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As state budgets are stretched, states are being asked to do more with less, and job pressures for public officials are increasing. While term limits were designed to increase accountability and diversity, the high turnover caused by term limits has, in some cases, led to loss of institutional memory. Both government and citizens are demanding greater efficiency, and consumer-driven approaches to government are gaining popularity. As a result, states are looking for ways to restructure government and institute performance measures to increase efficiency. CSG is continually working to provide state officials with guidance for government operations. |
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THE COUNCIL OF STATE GOVERNMENTS 
State News Trivia
In the United States, 84.2 percent of citizens were covered by health insurance in 2006, according to the 2008 Book of the States, published by The Council of State Governments. Which state has the highest percentage of residents covered by health insurance? Which state had the lowest percentage?
States Address Dropout Problems
Stateline Midwest examines policy strategies in Illinois, Michigan and Ohio to address those states' high school dropout problems.
CSG/ERC Supports Increases in LIHEAP
In the face of rising energy prices, which put an increased burden on low-income families throughout the U.S., The Council of State Governments/Eastern Regional Conference is supporting increased funding for low-income heating assistance program.
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