The May 2018 issue of State Legislatures magazine puts a spotlight on money in political campaigns and elections, America's aging energy grid and the nation's legislative staff.

In the April 2018 issue of State Legislatures: remote sales tax collections; kratom use; occupational licensing; and centralized IT operations.

In this issue: Preparing young people for life on their own as they transition out of foster care; states look for ways to attract and keep more foster parents as caseloads increase; the share of women legislatures finally breaks 25%; sage advice...

The February 2018 issue of State Legislatures covers new solar energy developments, explains the sub-minimum wage and reviews three recent books by state legislators.

The January 2018 issue of State Legislatures has a roundup of the hottest issues legislators will face in the coming year, along with stories teacher shortages and health care.