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Public Finance Journal

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Public Finance Journal is an open-access biannual journal publishing peer-reviewed research in budgeting and finance. The GFOA publishes this journal.

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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
PFJ has an estimated CiteScore of 5, another exciting sign of the journal’s growing reach and impact in public finance scholarship. A huge thank you to our authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and the broader PFJ community for helping strengthen the journal!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
"Structuring Simulations for Local Government Resident Engagement: The Experience of Lawrence and Sedgwick County, Kansas by Zach Mohr, David Guo, Alley Porter, Craig Owens, Lindsey Poe Rosseauv, & Whitney Afonso finds that budget simulations have... (1/n) doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Budget simulations have become increasingly common in public budgeting, particularly at the local level. In these simulations, the local government engages with residents to inform them of the budget ...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
"Improving Local Government Performance Through Benchmarking" by Christopher Acuff reviews David Ammons’ latest book, arguing that local governments should move beyond measuring performance and focus on adopting best practices that improve outcomes. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
A book review of "Contemporary Issues and Challenges in Public Financial Management: Responding to Global Crises" by Carlos M. Rodrigues highlights how PFM systems continue to evolve as governments face growing fiscal pressures and demands for accountability. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Deadline is tomorrow! Don't forget to submit your proposals to larsonse@miamioh.edu. More information can be found here: publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
The deadline is coming up quickly (March 31st)! Submit proposals for a symposium on Sales Taxation in a Changing Economy! Research is welcomed that examines how sales taxes operate in modern economies, their governance, and their fiscal impacts. publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
The submission deadline is basically a month away! Get your abstracts in for potential inclusion in this symposium! publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
New year and our first symposium on sales tax policy! Public Finance is accepting proposals through March 31, 2026, for "Sales Taxation in a Changing Economy: Policy Design, Administration, and Equity." Questions? Contact Guest Editor @slizlarson.bsky.social. publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
Happy New Year!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Why should you send your research to Public Finance Journal for publication? Quick review process! Guaranteed distribution to practitioners! Free open-access publications, so your research is never stuck behind a paywall! Submit today! publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
"An Engaging Opportunity: The Promise of Enhanced Public Engagement for Priority-Based Budgeting," found in 2(2), identifies the effects of public engagement on priority-based budgeting reallocation outcomes. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Fascinating findings in "A Fiscal Comparison of Bond Ratings for Black and White Majority Municipalities" by Hunter Bacot found in 2(2) regarding bond rating discrimination! doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Have you had a chance to read "Is There a Gold Standard or Need for a City-Centric Approach for Sales Tax Revenue Forecasting" by @slizlarson.bsky.social and @moverton.bsky.social found in 2(2)? If not, today is a great day to read this open-access research. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
"Using Large Language Models to Forecast Local Government Revenue" by Il Hwan Chung, Berat Kara, Melissa McShea, Rahul Pathak, & Daniel Williams explores the use of ChatGPT with human input as a viable alternative forecasting method. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Issue 2(2) of Public Finance Journal is now live on the website! We will highlight the research featured in this issue over the next few days. publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Exciting news! A new issue of Public Finance Journal comes out this week! Keep up with the issue by following the journal's social media!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Take some time today to read Carl Gabrini's review of "Critical Tax Theory: An Introduction". doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Interested in reviewing a book for Public Finance Journal? We are currently seeking reviewers for "Improving Local Government Performance through Benchmarking" by David N. Ammons. If you’d like to volunteer, please email bookreviews@publicfinance.org
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
"A Fiscal Comparison of Bond Ratings for Black and White Majority Municipalities in the United States" by Hunter Bacot shows significant funding inequities, as Black-majority municipalities face bond rating discrimination. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Are you interested in reviewing a book for Public Finance Journal? We are looking for reviewers for "Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Public Sector" by Wendy D Chen & David B Audretsch! Want to volunteer? Email bookreviews@publicfinance.org!
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ODU School of Public Service @spsodu.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
A new study by Kaelan A. Boyd, a Ph.D. student in the @spsodu.bsky.social, examines the impact of public engagement in the budgeting process of cities. The study appears in the @publicfinance.bsky.social. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
"An Engaging Opportunity: The Promise of Enhanced Public Engagement for Priority-Based Budgeting" by @davemitchellucf.bsky.social, Kaelan Boyd, & Meagan Jordan answers the question: What types of public engagement are successful in priority-based budgeting? doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Happy International Reviewer Appreciation Day! On this special day, the Public Finance Journal would like to thank all our reviewers who go above and beyond to make the content in the journal the best it can be. Thank you!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
Make sure to take the time to read Arushi Thakorlal's review of "Holding Government to Account: Democracy and the National Audit Office," forthcoming in Public Finance Journal. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Want your research to have a real-world impact? Be prize-winning? Consider applying for one of GFOA of the US & Canada's GovFi Prizes! Abstract proposals may be submitted on a rolling basis. Want more information? Check out the website! www.gfoa.org/govfi-prize
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
"Using Large Language Models to Forecast Local Government Revenue" by Il Hwan Chung, Berat Kara, Melissa McShea, Rahul Pathak, & @profdanwilliams.bsky.social explores the use of ChatGPT with human input as a viable alternative forecasting method for small- and... (1/n) doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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ODU School of Public Service @spsodu.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Last, but certainly not least, please meet @academicpiracy.bsky.social. Dr. McDonald is a professor of public budgeting and finance and the director of the @spsodu.bsky.social. He also serves as the editor-in-chief of @journalpa.bsky.social, co-editor-in-chief @publicfinance.bsky.social.
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
"Is There a Gold Standard or Need for a City-Centric Approach for Sales Tax Revenue Forecasting" by @slizlarson.bsky.social & @moverton.bsky.social‬ introduces PREE as a way to maximize the accuracy of sales tax revenue forecasting. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Want your own hard copy of the latest volume of Public Finance Journal? Grab one today on Amazon! a.co/d/1ExUMEy
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ODU School of Public Service @spsodu.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Have no fear! Super Meagan Jordan is here! Dr. Jordan is an associate professor of public budgeting and finance in the @spsodu.bsky.social. She is also the book review editor for @publicfinance.bsky.social and an associate editor with @pareview.bsky.social.
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Are you interested in tax law? Do you want to understand why tax laws are the way they are and what their impact is on historically disempowered groups? Please contact editors @profcsmaher.bsky.social or @academicpiracy.bsky.social if you are interested in reviewing for Public Finance!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Have an interest in reading "Managing Public Pension Plans: Decisions, Challenges, and Reforms"? Want to be a published author? Consider reviewing the book for the Public Finance Journal!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Want to review a book for Public Finance? Have an interest in reading "Holding Government to Account: Democracy and the National Audit Office"? Please contact editors @profcsmaher.bsky.social Maher or @academicpiracy.bsky.social if you are interested!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
Take some time today to read Kenneth Hunter's review of Claire Dunning's "Nonprofit neighborhoods: An urban history of inequality and the American state" in 2(1). doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Have you had a chance to read Carl Gabrini's review of Kimberly Nelson & Whitney Afonso's "Municipal Corruption: From Policies to People" found in 2(1)? doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
A better understanding of an increasingly important part of the municipal bond market, green bonds, can be found by reading "Evolution of U.S. State and Local Government Green Bond Issuance" found in issue 2(1). doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
We need a better understanding of the management of federal grants at the local level. Austin Aldag provides findings regarding this in "Local Management of Federal Grants: Determinants of Awards and Government Capacity." doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Ever want to know what the general public wants to know about public finance? Read "What Does the Public Really Want to Know About Public Finance? It’s Not Crystal Clear, but the Public Wants Profit!" to find out! doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Have you had a chance to read "Informing Voters About Public Finance: Evidence from a Survey Experiment"? If not, give it a read today! doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Excited to announce the release of issue 2(1)! We will highlight the articles and book reviews in this issue over the next few days! publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Make sure to check out Carl Gabrini's thoughtful review of "Municipal Corruption: From Politics to People" by Kimberly Nelson & Whitney Afonso. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Please take the time to read Kenneth Hunter's review of Claire Dunning's "Nonprofit neighborhoods: An urban history of inequality and the American state." doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
"Local Management of Federal Grants: Determinants of Awards and Government Capacity" by Austin Aldag answers the question: How do local governments manage federal grant funds, and what policy changes do practitioners desire? doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
"What Does the Public Really Want to Know About Public Finance?: It’s Not Crystal Clear, but the Public Wants Profit!" by Kip Murray & Cathy Landry, uses public record requests data to better understand the general public's interest in public finance. doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Sarah E. Larson @slizlarson.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
I recently co-authored a blog post on the Municipal Research Lab blog with my fantastic colleague Michael Overton, Ph.D., about our recent research in the @publicfinance.bsky.social. Give it a read! medium.com/municipal-re...
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The Crucial Role of Preprocessing in Revenue Forecasting
Lessons from Larson and Overton
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
"Informing Voters About Public Finance: Evidence from a Survey Experiment" by Carolyn Abott, @incantalupo.bsky.social, & @akheilsingla.bsky.social finds that voters punish mayors for credit rating downgrades as much as rising crime. (1/n) doi.org/10.59469/pfj...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Want a fast first decision time? Look no further than Public Finance Journal, where our time to first decision is under two weeks. Submit your manuscript today!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
As a new journal, Public Finance Journal is not yet eligible for a cite score or Scopus rank. However, if we had been eligible, PFJ would have had a cite score of 2.9 and a rank of 95th. Not bad for our first year in print. Want your research to have a similar impact? Submit now!
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
One of the reasons the Public Finance Journal is a premier outlet for publication is the distribution of your findings. There is no paywall. In 2024, the journal had 12,498 article downloads through its website. Want that kind of access to your research? Submit now! publicfinance.org/index.php/pf...
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Public Finance Journal @publicfinance.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Want your hard copy of Public Finance Journal? Are you not a fan of reading items electronically? PFJ is now available for purchase on Amazon. Grab your copies today! www.amazon.com/s?k=Public+F...
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