May 16, 2023 South Carolina House Democrats file 1,000 amendments to stop 6-week abortion ban Democrats in the South Carolina House have introduced hundreds of amendments in an effort to prolong debate on a bill that prohibits abortion once a fetal heartbeat is detected.
May 12, 2023 Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signs bills to aid veterans Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed legislation Friday that will help veterans, offer tax relief on retirement income. The bills were signed in a hangar at Martin State Airport.
May 3, 2023 Hundreds of pro-lifers dominate marathon all-night hearing on Maine's no-limits abortion law Hundreds of pro-life residents of Maine testified against legislation proposed by Democratic Governor Janet Mills that seeks to expand abortion access past fetal viability.
May 3, 2023 New Mexico delegates renew push for broader protection at Chaco National Park New Mexico delegates renewed a push for broader protection for the Chaco Culture National Historical Park. The legislation will provide a 10-mile buffer around the national park.
May 3, 2023 Georgia Gov. Kemp signs bill to ban outside election funds Georgia Gov. Kemp signed a bill that would ban funding for elections from outside groups. The state will still allow contributions to the federal or state government.
May 3, 2023 Missouri Gov. Parson plays key role in bill seeking control of policing, prosecution Missouri's governor is playing a major role in a bill that would give the state greater control over policing and prosecution. The GOP-led bill is seen as a way to fight crime in St. Louis.
May 2, 2023 North Carolina AG urges public safety, law enforcement bills North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein called for passage of a package of bills involving public safety and law enforcement. The bills would tackle gun violence and the opioid crisis.
May 1, 2023 Mexico's Senate approves reform of mining laws, 17 bills signed into law Mexico's Senate approved a reform of laws governing the mining industry, which also includes a requirement that companies will pay 5% of the profits to local communities.
April 28, 2023 North Dakota legislature approves bill allowing teachers to ignore students' preferred pronouns North Dakota lawmakers approve a bill allowing teachers and government employees to ignore preferred pronouns. It also requires teachers to notify parents if a student is transgender.
April 28, 2023 North Dakota governor vetoes bill requiring librarians to screen sexually explicit material from kids Doug Burgum, the governor of North Dakota, vetoed a bill that would've required librarians to screen sexually explicit materials from children.