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NASAA Notes: June 2024

June
2024

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From the President and CEO

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Legislative Update

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From the President and CEO
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Pam Breaux
June 7, 2024

NASAA Testimony before Congress on NEA Funding

On May 9, I submitted testimony to the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior and Related Agencies. This subcommittee is responsible for the budget of the National Endowment for the Arts. I’d like to share…
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State to State
June 7, 2024

California, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Washington: Planning for the Creative Economy

As state governments seek to leverage the economic power of the arts, multiple state arts agencies (SAAs) have been selected to assist in leading strategic plans for their states’ creative economies. State policymakers are seeking…
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June 7, 2024

Michigan: New Grant-making Initiatives

State arts agencies (SAAs) nationwide are increasingly prioritizing equity in their grant-making practices, recognizing the importance of fair and transparent allocation of funds to support diverse communities and cultural organizations. In a noteworthy development, the…
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Legislative Update
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Isaac Brown
June 7, 2024

Emphasize Value of Arts and Creativity with Lawmakers

With the Presidential election heating up, ongoing efforts to secure funding for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) have slowed. As you know, the President has recommended increasing the NEA’s budget to $210.1 million,…
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The Research Digest
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Nakyung Rhee
June 7, 2024

From the Research Team

State Arts Agency Placement FAQ Update State arts agencies (SAAs) hold diverse positions within the organizational structures of state governments across the nation. SAAs can be broadly categorized into two main groups: independent agencies, which…
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June 7, 2024

From the Field

New Resources from the American Alliance of Museums An updated report from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) sheds light on challenges faced by arts institutions and describes meaningful trends for museums moving forward. TrendsWatch,…
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Announcements and Resources
June 7, 2024

Member News and NASAA Resources

North Dakota Leadership Transition North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA) Executive Director Kim Konikow departs her position on June 14. During her tenure at NDCA from 2018 – 2024, Konikow successfully advocated to increase…
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More Notes from NASAA
June 7, 2024

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