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Stateline

Nonpartisan, Nonprofit News Service of the Pew Charitable Trusts

Stateline is a nonpartisan, nonprofit news service of the Pew Charitable Trusts that reports and analyzes trends in state policy.

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More Food Stamp Cuts Coming
A fresh round of food stamp cuts at the state level are underway. Anti-hunger activists say state food stamp cuts on top of earlier federal cuts is stressing food resources.
March 27, 2014
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A New Reason to Save for College?
In some states there are new benefits for 529 college savings plans.
March 24, 2014
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Can Results-Based Preschool Funding Work?
Under “results-based financing,” private investors provide funding for social programs that are expected to save taxpayer dollars down the road. If the policy goals are met and the savings materialize the investors receive their money back with interest.
March 21, 2014
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The Real Problem with Medical Records? Lots of States Don't Maintain Them Electronically.
Many states lag in using electronic health records.
March 19, 2014
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States Try Many Different Tactics to Improve Population Health
How are states tackling health disparities?
March 18, 2014
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Half of States Have Bills About Labeling Genetically Modified Foods
In 2014 67 GMO labeling bills have been introduced in 25 states.
March 13, 2014
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Is it Time for Free Community College?
A few states are working on plans to eliminate tuition at community colleges. Advocates like the sentiment behind this, but question the possible consequences.
March 12, 2014
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Record Cold Increased Demand for Fuel, Straining Freight Lines
The oil boom is creating problems for farmers, as both the oil and grain industries put huge strains on rail service on the Great Plains.
March 12, 2014
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Public Transit Ridership Reaches Highest Level Since 1956
Public transit ridership in the United States last year hit its highest level since 1956, in what transit officials say is a sign of how much Americans’ everyday travel habits have changed.
March 10, 2014
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Why Physician Licensing Is a Problem for Telemedicine
Many states are embracing telemedicine by encouraging it in their Medicaid programs and requiring private insurers to pay for it. But doctors still have to get separate licences to give medical consultation in different states.
March 07, 2014
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