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Health Exchanges: States Avoid 'Partnership' But Claim Regulatory Power
Posted By: Dylan Scott | February 15, 2013
Some states are defaulting to a federal-run insurance marketplace, but hoping to keep their regulatory authority.
Categories: FedWatch , Health & Human Services
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FCC Wi-Fi Expansion May Threaten Connected Vehicles
Posted By: Ryan Holeywell | February 12, 2013
Transportation stakeholders are urging the FCC to slow plans that could undermine much anticipated technology that can help drivers avoid crashes.
Categories: FedWatch , Transportation, Infrastructure & Land Use

Landmark S&P Lawsuits Mark Improved State-Fed Relations
Posted By: Liz Farmer | February 11, 2013
The lawsuits, which are the first against a credit ratings agency in connection with the economic meltdown, were a coordinated effort between states and feds who have historically clashed over who fights financial fraud.
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States Will be Pushed to Take Control of Health Exchanges
Posted By: Dylan Scott | February 8, 2013
Insurers will likely lobby states to transition from federal to state control, an idea that's already on some states' minds.
Categories: FedWatch , Health & Human Services
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Farmers, Ranchers Await Disaster Relief Fix
Posted By: Ryan Holeywell | February 5, 2013
Congress had the chance to restore some programs as part of the fiscal cliff deal but failed to do so.
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A Powerful Central Government Loosens the Reins
Posted By: Ryan Holeywell | January 31, 2013
The United Kingdom is giving unprecedented authority to its cities under a program that the United States could learn a thing or two from.
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Health Reform Timelines Called Into Question Again
Posted By: Dylan Scott | January 23, 2013
Some state officials think the upcoming deadlines for health exchanges are unrealistic. A few are even floating the idea of an extension.
Categories: FedWatch , Health & Human Services

Muni Bond Market a Political Pawn in 2013
Posted By: Liz Farmer | January 21, 2013
Experts say that 2013 will be a minefield of uncertainty for investors as the tax debate in Congress and financial volatility at home raise questions about muni market stability.
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'Zombie' Estate Taxes Appear Dead for Good
Posted By: Ryan Holeywell | January 21, 2013
The fiscal cliff deal seems to have made it all but impossible for about 25 states to collect estate taxes, barring new laws.
Categories: FedWatch , Commerce & Finance

Metro-Area Economies: Don’t Uncross Those Fingers Just Yet
Posted By: Liz Farmer | January 18, 2013
Economists predict a return to steady economic growth in the latter half of this decade but said inaction on Capitol Hill could reverse that.
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