How State LMI Leaders Are Responding to Federal Uncertainty

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January 29, 2026

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET

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Periods of federal uncertainty place added pressure on state Labor Market Information offices to maintain data quality, continuity, and relevance for decision-makers.

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The next Data Insights Roundtable, “State LMI in a Time of Federal Uncertainty,” convenes state LMI leaders and national experts for a candid, peer-based discussion on how states are adapting to changing federal conditions while continuing to meet the needs of policymakers, workforce partners, and regional stakeholders.

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This session is intended for state LMI professionals seeking practical insight, peer exchange, and forward-looking strategies during a time of uncertainty.

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Featured Speakers

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  • Erica L. Groshen, 14th Commissioner of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Senior Labor Economics Advisor at Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations.
  • David Schmidt, Chief Economist at the State of Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation.
  • Veronica Gielazauskas, Assistant Commissioner for Performance & Strategy at the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development
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Moderator

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  • Mike Horrigan, President of the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research and former Associate Commissioner at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Now more than ever, state agencies must share strategies for resilience, data continuity, and partnership-driven solutions.

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