NCSL Legislative Video Resource Center

The economic resiliency of U.S. households is a cross-cutting issue like no other. It affects every aspect of life and intersects with every policy area, especially health, housing, employment, education and law enforcement. Despite its importance, economic mobility is on the decline. Learn more about the perils of waning economic mobility and about evidence-based solutions. Speakers include Danielle Goonan, The Rockefeller Foundation and David A. Williams, Opportunity Insights.

Explore the economic benefits of investing in early childhood. Speakers include Dr. Art Rolnik, University of Minnesota.

Adverse events that occur in childhood can lead to negative psychological, social and physical outcomes later in life–and can even affect future generations. Hear an overview of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), including considerations during the pandemic, and examples of state action to prevent and reduce their harmful effects. Speakers include Dr. Melissa Merrick, Prevent Child Abuse America, Kate Bradford, NCSL, Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi (D-N.Y.) and Representative Sherrie Conley (R-Okla.).