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Wildfire Dashboard Update: New Legislative Briefings
CSG West has added new updates to its Forging a Resilient West platform — a daily-updated hub for…
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Notice of Open 2027 CSG West Officer Position
The CSG West Nominating Committee is currently accepting applications from Western legislators interested in serving as an officer…
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Alaska Policymakers Focus on Rural Health, Workforce, and LNG Development
During CSG West’s recent state visit to Juneau, staff met with legislative leadership and more than 20 Alaska…
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First Look: 2026 CSG West Annual Meeting Keynote Speakers
CSG West is pleased to announce the keynote speakers for the 79th CSG West Annual Meeting, taking place…
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Forging a Resilient West: A Regional Approach to Wildfire Policy
CSG West Policy Consultant Joe Kolman recently presented before the Nevada Legislative Committee for the Review and Oversight…
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CSG West Facilitates WESTRAIN Session on Communicating Clearly in a Complex World
CSG West was pleased to facilitate its most recent WESTRAIN program, “Communicating Clearly in a Complex World,” led…
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What Colorado Is Talking About: Water, Data Centers, and Public Safety
During CSG West’s recent state visit to Colorado, one theme dominated conversations at the Capitol: water. With snowpack…
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Celebrating 25 Years of Leadership: Congratulations to the WLA Class of 2025!
From December 16–19, CSG West proudly convened the Western Legislative Academy (WLA) Class of 2025 in Colorado Springs,…
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5th Annual Colorado River Forum: Key Takeaways, Insights, and the Path to 2026
Nearly 30 western state legislators gathered in Santa Fe for the 5th Annual Colorado River Forum at a…
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Shaping the Future of AI
Overview Nearly 30 western state legislators convened in Sacramento for an intensive, non-partisan workshop on the opportunities, challenges,…
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Pay Now to Reduce Fires — or Pay More Later
Wildfires across the Western United States continue to grow in size, frequency, and cost. Panelists at the Wildfires…
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Trade Trends: Tariff Impacts on Western States
The West is facing a dual shock: less water and more market consolidation. Colorado River flows are down…
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