Ohio Test Prep
Ohio Test Prep: Module 6: Ohio's State and Local Governments
State test preparation material with video tutorials, interactive practice review game, and assessment for students preparing for Ohio state test in Social Studies on Ohio's state and local governments.
Library of Congress
Loc: State and Local Governments
This site from the Library of Congress provides links to sites with general information on state and local governments and specific details for individual states. Also, has links to state web pages.
Other
First Gov: Official Portal of the u.s. Government
A launching point for information about the U.S. government and its resources. One can search FirstGov by keyword or phrase, by browsing a topics list, or by selecting a federal branch (executive, legislative, or judicial). State and...
Texas State Historical Association
Texas State Historical Association: Local Government [Pdf]
An activity guide where students refer to the Texas Almanac, which is free to download, for information needed to complete assigned tasks. In this lesson, they investigate the officials and organizational structures that make up local...
Other
Governing.com: The Resource for States and Localities
This is an online magazine that deals with state and local government. Contains a full searchable database of current and past issues.
Other
State and Local Government on the Net
Index of links to specific state governments, national organizations, federal resources, and multi-state sites.
Other
Govspot.com State Government
Govspot.com lists information for each state government's structure and elective and appointive offices.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: County Government
Overview on how county government is structured and how it functions in relation to city governments.
Other
Firstgov.gov: u.s. State and Local Employees
This page allows the visitor to search by topic or type of issues affecting the government. This site also has many links to federal programs.
Library of Congress
Loc: Colorado State and Local Government
The Library of Congress provides information on the state government of Colorado, including its state legislature, judiciary, executive branch, constitution, legal guides, and general sources.
Internal Revenue Service
Irs: Federal/state/local Taxes Lesson Plans
This lesson plan will help students understand that federal, state, and local governments need revenues to provide goods and services for their residents.
Oregon Secretary of State
Oregon State Archives: The Oregon Blue Book
The Oregon Blue Book, the official state directory and fact book, provides a wealth of information about Oregon. "FACTS," contains almanac references, economy information, scenic images, capital city information, and state buildings;...
Other
Official Website of the City of Jacksonville, Fl: Government
Explains the structure of the city government of Jacksonville, Florida. Includes links to the different branches and departments and to elected officials' web pages. Especially helpful is the Civics 101 link on the Duval Legislative...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: City Government
Overivew of city government structure, organization and responsibilities.
iCivics
I Civics: Who Represents Me?
Do you know who represents you in the federal, state and local government? Do you know how to get in touch with them? This web quest will guide you through a number of web resources that will give you information about your...
Other
National Conference of State Legislatures: Mandate Monitor
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (UMRA) was adopted in an effort " to curb the practice of imposing unfunded Federal mandates on States and local governments." According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), UMRA defines a...
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Municipal World
An online magazine for local government, which includes a local government discussion forum.
Other
National Association of Counties (Naco)
The National Association of Counties (NACO) site is a resource about counties around the United States. Look up the population or other important information about any U.S. country as well as other information.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Antonio Villaraigosa
Academy of Achievement biography of Antonia Villaraigosa gives readers an overview of his life struggles and success as mayor of Los Angeles.
Other
Vermont: Official State Homepage
Here you can learn the most current information about Vermont's state government. Includes links to homepages of federal, judicial, and executive branches. Also includes extensive information about tourism and recreational activities....
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: State of Israel
This site from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs describes the type and structure of the Israeli governmnet established in 1948. Links to each branch of the government are found on the orange menu bar.
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Usa.gov
This site has links to all federal government agencies, federal branches, and state governments.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: Pennsylvania County Government Project
Understand how local county government works in Pennsylvania.
Other
State of Georgia Official Site
This is the official website of the State of Georgia. Content includes government information, tourist information, statistical facts, local city and county information, and much more.