| Q: What is the mission of CSG?
A: The Council of State Governments is the premier multibranch organization forecasting policy trends for the community of states, commonwealths and territories on a national and regional basis. CSG alerts state elected and appointed officials to emerging social, economic and political trends; offers innovative state policy responses to rapidly changing conditions; and advocates multistate problem-solving to maximize resources and competitiveness. CSG promotes excellence in decision-making and leadership skills and champions state sovereignty. Q: Whom does CSG serve? A: Founded in 1933, CSG serves the executive, judicial and legislative branches of state government through leadership education, research and information services. Q: Where is CSG headquarters? A: CSG's national headquarters is in Lexington, Ky. The address is 2760 Research Park Drive, P.O. Box 11910, Lexington, Ky 40578-1910. The phone number is (859) 244-8000 and the fax number is (859) 244-8001. Q: Does CSG have any other offices? A: Yes. The Council's unique structure features four regional offices that focus on the needs, special concerns and opportunities of the Eastern, Midwestern, Western and Southern states. In addition, the Council maintains an office in Washington, D.C, to monitor activities in the federal government and their impact on state issues and programs. Q: Is CSG affiliated with any party? A: No. CSG is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that seeks to foster excellence in state government. Q: When was CSG created? A: In the 1930s, Colorado Sen. Henry Toll devised a plan for a national association to serve state leaders and their institutions. CSG continues to provide state officials with the tools and strategies they need to implement effective policy and programs. The Council serves as a catalyst for state leadership, building new partnerships within government and among governing entities, promoting multi-state and regional cooperative ventures, and establishing vital links with the private sector and other civic leaders. Q: How is CSG funded? A:
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State News Trivia
In the United States, 84.2 percent of citizens were covered by health insurance in 2006, according to the 2008 Book of the States, published by The Council of State Governments. Which state has the highest percentage of residents covered by health insurance? Which state had the lowest percentage?
States Address Dropout Problems
Stateline Midwest examines policy strategies in Illinois, Michigan and Ohio to address those states' high school dropout problems.
CSG/ERC Supports Increases in LIHEAP
In the face of rising energy prices, which put an increased burden on low-income families throughout the U.S., The Council of State Governments/Eastern Regional Conference is supporting increased funding for low-income heating assistance program.
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