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Championing Excellence in the State Legislatures & Governments of the Midwest

Latest Policy Research, News & Events

Nov

12-13

Events Building Better Outcomes for Child Welfare: Strengthening Systems Through Informed and Collaborative State Leadership Read More

Research and News 2026 MLC Chair’s Initiative: Literacy in Action Read More

Research and News How recent state laws are reshaping state elections, plus a preview of November ballot measures Read More

Nov

12

Events Webinar: Cross-Border Commitment Series Part 2: Advancing a Sustainable and Competitive Regional Economy Read More

Research and News With less gas being pumped, states pursue new options to fund roads Read More

Research and News Recap of 2026 Midwestern Legislative Conference Annual Meeting View

Research and News Illinois has first-in-nation law on AI safety; Iowa, Nebraska have new protections for chatbot users Read More

Research and News Use of newly available federal funds is only one part of states’ plans to meet challenge of building sustainable rural health systems Read More

Research and News Time to Build: State Policy Tools to Address the Housing Needs of Midwest Communities and the Workforce View

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