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Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert ouster resumes after court denies appeal
Also, the County Commission has new rules for disruptive members and two Tennessee lawmakers want to fix a Medicare problem for rural hospitals.
Lawmakers rethink school bus rules after fatal wreck: week in politics
The fatal Kenwood school bus crash made lawmakers rethink loosening safety rules. Plus, the House blocked a $20 million tax break for FedEx.
Lawmakers seek permanent funding for referral hotlines connecting families to mental health care
A bill heard by a Rhode Island Senate panel last week would fold funding for telephone hotlines used by pediatricians and family doctors to connect kids and parents to mental health treatment hotlines into a health department program funded by insurer contributions.
Lawmakers spent big to give New Mexico health care system shot in the arm
Legislators directed hundreds of millions to a new medical school facility, expansion of rural residencies and faculty raises.
What to know about the Kansas sports authority that will oversee the new Chiefs stadium
Kansas lawmakers have voted to create an 11-member sports authority to carry out a $3 billion stadium deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. Here's a guide to the sports authority's responsibilities, membership and more.
CA lawmakers prompted to address federal CalFresh eligibility cuts
The County Welfare Directors Association of California is urging state lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom to help as food assistance programs face major changes that could result in food insecurity and strained food banks.
New Mexico's court-mandated pathways to mental health care
Lawmakers have made changes in recent years to bolster the treatment system, but advocates say wide gaps render them insufficient.
Georgia lawmakers pass bill that lets property owners sue over homeless encampments
Homelessness advocates say the bill would cause law enforcement to arrest people because they have nowhere to sleep and spur frivolous lawsuits paid for by taxpayers.
Georgia lawmakers fail to settle voting machines conflict before end of annual session
The Georgia General Assembly ended its annual session early Friday without a plan for new equipment to overhaul the state's voting system by a July deadline, plunging into doubt the future of elections in the political battleground.
Democrats see Georgia's failure to curb data centers as an electoral gift
Georgia lawmakers have ended their legislative session without addressing concerns over data centers
Trump Budget Seeks to Fund NASA’s Lunar Base, Cut Total Spending
The White House is once again asking Congress to cut NASA’s science budget nearly in half, mimicking an effort last year that was rejected by lawmakers.
Georgia Lawmakers End Annual Session Without Settling Conflict on Voting Machines
ATLANTA (AP) — The Georgia General Assembly ended its annual session early Friday without a plan for new equipment to overhaul the state's voting system by a July deadline, plunging into doubt the future of elections in the political battleground. The lawmakers' failure to offer a solution after ...
Kentucky lawmakers clear way for statue or artwork honoring McConnell
The Republican-led Kentucky Legislature plans to install a tribute to Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. in the State Capitol rotunda when it reopens.
The Politics Hour: Supreme Court's birthright citizenship case and why the D.C. budget is delayed
U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin on the Supreme Court case on birthright citizenship. Plus, D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson on a busy week for lawmakers, including veto overrides and emergency legislation.
General Assembly passes budget, JCPS changes in final-day rush
Kentucky lawmakers passed a two-year state budget and several other major bills on the final day before the veto period.
Congress is in no rush to authorize Trump’s ballroom after judge’s ruling
The president doesn’t appear interested in seeking lawmakers’ approval for his $400 million project — and they’re not inclined to give it.
Trump goes on a revenge tour in Indiana after failed redistricting vote
Trump is backing GOP challengers to lawmakers who opposed a redrawn congressional map last year as allies pour in millions of dollars ahead of the May primary.
Hennepin Healthcare workers push lawmakers to shore up support for hospital at risk of closure
Nurses and physicians at Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis, home to the first level-one and busiest trauma center in Minnesota, on Wednesday urged the state Legislature to throw the hospital a lifeline — and fast.
Town Meeting voters urged lawmakers to consider a universal health care bill. What can that change in Montpelier?
Also in Final Reading: Labor board rejects return to office, a forensic facility and AI in health care.
Lynchburg-area GOP lawmakers warn Virginia session bills could hurt local business
Republican lawmakers from the Lynchburg area said they are concerned about what they called anti-business policies.
This Week in Politics: Partial Government Shutdown, TSA and DHS Disputes
The current partial government shutdown, prolonged by continued disputes among lawmakers regarding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), marked its 47th day today, becoming the longest shutdown of any kind in the nation’s nearly 250-year history. While many federal agencies and departments have remained funded and operational throughout the shutdown, lawmakers have failed to approve...
Kansas creates new sports authority to oversee multibillion dollar stadium deal for Chiefs
The agreement between the Kansas City Chiefs and the state of Kansas to build a new $3 billion domed football stadium, headquarters, training facility and entertainment district could be the largest stadium deal in American history, and most Kansas lawmakers agreed last week to establish a sports authority board to oversee the project.
Georgia lawmakers tackle childhood literacy as session nears end
Georgia lawmakers have made progress on issues like property tax relief and childhood literacy, but there’s still plenty of work to be done before they adjourn Thursday.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Are Talking the Talk on Data Center Regulations. But Will They Walk?
As public opposition to AI data center development ratchets up in Pennsylvania, politicians are promising to protect local communities. Whether the state’s fractious politics can deliver is another question.
Manhattan DA pushes state lawmakers for tougher 3D-printed gun laws
The top Manhattan prosecutor is supporting Gov. Kathy Hochul’s effort to crack down on both 3D-printed ghost guns and 3D-printed auto sears.
Legislators plan to learn about Native American health care, emergency services, disability care
South Dakota lawmakers plan to learn more about emergency medical services, Native American health care, and services for disabled people ahead of the next legislative session.
Spanberger signs first wave of bills targeting health care, housing and energy cost
Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed the first batch of bills passed by state lawmakers before they adjourned in mid-March, advancing measures on health care, housing and energy affordability.
'I didn't know we had one': Some lawmakers unaware of airline perks
Delta Airlines announced it was suspending a special service for members of Congress during the partial government shutdown.
Lindsey Graham, Disney World and the curse of spring break in a shutdown
As President Donald Trump mulls calling Congress back into session to end the DHS shutdown, lawmakers' vacations are coming under scrutiny.
New York lawmakers pass state budget extender through April 7
This will ensure the Legislature won’t have to return to Albany until after the Easter weekend.
TMZ Sics Its Tipsters on a New Breed of Celebrity Villain: Members of Congress
After lawmakers left Washington for a two-week spring break with the Department of Homeland Security shut down, the Hollywood tabloid began publishing photographs of them living it up around the country.
TMZ tracks US lawmakers vacationing amid the partial government shutdown
Tabloid outlet has covered Republicans and Democrats relaxing at places like Disney World as shutdown drags on
Kansas might serve alcohol 23/7 to boost business from World Cup partiers
A bill approved by lawmakers and headed to the governor would allow 23-hour alcohol sales for a limited time during the World Cup this summer.
1% of health insurance tax could fund medical education amid Idaho doctor shortage
Idaho lawmakers are moving forward with a plan to create a dedicated funding stream for medical education as the state faces a doctor shortage.Senate Bill 1420
Progressive groups in Maine push for wealth taxes
On Friday, a coalition of 21 business groups, led by the Maine Association of Realtors, said they are urging lawmakers to reject the 2% tax on incomes over $1 million and a measure to increase taxes on individual high earners.
Democrats Examine Elon Musk’s Role in Suspension of Business Disclosure Law
Lawmakers have asked the Treasury Department for information on how Mr. Musk may have influenced the decision to end enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act.
AI regulation clashing with business lobby in Louisiana
Louisiana lawmakers have filed over 20 AI bills, but broader regulatory efforts face resistance from business groups and federal warnings.
Denmark’s politics is all a bit chaotic right now – but Danes like it that way
Following last week’s general elections, Danish lawmakers are locked in the routine negotiations that come with forming a coalition government....
Assemblyman Josh Hoover says Capitol Annex project leaders are hiding information from lawmakers
California Republican Assemblyman Josh Hoover says some state lawmakers like him are getting little to no information on the Capitol Annex Project and how much it could cost taxpayers.
Georgia politics: Special elections, departures shape political landscape
Georgia lawmakers are rushing to pass bills before the end of the session, while election season is heating up with debates and special elections, and some lawmakers are choosing to step down from their positions.
Representative Bratten Discusses Wyoming Business Council
Leading up to the 2026 Budget Session of the Wyoming Legislature, there was a lot of discussion about dissolving the Wyoming Business Council. Lawmakers ultimately chose not to disband the economic agency. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has more. The Wyoming Legislature agreed to fund the Wyoming Business Council for a year with the stipulation that […]
US lawmakers say they'll visit Taiwan before Trump's summit with China's Xi
A bipartisan group of senators has plans to visit Taiwan, Japan and South Korea
4 weeks in, Trump’s conflicting signals on Iran war frustrate GOP lawmakers and political allies
President Donald Trump’s conflicting signals over the future of the war in Iran have spurred deepening frustration among GOP lawmakers and allies who fear the administration still lacks a clear endgame after four weeks of fighting.
Trump wants a deadlocked Congress to move on AI. Frustrated states say they already have
State lawmakers have been stepping in to regulate artificial intelligence, clashing with the federal government's inaction as concerns about oversight and safety grow.
With Hochul and lawmakers poised for a late budget, will it matter in November?
Both a Democratic and Republican strategist told Spectrum News 1 the governor's budget messaging is working in her favor.
Minnesota lawmakers head for a short break, legislation continues to backlog in the House
MPR News host Clay Masters and the politics team recap a week in state politics.
Big tech spends more than ever to shape California politics
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It’s the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
DHS funding bill moves to House after early morning passage in Senate
Lawmakers have felt pressured to make a deal because of lengthy security checkpoint delays at some airports.
Tech giants are spending more than ever to shape California politics. See how much
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It's the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
One Republican Farmer in Wisconsin Is Bitter Over Trump’s Deportations
For 20 years, Tim O’Harrow has asked lawmakers to acknowledge that America’s food supply depends on immigrants. Politics went in the other direction.
'That money was earned': Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick counsel pushes back on allegations of siphoning money to campaign
But a bipartisan panel of lawmakers said much of defense at House Ethics trial 'strained credibility.'
Senate reaches a deal to fund most of DHS
The partial shutdown began at midnight on February 14 after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement over funding the Department of Homeland Security.
World Trade Center Health Program will start hiring, federal officials tell lawmakers
The program, which serves about 140,000 people sickened by exposure to the Sept. 11, 2001, attack sites, has been grappling with staff shortages.
Federal judge upholds North Carolina photo voter ID mandate in win for GOP lawmakers
North Carolina’s photo voter identification law was upheld on Thursday, as a federal judge set aside arguments by civil rights groups that Republicans enacted the requirement with discriminatory intent against Black and Latino voters.
Democratic lawmakers highlight pay gap; business group raises concerns on wage transparency bill
Democratic lawmakers marked Equal Pay Day on Thursday by highlighting persistent wage disparities in Connecticut while backing legislation that would require employers to disclose salary ranges and benefits in job postings.
Prediction market bets on sports, election, war would be verboten under new legislation
Lawmakers have introduced a flurry of measures to rein-in prediction markets in recent weeks, as the platforms have come under increased scrutiny.
Menopause hormone therapy treatments would be covered by health insurance under Ohio bill
Ohio Democratic lawmakers want menopause hormone therapy treatments covered by health insurance and Medicaid.
GOP lawmakers vent frustration over Trump administration’s lack of info on Iran war
A key group of House Republicans are growing increasingly wary of the US war with Iran after a briefing with Department of Defense officials on Wednesday left some unsatisfied with what they were told about the objectives and length of the war effort.
New bill could shield small business payroll cash, curb bank runs and aid community banks
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced legislation that would expand federal deposit insurance coverage for certain bank accounts.
Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders push bill to impose AI data center moratorium
A bill introduced by two high-profile progressive lawmakers would pause new data centers in the United States until national safeguards are in place to protect workers and consumers and ensure the technologies don’t harm the environment.
Lawmakers Say Political Fears Stand in Way of ICE Deal
Democrats pointed to President Trump’s sway, while Republicans decried Democrats’ ‘radical base.’
Lawmakers ramp up fight against sports betting on prediction markets
The political battle over sports betting on prediction markets is heating up as professional leagues dive deeper into the national gambling frenzy. Lawmakers in both parties are attempting to stifl…
Fix the process before reauthorizing state PUC
What needs to be fixed before reauthorizing the Public Utilities Commission? The answer is simple: the process. The last time the commission was reauthorized in 2021, lawmakers expanded its role in meaningful ways — particularly as Colorado accelerated its clean energy transition. The PUC was asked to do more, to carry more and to implement […]
KY leader testifies in support of bill to expand Mammoth Cave National Park
Two Kentucky lawmakers on Capitol Hill are pushing to expand the sprawling park through legislation.
Julio Fuentes: Florida amends SB 1760 to protect access to lower-cost drugs
Lawmakers preserve competition to keep prescription drugs affordable for Floridians
Leveraging storytelling in politics
Community college marketing and communications staff play a key role in providing the visuals and storytelling in a college's efforts to educate and influence lawmakers and other stakeholders. That...
Dimon warns on AI job losses, calls for government-business incentives
The potential AI-related disruption of the job market is a critical issue in Washington, with lawmakers trying to curb the amount of job displacement.
Delta suspends VIP services for Congress members amid DHS shutdown, TSA delays
Delta suspended VIP congressional services amid the government shutdown, telling lawmakers they'll be treated like regular travelers by SkyMiles status.
The WA lawmakers retiring or seeking another office
Washington state lawmakers are leaving Olympia — retiring, chasing a seat in Congress or eyeing county office — in a wave of departures.
WATCH LIVE: Senate meets as lawmakers consider deal to fund Homeland Security
CT bill seeks to reduce business tax on energy, boost state tourism and international trade
State lawmakers are considering a wide-ranging proposal aimed at reducing business costs, increasing municipal revenue and expanding international trade.
Lawmakers weighed Wyoming Health Department budget cuts. They never came.
by Maggie Mullen, WyoFile After the Wyoming Freedom Caucus told voters last year it aimed to “DOGE” the state’s next two-year budget by
Iowa lawmakers OK conscience bill letting health workers deny services
Health care providers and institutions may decline services that violate their conscience under a bill headed to Gov. Kim Reynolds' desk.
On 16th anniversary of Affordable Care Act, Va.'s federal lawmakers and health leaders weigh risks
Virginia's Democratic federal lawmakers and health care providers met in Hampton Roads to discuss lapsed parts of the ACA program and steep cuts to Medicaid funding.
Online gambling is big business in Colorado. Lawmakers want to change that
Data is scarce, but concerns about problem betting are driving proposed new restrictions on the lottery’s plans and sportsbooks on your phone.
SC bill looks to put more money in the pockets of at-home health workers
SC lawmakers will hear a bill that looks to increase take-home pay for at-home health care workers in the state.
Colorado Sen. Mike Weissman calls for cold water on heated hate speech
Likening the recent record-setting warm temperatures to hot political rhetoric, Colorado Sen. Mike Weissman, D-Aurora, pleaded for an end to death threats and other hate speech directed at lawmakers of both parties. “The increasingly tragic reality of our politics, however, like the increasingly tragic reality of our climate, is one of combustibility,” Weissman said from the well […]
AI attack ads are hitting Massachusetts political campaigns
Lawmakers are considering new legislation to regulate the use of AI in political advertising. Have you spotted them?
Data centers under scrutiny by California lawmakers as fears rise about health and energy impacts
Due to health and energy concerns, the California Legislature is considering bills to prohibit data centers from being exempted from the state's stringent environmental law and impose new tariffs on new major energy users that strain power supplies.
Exclusive | Lawmakers to Introduce Bipartisan Bill Banning Sports Bets on Prediction Markets
A bipartisan pair of U.S. senators are introducing legislation to prohibit CFTC-regulated entities from listing contracts related to sporting events.
State lawmakers debate new round of business tax cuts
Rep. Joe Sweeney, R-Salem, and Sen. Donovan Fenton, D-Keene, discussed their support and opposition to House Bill 155, which would reduce the business enterprise tax from 0.55% to 0.50%.
Simona Martin: Colorado’s data center boom needs public health guardrails
As AI infrastructure expands across the state, lawmakers face a choice about who bears the costs and risks.
Student researchers bring Kentucky State University science to Posters-at-the-Capitol
With lawmakers just steps away, three Kentucky State University undergraduates presented research on cattle health, soil amendments and food safety at the Capitol Annex on March 5, bringing student-led agricultural […]
Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo says César Chávez allegations are "just the tip of the iceberg"
California lawmakers this upcoming week are set to move quickly to rename César Chávez Day to Farmworkers Day ahead of the holiday that takes place every year on March 31.
Colorado lawmakers can pass “Alyssa’s Act” to help coaches and parents monitor mental health (Opinion)
In 2019, we lost Alyssa after she struggled with her mental health following a series of concussions. We later learned that concussions can be linked to serious mental health challenges and an increase in suicide, especially in young people.
Politics: Iowa Senate majority leader outlines plans for coming weeks
Second funnel week concluded in the Iowa Legislature, meaning that lawmakers’ focus can return to funding, appropriations and other types of specific bills that don’t respond to the Legislature’s self-imposed
Here’s how Va. lawmakers suggest the next state budget handle federal health care funding fallout
Spanberger will mull theirs and former Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s budget proposals ahead of a reconvened session on April 23.
List: The 6 bills that lawmakers have proposed on prediction markets
From banning lawmakers from Polymarket and Kalshi, to getting rid of sports trading, lawmakers have a variety of proposals for prediction markets.
Here’s how Va. lawmakers suggest the next state budget handle federal health care funding fallout
More than 2 million Virginians rely on state social services like Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, while about 400,000 Virginians get their health insurance through the state marketplace.
Democrats Demand Answers on Jared Kushner’s Mideast Business Dealings
Two prominent lawmakers wrote to the White House and Mr. Kushner after The New York Times revealed private fund-raising efforts by President Trump’s envoy in the region.
Huge Trump Iran war funding request faces stiff opposition in Congress
Lawmakers estimated the war is costing $1 billion to $2 billion per day.
Florida GOP’s divisions, cancel culture and Alligator Alcatraz: IFP
Turns out Florida state lawmakers can't approve budget, but they do like cancel culture. And how much has the state spent on Alligator Alcatraz?
Cracks emerge in GOP over Iran war cost as administration floats more than $200B request to Congress
Cracks are emerging among congressional Republicans over the Iran war with key lawmakers skeptical about spending hundreds of billions of dollars to prolong the conflict and several refusing to support any money without a clear White House strategy.
Will Iowa lawmakers reach a property tax deal before session adjourns?
Iowa lawmakers and Gov. Kim Reynolds are still working to \
Opinion: The dirty politics behind Judge Torgerson’s censure
Doug McMurdo: If Utah lawmakers were really worried about “the children,” where was their outrage when Stuart Adams ushered in a change to Utah’s statutory sexual assault law to protect a relative? It’s hypocrisy, plain and simple.
Kansas bill could change rules for home-based businesses
Kansas lawmakers are debating HB 2343, a bill that would limit local regulation of home-based businesses, sparking debate over local control.
Texas GOP lawmakers head to Washington for White House meeting
The visit comes as the Trump administration is trying to find ways to reduce costs on American families ahead of the midterms.
Frustrated Democrats walk out of tense Epstein briefing with Bondi and Blanche on Capitol Hill
When Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche arrived on Capitol Hill Wednesday afternoon, they hoped to boost members’ confidence on their handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Within half an hour, Democratic lawmakers had walked out.