2009 Legislative Review

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2009 Legislative Review

Stateline.org takes an exclusive look at major developments in state capitols as the country enters the second year of a national recession. Read state-by-state reviews detailing how states are handling budget deficits and the federal stimulus package; the trends developing in key areas, such as education and health care; notable new legislation; and a chart of completed sessions and political control.

Read the 2009 Legislative Review on Stateline.org.

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