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TRANSPORTATION
Will California Get the Federal Funds It Needs?
Billions of dollars are at stake for California as Congress revisits federal transportation programs and funding.

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TAXES
A New Trend in Local Government Finance
"Sales tax add-ons" continue to climb in California communities seeking more revenue.

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FOSTER CARE
How Many Prisoners Were Once in Foster Care?
A unique state survey reveals how many of the polled inmates were formerly in foster care.

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WATER
Is Our Drinking Water Clean and Safe?
A review of California's Drinking Water Program and how the state's water is monitored for safety.

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LABOR
How Are Workforce Investment Act Funds Being Spent?

Most Local Workforce Investment Boards report spending only a small share on job training.

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  HEALTH
California Implements the New Federal Health Care Reform Law
The federal health care reform law will make major changes in the nation's health care system.
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