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Medicaid is a joint federal and state insurance program that provides health care coverage to low-income families and individuals, including children, pregnant people, seniors, and people with disabilities. The federal…

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Understanding how your state government works is the first step in making your voice heard. This guide gives citizens the tools to actively participate in policymaking, from contacting elected officials…

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Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is designed to revitalize communities, but its effects on school funding are more complex. When rising property tax revenue is diverted to redevelopment instead of school…

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State and local governments sit at the heart of critical infrastructure protection, facing rising cyber threats against systems that power water, energy, transportation, and healthcare. This overview emphasizes the need…

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State and local IT leaders face mounting pressure to secure and sustain essential digital services amid limited budgets and evolving cyber threats. Datadog’s observability and security platform delivers full-stack visibility,…

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State and local governments are realizing that digital accessibility is more than a compliance checkbox—it’s a driver of economic growth and public trust. Investing early in accessible design saves money,…

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The Census Bureau’s 2025 release of Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates (SAIPE) presents county- and school district-level income and poverty data for 2023. Median household income across U.S. counties…

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The FY 2025 Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program (TCGP) is designed to help Tribal governments strengthen their defenses against evolving cyber threats. Funded by DHS through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs…

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State technology procurement can be a maze of unique laws, non-negotiable terms, and lengthy approval processes. NASCIO’s 2025 initiative, led by Texas CIO Amanda Crawford, brings states and vendors together…

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Meaningful collaboration with state, local, and tribal governments isn’t just good governance—it’s essential for effective regulatory outcomes. This report explores how federal agencies can improve consultation processes, reduce burdens, and…

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Population shifts across U.S. counties don’t happen in a vacuum—they reflect broader trends in migration, economic opportunity, and local policy. This American Community Survey brief explores 2022 population changes, highlighting…

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As cyber threats increasingly target critical infrastructure, state governments are stepping up their cybersecurity readiness. This strategic plan outlines how a multi-state compact can help build capacity, share threat intelligence,…

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Broadband isn’t just about faster internet—it’s becoming the foundation for smarter communities and future-ready government services. This paper explores how broadband convergence is reshaping local infrastructure, connecting everything from transportation…

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The January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires exposed dangerous delays in local and state wildfire response efforts, prompting swift federal action. Executive Order 14308 calls for modernizing and unifying wildfire strategies…

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New Census data reveals the 100 cities and towns with the largest population increases between July 2023 and July 2024. This snapshot highlights where people are relocating across the country,…

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