March 14, 2023 Arkansas Gov. Sanders signs trans care malpractice bill into law Gov. Sanders signed a bill to make it easier to sue providers of gender-affirming care for minors. This law allows the recipient to file a lawsuit against the doctor up to 15 years after.
March 13, 2023 North Carolina lawmakers will defend abortion pill restrictions in federal court A North Carolina judge granted a request allowing state lawmakers to defend laws regarding abortion pills. The request was made by House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger.
March 10, 2023 West Virginia lawmakers approve hospital expansion rule changes West Virginia lawmakers approved a bill that says hospitals wouldn't need to undergo a review process to improve or add services. Some lawmakers argue this bill will be expensive.
March 10, 2023 West Virginia senator who interrupted session removed A West Virginia senator who interrupted the chamber president's explanation of legislation was removed on Friday. The decision was made after the Senate went into a brief recess.
March 10, 2023 North Carolina bill in favor of tougher riot punishments awaits governor's signature A North Carolina bill approving more severe punishments for rioters heads to the desk of Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, who vetoed a similar measure in 2021 after deeming it "unnecessary."
March 9, 2023 Alaska governor proposes limits on sex education, teacher bonuses The governor of Alaska has proposed a bill which puts limits on sex education and teacher bonuses. This bill will require permission from parents for students to change their pronouns.
March 8, 2023 Alaskan lawmakers reject pay hikes for state governor, top leaders Alaskan lawmakers rejected a proposal that would raise pay for the state's governor and top leaders. Officials suggested the increase due to salaries not keeping up with inflation.
March 7, 2023 Mississippi opal gains status as state symbol under new law The Mississippi opal has gained status as the state's gemstone under a new law. The measure received unanimous support from lawmakers in the state House and Senate.
March 7, 2023 Maryland bill enabling attorney general to prosecute police advances A bill advanced Tuesday that will enable Maryland's Attorney General to prosecute the police while investigating deaths, or injuries that resulted in death.
March 7, 2023 Wake County, NC commissioners reach compromise on election bill The Wake County commissioners have reached a compromise regarding an elections bill. This bill would change the way commissioners are elected in the state’s most populous county.