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State spending as a percentage of gross domestic product has been increasing since the 1980s at the same time that federal spending has decreased. This implies that states have taken on a greater share of governmental responsibility. At the same time, states are striving to increase revenue through innovative fiscal plans and economic programs. CSG staff monitors state fiscal concerns and economic stimulation activities to provide policymakers with best practices and policy options. |
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THE COUNCIL OF STATE GOVERNMENTS 
The Winner Is ...
Want to know how the elections are going throughout the country? Check out Election Coverage 2008 where you can view the primary, general and special election results for each state and territory.
Consortium Offers Plan for Security
As the U.S. Department of Homeland Security marks its fifth anniversary, 14 national organizations have presented a clear vision for how the nation should address homeland security in the 21st century in a white paper.
States Helping Students Afford College
As more people attend college across the United States, more people need help in paying tuition. Find out what some Midwestern States are doing in the May 2008 Firstline Midwest.
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