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Federal Agency Information Online

United States Census Bureau

FDSys - Provides free online access to official federal government publications. Through FDSys you are able to

Search for documents and publications with the ability to refine and narrow your search
Browse for documents and publications by collections, federal agency, Congressional committee, and date
Download documents and publication in multiple renditions or file formats

While it is federal website, there are often materials included that focus on individual states or cooperative works between states. It is also possible to find information about federal funding of activities at the state level.

U.S. Census Bureau (Census.gov) offers a variety of statistics at the state level beyond just population and housing. The U.S. Census Bureau conducts a Census of Governments of all state and local government organization units every 5 years, for years ending in 2 and 7, as required by law under Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 161. The collection of these data will

Identify the scope and nature of the nation's state and local governments.
Classify local government organizations, powers, and activities.
Provide authoritative benchmark data on public finance and public employment.
Measure state and local governments' fiscal relationships.

Organizations

Pew U.S. State Policy
Operated as an independent, non-partisan, non-governmental organization dedicated to serving the public. Brings policy makers and experts together to develop solutions driven by facts, and conduct reporting and in-depth research across the 50 states and the District of Columbia, using evidence to determine which policies work and which do not.
Council of State Governments
Founded in 1933, The Council of State Governments (CSG) is our nation’s only organization serving all three branches of state government. CSG is a region-based forum that fosters the exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy.
Open States: Discover Politics in Your State
Allows users the opportunity to find information on politics in each state. Information includes the demographics and information on legislators, current and past bills, and committees.
National Conference on State Legislatures
A bipartisan organization that serves the legislators and staffs of the nation's 50 states, its commonwealths and territories. Provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues.
National Governor's Association
The bipartisan organization promotes visionary state leadership, shares best practices and speaks with a collective voice on national policy.
National Association of Attorneys General
Fosters an environment of "cooperative leadership," helping Attorneys General respond effectively - individually and collectively - to emerging state and federal issues.
American Public Human Services Organization
Persues excellence in health and human services by supporting state and local agencies, informing policymakers, and working with our partners to drive innovative, integrated and efficient solutions in policy and practice.

Book of the States - Find analysis and comparative information on a wide range of topics. Focuses on historical data, and also highlights trends in various state public policy areas.

The latest edition is online and older volumes and be found on the fourth floor at REF JK 2403 .B6

Government Statistics

Government Statistics Research Guide

There are numerous places to look online for government statistics. The guide Government Statistics - Recommended Agencies and Websites would be a great place to start.