Have you ever thought how Mississippi River Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, collapsed during the evening rush hour? Have you asked why an 84-year-old steam pipe erupted in New York City? Do you know how much money a U.S. state government spends on capital projects a year? From this book you will be able to understand - how important fixed assets are for U.S. state governments - what components play active roles in the fixed asset management system - why some state governments do not pay attention to certain components of their fixed asset management - which states have the best fixed asset management practice - why some state governments prefer to sell and lease back their property - what fixed assets are managed in a centralized or decentralized fashion - what problems exist in fixed asset management in state governments - other characteristics of public asset management in U.S. state governments