Dossier
The Fiscal Survey of States
Coverage of The Fiscal Survey of States in the Nexus archive.
- States face more budget pressures amid rising costs, slow growth
States face ongoing budget pressures due to rising costs, slow growth, and federal policy changes. A NASBO survey found governors proposed flat spending for fiscal year 2027, with many states implementing cuts like eliminating vacant positions, hiring freezes, and reduced employee benefits. Most states plan to increase rainy day funds despite weakening reserve power.