New from Urban Institute Press

The Urban Institute Press proudly announces the launch of our eBook program. Selected titles are now available in digital format, with more being added weekly.

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State Tax Policy: A Political Perspective, third edition

David Brunori | $26.50

State tax systems are in trouble. Revenue collecting methods developed more than a half-century ago are straining to deal with 21st century economies, and tax incentives have become the weapon of choice in the battle to attract business investment. more 

Long-Term Care for the Elderly

Robyn Stone | $26.50

Every year Americans spend over 182 billion public and private dollars on services and supports for chronically disabled elders. This is projected to nearly double by 2030 to $341 billion and to grow to $684 billion once the last baby boomers have turned 85. more 

Beyond Privatopia: Rethinking Residential Private Government

Evan McKenzie | $26.50

In Beyond Privatopia: Rethinking Residential Private Government, attorney and political science scholar Evan McKenzie explores emerging trends in private governments and competing schools of thought on how to operate them, from state oversight to laissez-faire libertarianism. more