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New Mexico February 15, 2024

New Mexico House rejects paid family leave expansion, considers political deepfake regulation

NM's Democrat-led House of Representatives has rejected a bill that would have expanded medical leave as they rush to finish work before the end of a 30-day legislative session

Alabama February 15, 2024

After LGBTQ lecture, Alabama Senate votes for more oversight of Department of Archives and History

The Alabama Senate voted to put a politically appointed board in charge of the state Department of Archives and History after the department hosted a lecture on LGBTQ history.

Police and Law Enforcement February 15, 2024

6 US states consider harsher penalties for harming police K9 dogs

Lawmakers in at least six states are considering raising penalties for harming or killing police dogs despite questions about how the animals are used.

Georgia February 14, 2024

Georgia bill would require private schools to get parents' approval before 'addressing gender identity' issues

A proposal that would stop private school teachers from talking about gender identity with students without parental permission passed out of Senate committee.

Alabama February 14, 2024

AL Republicans aim to curb absentee ballot applications, Democrats say it discourages voting

AL lawmakers voted to advance legislation that would restrict who is allowed to assist someone with absentee ballot applications. The vote broke down along party lines.

Alabama February 14, 2024

Alabama lottery, casino bill faces first hurdle as GOP aims to get it before voters this fall

A proposal to allow sports betting, a lottery, and up to ten casinos in AL will be voted on by a House committee. If it passes, it could be up for a full House vote this week.

Kentucky February 14, 2024

Kentucky Senate approves bill to curb DEI initiatives at public universities

The KY Senate passed a Republican-backed bill that would limit diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at Kentucky's public colleges and universities.

Virginia February 14, 2024

Virginia paves the way for marijuana sales, assisted suicide as Assembly deadline looms

Virginia legislators addressed hundreds of bills as the deadline by which all legislation except budget bills must clear its originating chamber arrived.

Virginia February 14, 2024

Virginia advances bill that would enable DACA recipients to become police officers

Virginia State Sen. Jeremy McPike is the lead sponsor of a bill that would allow DACA recipients to become eligible for jobs in law enforcement.

North Carolina February 13, 2024

North Carolina Gov. Cooper signs executive order to conserve 1M acres of forests and wetlands

NC Gov. Cooper signed an executive order that sets targets to conserve and restore millions of acres of forests and wetlands and plant 1 million new trees in urban areas by 2040.

Wisconsin February 13, 2024

Wisconsin's GOP-led Legislature makes second attempt to draw maps before Supreme Court does

Wisconsin's Republican-controlled Senate is attempting to pass a new legislative map before the liberal-controlled state Supreme Court does, officials say.