This volume provides a reliable reference work for researchers and students -- a single source that readers can trust for current and accurate information about:
-- The actions that local governments can -- and cannot -- pursue
-- States where power is centralized at the capital and where it is not
-- How home rule varies within each state by governmental function
-- Trends in important issues such as taxes, land annexation, and citizen access.
Home Rule in America was directed by Dale Krane of the department of public administration, University of Nebraska, Omaha; Platon N. Rigos, department of government and international affairs, University of South Florida; and Melvin Hill, the Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia.
The editors organized the book in three parts: an overview of American home rule, including its history; a state-by-state description of home rule authority; and a comparative appendix that allows readers a quick reference source of powers by state.
A scholar or governmental expert was selected in each state to prepare the state descriptions. Each chapter follows the same outline of content that allows easy comparison between states.
In an era of power and responsibilities devolving from the national government to states andlocalities, the use of home rule powers has become increasingly important to the health of American government and federalism. Researchers and interested citizens will benefit from this new comprehensive reference.
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This volume provides a reliable reference work for researchers and students -- a single source that readers can trust for current and accurate information about:
-- The actions that local governments can -- and cannot -- pursue
-- States where power is centralized at the capital and where it is not
-- How home rule varies within each state by governmental function
-- Trends in important issues such as taxes, land annexation, and citizen access.
Home Rule in America was directed by Dale Krane of the department of public administration, University of Nebraska, Omaha; Platon N. Rigos, department of government and international affairs, University of South Florida; and Melvin Hill, the Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia.
The editors organized the book in three parts: an overview of American home rule, including its history; a state-by-state description of home rule authority; and a comparative appendix that allows readers a quick reference source of powers by state.
A scholar or governmental expert was selected in each state to prepare the state descriptions. Each chapter follows the same outline of content that allows easy comparison between states.
In an era of power and responsibilities devolving from the national government to states andlocalities, the use of home rule powers has become increasingly important to the health of American government and federalism. Researchers and interested citizens will benefit from this new comprehensive reference.
Imprint | CQ Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | June 2000 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | October 2000 |
Authors | Dale A. (Anthony) Krane, Platon N. Rigos, Melvin B. Hill |
Dimensions | 279 x 216 x 30mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 350 |
Edition | Revised Ed. |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-56802-281-9 |
Barcode | 9781568022819 |
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LSN | 1-56802-281-6 |