State tax revenues

California lawmakers warned by LAO against spending a large anticipated surplus.

Sound Transit says it can continue to collect taxes approved by its own voters in 2016 until bonds it backs are repaid.

Total state spending increased 5.7% in fiscal 2019 supplied by a 4.7% increase in federal funding that was augmented by a 5.9% increase the use of state funds.

A Senate committee has approved a bill requiring remote sellers to collect the state's 6% sales tax. It could generate $700 million in new revenue.

Michigan is more vulnerable because of its higher exposure to the auto manufacturer relative to other U.S. states, said Moody's Investors Service.

The state will encounter budget gaps in the following two years, according to a new long-range revenue forecast.

As health risks associated with e-cigarettes have gained attention, some states are trying to deter minors from the product through taxation.

Chicago’s long-standing effort to host and profit from a casino will require a legislative makeover to attract financing, a report said.

Thousands of voters want the constitutional amendment on the 2020 ballot while utilities and groups ask the Florida Supreme Court to strike it down.

Rainy day funds are vital to help states maintain fiscal flexibility and limit painful spending cuts or tax increases.