House Panel Advances Spending Bill for HUD and DOT Programs
Community Development Block Grants and "BUILD" infrastructure grants are among the programs the appropriations legislation proposes spending levels for.
State Economic Growth Uneven Since Recession Began
All three major components of personal income—work earnings, transfers such as Social Security benefits, and property income—rose over the past 10 years. Among the factors that shape personal income, effects vary by state.
Wall Street Has Only a Few More Months to Enjoy California’s Frugality
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Atlanta mayor introduces new city hall transparency ordinance … Minnesota’s graying farming community … and an Indiana city's train museum eviction dispute.
House Proposal Would Pump More Funding to Army Corps
The House Appropriations Committee included the spending increase in fiscal 2019 legislation for water and energy programs.
Decade After Recession Began, Tax Revenue Higher in 34 States
But the growth spurt may be short-lived.
S&P: Rosier Near-Term Outlook for State Budgets, but Risks Persist
The credit rating agency released its annual U.S. states budget analysis this week.
Detroit Reaches Major Fiscal Milestone
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Rideshare protests in Portland … Philly council considers vetoes for real estate assessments … Iowa lawmakers trim energy-efficiency rebates … and Funkmaster Flex’s police escort.
Utah Adds Long-Term Budgeting to Its Planning Strategies
New law builds on earlier steps toward better fiscal management
New Study Grades State Government Spending Websites
Ohio and West Virginia were among the states that fared well in the rankings.
Local Leaders Visit D.C. to Oppose Possible Spending Clawbacks, Cuts
Mayors and others who took part in the lobbying effort are part of a newly formed coalition of small and mid-sized communities.
Why More School Districts Are Holding Class Just Four Days a Week
Today school districts in parts of 22 states use a four-day week, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
U.S. Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Online Sales Tax Case
It will now be up to the court to decide whether to reverse a legal precedent that dates back to an era before internet sales.
No Matter How the Supreme Court Rules, Don't Bank On an Online Sales Tax Boom
Changes to a long-standing legal precedent could free states to impose sales taxes on more internet retailers, but the immediate revenue gains could be somewhat limited.
Supreme Court Prepares to Reconsider Limits on State, Local Tax Authority
With South Dakota v. Wayfair, the justices could resolve long-standing tensions over online sales tax collections.
The State Pension Funding Gap: 2016
Investment shortfalls, insufficient contributions reduced funded levels for public worker retirement plans
‘Unnecessary Fight’ Over Sanctuary Cities Could Cost Police Funding for Years
The U.S. Supreme Court is the quickest path to a national ruling that frees up $250 million and counting in Byrne JAG funds—possibly as soon as June 2019.
Public Pension Cuts Appear to Be Stifling Recruitment, Study Finds
Benefit reductions can save money, but may also be making it tougher to attract workers to state and local government.
Wide Variation in Federal Defense Spending From State to State
Pentagon budget changes will affect each differently
Key Takeaways From a New Survey of Municipal Bond Analysts
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Trump suggests prosecution for mayor … Oklahoma teacher strike pushes into 5th day; county’s gift card scandal prompts changes … why St. Louis didn’t make the Amazon HQ2 cut … and Minnesota stinkbugs are on the move.
U.S. DOT Announces $264 Million in Grants for Bus Projects
The funding is slated to go to 139 projects around the U.S.
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