In this weekly post, we feature online articles and policy reports published recently, and other helpful research tools.

• Examine the growing 65-and-older and 90-and-older populations reflected in the most recent census data. (U.S. Census Bureau, November 2011)
• Consider the rising cost of health insurance premiums. (Kaiser Health News, November 17, 2011)
• Explore borrower rights during the foreclosure process. (Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, November 2011)
• Note that the Texas commissioner of education has adopted minimum standards concerning school district financial conditions that must exist for declaration of a financial exigency by the board of trustees of the district. (Texas Education Agency, November 22, 2011)

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Three cases related to Texas redistricting are pending before the U.S. Supreme Court. The following article from SCOTUSBlog provides background and analysis: What's at stake in the Texas election cases? (12/04/11)

To track news about these cases, as well as other developments related to the 2011 Texas redistricting cycle, please visit:
Texas Redistricting Library (Texas Legislative Council)
Texas Redistricting (independent blog)

Below are documents related to the cases. Additional documents are available and may be linked from the TLC Redistricting Library or Texas Redistricting (mentioned above).

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