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- Data Visualizations
- States' Fiscal Health
Harrisburg and a Brief History of Municipal Bankruptcies
Harrisburg, PA, recently filed for bankruptcy, raising fears that other cities and towns may follow suit. Pennsylvania's capital provides an example of the structural problems, political gridlock, and unfortunate events that, over time, can push a city into an extraordinary crisis. more
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- Stateline Story
In Texas, Proposition 6 Would Tap Trust Fund for More Education Dollars
Facing $4 billion in cuts to their schools over the next two years, Texas voters will decide next week whether to authorize dipping deeper into the state's $25 billion education trust fund to make up some of the difference.more -
- Video
- Election Initiatives
Introducing the Voting Information Project
The Voting Information Project is an innovative and proven service that uses the latest technology to provide voters with the information they need to cast a ballot. more
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- Stateline Story
States Retool Food Stamp, Benefits Systems
A number of states used to make food stamp recipients pass a fingerprint test. Now all but one has stopped, to save on staff time and ease the burden on the clients.more -
- Stateline Story
Several States Quick to Opt for No Child waivers
TODAY'S TAKE: Connecticut, Oregon, New Mexico and Wisconsin immediately said they would seek waivers from key requirements of the No Child Left Behind law, an option announced by the president on Friday (September 23).more -
- Stateline Story
New Mexico to Debate Immigrant Licenses
TODAY'S TAKE: A special legislative session that begins today (September 6) in New Mexico will focus on redistricting, but lawmakers also will debate whether illegal immigrants should be given driver's licenses.more -
- Analysis
- Children's Dental Campaign
Reimbursing Physicians for Fluoride Varnish
For young children, the medical office is an ideal place to deliver a set of preventive dental services—including the application of fluoride varnish.
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- Stateline Story
Pentagon Cuts Have Military States Worried
The federal debt-reduction deal contains at least $350 billion - but perhaps as much as $950 billion - in defense spending cuts over 10 years. Some states see serious problems for their military-dependent economies.more -
- Stateline Story
New Mexico Board to Rule on Cap-and-Trade
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT BEAT: After a court ruling, cap-and-trade could be rejected in New Mexico ... Alaska plans massive dam to meet renewable energy goals ... California court allows plastic bag ban, and more energy and environment news. more
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- Stateline Story
States Prepare Timelines for Missed Debt Deadline
TODAY'S TAKE: States are calculating how long it will take before a political impasse over the federal debt ceiling begins to affect their bottom lines. Some are preparing backup plans, including the furlough of thousands of workers.more
