New Jersey Bill Would Strip Pensions for Workers Convicted of Sexual Offenses
The bill, passed by committee, requires that the offenses be somehow related to an individual’s public employment.
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.
Kentucky’s Deadline Task: Implement an Expanded Sales Tax
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | CVS move surprises transit agency … Philly jury’s $10 million award … a ‘breakthrough compromise’ in Alaska … and Idaho's new grizzly bear season.
Michigan Senator Wants to Ban Marijuana-Infused Alcohol
Sen. Rick Jones says the legislation is necessary because Michigan voters may soon decide whether to legalize marijuana for recreational use.
Tracking State Preemption Just Got Easier
A new map from the Partnership for Working Families covers nine economic and racial justice issue areas where localities are being interfered with.
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.
Preparing Governors for the Next Tech Disruption
The National Governors Association seizes an opportunity to prepare its members to for crucial technology policy decisions.
Maine Is Building Its Tech Workforce From the Ground Up
The Office of Information Technology realized it had a retirement problem. In response, it took on the bigger problem of building a strong technology workforce across the state.
The Obscure Tax Rule That’s Stopping U.S. States From Paying Teachers More
Supermajority tax measures have been pushed since the 1990s by deep-pocketed lobbying groups.
Fido Survived the Research Lab. Now What?
Maryland just became the seventh state to enact a “Beagle Freedom” law.
Decade After Recession Began, Tax Revenue Higher in 34 States
But the growth spurt may be short-lived.
Indiana Takes Action to Protect K-12 Schools From Hackers
The state has launched a multi-pronged initiative aimed at reducing cybersecurity risks.
American Higher Education Hits a Dangerous Milestone
As younger generations become more racially diverse, many states are allocating fewer tax dollars to public colleges and universities.
How One Quake-Prone State Organizes Volunteers to Inspect Damaged Buildings
“There are a lot of engineers and architects … who are willing to come out and volunteer,” according to Jonathan C. Siu, Seattle’s principal building official.
Nestle’s Bottled Water Permit in Michigan to Face New Challenges
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Atlanta mayor declares her city the ‘crown jewel’ of the nation … Nashville transit proposal fails … Maine lawmakers override governor’s veto ... and Buffalo eyes parking ticket amnesty.
Texas Is Building a Killer App for Killing Bureaucracy
Chief Information Officer Todd Kimbriel wants a digital assistant to navigate the state’s bureaucracy for citizens.
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.
Iowa Can Breathe a Sigh of Relief This Spring. At Least for Now.
A University of Iowa study examines just how frequent flooding is in some parts of the state.
New Lawsuit Aims to Pressure Maine Governor to Act on Medicaid
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Arizona teacher walkouts to continue … Gary to cancel its air show for second time … Nashville transit vote … and companies scoop up their scooters in Austin.
The States Most and Least Prepared for Public Health Disasters
According to this year’s numbers, U.S. public health systems continue to improve overall.
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