GOVERNING

Governing is a monthly magazine that has been published in Washington, D.C. since 1987. It focuses on state and local governments across the United States. The magazine discusses important topics such as public policy, politics, and the administration of government services. It explores various issues, including government finance, land use, economic development, environmental concerns, technology, and transportation. On August 7, 2019, the magazine declared that it would cease publication. The September 2019 issue was announced as the final printed edition, and the magazine's website and other operations were set to close in the following months.

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States Are Trying to Get Rural Health Workers to Stick Around

1 day ago | governing.com | Jule Pattison-Gordon

States are struggling to build their health-care workforces. Limited residency slots, stressful schedules and expensive education can all be barriers to more people entering or staying in the field. Rural areas often face more hurdles to attracting health-care providers. Providers may have to accept lower pay or heavier schedules and spouses relocating with them must find new jobs.
International Students Have Been a Bonanza for U.S. Communities

2 days ago | governing.com | Jared Brey |Zina Hutton

The Trump administration has recently revoked the visas of nearly 1,500 foreign college students — detaining some — and launched immigration enforcement actions on college campuses across the country. This has raised concerns among the more than 1.1 million international students studying at U.S. universities.
Some Governors Seek Ban on 'Taxpayer-Funded Junk Food'

2 days ago | governing.com | Jared Brey |Alan Greenblatt |Zina Hutton

Critics of the new push to ban soda and candy purchases under SNAP say it unfairly targets lower income families, limits consumer choice and won't result in better health outcomes.
For a Model of Bipartisan Governance, Look to Alaska

3 days ago | governing.com | Jared Brey |Alan Greenblatt

At a time when the future of democracy and the strength of the middle class face existential risk, Americans should look to Alaska for inspiration. While political partisanship is undermining the constitutional foundation of our federal government, in Alaska bipartisan and multipartisan legislative coalitions have long protected the judiciary’s independence and the rule of law.
Texas Poised to Create the Largest Voucher Program in the Country

6 days ago | governing.com | Jared Brey

The Texas House voted in favor of a $1 billion school voucher program, a priority for Republican Gov. Greg Abbott. The vote comes after a group of Republican holdouts in rural districts were defeated by primary challengers Abbott backed last year. It will be the largest voucher program in the country. Opponents warn that it will lead to funding problems for public schools but the Legislature also approved a major school funding increase.
Wisconsin's Construction Training Program Could Serve as National Model

1 week ago | governing.com | Carl Smith

The construction industry says it needs nearly 440,000 more workers to meet 2025 construction demand. Apprenticeships are essential to the development of a skilled workforce for the sector. The registered apprenticeship programs in 33 states play an important role in this training. Enrollment in Wisconsin’s registered apprenticeship programs for construction trades increased for the fourth year in a row in 2024. It’s a model for other states, but states alone won’t fill the need.
Democratic Vote Dropped Last Year in Major Counties With Growing Populations

1 week ago | governing.com | Girard Miller |Jabari Simama

But it’s impossible to have a discussion about these issues without a deluge of comments that rural voters “brought it on themselves” by supporting Donald Trump. (One example: the comments belowthis MSNBC interview with former Montana Senator Jon Tester and Mitch Landrieu.)We know: Never read the comments. But in this case, these sorts of discussions reveal a generally accepted wisdom that rural America is solely responsible for Trump’s election.
The Revitalization of Lowell, Mass.

1 week ago | governing.com | Jule Pattison-Gordon |Girard Miller |Carl Smith

Once famous for its textile mills, the city of Lowell hit an economic slump when the factories began shuttering in the early 1900s. The city has made several big pushes to rebuild its economy over the years, recently launching its “third wave” of revitalization efforts. Lowell is easing the way for new development and helping bring tech companies to the city, while advertising its unique character and historic vibes.
State and Local Fiscal Fallout From a Trumpian Economy

1 week ago | governing.com | Girard Miller |Alan Greenblatt |Carl Smith

Washington is reeling from budgetary blitzkrieg. As the White House continues to flood the zone with head-spinning rapid-fire executive orders, intergovernmental grant clawbacks, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) wood-chipping, federal layoffs and flip-flopping global tariff pronouncements, the fallout for state and local budgets is worsening.
Lack of Public Defenders Means Some Defendants Wait Months for Trial

1 week ago | governing.com | Girard Miller |Carl Smith

Unable to afford an attorney and facing a dwindling roster of Yakima County public defenders, Root waited three months for a public defender to represent him for the felony charge. His partner repeatedly asked to lift the order, to no avail, as Root posted bail twice — before landing back in jail for violating the order each time.