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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.

South Dakota February 13, 2024

South Dakota Gov. Noem fills 2 legislative seats after state Supreme Court ruling on conflicts of interest

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has filled two legislative seats that had been vacant, one of which had been empty for months, after a ruling by the state Supreme Court.

Kentucky February 13, 2024

Kentucky proposal to freeze property tax for older homeowners clears Senate

A proposal to freeze the property taxes of Kentucky residents age 65 and older who own their home and reside there was passed by the state Senate.

Minnesota February 13, 2024

Minnesota Legislature poised to amend rule limiting law enforcement in schools

The Minnesota Legislature convened on Monday with a focus on addressing a law from the previous year that restricted police powers in schools, officials say.

Arizona February 13, 2024

AZ Republicans sue over Biden’s creation of new national monument near Grand Canyon, limiting mining

Arizona's top two Republicans say Biden exceeded his authority in designating the new monument, which will preserve land around the Grand Canyon and limit the area from mining.

Virginia February 12, 2024

'Make it quick!' Virginia legislature's short time limit for public comments leaves some feeling disrespected

The time limits on public comments during Virginia's legislative sessions causes some citizens to feel ignored, even as lawmakers agree that there must be some type of time management.

Georgia February 12, 2024

Plans for mine near Georgia wildlife refuge proceed, environmentalists call it a 'death warrant'

Twin Pines Minerals' planned mine near the edge of the Okefenokee Swamp is nearing approval by Georgia regulators, despite concerns it could damage the swamp.

New Mexico February 12, 2024

New Mexico legislators consider how to use multibillion-dollar oil surplus as spending plan advances

New Mexico lawmakers advanced a budget proposal that would set aside money for long term investments, opening a literacy institute, and compensate farmers when wolves kill livestock.