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New federal fraud, money laundering charges against Tennessee state senator
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Justice announced two new federal charges Tuesday against Tennessee state Sen. Katrina…
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Bill would require New Jersey tourism department to produce promotional videos
(The Center Square) – A New Jersey assemblyman wants the state tourism department to step up its promotion of the…
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North Carolina AG urges lawmakers to use $13.4M from Dish Network settlement for internet expansion
(The Center Square) – North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has called on lawmakers to use $13.4 million won in…
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Constitutional amendment sought for Maine’s ranked-choice voting
(The Center Square) – Mainers have used ranked choice voting in federal elections but can’t use it for state races…
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Report: Nevada gets ‘red’ rating for lagging roadway safety laws
(The Center Square) — Nevada’s roadway safety laws are lagging dangerously below recommended standards, according to a recent report. Advocates…
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Washington state Democrats renew efforts to pass a capital gains tax despite likely uphill legal battle
(The Center Square) — Washington is one of nine states to lack a capital gains tax that courts have ruled…
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New Mexico sees second worst job losses over last year
(The Center Square) – New Mexico retained its ranking as one of the states with the biggest year- over-year increases…
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Op-Ed: 2009 redux? Biden cites ‘urgent’ need for his $1.9 trillion stimulus
The economy was bad, and the White House planned to go big. On the day the mammoth $800 billion Recovery…
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Wisconsin Republicans tired of excuses over coronavirus vaccine rollout
(The Center Square) – When can people in Wisconsin expect to get the coronavirus vaccine? Republicans at the Wisconsin Capitol…
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Illinois lawmaker considers sending Pritzker a message with agency cuts to get answers on unemployment issues
(The Center Square) – A state lawmaker said the Illinois legislature might have to flex its appropriations muscle to get…
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Amid heightened atmosphere, New York legislators consider election reform bills
(The Center Square) – While it is a solidly blue state, New York lawmakers in both chambers of the Legislature…
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WILL: Let state courts decide Wisconsin political maps
(The Center Square) – On Thursday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court heard arguments from the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty,…
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Committees get first look at Florida budget projections, 2021 session bills
(The Center Square) – With preliminary legislative committee meetings underway in Tallahassee, it’s clear a theme of the 2021 legislative…
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Colorado General Assembly convenes for quick three-day session before adjournment
(The Center Square) – The Colorado General Assembly began the 2021 legislative session on Wednesday, swearing in new members, taking…
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New Jersey lawmakers advance bills aiming to help struggling restaurants
(The Center Square) – The Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee agreed to two bills Wednesday that look to establish…
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Schatz: Missouri gas tax hike long overdue, vital for post-pandemic recovery
(The Center Square) — Missouri has the nation’s seventh-largest road system but ranks 45th in road funding, according to Missouri…
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Illinois lawmakers pass legislation to cap payday loans, make it easier for those with convictions to get jobs
(The Center Square) – Illinois lawmakers have approved a sweeping bill aimed at narrowing economic disparities affecting Black and brown…
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Trump impeached for second time in 13 months
(The Center Square) – The U.S. House of Representatives voted Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump over comments he made…
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Senate committee warned Florida taxpayers at risk unless state helps private property insurers
(The Center Square) – Florida’s 6.2 million homeowners face significant rate increases from ballooning reinsurance costs, 2017-18 hurricane loss creep,…
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House Republicans pitch ethics, lame-duck reform to kick off 101st Legislative session
(The Center Square) – On Wednesday, Michigan House Republicans kicked off the 101st legislative session by introducing a bill that…
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Op-Ed: Why ex-offenders deserve a fresh start in 2021
New Year’s Day is a time for fresh starts, but California lawmakers will not let seasonal firefighter Fernando Herrera turn…
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Florida officials say they’re ready if Tallahassee Trump rallies get violent
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump supporters are expected to rally in Tallahassee against President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, but…
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Advisory committee to push for more pension reserves for North Carolina state workers
(The Center Square) – Members of the Debt Affordability Advisory Committee plan to ask lawmakers to set aside more funding…
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Illinois lawmakers move on at-home liquor delivery
Illinoisans are closer at-home liquor delivery after state lawmakers made legislation allowing it one of the first measures considered in…
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Maine lawmakers push for new utility shut-off ban
(The Center Square) – Maine lawmakers are pushing for another statewide ban on disconnecting service to utility customers who can’t…
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