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Government Finance Research Center

College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs

Research Briefs & Policy Bites

GFRC Research Briefs and Policy Bites are short summaries of our Published Research Projects highlighting important and policy-relevant findings intended for use by policymakers and legislative staff.

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A Promising Prototype For Future State Banks?

Legislatures in a growing number of states are considering the possibility of establishing state banks. Should these banks expect to be as successful as the Bank of North Dakota?
Policy Recs for Water Rate Setting in the LMSA

Recommendations for water rate setting in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Intergovernmental Coordination in the LMSA

Examination of intergovernmental coordination for water rate setting in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Water Rate Increases in the LMSA

Examination of water rate increases in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Gov. Policies & Water Rate Setting in the LMSA

Examination of the role of federal, state, and local policies in water rate setting across the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Water Rate Setting for DACs in the LMSA

Examination of water rate setting for disadvantaged communities in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Water Affordability in the LMSA

Analysis of water affordability in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Water Bills in the LMSA

Analysis of water bills in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
Water Rate Setting in the LMSA

Summary of the rate-setting process in the Lake Michigan Service Area, based on the Water Rate Setting Study, commissioned by the Illinois General Assembly.
An Analysis of Water Rates Across the LMDWN

Research on the characteristics and dynamics of the Lake Michigan Drinking Water Network (LMDWN).
Are Flat Income Tax Structures Really Flat?

Research on state income taxes, and the complexities of achieving a “fair” state income tax system.
The ACA's Impact on Hospital Borrowing

Research on the ACA's effect on hospital borrowing costs and investment spending.
Can States Give Fiscal Relief to Local Governments

Summary of fiscal emergency laws, and ways to enhance state aid programs.
State Infrastructure as a Countercyclical Tool

Analysis of how a countercyclical capital budget can direct more capital spending during recessionary periods.
Is A State Bank A Useful Economic Development Tool

Discussion of state banks as economic development tools.