About the National Governors Association

Founded in 1908, the National Governors Association (NGA) is the instrument through which the nation’s governors collectively influence the development and implementation of national policy and apply creative leadership to state issues. Its members are the governors of the 50 states, three territories, and two commonwealths. Through NGA’s standing policy committees, the governors examine and develop policy and address key state and national issues. NGA also provides management and technical assistance to both new and incumbent governors.

The NGA Center for Best Practices is considered the nation’s leading authority on state innovation, helping governors and their policy advisors develop and implement effective solutions to governance and policy challenges facing them in their states. The Center works in a number of policy arenas including education, health, technology, human services, workforce development, homeland security, and the environment. The Center provides tailored technical assistance, tracks and evaluates state innovations and best practices, and helps governors and their staffs develop cutting-edge solutions to stay ahead of problems.