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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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American Federalism

Federal Court Approves Supervised Injection Facility

A federal district court has ruled that Philadelphia's plan to allow for the opening of a supervised facility for injecting illegal drugs under medical…

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American Federalism

New Medicaid Proposal Sparks Opposition from States

A rule change proposed by the Trump administration that would reduce the federal share of payments for health care has prompted opposition from states…

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American Federalism

Podcast on School Choice

In a podcast at the Pioneer Institute, Neal McCluskey discusses "educational federalism." You can listen to the podcast here.

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Sanctuary Jurisdictions Increasingly Targeted by the Federal Government

James Carafano examines why the Trump administration has increased efforts to curb the effectiveness of sanctuary jurisdictions. Read more here.

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Canadian Appeals Court Strikes Down Federal Carbon Tax

The Alberta Court of Appeals has ruled that the federal carbon tax unconstitutionally interferes with Alberta's exclusive jurisdiction to manage its natural resources. The…

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Budgetary Transparency and Decentralization in Ukraine

Several scholars have analyzed the role of budgetary transparency in the process of Ukrainian decentralization efforts. Read more here.

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American Federalism

The Census and State Budgets

A group of researchers with the Pew Charitable Trusts review the ways that the upcoming federal census could affect state budgets. Read more here.

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American Federalism

States and Localities Object to Federal Coronavirus Housing Plans

Some states and localities are objecting to federal plans to house coronavirus patients within their jurisdictions (password required). Read more here and here.

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American Federalism

Call for Rebalancing of Power Between Federal Government and Localities

Eryn Hurley of the National Association of Counties writes that the balance of power between the federal government and localities has shifted in a…

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Call for Federalism in the UK

At a recent constitutional affairs conference, a number of political leaders called for devolved government in the United Kingdom. The leaders included the mayor…

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American Federalism

Appellate Court Strikes Down Medicaid Work Requirements

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has ruled that Arkansas's work requirements for Medicaid are arbitrary and capricious and fail…

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American Federalism

Federal Government and States Differ Over “Hot” Hemp

Farmers in states that allow hemp farming are concerned that new federal regulations will make it more difficult for farmers to prove that their…

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American Federalism

New York Lawsuit: Federalism versus Immigration

Susan J. Cohen analyzes the legal conflict that has developed between the Trump administration and New York state over the Global Entry Trusted Traveler…

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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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