State of California

State and local governments across the country are making increased efforts to put money forward for the purpose of reparations.

The respected muni tax expert died unexpectedly Aug. 14.

Keely Martin Bosler steps away from California fiscal policy after two decades of analyzing and helping to craft the state’s budgets.

More budget haggling is anticipated before Gov. Gavin Newsom signs the budget. The state's fiscal year begins on July 1.

The Louisiana House passed a bill to limit firms that "discriminate" against the firearms industry from government business. A similar bill was vetoed last year.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his party's leaders have proposed conflicting plans to give residents relief from gas taxes.

Transportation advocates remain opposed to the legislation and the Biden Administration has not taken a position.

After a signature drive failed to put a water funding measure on the statewide ballot, a state Assembly member is trying to get his fellow lawmakers to do so.

The state could see nearly $45 billion, the lion's share for highways and public transportation.

A first-time home buyer program would be fueled by a huge bond component, if Sen. Robert Hertzberg gets lawmakers to put it on the ballot and voters approve it.