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State News Magazine

Published 10 times a year, State News offers updates and in-depth analyses of state programs, policies and trends in the executive, legislative and judicial branches.

The Book of the States

Published since 1935, The Book of the States has been the reference tool of choice for more than half a century,  providing information, answers and comparisons for all 56 U.S. states and territories.

State Directories

The most comprehensive set of state directories published, this collection includes the names and contact information for key state government officials.

Suggested State Legislation

A valued series of compiliations of suggested legislation on topics of current importance to states, Suggested State Legislation (SSL) compiles draft legislation so that the experiences of one state may prove beneficial to others.

Regional Publications

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West

CSG Reports

Acceptance and Use of Electronic Payments for State Taxes and Fees, June, 2007.

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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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