Who : National Governors Association Executive Director Raymond C. Scheppach
National Conference of State Legislatures Executive Director William T. Pound
American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators Chief Policy Officer Tom Wolfsohn
What: A media briefing releasing a comprehensive analysis of the federal Real ID Act, which creates national standards for issuing state driver’s licenses and identification cards. The report will set forth the consequences and costs of implementing the act and make recommendations to facilitate a more realistic and achievable approach.
When: Thursday, September 21, 2006 at 10:00 a.m.
Where: Hall of the States Building, Room 283/285
444 North Capitol Street, NW
Washington, D.C.
NOTE: To call in to the press conference, please dial 1-800-794-3526. Enter 8572186#. If you experience any problems, dial 1-847-407-6935 and enter 8572186#. Please call in no later than 9:45 a.m., and mute phones until the Q & A session following remarks.
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The National Governors Association (NGA) is the collective voice of the nation's governors and one of Washington, D.C.'s most respected public policy organizations. NGA provides governors with services that range from representing states on Capitol Hill and before the administration, to developing policy reports on innovative state programs and hosting networking seminars for state government executive branch officials. The NGA Center for Best Practices focuses on state innovations and best practices on issues that range from education and health to technology, welfare reform, and the environment. For more information about NGA and the Center for Best Practices, please visit www.nga.org.
The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) is the bipartisan organization that serves the legislators and staff of the states, commonwealths and territories. It provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues and is an effective and respected advocate for the interests of the states in the American federal system. For more information, visit www.ncsl.org.
The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing safety and security through motor vehicle administration and law enforcement. AAMVA develops model programs in motor vehicle administration, law enforcement and highway safety. The association's programs encourage uniformity and reciprocity among the states and provinces, and liaisons with other levels of government and the private sector. Founded in 1933, AAMVA represents the state and provincial officials in the United States and Canada who administer and enforce motor vehicle laws.