Public Finance Journal is an open-access biannual journal publishing peer-reviewed research in budgeting and finance. This journal is published by the @GFOA.
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Public Finance Journal is committed to the practice of diversity, equity, access, and inclusivity in soliciting, reviewing, and publishing public budgeting and finance scholarship. Read our statement here: publicfinance.org/index.php/…
"Exploring Connections Between Financial Sophistication and Democratic Function in Local Governments" by Stephanie Leiser & Natalie Fitzpatrick finds a link between stronger democratic functioning and more complex financial practices in local governments. doi.org/10.59469/pfj.2026.82
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.
"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.2026.81
"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.2026.88
A book review of "Contemporary Issues and Challenges in Public Financial Management: Responding to Global Crises" by @carlosm_rod highlights how PFM systems continue to evolve as governments face growing fiscal pressures and demands for accountability. doi.org/10.59469/pfj.2026.89
Deadline is tomorrow! Don't forget to submit your proposals to [email protected]. More information can be found here: publicfinance.org/index.php/…
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/…
The submission deadline is basically a month away! Get your abstracts in for potential inclusion in this symposium! publicfinance.org/index.php/…
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. publicfinance.org/index.php/…
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. publicfinance.org/index.php/…
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/…
"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.2025.61
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.2025.65
"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.2025.65
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 and Michael Overton found in 2(2)? If not, today is a great day to read this open-access research. doi.org/10.59469/pfj.2025.45
"Is There a Gold Standard or Need for a City-Centric Approach for Sales Tax Revenue Forecasting" by @slizlarson & Michael Overton introduces PREE as a way to maximize the accuracy of sales tax revenue forecasting. doi.org/10.59469/pfj.2025.45
"Using Large Language Models to Forecast Local Government Revenue" by Il Hwan Chung, Berat Kara, Melissa McShea, @pathaksocial, & Daniel Williams explores the use of ChatGPT with human input as a viable alternative forecasting method. doi.org/10.59469/pfj.2025.46
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/…
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!
Take some time today to read Carl Gabrini's review of "Critical Tax Theory: An Introduction". doi.org/10.59469/pfj.2025.67
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 [email protected]
