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The Guardian of Federalism Award is CSG’s premier award bestowed upon one U.S. Senator and one U.S. Representative each year to recognize outstanding efforts on issues concerning protection of states’ rights. The award process is administered by the Intergovernmental Affairs Committee, and recognizes those individuals who have actively worked to strengthen the role of states in our federalist system through actions that prevent pre-emptions and unfunded mandates upon states, as well providing states with additional flexibility to govern and administer federally funded programs. |
THE COUNCIL OF STATE GOVERNMENTS 
State News Trivia
In the United States, 84.2 percent of citizens were covered by health insurance in 2006, according to the 2008 Book of the States, published by The Council of State Governments. Which state has the highest percentage of residents covered by health insurance? Which state had the lowest percentage?
States Address Dropout Problems
Stateline Midwest examines policy strategies in Illinois, Michigan and Ohio to address those states' high school dropout problems.
CSG/ERC Supports Increases in LIHEAP
In the face of rising energy prices, which put an increased burden on low-income families throughout the U.S., The Council of State Governments/Eastern Regional Conference is supporting increased funding for low-income heating assistance program.
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