2009 Economic Stimulus:
As President-elect Obama and Congress work on an economic stimulus bill, NCSL will update legislators and legislative staff on current developments with the package. |
State Trust Funds Face Rising Unemployment Rate:
The national unemployment rate for December is 7.2 percent. Click here to learn more about unemployment insurance, the national employment situation and state trust funds. |
GrassCatcher: Jan. 15 Policy News Clippings:
Intelligence court rules wiretapping program is legal. A report finds that the recession is unlikely to drive away illegal immigrants. And an intense U.S. focus on checking terrorism. |
NCSL State Budget Report Released:
State budgets will be a top priority for legislatures during the 2009 session. Find out the fiscal condition of your state with NCSL's interactive map. |
Encouraging Bicycling and Walking:
A reexamination of transportation policies has led lawmakers to consider state actions that will support and encourage more bicycling and walking. |
Capital in Transition:
NCSL continues to make its voice heard, as Congressional leaders and Obama transition team members discuss and negotiate out economic recovery provisions. |
(1/9/2009)