State and Local Government
The Pros and Cons of the Debt Deal for States and Localities
The deal doesn’t claw back billions of dollars promised under the infrastructure and climate laws, but it does keep federal spending flat and adds work requirements for food stamp recipients.
Fighting Climate Change, State by State
COMMENTARY | Across the country, state and local governments are accelerating their efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions. They are creating approaches that can be borrowed and improved upon.
Local Governments Escape Ruling that Could Have Upended Property Tax Laws
The Supreme Court ruled that cities and counties cannot keep surplus funds from the homes they sell after residents fail to pay property taxes. But local officials nationwide are breathing a sigh of relief that the court didn’t go further.
Skills-Based Hiring: How the Public Sector Can Use It to Their Advantage
COMMENTARY | Government can’t compete with the private sector in pay, but placing a greater emphasis on practical skill sets could give it an edge.
Mental Health Statistics Reveal a Crisis in America
County officials are asking Congress for more funding and to change a pair of Medicaid rules that will allow governments to provide more mental health services.
Celebrating Public Service—and Public Servants
COMMENTARY | Government is asked to solve our toughest and most intractable problems. That’s why we need to celebrate the people who make a difference through government service.
Proposals Floated for Streamlining Broadband Permitting
House Republicans and Democrats debated more funding, removing environmental reviews and putting a “shot clock” on approvals in an effort to get the $42 billion in funding to much-needed broadband projects faster.
‘Tide Is Going Out’ on Election Deniers, Scrutinized Georgia Official Says
While conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election are waning, they’re still shaping policies about election administration in many parts of the country.
How an Auditor Shortage Could Hurt Local Governments
Fewer auditors have led to a lag in financial reporting and is threatening to translate into more costs for governments.
Three C-Suite Roles That States and Cities Need
COMMENTARY | The private sector offers a glimpse into new leadership roles that can help state and local governments foster a better work environment.
How Florida Became the Center of the Republican Universe
Gov. Ron DeSantis has racked up solidly conservative policy wins. But will his record resonate with voters in the middle?
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