The States That Give and Get the Most Federal Dollars
A new analysis identifies states that have sent more money to Washington than they saw in returned federal spending.
Election Security is a Key Part of House Democrats' Reform Bill
H.R. 1 would codify many of the security measures lawmakers have pushed for the last two years.
As Shutdown Talks Stall, Democrats Try a New Tactic to Open Some Agencies
President Trump is planning a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border on Thursday.
Bill to Restore Full State, Local Tax Deduction Emerges in New Congress
The “SALT” deduction was curbed by the GOP-backed tax law passed in late 2017.
GOP AGs Weigh in Against States in Census Case Before Supreme Court
It’s one of several legal battles over the Trump administration’s controversial decision to ask about citizenship on the 2020 census.
After Failed White House Meeting, Republicans Suggest Shutdown Agreement Could Take 'Weeks'
President Trump rejects Democrats' offer to reopen government while punting on border, saying agencies could be closed "a long time."
The Trickle-Down Impacts of the Federal Shutdown on States and Localities
The disruption in Washington, D.C. “could have a significant impact,” if there is a protracted partial shutdown, according to Steve Benjamin, the president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Trump Administration Moves On Tougher Food Stamp Work Requirements
The U.S. Department of Agriculture offered its proposal Thursday, the same day the president signed a bill that rejected expanded work mandates.
Despite Uncertainty After ACA Court Ruling, Medicaid Expansion Likely to Proceed
Officials in the three states where voters approved expanding Medicaid last month are moving forward, regardless of a ruling by a Texas judge declaring the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional.
Gov. Cuomo Asks: ‘What Would FDR Do Today?’
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | A cautionary note on Virginia’s economy … eliminating Indiana’s townships … and Oklahoma City’s new streetcar.
Farm Bill Expands Rural Broadband Funding
But some remain concerned that the money will not get to many places that need it to expand access.
State Attorneys General Could Become More of a Factor in Antitrust
One FTC commissioner thinks that’s a possibility as the Trump administration returns to a laissez-faire approach toward mergers and acquisitions.
White House Will Launch Multi-Agency Council Focused on Opportunity Zones
The council will engage with state and local government officials on development in zones, a White House adviser said.
U.S. Senate Passes Farm Bill Without Food Stamp Work Requirements
The compromise package could be considered by the House as soon as Wednesday.
Fears Raised of ‘Chilling Effect’ on Kids If Trump Proposal Is Adopted
Changes to the “public charge” rule could make it harder for immigrants to secure green cards if they seek government services like Medicaid.
Before States and Localities Can Respond to Disasters, FEMA Must Coordinate Advance Contracts Better
A new federal report report on 2017 advance contracts found the agency’s coordination on disaster response remains wanting.
State-Federal ‘Double Jeopardy’ Case to Be Heard by Supreme Court
Oral arguments in the case of Terance Martez Gamble v. United States of America are scheduled for Thursday.
HUD Secretary on Local Housing Regulations: ‘When in Doubt, Cut It Out’
Ben Carson criticized California's state and local rules, saying they exacerbate problems with affordability and contribute to homelessness.
Calif. AG, EPA Chief Square Off on Climate Report
The report said climate change can already be felt across the country, warning that the effects will get worse in coming years without steps to curb global warming.
'Pretty Much a Failure': HUD Inspections Pass Dangerous Apartments Filled With Rats, Roaches and Toxic Mold
The system for inspecting federally subsidized properties is failing low-income families, seniors and people with disabilities and undermining the agency’s oversight, The Southern Illinoisan and ProPublica have found.
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