States See Sales Tax Growth After Supreme Court Ruling
South Dakota v. Wayfair opened the door for new collections from online retailers, with several states currently considering plans.
Lawmakers Press Treasury Secretary Mnuchin for Opportunity Zones Oversight
"I want to make sure it works the way it was intended," one Ways and Means Committee member said of the new program.
Federal Court Deals Airbnb a Blow in its Fight Against Local Regulations
“This case is hugely significant,” says one legal scholar.
A New Legal Battle Over Cash Bail
Civil rights advocates allege defendants are stuck in Philadelphia jails as court officials flout state guidelines.
Trump's Budget Calls for Lower Medicaid Spending, New Infrastructure Money
The president's fiscal 2020 spending plan also renews calls for cutting popular grant programs.
Counting Jobs in the Marijuana Industry
Private groups try to fill gaps in official employment data.
Give Up Some Green to Go Green? Bond Investors May Be Reluctant
New research finds the pricing of tax-exempt municipal “green bonds” is nearly identical to similar non-green securities.
Federal Judge Rules Against Transit Agency in Disability Access Case
The dispute centers on requirements for elevators at subway stations.
Considering a State Bank for Local Governments
Proponents say it could help with infrastructure financing, particularly for smaller jurisdictions. Bankers are skeptical.
State Supreme Court Rules Pension Credits Don't Deserve Special Protection
But it stops short of reworking the “California Rule,” which restricts how retirement benefits can be altered in some states.
Democrats Lay Down a Marker on Drinking Water and Sewer Funding
But a bill introduced Thursday calling for billions in new spending and a tax increase is likely to be a tough sell with Republicans.
Federal Court Rejects State Worker Collective Bargaining Challenge
A childcare employee who brought the case tied her argument to last year's Supreme Court ruling in Janus v. AFSCME.
The States With the Best and Worst Levels of Well-Being
Gallup releases its latest index on the topic, based on over 100,000 survey responses.
Financial Institutions Working in Distressed Areas Call for More Federal Funding
“I have a strong suspicion that the current administration will propose yet again to slash the funding for the coming fiscal year,” says a Democratic appropriator.
Call of the Wild: More States Are Embracing Outdoor Recreation
“Those people out in the woods having fun are spending a lot of money,” says one Montana official.
Trump on Elusive Infrastructure Legislation: ‘I Want to Sign. I Am Totally Ready.’
The president indicated to governors on Monday that he’s holding out hope for a public works package.
The States That Gained and Lost The Most Solar Energy Jobs Last Year
Overall the industry shed about 8,000 positions in 2018.
Court Decision Doesn’t Guarantee Radical Changes to Fines and Property Seizures
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that constitutional protections from excessive fines are enforceable against state and local agencies.
Supreme Court Restrains States' Power to Seize Property
Eighth Amendment protections from excessive fines are enforceable against the states the court ruled in an Indiana case.
Sewage Case Will Get Airing Before U.S. Supreme Court
The controversy involves questions about when wastewater is subject to Clean Water Act permitting requirements.
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