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States Ease Financing for Energy-Efficient Upgrades
Several states are experimenting with an “on-bill” loan financing program that aims to spur investment in energy efficiency for homes and businesses — even for owners who lack capital. more
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- Pre-K Now
Proof Into Policy: Pre-K Milestones
View our infographic on nationwide pre-k funding in the last decade. more
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- Election Initiatives
Pew Study Finds 1 in 8 US Voter Registrations Contain Significant Errors
Some 24 million voter registrations in the United States contain significant errors, including about 1.8 million dead people still on the rolls and many more approved to vote in multiple states, according to a report released Tuesday.
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State Commissioners Ask EPA for Stricter Vehicle and Fuel Standards
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT BEAT: Several state environmental commissioners say that new federal vehicle and fuel standards would be a boon to public health. more
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Rhode Island State of the State Address 2012
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island - Jan. 31 - Following is the prepared text of Gov. Lincoln Chafee's (I) 2012 budget address: Mr. Speaker, Madam President, members of the General Assembly, fellow General Officers, members of the Judiciary, distinguished guests, and my fellow Rhode Islanders. This eve
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Democracy From Afar
Since 2010, 47 states and the District of Columbia have enacted laws that greatly improved the ability of Americans abroad to vote and have their votes counted.
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Democracy From Afar
Four key reforms that states and the District of Columbia have implemented to help military and overseas voters cast timely ballots.
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- Children's Dental Campaign
Expanding the Dental Workforce
Expanding the dental workforce is one cost-effective way for states to improve access for underserved Americans. Pew is working with policymakers and advocates in several states to explore creating new types of dental providers.
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A Costly Dental Destination
Already stressed state budgets are shouldering an extra burden to cover expensive emergency room (ER) treatment for toothaches and other avoidable dental ailments, according to a new report by the Pew Center on the States. more
