Explanation of the State and Local Fiscal Assistance Act of 1972; author feels that higher education will not benefit directly but may get additional funds from state sources. (SP)

Discussed here are: (1) the idea of revenue sharing; (2) action or implementation of the Revenue Sharing Act of 1972; and, (3) its implications for neighborhood health centers. (Author/SB)

This report contains the texts of House of Representatives Bills and statements about those Bills made by a variety of persons involved in the field of education. The Bills propose to amend various provisions of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA). One Bill gives particular attention to extending the provisions of Title I,…

This report contains statements by a variety of persons and organizations on House of Representatives Bills amending the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA). Particular attention is given to the value of Title I ESEA (compensatory education) programs since some of the Bills propose to amend or extend these programs. Another Bill…

This report contains statements made by a variety of persons and organizations on House of Representatives Bills amending the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA). Particular attention is given to the value of Title I ESEA (compensatory education) programs, since some of the Bills propose to amend or extend these programs. Another…

This speech suggests several reasons why revenue sharing is receiving so much attention, and presents several important ingredients for what the author considers to be a reasonable "delivery system" for special revenue sharing funds. The author also summarizes some of his concerns and reactions to the probable fate of special revenue sharing…

Argues that only if revenue sharing is genuinely responsive to citizen needs and in fact, secures self-initiated involvement of citizens in program execution will it be ultimately successful in developing self-supporting individuals and communities. (JF)

Gathering of the reins of power in Washington is neither the most efficient nor an effective way to govern. (Author)

Discusses the funding struggle between Congress and the Administration in 1973 and its implications for financing education. Examines revenue sharing, ESEA Title I, the impounding of allocated funds, and the role of the Federal Government in education. (Author/DN)

This study critically examines the measurement of the Comprehesive Employment and Training Act's key allocation variable, unemployment. The analysis indicates (1) unemployment rates are higher than government estimates and (2) methods used to measure state and local umemployment have several weaknesses. (Author/RLV)

The State and Local Fiscal Assistance Act of 1972 was shaped by a decade of discussion and compromise. Under the Act, federal funds have been disbursed to all State and local general purpose governments from 1972 through 1976. This legislation has been renewed without major revision. The principal focus of this work is an evaluation of the…

The Commission made an in depth study of the entire tax structure of Connecticut and developed a model for tax reform for the State that would allow for lessening of inequities for many classes of taxpayers and create a more favorable climate for industry to increase employment for Connecticut people. This volume (the first of three) consists of…

The results of the G.A.O.'s State-by-State investigation of the status of the $1.7 billion distributed to 50 State governments and the District of Columbia for 1972 are reported in this pamphlet. The investigation attempted to assess the actual impact of revenue sharing in such areas as tax reduction, changes in budget priorities, and increased…

Reports the expected impact on education of the revenue sharing act due to expire at the end of the year, and what solutions educators and legislators are attempting to find. (Author/MLF)

As a case study exploration of the political context in which revenue-sharing funds are distributed, this article examines various community organizing strategies and tactics used by a coalition of social welfare groups in Los Angeles. Only after a massive organizational effort were these funds used for social welfare programs. (Author)