This report is part of a series of reports that will provide information on the structure, function, finances, taxation, employment, and retirement  systems of the United States’ approximately  90,000 state and local governments. The U.S. Census Bureau currently produces the Census of Governments quinquennially for the years ending  in “2” and “7.” Additionally, associated intercensal surveys provide data quarterly and annually. These surveys provide a wealth of data on the economic activity of state and local governments.