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State governments
Tribal gaming compact rules are getting a refresh
Feb 23, 2024
Gaming agreements between states and tribes will get more scrutiny under the new rules, which aim to protect tribes' interests in the negotiating process.
Hiring by state and local governments has bounced back big-time
Jul 7, 2023
Governing bodies have collectively added 57,000 people per month, on average, this year, outpacing previous public-sector recoveries.
High-income taxpayers help some states stay above water
Mar 1, 2021
Overall, state revenue is down 1.9%, but 22 states have higher revenue than a year earlier. Tech and Wall Street have helped.
Getting states prepared to distribute COVID vaccines
by
David Brancaccio
, Daniel Shin
and Alex Schroeder
Nov 24, 2020
The list includes funding, a plan for communicating with the public, medical personnel training and storage capabilities.
Aid for state, local governments a sticking point in federal COVID-19 relief
Oct 6, 2020
Republicans and Democrats disagree about how much aid to give to state and local governments.
Cities and states that lean on sales and income tax to operate have taken a hit
Apr 15, 2020
A place like Columbus, Ohio, relies on income tax for 75% of its revenue.
The U.S. is relaxing rules for medical professionals working across state lines
by
David Brancaccio
, Chris Farrell
and Alex Schroeder
Mar 24, 2020
Both the states and federal government are lowering the barriers to physicians and nurses practicing in other states.
For public good, not for profit.
Budget standoffs in three states result in government shutdowns
Jul 3, 2017
Illinois isn't the only state with budget woes.