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Food security policy extends beyond SNAP, with states using an array of nutrition, charitable food and community-based approaches to make food available to those in need. Read more: bit.ly/4s1HGIj
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The key tension for child welfare policymakers is how to both meet emergency needs and pay for prevention that saves money and heartbreak down the line. Read more: bit.ly/4hH8R7Z #NCSLsummit
The image is an illustrated guide on overcoming the either/or mentality in child welfare financing. It includes doodles of people, speech bubbles, and text about topics like financing strategies and a Whole Child approach. The title and author, Kelley Griffin, are displayed, along with a National Conference of State Legislatures news label and a logo for the NCSL Legislative Summit in Chicago, 2023.

ALT The image is an illustrated guide on overcoming the either/or mentality in child welfare financing. It includes doodles of people, speech bubbles, and text about topics like financing strategies and a Whole Child approach. The title and author, Kelley Griffin, are displayed, along with a National Conference of State Legislatures news label and a logo for the NCSL Legislative Summit in Chicago, 2023.

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Lawmakers weigh guardrails for license plate readers amid privacy concerns. Learn more about this developing policy issue bit.ly/3Wa3m9g
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As artificial intelligence reshapes political campaigns, how can states address deceptive AI-generated content while protecting free speech? bit.ly/4yK26Yo @ASP
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When AI campaign ads fake reality, where should states draw the line? CA Assemblywoman Gail Pellerin (D) and AZ Rep. Justin Wilmeth (R) discuss how to address deceptive AI-generated political content while protecting free speech. bit.ly/4yK26Yo @ASP #AI #Elections #NCSL
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In 24 states and Washington, D.C., qualified residents can register to vote and cast a ballot at the same time. Seventeen states and Washington, D.C., offer this option during early voting and on Election Day. Read more in this week's #MapMonday: bit.ly/4rXzHvW
This image features an American flag, a voter registration application form, and a pair of glasses. Text reads "Same-Day Voter Registration Across the States" with a logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) visible.

ALT This image features an American flag, a voter registration application form, and a pair of glasses. Text reads "Same-Day Voter Registration Across the States" with a logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) visible.

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act made significant changes to SNAP, requiring states to assess how current funding, staffing and technology systems align with new program responsibilities. Read more: bit.ly/4s1HGIj
A person hands another person a food item at what appears to be a market stall. The image is overlaid with text that reads: "2026 SNAP and Food Security Legislative Trends. Children and Families | State-Federal Affairs | Human Services." The top right corner has a label: "NCSL Report" with the NCSL logo at the bottom.

ALT A person hands another person a food item at what appears to be a market stall. The image is overlaid with text that reads: "2026 SNAP and Food Security Legislative Trends. Children and Families | State-Federal Affairs | Human Services." The top right corner has a label: "NCSL Report" with the NCSL logo at the bottom.

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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Strengthening cybersecurity practices can help ensure the safety of America’s water, transportation, healthcare and other vital systems. Read more: bit.ly/4hJZoNi
A padlock sits on a keyboard under purple and blue lighting. A banner reads "State Legislatures News." The text says "Cybersecurity Awareness Month Puts Focus on Critical Infrastructure" by NCSL Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy. The NCSL logo is at the bottom right.

ALT A padlock sits on a keyboard under purple and blue lighting. A banner reads "State Legislatures News." The text says "Cybersecurity Awareness Month Puts Focus on Critical Infrastructure" by NCSL Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy. The NCSL logo is at the bottom right.

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As artificial intelligence reshapes political campaigns, how can states address deceptive AI-generated content while protecting free speech? bit.ly/4yK26Yo
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Training young people to respond to signs of trouble, increasing access to counselors and using the community schools model all show promise. Read more: bit.ly/3WlzMha #NCSLsummit
A group of five smiling individuals in casual clothing stands together indoors. A "State Legislatures News" banner appears at the top, with text reading "How to Support Students’ Mental Health? The Adults and Peers Around Them Can Help." By Kelley Griffin. An event logo for NCSL Summit Chicago 2023 is at the bottom right.

ALT A group of five smiling individuals in casual clothing stands together indoors. A "State Legislatures News" banner appears at the top, with text reading "How to Support Students’ Mental Health? The Adults and Peers Around Them Can Help." By Kelley Griffin. An event logo for NCSL Summit Chicago 2023 is at the bottom right.

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A college degree can raise a graduate’s earnings, but the payoff depends on the program, the cost and whether the students complete their studies. Read more: bit.ly/4dK6Mpx #NCSLsummit
A group of graduates in caps and gowns celebrate outdoors, adjusting their caps and smiling. A banner reads, "STATE LEGISLATURES NEWS." The text on the image states, "Metrics Matter When Gauging Value of Certificates, College Degrees" by Marilyn Villalobos, Education. The image includes a logo for "NCSL SUMMIT Chicago 2023.

ALT A group of graduates in caps and gowns celebrate outdoors, adjusting their caps and smiling. A banner reads, "STATE LEGISLATURES NEWS." The text on the image states, "Metrics Matter When Gauging Value of Certificates, College Degrees" by Marilyn Villalobos, Education. The image includes a logo for "NCSL SUMMIT Chicago 2023.

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Join NCSL for a timely post-election analysis of the 2026 state elections. They’ll discuss changes in legislative control, shifts within chambers, potential trifectas & the results of some of the most closely watched ballot measures. More: ncsl.org/town-hall #NCSLelections
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NCSL’s review of 2025 and ’26 legislation, updated this week, identifies about 100 bills and resolutions in 39 states addressing data center water use and related planning. Read more: bit.ly/4yQkZd0
Exterior view of a large data center facility with metal structures and pipes. The image features the text: "As They Consider New Data Centers, States Target Water Use" by Tom Klein, pertaining to environment, energy, and transportation. It includes a logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). A green label reads, "State Legislatures News.

ALT Exterior view of a large data center facility with metal structures and pipes. The image features the text: "As They Consider New Data Centers, States Target Water Use" by Tom Klein, pertaining to environment, energy, and transportation. It includes a logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). A green label reads, "State Legislatures News.

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What changes should voters expect this year when they receive their ballot either in the mail, at early voting booths or on election day? Watch the full interview to hear from NCSL's elections director Katy Owens Hubler: bit.ly/4hReBw1 #NCSLelections
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On Election Day, voters in 16 states will have a say on tax policy. And, as in the 2024 election, property tax measures lead the way. Income tax measures come in a close second. Read more: bit.ly/4yrYRFA
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New federal SNAP rules are pushing states to rethink budgets, technology, staffing and how they help families keep food on the table. Read more: bit.ly/4ArVn7c #NCSLsummit
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Youth justice remains a perennial issue in states, requiring lawmakers to balance the interests of accountability and public safety with the welfare and rehabilitation of young people. Read more: bit.ly/3T2Hz2t
A classroom with desks and chairs. The image includes the text: "Youth Justice: A Guidebook for Legislators - Civil and Criminal Justice." The logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) is displayed at the bottom.

ALT A classroom with desks and chairs. The image includes the text: "Youth Justice: A Guidebook for Legislators - Civil and Criminal Justice." The logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) is displayed at the bottom.

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With most legislative seats on the ballot and more than 150 statewide measures already qualified, NCSL elections experts say the 2026 cycle is still full of question marks. Read more: bit.ly/4dk2vsp
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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Strengthening cybersecurity practices can help ensure the safety of America’s water, transportation, healthcare and other vital systems. Read more: bit.ly/4hJZoNi
A padlock sits on a keyboard under purple and blue lighting. A banner reads "State Legislatures News." The text says "Cybersecurity Awareness Month Puts Focus on Critical Infrastructure" by NCSL Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy. The NCSL logo is at the bottom right.

ALT A padlock sits on a keyboard under purple and blue lighting. A banner reads "State Legislatures News." The text says "Cybersecurity Awareness Month Puts Focus on Critical Infrastructure" by NCSL Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy. The NCSL logo is at the bottom right.

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In 24 states and Washington, D.C., qualified residents can register to vote and cast a ballot at the same time. Seventeen states and Washington, D.C., offer this option during early voting and on Election Day. Read more in this week's #MapMonday: bit.ly/4rXzHvW
This image features an American flag, a voter registration application form, and a pair of glasses. Text reads "Same-Day Voter Registration Across the States" with a logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) visible.

ALT This image features an American flag, a voter registration application form, and a pair of glasses. Text reads "Same-Day Voter Registration Across the States" with a logo for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) visible.

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