Topic: Rockefeller Institute
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Do state governments have a gambling addiction?
Many states are turning to legalized gambling to help fill holes in their budgets. But gambling revenue is not a long-term fix for budget problems.
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New state budget plans burdened by recession, pension costs
States have launched into their 2011 fiscal year saddled with many of the same state budget problems that they had the year before. Forty-six states have a fiscal year that starts July 1.
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Economy may be rebounding, but state budgets are still hurting
All but one state (Vermont) saw tax collections and other funds fall for the second quarter in a row. Over the past year, they’ve lost more than they got in federal stimulus money.
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Budget debate launches new tea party
Tax protesters gather around the country. Is it a GOP put-up job?
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Some states may shun stimulus funds
At least six governors have said they may refuse money, but will they face a backlash?
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Economic woes hit state budgets
Soaring inflation and shrinking tax revenues will make it tougher for at least 25 states to fund public services.
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