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Federalism Library

The Federalism Library is an online multimedia collection of articles, books, and podcasts exploring contemporary and classic questions related to federalism. It includes material created by the Center for the Study of Federalism, as well as carefully curated information from prominent writers on federalism.

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August 6, 2024

States, Water Rules, and Tribal Rights

A recent Clean Water Act based rule revision requires states to consider tribal treaty rights when crafting water quality regulations, including some lands that are…

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August 6, 2024

Co-Management of U.S. Tribal Lands

Michael C. Blumm and Adam Eno consider the Biden administration's efforts at co-management of federal lands with Native American tribes. The writers contend that "a proper…

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August 5, 2024

Podcast About Federalism and Natural Disasters

The podcast of the California Law Review has posted a discussion with Andrew Hammond about federalism and natural disasters. You can listen to the episode here.

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August 5, 2024

State Voting Rights Acts

Ruth M. Greenwood and Nicholas O. Stephanopoulos consider state voting rights acts, many of which have been enacted in the years following the U.S. Supreme…

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August 2, 2024

The topic for today’s Federalism Matters podcast is James Madison.James Madison is often referred to as the Father of the Constitution, for his contributions…

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August 2, 2024

Long “Fiscal Covid” for States?

Donald F. Kettl warns of the effects of "long fiscal Covid," which he says is manifesting in the form of state budget deficits that…

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August 2, 2024

Federal Broadband Funding and State Preemption of Local Broadband Expansion

Benjamin W. Cramer explores regulatory conflicts arising between localities where states have preempted their ability to expand broadband networks and take advantage of federal Broadband…

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August 1, 2024

The Australian High Court and Fiscal Federalism

Lael K. Weis analyzes Vanderstock & Anor v. The State of Victoria, a recent High Court of Australia case that, although it involves environmental issues,…

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August 1, 2024

State Regulatory Work After the Chevron Doctrine Ruling

Erin Norman writes that the recent overturning of the Chevron doctrine by the U.S. Supreme Court offers states an opportunity to take on regulatory roles previously…

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July 31, 2024

Federalism and Recent Elections in Europe

Writing in The New Federalist, the online magazine of the Young European Federalists, Giulio Saputo considers what recent European elections suggest about the future of federalism…

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July 31, 2024

Book Offers Perspectives on American Federalism

Michael J. Boskin has edited American Federalism Today: Perspectives on Political and Economic Governance (Stanford, CA: Hoover Institution Press, 2024). Contributors to the book examine infrastructure, education and…

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July 30, 2024

“Big-Government Federalism” and Artificial Intelligence

In a blog post, Logan Kolas criticizes the many recent examples of state legislation focused on artificial intelligence. He notes the many advantages AI…

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July 30, 2024

Federalism and State Policy Analyst Position

The Cato Institute has posted a job opening for a federalism and state policy analyst. Read more here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Center for the Study of Federalism (CSF)?

The Center for the Study of Federalism (CSF) is a nonpartisan, interdisciplinary research and education institution dedicated to supporting and advancing scholarship and public understanding of federal theories, principles, institutions, and processes as practical means of organizing power in free societies.

Who are the Fellows at the Center for the Study of Federalism?

All of the CSF Fellows hold advanced degrees, are affiliated with academic institutions, and are scholarly experts in their fields. For more on each Fellow see CSF Fellows.

What is the purpose of the CSF website?

Most political and public issues in the United States are influenced to some extent by its federal system. Yet many do not understand that system. The CSF website seeks to foster a better understanding among the general public and scholars of federal governing systems generally and, specifically, of the federal system of government in the United States of America.

Are the materials on the Center for the Study of Federalism website copyright-protected?

The CSF materials are free to use for educational purposes. If published, please acknowledge CSF as the source. If you intend to use these materials for profit, please, contact the Center for the Study of Federalism for permission. Some materials on the website are not owned by CSF and permission to use those materials should be sought with those holding legal title to the material.

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Federalism Matters Podcast

Federalism is American government’s best kept secret. Its influence is pervasive and profound. Though not mentioned in the Constitution, federalism’s meaning and application have been at the center of disputes from 1776 to the Civil War to our current culture wars. We are scholars who focus on federalism, and through this podcast, we explore how federalism, from practice to theory, shapes our politics, policies, culture, society, and daily life.

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The Federalism Minute

Federalism’s influence on American government, culture and society is pervasive and profound, yet often unexplored. This short podcast examines single, practical topics to show how federalism’s influence is real and relevant in average citizens’ daily lives.

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