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NCSL Legislative Video Resource Center

The NCSL Video Resource Center is a collection of recorded webinars accessible for on-demand learning.

Professional Development

Cybertechnology and the Law

New technologies are outpacing the laws that govern their use. However, a focus on outcomes and principles, rather than specific technologies or prescribed processes, can help avoid outdated cybersecurity laws and unintended consequences. Involving a broader group of technology, legal and policy experts in policy discussions also can lead to more effective laws and policies.

Produced by: NALIT Produced by: RELACS

Legislative Staff Training Programs: A Look at Diverse Approaches Across the Nation

Learn from representatives from three states who talk about their staff training programs. All presenters share the impetus and history of their state’s staff training program, problems encountered along the way and any changes made and advice for other states.

Produced by: LRL

Federal and State Preemption Basics: What Every Drafter Ought to Know

Follow an overview of the fundamentals of the constitutional doctrine of federal preemption and an introduction to state preemption of local laws.

Produced by: RELACS

Drafting in Plain Language: Leaving Legalese Behind

What is legalese? Why should legalese should be avoided when drafting bills? How do you apply plain language principles in bill drafting? Learn the answers to these questions and engage in exercises to illustrate these principles.

Produced by: RELACS

Client Interaction for Legislative Drafters

Learn about effectively communicating with clients, filling in the blanks in drafting requests, asking effective questions, filtering out the noise, and creating strategies to deal with challenging situations, including delivering news that your client may not want to hear.

Produced by: RELACS
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