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(BLACK PR WIRE)--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Black Caucus of State Legislators

WHAT: The National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) will hold a Press Conference during the historic 34th Annual Legislative Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. This year’s conference theme “Seeing Beyond – A New Decade Defining Our New Legacy,” will focus the attention of more than 600 NBCSL members on the issues affecting African Americans today and the role members will play in addressing these issues over the next ten years.

WHEN: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. EST

WHERE: Loews Atlanta Hotel, 1065 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Salon C - Ellington Ballroom

WHO: Press Conference with announcements from:

•Emanuel Jones, Georgia State Senator and Chair, Georgia Black Legislative Caucus, Inc.
•Calvin Smyre, NBCSL President and Georgia State Legislator
•Barbara Ballard, NBCSL Vice President; Chair, NBCSL Rules Committee and Kansas State Representative
•Hosea Chanchez, Actor, The Game and CEO of Watch Me Win.

Topics covered will include:

•Redistricting – Many states, including Georgia, will undergo redistricting which is a re-mapping of all local, state and federal election districts to account for a growing and mobile population. Panelists will examine the redistricting process and the impact on minority communities.

•Broadband Adoption – Despite widespread increases in the use of broadband internet, the web today still doesn't accurately represent the racial demographics of America. Panelist will discuss opportunities to expand internet access in underserved communities.

•Education Disparities – Studies conclude that educational outcomes for young African American males in comparison to their white counterparts are discouraging. Speakers will provide an overview of policy initiatives being considered to address this crisis.

•Implementing the Health Care Law – New healthcare legislation will require states to cover uninsured people with urgent medical conditions until 2014. Speakers will address the policy implications of implementing health care reform as well as the threat of repeal.

About the National Black Caucus of State Legislators

The National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) is a membership association representing 646 African American state legislators from 42 states, the District of Columbia and the Virgin Islands. NBCSL members represent more than 50 million Americans of all racial backgrounds. NBCSL tracks legislation at all levels of government and actively monitors state and federal policy initiatives to provide its members with important information. Each year, NBCSL members pass policy resolutions that directly impact federal and state policy. NBCSL focuses on U.S. domestic policy and is committed to policies that positively affect all Americans. Learn more at www.nbcsl.org.