#state-legislation
#state-legislation

NYC parents

Education Department Is Threatening to Cut All Federal Funding for Maine Schools

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com

3 days ago

LGBT

Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors, big loss for transgender rights

more#transgender-rights

fromFingerlakes1.com

4 days ago

Bill to create NY Holocaust memorial heads to governor | Fingerlakes1.com

The proposed Holocaust memorial in Albany is poised to be New York's first state-sponsored site to honor Holocaust victims and educate the public.

NYC politics

Montana "Trafficking" Bill Shows Endgame for Abortion Rights Foes

Montana's proposed bill criminalizes transporting minors for abortions, defining the fetus as trafficked, distinguishing it from similar laws in other states.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

1 week ago

Brooklyn

Louisiana lawmakers pass bill targeting out-of-state doctors who prescribe and mail abortion pills

Law

fromSlate Magazine

3 months ago

Montana "Trafficking" Bill Shows Endgame for Abortion Rights Foes

Montana's proposed bill criminalizes transporting minors for abortions, defining the fetus as trafficked, distinguishing it from similar laws in other states.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

1 week ago

Brooklyn

Louisiana lawmakers pass bill targeting out-of-state doctors who prescribe and mail abortion pills

more#reproductive-rights

Alternative medicine

fromArs Technica

1 week ago

False claims that ivermectin treats cancer, COVID leads states to pass OTC laws

Misinformation about ivermectin is influencing patients' treatment choices, leading to serious health risks.

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch

3 weeks ago

Residential Parking Permits Proposed In Parts Of Brooklyn: Report

The proposed bill aims to create a pilot program for residential parking permits in parts of Brooklyn, allowing residents priority in curbside parking while generating funds for the initiative.

NYC politics

Alternative medicine

fromNatural Health News

3 weeks ago

Nebraska makes history as first state to ban soda, energy drinks from food stamps

Nebraska's ban on soda and energy drinks for SNAP purchases signifies a significant health policy change aimed at reducing obesity.

US politics

fromenglish.elpais.com

The safest and most at-risk states for immigrants: A map of U.S. immigration laws

Trump's administration is aggressively pursuing undocumented immigrants, facing obstacles from courts and sanctuary cities.

State cooperation is crucial for Trump's immigration agenda's success.

NYC politics

fromThe Ithaca Voice

What's in the 2025 New York State budget? Here's everything you need to know. - The Ithaca Voice

New York lawmakers passed a historic $254 billion budget, raising some business taxes while delivering rebates and increasing child tax credits.

fromChicago Tribune

1 year ago

Steve Chapman: Here's why we shouldn't deprive transgender kids of medical options

In 2020, not one state prohibited this sort of medical intervention for minors. But since 2021, 23 states have banned it outright.

LGBT

#local-government

fromAdvocate.com

NYC LGBT

Here's how Boise and Salt Lake City will fly Pride flags despite state bans

fromSFGATE

SF politics

These 4 States Might Eliminate Property Taxes

fromAdvocate.com

NYC LGBT

Here's how Boise and Salt Lake City will fly Pride flags despite state bans

fromSFGATE

SF politics

These 4 States Might Eliminate Property Taxes

more#local-government

New Climate Superfund' Laws Face Widening Legal Challenges

Vermont's climate superfund law allows recovery of costs from fossil fuel companies to address climate change, but faces legal challenges from the federal government.

SF politics

Poker

fromNew York Post

Texas Lottery's top executive Ryan Mindell resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifies

Texas Lottery director resigns amid investigation and scrutiny over jackpots and courier ticket sales.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Which are the states with the highest minimum wages?

The patchwork of minimum wage laws across the country reflects the varying economic conditions and political priorities of each state.

Beer

NYC politics

N.Y. Lawmakers Fight Trump With a Proposal Targeting Elon Musk

New York lawmakers are pushing for an audit of the Buffalo Billion project involving Elon Musk's Tesla to ensure compliance with state subsidy agreements.

States Are Racing to Throw Taxpayers' Money Into "Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserves"

State governments are rapidly exploring investments in blockchain and digital assets, despite the associated risks of the volatile crypto market.

fromBitcoin Magazine

Cryptocurrency

Proposed South Carolina Bill Lets State Treasurer Invest 10% Of State Funds In Bitcoin

Cryptocurrency

fromFuturism

4 months ago

States Are Racing to Throw Taxpayers' Money Into "Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserves"

State governments are rapidly exploring investments in blockchain and digital assets, despite the associated risks of the volatile crypto market.

fromBitcoin Magazine

Cryptocurrency

Proposed South Carolina Bill Lets State Treasurer Invest 10% Of State Funds In Bitcoin

more#digital-assets

#housing-policy

fromwww.housingwire.com

7 months ago

Real estate

States are making ADUs easier to build. Now it's up to municipalities to follow suit.

frompadailypost.com

Silicon Valley real estate

Council wants more time before deciding whether to back bill that reins in large Builder's Remedy projects

fromwww.housingwire.com

7 months ago

Real estate

States are making ADUs easier to build. Now it's up to municipalities to follow suit.

frompadailypost.com

Silicon Valley real estate

Council wants more time before deciding whether to back bill that reins in large Builder's Remedy projects

more#housing-policy