Illinois Rainy Day Fund grows
As spring session winds down, Illinois legislators have yet to present a budget
(The Center Square) – With Friday being the last scheduled day for the spring session at the Illinois Statehouse, lawmakers have yet to reveal a state budget for taxpayers to
‘Ambitious’ Biden regulation would 'force' most Americans out of gas cars, critics say
(The Center Square) – Will the Biden administration’s latest energy regulations force Americans out of gas vehicles and into more expensive electric cars? Lawmakers in the U.S. House held a
Last Call for 5.17.23 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics
A digest of the day’s politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
School choice for all families passes House, heads to Senate
(The Center Square) – Senators in North Carolina are next up for legislation to fund students over school systems.
Illinois bill advances that would prohibit gun industry from marketing to kids
(The Center Square) – A measure allowing gun manufacturers and others associated with the industry to be sued using consumer fraud and deceptive practices allegations is closer to the governor.
Tacoma signs off on $300,000 for youth summer programs amidst youth gun violence
(The Center Square) – The Tacoma City Council has adopted a resolution that will provide $300,000 for youth programs to reduce youth gun violence in the city.
Fernandina Beach panel debates rehiring former City Manager
Most panel members felt it was time to move on.
Key Donald Trump attorney says he’s departing legal team as Mar-a-Lago probe intensifies
He said it has nothing to do with Trump and isn’t a reflection of his views of the investigation.
Fraud report: $38 million in pandemic relief aid sent to dead people
(The Center Square) – Data scientists from the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee identified nearly $38 million in potentially improper or fraudulent pandemic loans were obtained using Social Security Numbers of
Gov. DeSantis announces 4 judicial appointments in Broward, Palm Beach
The latest judicial picks hail from governmental roles.
E-Verify bill stalls in Texas Senate after similar measure signed into law in Florida
(The Center Square) – The two largest red states whose Republican-controlled legislatures have convened at the same time have had different results so far on similarly proposed legislation. From property
Diagnosis for 5.17.23: Checking the pulse of Florida health care news and policy
It’s time again to check the pulse — of Florida’s health care policy and politics.
‘Workable solution’: WA lawmakers relieved at passage of new drug possession law
(The Center Square) – Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle expressed relief after the Washington State Legislature on Tuesday passed a bill setting sanctions for drug possession in the
Shop the best early Memorial Day appliance sales at Home Depot, Lowe's and Best Buy
Celebrate Memorial Day 2023 with these early appliance sales on refrigerators, microwaves, washers and dryers available now.
Trust in Supreme Court fell to lowest point in 50 years after abortion decision, poll shows
Just 18% of Americans said they have a great deal of confidence in the court.
Conference committee releases proposed budget; hinges on property tax relief, education funding
(The Center Square) – Nearly a month ago, legislative budget conferees from both chambers first convened vowing to participate in “an amicable process that will lead to a strong state
Ashley Moody rejects 'untrue' claim that Ron DeSantis is a 'White supremacist'
The AG rebutted a claim from radio personality Charlamagne tha God.
PEN America, Penguin Random House sue Escambia County School District over book bans
‘In a nation built on free speech, this cannot stand.’