Apr. 2, 2026
Washington Governor Signs Budget Amid Looming Financial Challenges
Budget relies on rainy day reserves and cuts to child care funding to balance the books
Apr. 2, 2026
Oklahoma Lawmaker Hosts High School Page
Rep. Tim Turner praises Kirstin Clark's accomplishments and legislative experience
Apr. 2, 2026
Oklahoma House Passes Bill to Support First Responders' Health
Legislation would provide workers' compensation benefits for heart attacks and strokes tied to emergency response work
Apr. 2, 2026
Illinois Lawmakers Tackle Affordability and Tech Regulation
Proposed housing and consumer protection bills aim to address rising costs and online safety concerns
Apr. 2, 2026
Ohio Lawmakers Propose Bills to Ease Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated
Bipartisan legislation aims to help ex-offenders rebuild their lives and reduce recidivism rates.
Apr. 2, 2026
Ohio Death Penalty Costs Remain High Despite Execution Pause
State Attorney General calls capital punishment system 'paralyzed' as costs mount without any executions in nearly a decade.
Apr. 2, 2026
Idaho Rejects Child Care Grants Despite Minimal Fraud
State audits find few issues, but lawmakers still concerned about potential misuse of funds
Apr. 2, 2026
Iowa City, Johnson County Reaffirm Support for Transgender Youth
Community members gathered to mark Transgender Day of Visibility after pride flag was stolen from county building.
Apr. 2, 2026
Environmental Concerns and Gun Laws Debated in Illinois
State lawmakers face pressure to address data center impacts and 3D printed firearms
Apr. 2, 2026
Idaho Budget Committee Opts to Hold Millions in Rainy Day Funds
JFAC votes to withhold over $50 million from general fund despite 2% cuts to state agencies
Apr. 2, 2026
Alabama House passes overtime tax deduction bill
Legislation aims to provide tax relief for workers earning overtime pay.
Apr. 2, 2026
Historic Augusta house to be moved across Memorial Circle
Relocation project aims to save 3-story building from demolition for bank expansion
Apr. 2, 2026
Georgia Lawmakers Race to Pass Budget, Legislation Before Session Ends
The state legislature's final day is Thursday at midnight, with key bills and the $38 billion budget still unresolved.
Apr. 2, 2026
Kentucky Passes Bill Restricting School Board Eligibility
New law would prevent some educators from serving on school boards in state's largest districts.
Apr. 2, 2026
Mississippi Alcohol Delivery Bill Fails to Advance
Proposed solution to address ABC warehouse issues dies in legislature
Apr. 2, 2026
Arkansas Senate Leader Vows No Caps on Student Accounts
State values all education options, says top lawmaker
Apr. 2, 2026
Kentucky legislature shrinks JCPS school board to 5 members
New law reduces the size of the Jefferson County Public Schools governing board.
Apr. 2, 2026
Louisiana Lawmakers Push for Stricter Seafood Labeling
Proposed bills aim to combat mislabeling of imported shrimp as local catch
Apr. 2, 2026
Kentucky Legislature Passes State Budget
Key items included in the new spending plan
Apr. 2, 2026
Louisiana Lawmakers Push for Stricter Seafood Labeling
New bills aim to combat mislabeling of imported shrimp as local catch
