New Wisconsin Sec. of State expresses surprise at appointment
Democratic Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski said she was caught off guard by Gov. Tony Evers' decision to appoint her to her new post.
Missouri Legislature latest to join tax relief bandwagon
Missouri has passed its second tax cut in the past six months, joining a slew of other states that have seen sweeping tax reductions for individuals and corporations.
Massachusetts Gov. Healey proposes statewide missing persons unit
Democratic Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has proposed a new statewide unit to boost law enforcement's efficiency in missing persons cases.
Wisconsin Gov. Evers announces additional spending for veterans’ education, mental health
Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has announced the incorporation of further spending on veterans' educational and mental health programs into his proposed 2023-25 budget.
Virginia GOP star vows to end Democrat ‘roadblock’ of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s agenda
Republican Virginia Delegate and state Senate candidate Emily Brewer has is vowing to end Democrats' roadblock of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's agenda.
Georgia lawmakers seek to punish prosecutors who refuse to charge people accused of misdemeanors
Georgia has introduced two bills aimed at state prosecutors who refuse to charge entire categories of crimes, including low-level cannabis possession.
Indiana Gov. Holcomb’s public health expansion passes legislative panel
Republican Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb's proposal for a statewide expansion of county-level public health programs was approved by the Senate health committee today.
DE governor says appointing only people affiliated with major political parties to courts is unconstitutional
Delaware Gov. John Carney agreed that the “major political party” restriction is unconstitutional, because the restriction does not allow unaffiliated voters to serve on state courts.
South Dakota legislature considering $220 million infrastructure package
The South Dakota state legislature is preparing for a final vote on a $220 million spending package dedicated to housing and water infrastructure.