State vs. Federal: Understanding Fiscal Deficits in Government Budgets

Learn why state governments can't run fiscal deficits like the federal government, focusing on balanced-budget laws and their economic impact.
The San Bernardino Sun

LAO: State deficits as far as the eye can see

It’s not just the federal government with major budget deficit problems. When he leaves office in 19 months, Gov. Gavin Newsom will bequeath to his successor endemic state budget deficits. The ...
Yahoo

State water supply has deficits going into February

(COLORADO) — We had a decent run at snowfall in early January that brought needed precipitation and snowpack to most of the state. However, the second half of January was warm and dry, which in turn ...
MinnPost

With budget deficits on the horizon, state lawmakers react along party lines

It is the gift-giving season, and Wednesday’s Minnesota economic and revenue forecast had something for all the politicians to cherish — DFL and GOP both. It was the same presentation, one that showed ...
The Providence Journal

With RI budget deficits looming, McKee looks to slow state spending. What to know.

PROVIDENCE – Gov. Dan McKee's administration is ordering state agencies to pull back on new spending and hiring because of projected budget deficits starting next year. After years of surpluses, ...