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It depends on the quality of the program and on what the children would be doing if they weren’t in care. Both political parties have failed to capture these nuances.
The approximate raise South Carolina lawmakers are proposing for themselves under a new bill ...
Pennsylvania state Sen. Katie Muth, raising concerns about transparency in how a major state pension fund invests its money. Muth made the remark after a court dismissed her lawsuit seeking greater access to records from the Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System (PSERS). She argued the fund has withheld critical investment details, limiting board members’ ability to assess risks — including where assets like data centers are located and whether they are vulnerable to disasters. (PennLive)
State actions outside the typical legislative process are cutting undocumented immigrants off from school, work and driving.
San Marcos is outperforming much of San Diego County as most jurisdictions lag behind state-mandated housing production.
States are investing millions in system upgrades tied to new work requirements.
Wisconsinites could expand the liberal majority on their state Supreme Court, which was majority conservative just a few years ago. And AI is all over political advertising.
The state required counties to sign 287(g) agreements and pressured cities to do the same. Some local sheriffs say it's making their jobs harder.
Restrictive land use policies mean higher housing costs in neighborhoods most in need of affordability. We need policies that promote enough housing for everybody.
The share of Texas prison inmates who live in facilities without air conditioning — about 90,000 people exposed to extreme heat ...
Marc Elias, a voting rights litigator, responding to a sweeping executive order by President Donald Trump aimed at reshaping election rules. Elias signaled an immediate legal challenge as states weigh their own lawsuits, arguing the order could overstep federal authority in elections traditionally run by states. The move could directly affect places like Oregon, which has conducted elections almost entirely by mail for more than two decades. The order also comes as Trump himself voted by mail in Florida’s March election, underscoring the broader debate over mail-in voting. (Oregon Capital Chronicle)
City leaders say the initiative will prepare students for college and careers while emphasizing ethics and responsible use.
Only one company has used the incentive since 2021, as officials weigh energy costs and limited job creation.
The state has welcomed testing and deployment, but policymakers are still grappling with how to regulate safety and liability.
The port of Long Beach is an engine for millions of jobs across the nation. Its CEO talks to Governing about managing operations through trade disruptions.
It’s not easy to figure out the exact cost of a service a city or county provides, but it’s worth the effort to get the most out of every public dollar spent.
The value of Los Angeles Unified School District contracts allegedly steered in a corruption and money-laundering scheme, one of the largest in the district’s history ...
Shane Tews, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, arguing that AM radio’s role as a primary emergency information source has diminished. Her comments come as lawmakers debate requiring AM radio in new vehicles, with supporters calling it a critical lifeline during disasters and critics saying changing technology — from smartphones to satellite and Internet-based communications — has made it far less essential for younger generations. (The Spokesman-Review)
A proposed ordinance targeting single-serve alcohol sales in select neighborhoods has sparked debate over whether it would improve safety or hurt local businesses.
Lawmakers are targeting development in fire-prone areas and investing more in mitigation as wildfire risk intensifies.
Lawmakers are moving to regulate or ban the use of personal data in pricing, amid concerns consumers could be charged different amounts for the same items.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is proposing a $1-per-ride fee on ride-hailing services to send more revenue to schools. Most state and local ride-hailing taxes support transportation-related needs.
Avoiding it will result in missed opportunities. It’s critical to adapt to unpredictable challenges. Too often governments treat inaction as the safe choice.
The full impact of changes to Medicaid won't come into perspective until 2027. RAND researchers estimated how many could lose coverage in each state.
Florida lawmakers are increasingly spilling into costly special sessions, raising questions about the limits of part-time governance.
Sensors, drones and air-blast systems are helping officials detect risks earlier and reduce dangers in high-risk areas.
A new on-site center for infants and toddlers marks an early step toward expanding universal child care.
Brian Hofer, an Oakland, Calif.-based privacy advocate, criticizing the city’s new speed camera enforcement program. Hofer argued that without stronger enforcement mechanisms, such as tying fines to vehicle registration, the tickets rely largely on voluntary compliance. The comments come as Oakland rolls out dozens of speed cameras, even as officials acknowledge the city has limited ability to penalize drivers who ignore fines under current state law. (The Mercury News)
What a family of four needs to earn annually to live comfortably in some of California’s most expensive cities ...
Charter and school choice advocates celebrate the change as common sense and a solution to financial problems for charters. Critics see an attack on traditional public schools.
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