Research and News

Archive: Oct 2022

Ceiling of the Illinois State Capitol Dome

Capital Closeup: How legislative pay is set — A look at a recent Illinois court case, and review of other state laws Read More

As spent nuclear fuel sits at plants across Midwest, the U.S. Navy demonstrates how to ship this radioactive waste safely and securely Read More

To date, Great Lakes states’ response to nutrient runoff problem has centered on delivery of incentives, technical assistance to farmers Read More

Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Legislative Caucus selects two legislators to lead group starting in 2023 Read More

Changing behaviors of domestic abusers is goal of interventions being used in some state prisons; the search for an effective model continues Read More

Ukraine-Canada flags

Saskatchewan opens arms to families from Ukraine with array of supports and services Read More

How and why states are partnering with businesses on child care Read More

Official ballot entering a ballot box saying for official use only.

Recently enacted changes to Michigan’s election laws reflect rise in voters’ use of absentee ballots Read More