GrassCatcher: Today's Top State Policy News
Intelligence court rules wiretapping program legal
A federal intelligence court, in a rare public opinion, is expected to issue a major ruling validating the power of the president and Congress to wiretap international phone calls and intercept e-mail messages without a court order, even when Americans' private communications may be involved. New York Times (1/15/2009)
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NCSL Blog: The Thicket
For Political Junkies: Two new postings on The Thicket for you to enjoy!
(1/15/09) More>>
2009 Economic Stimulus
NCSL will update legislators and legislative staff on current developments with the economic stimulus package.
(1/9/09) More>>
Current Issue
January 2009: Articles and Online Extras Direction changes with Obama, looking at the initiative process, how lobbyists shape public policy, life insurance policies and much more.
(12/19/08) More>>
Tools of the Trade
Here are dozens of tips from State Legislatures' popular Tools of the Trade articles for legislators and legislative staff.
(1/8/09) More>>
