States put buying power to work for local governments
When states drive cooperative procurements, local agencies can take advantage of volume discounts, experienced contracting officers and a streamlined process.
Is HR the solution to many transit agencies' woes?
Understaffed and underfunded, public transit is struggling to keep up with demand. A new report suggests that investing in human resources could be the solution.
Emily’s List launches Madam Mayor program to support local women leaders
The initiative was launched in part in response to misinformation and disinformation targeting women candidates and officials.
What it’s like to be a homeless woman
A recent survey of unhoused women sheds light on an oft-overlooked and little understood problem. As the number of homeless women grows, so do their concerns about safety and privacy.
Recovery cafes offer support, healing in rural communities
Facing issues including substance misuse or loneliness, a new way to gather to lean on others for support is catching on in rural American towns. A rural fellowship program focused on health and criminal justice is helping support some of the efforts.
Plagued by teacher shortages, some states turn to fast-track credentialing
Critics worry that the faster credentialing programs could do a disservice to young students.
The New Hampshire governor's decision not to run leaves 2024 field wide open
But Republican Chris Sununu’s exit gives Democrats their best pickup opportunity in a year when only a few governorships seem to be in play. Plus, more news to use from around the country in this week's State and Local Roundup.
Flood management gets a boost from drones
As major flooding events are expected to become more common, drones could help communities keep resilience up and damage down.
Emergency financial aid can prevent homelessness
COMMENTARY | People were 81% less likely to be homeless within six months after receiving financial aid through the Santa Clara County Homelessness Prevention System, according to a recent study.
Emission-reduction initiatives prime city and state agencies for federal grants
Robust climate action plans are also helping governments mitigate the financial and human costs of natural disasters.
How book-banning campaigns have changed the lives and education of librarians
COMMENTARY | Librarians are defending the rights of readers and writers in the battle raging across the U.S. over censorship, book challenges and book bans. That conflict has even changed how librarians are trained.
States target ‘junk fees’ that burden rental households
The White House gets behind innovative state and local programs committed to increasing transparency in housing fees.
Win the audit: How agencies can prepare for financial audits
COMMENTARY | Audits are not just an exercise in compliance, but an opportunity for agencies to become more efficient and effective by making better decisions based on data.
How one region consolidated homelessness data to improve care
San Diego County, California, turned to the cloud to collate information on its homeless population from disparate sources in an effort to get more people into housing.
New bill aims to simplify federal grant applications, boost funding for underserved communities
Complicated grant applications could deter underserved communities from applying for and receiving federal funds. The Streamlining Federal Grants Act looks to improve applicants' customer experience by modernizing grant systems.
Harm of anti-LGBTQ laws includes economic pain for communities, families
So far in 2023, at least 70 anti-LGBTQ laws have been enacted across the states as LGBTQ individuals consider relocating to more inclusive areas for their safety and well-being.
‘Thready or not,’ the public sector is jumping onto the latest social media platform
One expert shares tips for navigating the still-evolving world of Threads. Plus, a roundup of our favorite state and local government introductory posts.
$90M awarded to update building energy codes
The U.S. Energy Department grants will provide technical assistance for updating state and local building codes to reduce harmful emissions.
Child care costs would fall for low-income families under new rule in government program
The Biden administration plans to strengthen the Child Care & Development Block Grant with easier access and copayment caps for families, along with more payment stability for child care providers.
Will the new wave of place-based policy leave persistently poor areas behind?
COMMENTARY | As the country’s ultimate left-behind places, these communities persist indefinitely in the shadow of growth and prosperity. A more accurate measurement would change that and lead to better policies.
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