- Louisiana
Louisiana legislators approved a $500 million budget deficit reduction plan by the Jindal administration, though some complained it does not address the states structural imbalance.
By Shelly SigoNovember 20 - Kentucky
Kentucky Gov.-elect Matt Bevin appointed public finance attorney Scott Brinkman as secretary of the Executive Cabinet.
By Shelly SigoNovember 20 -
Jefferson County, Ala.,s 2013 sewer system debt remains at junk levels even though the countys post-bankruptcy plan is working as intended so far, Fitch said while affirming its double-B ratings.
By Shelly SigoNovember 19 - Tennessee
Tennessee said a recent general obligation offering was oversubscribed more than five times helping to generate some of the lowest interest rates in its history.
By Shelly SigoNovember 19 -
After amassing nearly $2 billion in unused bonding authority from Louisiana and Florida the past few years, BioNitrogen Holdings Corp. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 3.
By Shelly SigoNovember 18 - North Carolina
Newly minted gilt-edged Union County, N.C., plans to make rare appearances in the bond market this week and in December offering investors high-grade paper options.
By Shelly SigoNovember 17 - Florida
Florida Gov. Rick Scott plans to offer businesses nearly a $1 billion in tax cuts if the Legislature agrees with his proposed budget to be released next month.
By Shelly SigoNovember 16 -
Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe plans to ask lawmakers for approval to issue up to $3.5 billion of bonds for capital needs, including transportation projects.
By Shelly SigoNovember 12 -
A second environmental group is suing Florida over spending decisions related to a 2014 constitutional amendment earmarking funds for conservation purposes.
By Shelly SigoNovember 12 - New York
Raymond James has hired 25-year investment banking veteran Reuben McDaniel as a managing director in the firm's New York office.
By Shelly SigoNovember 12