Sentences with phrase «legislative policy development»

We are a national voice for relationship services and we influence political and legislative policy development in the area of family support.

That's because the expenditures are listed in NEA's financial disclosure report as expenses for «media,» going to Independent Strategies, one of Rakis and Varoga's groups, for «generalized message, program expenses,» or «membership communication development,» or «legislative policy development.»

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Before joining DFAIT, he worked at the Department of Finance, including from 1983 - 1990 with the Financial Sector Policy Branch where he served as Project Director, Financial Institutions Reform Project, and chaired the Inter-Departmental Legislative Review Committee, which guided the development of the 1992 reforms that overhauled the federal financial institutions statutes (the Bank Act, the Insurance Companies Act, the Trust and Loan Companies Act and the Cooperative Credit Associations Act).

There he says, one, that the shift from the concept of «the State's role as providers of equal opportunities to every citizen» to that of providing education, health and other social services «to those who can afford to pay» is a U-turn in public policy which «has been made surreptitiously by administrative action without public discussion and legislative sanction»; two, that the total commercialization of social sectors is «alien even to free market societies»; and three, that «the ready acceptance of self - financing concept in social sectors alien even to free - market societies is the end result of gradual disenchantment with the Kerala Model of Development», which has been emphasizing the social dimension rather than the economic, but that it is quite false to present the situation as calling for a choice between social development and econoDevelopment», which has been emphasizing the social dimension rather than the economic, but that it is quite false to present the situation as calling for a choice between social development and econodevelopment and economic growth.

Printpack currently has five full - time, corporate - level environmental professionals who are responsible for providing services in the areas of regulatory interpretation, auditing, environmental engineering, environmental data management, permitting, environmental policy development and legislative affairs.

This Network has collaboratively developed as a key strategic priority the development and implementation of an Urban and Regional Food Charter for Victoria, as a systemic and integrated text to drive forward legislative and policy change and shape practice across the state.

* Day 1 Monday, February 22, 2016 4:00 PM -5:00 PM Registration & Networking 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Welcome Reception & Opening Remarks Kevin de Leon, President pro Tem, California State Senate Debra McMannis, Director of Early Education & Support Division, California Department of Education (invited) Karen Stapf Walters, Executive Director, California State Board of Education (invited) 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM Keynote Address & Dinner Dr. Patricia K. Kuhl, Co-Director, Institute for Learning & Brain Sciences * Day 2 Tuesday February 23, 2016 8:00 AM — 9:00 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast, & Networking 9:00 AM — 9:15 AM Opening Remarks John Kim, Executive Director, Advancement Project Camille Maben, Executive Director, First 5 California Tom Torlakson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, California Department of Education 9:15 AM — 10:00 AM Morning Keynote David B. Grusky, Executive Director, Stanford's Center on Poverty & Inequality 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Educating California's Young Children: The Recent Developments in Transitional Kindergarten & Expanded Transitional Kindergarten (Panel Discussion) Deborah Kong, Executive Director, Early Edge California Heather Quick, Principal Research Scientist, American Institutes for Research Dean Tagawa, Administrator for Early Education, Los Angeles Unified School District Moderator: Erin Gabel, Deputy Director, First 5 California (Invited) 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM «Political Will & Prioritizing ECE» (Panel Discussion) Eric Heins, President, California Teachers Association Senator Hannah - Beth Jackson, Chair of the Women's Legislative Committee, California State Senate David Kirp, James D. Marver Professor of Public Policy, University of California, Berkeley Assemblyman Kevin McCarty, Chairman of Subcommittee No. 2 of Education Finance, California State Assembly Moderator: Kim Pattillo Brownson, Managing Director, Policy & Advocacy, Advancement Project 12:00 PM — 12:45 PM Lunch 12:45 PM — 1:45 PM Lunch Keynote - «How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character» Paul Tough, New York Times Magazine Writer, Author 1:45 PM — 1:55 PM Break 2:00 PM — 3:05 PM Elevating ECE Through Meaningful Community Partnerships (Panel Discussion) Sandra Guiterrez, National Director, Abriendo Purtas / Opening Doors Mary Ignatius, Statewide Organize of Parent Voices, California Child Care Resource & Referral Network Jacquelyn McCroskey, John Mile Professor of Child Welfare, University of Southern California School of Social Work Jolene Smith, Chief Executive Officer, First 5 Santa Clara County Moderator: Rafael González, Director of Best Start, First 5 LA 3:05 PM — 3:20 PM Closing Remarks Camille Maben, Executive Director, First 5 California * Agenda Subject to Change

He also served in numerous positions at the U.S. Department of Labor, culminating as Chief of Staff in the Employment Standards Administration where he coordinated legislative, regulatory, communications, and policy development.

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«In addition to working with state and local officials on legislative matters and issues of critical importance to American and the airline industry, Towns oversees American's interactions with municipal, public policy and economic development organizations in New York, Boston and elsewhere,» American Airlines stated.

After three long years of policy development, consultations and legislative debate, the end was at last in sight for the government's proposed Electricity Market Reform.

Cox, who was in the Capitol Wednesday for the opening of the legislative session, said Cuomo's economic development policies had failed and that he had tried to «bribe» legislators to hold a special session that would have included a pay increase and a package of bills that was an «uncooked mess.»

Prior to joining CPD, Francesca served as the Director of Policy and Advocacy for the Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC) and Political Director for FLIC Votes, where she led the development and implementation of strategic legislative, policy and voter engagement campaigns locally and statPolicy and Advocacy for the Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC) and Political Director for FLIC Votes, where she led the development and implementation of strategic legislative, policy and voter engagement campaigns locally and statpolicy and voter engagement campaigns locally and statewide.

«At the highest levels of government, people viewed economic development and energy policies as a gold rush,» said Blair Horner, the longtime legislative director for the New York Public Interest Research Group.

Robert Megna: Director of the Division of Budget Jim Malatras: Deputy Secretary for Policy Management Andrew Zambelli: Counselor to the Governor Linda Lacewell: Special Assistant to the Governor Paul Francis: Director of Agency Redesign and Efficiency Sabrina Ty: Deputy Secretary of Legislative Affairs Barry Sample: Deputy Director of State Operations Leslie Leach: Appointments Secretary to the Governor Yrthya Dinzey - Flores: Chief Diversity Officer Gaurav Vasisht: First Assistant Counsel Alphonso David: Deputy Secretary for Civil Rights Kristin Proud: Deputy Secretary for Human Services, Operations, and Technology Elizabeth Glazer: Deputy Secretary for Public Safety Patrick Foye: Deputy Secretary for Economic Development James Introne: Deputy Secretary for Health and Director of Healthcare Redesign Thomas Congdon: Assistant Secretary for Energy and Environment Yomika Bennett: Assistant Secretary for Transportation

During their first placement, fellows gain invaluable experience as they assist in the development of legislative and public policy initiatives within Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) member offices.

During the first - year office placement, Fellows gain invaluable experience as they assist in the development of legislative and public policy initiatives in CBC Member Offices.

The fellowship allowed me to go further in that direction by combining my scientific expertise with the communication of science to large audiences, and it provided me with experience and skills in policy development, legislative affairs, business, and government relations that I continue to draw upon today.»

The Fall, Winter, and Spring / Summer issues of The Bilingual Times bring you updates on the activities of the association and its members: local, regional, and statewide calendar of events, information on current legislative and policy developments related to the field of Bilingual Education and articles on best practices submitted by practitioners.

Register today for ASCD's 2013 Leadership Institute for Legislative Advocacy (LILA), which provides educators with the opportunity to learn about the latest education policy developments that influence their day - to - day work and to meet with their lawmakers about crucial education issues.

In this position, Brian oversaw policy development and legislative advocacy focused on developing and strengthening access and equity for vulnerable student populations in California Community Colleges.

You can now register for ASCD's Leadership Institute for Legislative Advocacy (LILA), the association's annual legislative conference, which offers the opportunity to learn about the latest education policy developments and meet with lawmakers to share your expertise about the education issues that mLegislative Advocacy (LILA), the association's annual legislative conference, which offers the opportunity to learn about the latest education policy developments and meet with lawmakers to share your expertise about the education issues that mlegislative conference, which offers the opportunity to learn about the latest education policy developments and meet with lawmakers to share your expertise about the education issues that matter most.

This recap concludes FCAN's series of monthly updates during the 2018 Florida Legislative Session to inform education stakeholders and leaders about policy developments related to postsecondary access and attainment.

His portfolio includes intra-department coordination, early learning strategic planning, communications, education policy development, legislative technical assistance, stakeholder relations, and Secretary and senior staff briefings.

Brenda Lilienthal Welburn served as the Executive Director of the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE) from 1994 until 2012 and is known as an association manager and legislative professional with more than 35 years of experience in policy development and analysis in education and human service issues.

ASCD's 2015 Legislative Agenda (PDF) calls on the federal government to reauthorize education policies in a way that addresses and supports the needs of today's students and educators, bolstering the development of the whole child at every level of the education system.

In addition, I serve as a member of the League's Policy and Advocacy Team, and will help keep schools informed about developments in the legislative session.

HECSE Members have access to up - to - date legislative and policy development information, professional development and funding opportunities, assistance with faculty and scholarship searches; and much more.

Ms. Young has also led the development of education policy and legislation as the education legislative assistant for U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D - WA) and for the National Governors Association's Education, Early Childhood, and Workforce Committee.

Therefore, the Office of the Under Secretary comprises multiple offices, with a broad range of functions and missions, including domestic and international transportation policy development and implementation, economic and legislative analysis, regulatory oversight and public engagement.

Participates in the development of major legislative and regulatory proposals and ensures conformity with established Departmental policy.

In this role, he serves as a principal advisor to the Secretary and provides leadership in the development of policies for the Department, generating proposals and providing advice regarding legislative and regulatory initiatives across all modes of transportation.

The Under Secretary for Policy serves as a principal advisor to the Secretary and provides leadership in the development of policies for the Department, generating proposals and providing advice regarding legislative and regulatory initiatives across all modes of transportation.

Here is a roundup of news surrounding recent developments in President - elect Donald Trump's housing policy, key legislative proposals and also reports on the benefits of front - end credit risk sharing with deep cover mortgage insurance, and a new USMI blog post on unnecessary upfront risk fees (loan - level price adjustments) imposed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

She's passionate about legislative advocacy and public policy development.

HLS SALDF also addressed the popular issue of wild animals in captivity through talks by Chris Green, former ALDF legislative director (and current executive director of the Animal Law & Policy Program at Harvard Law School), who spoke about legal developments in this area, and Death at SeaWorld author David Kirby, who spoke on the plight of captive orcas.

The charity's areas of work include humane companion animal management in Portugal, dog meat trades in SE Asia, wildlife in captivity, small NGO capacity development and support, lobbying of governments for sustainable legislative change and public policy enforcement, and welfare improvement.

While having a body of existing policies and laws that cover «substantial ground» lessens the need for new legislation, «a sustained low level of legislative developments could be a sign for concern,» the study says.

Friends of the Earth Georgia also conducts practical activities such as tree planting, clean - up actions, public awareness raising projects, media, policy and legislative work and the development of ecologically safe technologies.

This booklet sets out a vision of the 21st century city, recommends nine principles for achieving sustainable urban development, and proposes a policy and legislative framework for a new urban paradigm.

Gordian is regarded as a key player in regional energy policy, testifying before local and state legislative bodies and participating in the development of New York State Energy Plans.

NJSEC seeks to provide public policy support for New Jersey's solar industry through legislative and regulatory advocacy, outreach, education, and the development of policy alternatives that align with the fiscal and social circumstances unique to New Jersey.

Proposed laws get a lot of screens, though their application is subject to the political process: public servants in the in - house policy development process, political staff ditto, professional drafters, Cabinet, then members of the legislature and in many cases legislative committeed with witnesses who may well be experts (and who often claim to be)-- and then consultations with experts as regulations are drafted.

With extensive experience serving in senior national security posts in federal agencies, our lawyers provide regulatory, legislative and transactional advice to companies that supply products and services to governmental customers and to clients whose commercial operations or strategic development are affected by changing security requirements and policies.

«Also I think generally for the Asia - Pacific market, each country is in some state of development and governments are very different, which has meant a lot of work in the public policy arena and keeping up to date with legislative reforms.

The Assembly First Nations» (AFN) Environment unit supports First Nations exercising their Inherent and Treaty rights over all terrestrial, aquatic and ocean habitats and resources, while facilitating and coordinating national First Nations perspectives on policy, program and legislative developments.

There's no legislative authority for these exemptions; they are provided for in a policy manual written by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

According to Gesualdi - Fecteau, the legal opinions and services that provincial lawyers provide their employer / client with on a daily basis — everything from policy development and legislative drafting to advisory and legal services and litigation — puts them in an awkward negotiating position.

Appointee to Florida League of Cities» Growth Management and Economic Development Legislative Policy Committee, 2013 - 2016 Legislative Sessions

WCJC achieves this objective through policy development, legislative lobbying, and our appellate programs.