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Kentucky March 29, 2024

Kentucky lawmakers approve bill to fill Senate vacancy by special election rather than by Democratic governor

Kentucky lawmakers have approved a bill that would cause a state Senate vacancy to be filled by a special election rather than by the choice of the governor.

Georgia March 29, 2024

Georgia immigration bill that would compel law enforcement to work with federal officials goes to Gov. Kemp

Georgia House Bill 1105, which would require local law enforcement officers to work with federal immigration officials, was sent to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk for final approval.

Politics March 28, 2024

State makes retail theft a felony as organized crime proliferates

Kansas joins several other states that have enacted harsher penalties for organized retail crime. The bill still needs the signature of Gov. Laura Kelly.

France March 28, 2024

French lawmakers consider bill that would ban hair discrimination

French lawmakers are discussing a bill to ban discrimination based on hair texture, length, color or style, aiming to support those facing hostility due to their hair.

Politics March 26, 2024

California capital to vote on 'sanctuary city' status for transgender people

California's Capitol will consider a measure on Tuesday that will protect medical professionals who carry out gender transition surgeries on minors.

Tennessee March 26, 2024

Tennessee Senate adds more transparency to bill that would keep tourism records secret for 10 years

The Tennessee Senate added exceptions to a bill that would have allowed public records deemed "sensitive" to be hidden for 10 years. The bill now goes back to the House.

Florida March 26, 2024

Students sue over Florida law limiting research exchanges with China, Iran

Last year, the Florida Legislature passed a law designed to stop foreign governments from influencing the state’s public colleges which is now being challenged in court.

Maryland March 26, 2024

MD Senate panel supports Republican nominee to elections board after previous member charged in Jan. 6 protest

The Maryland Senate Executive Nominations Committee voted to support the nomination of Diane Butler to the State Board of Elections after a previous member resigned.

Washington March 26, 2024

Washington state passes 'strippers' bill of rights' law to create safer conditions for adult entertainers

Washington state has signed legislation know as the strippers' bill of rights into law. The new law aims to create safer working conditions for the adult entertainment industry.

Kansas March 26, 2024

Kansas House now includes lobbyists' names on the bills they request to increase transparency

The Kansas House in January began including the names of lobbyists on the bills they request to increase transparency. No other state legislative chamber does this.

Florida March 25, 2024

Florida Gov Ron DeSantis signs controversial bill to ban social media for children under 14

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill implementing one of the nation's most restrictive social media bans for minors. The bill bans social media for children under 14.