION AT THE NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM SATURDAY, JULY 13 FAMILY NIGHT AT THE AUDUBON AQUARIUM SUNDAY, JULY 14

6 Southern Office of The Council of State Governments P.O. Box Atlanta, Georgia phone: (404) fax: (404) web: slcatlanta.org Colleen Cousineau Director, Southern Legislative Conference Director, Southern Office of The Council of State Governments SERVING THE SOUTH Alabama Arkansas Florida Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Mississippi Missouri North Carolina Oklahoma South Carolina Tennessee Texas Virginia West Virginia Founded in 1933, The Council of State Governments (CSG) is our nation s only organization serving all three branches of state government. CSG is a region-based forum that fosters the exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy. This offers unparalleled regional, national and international opportunities to network, develop leaders, collaborate and create problem-solving partnerships. Opened in 1959 as the final regional office of CSG, the mission of the Southern Office is to promote and strengthen intergovernmental cooperation among its 15-member states, predominantly through the programs and services provided by its Southern Legislative Conference (SLC). Legislative leadership, members and staff depend on the SLC to identify and analyze solutions for the most prevalent and unique state government policy issues facing Southern states. Member outreach in state capitols, leadership development and staff exchange programs, meetings, domestic and international delegation study tours, and policy fly-ins by the Southern Office support state policymakers and legislative staff in their work to build a stronger region. Established in 1947, the SLC is a member-driven organization and serves as the premier public policy forum for Southern state legislatures. The SLC Annual Meeting and a broad array of similarly well-established and successful SLC programs focusing on both existing and emerging state government innovations and solutions provide policymakers diverse opportunities to interact with policy experts and share their knowledge with colleagues. Southern Legislative Conference and SLC are trademarks registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

THE PREMIER PUBLIC POLICY FORUM for SOUTHERN STATE LEGISLATURES

THE PREMIER PUBLIC POLICY FORUM for SOUTHERN STATE LEGISLATURES ANNUAL MEETING OVERVIEW SATURDAY JULY 21 SUNDAY JULY 22 MONDAY JULY 23 TUESDAY JULY 24 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m.