New Jersey Dems’ Voting Reform Bill Clears Key Hurdle After Heated Split Votes in Legislature

Trenton, NJ – A sweeping New Jersey voting rights and election reform bill moved forward in the Legislature after sharp partisan divisions emerged over a proposal supporters call a major expansion of…

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New Jersey’s Legislature Wants to Completely Overhaul the State’s Election System

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly committee advanced sweeping election legislation Thursday that would create a new independent Division of Voting Rights, expand protections for voters, and give the state broader…

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Virginia Assault Weapons Ban Heads to Governor’s Desk After Passing Legislature

The bill would prohibit the sale and transfer of assault firearms and large-capacity magazines, with violations punishable as misdemeanors. Richmond, VA – A controversial firearms bill banning the sale and transfer of…

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Immigrant SNAP Benefits for All Bill Advances in New York Legislature

ALBANY, NY – A proposal known as the “SNAP for All Act” (A06632), sponsored by Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas, is advancing in the New York State Legislature. The bill would create a state-funded…

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Virginia legislature moves to decriminalize suicide

Virginia lawmakers move to abolish the common-law crime of suicide RICHMOND, VA – A new proposal before the Virginia General Assembly would formally abolish the centuries-old common-law classification of suicide as a…

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Vice mayor seeks DOJ probe as Purcellville power struggle spills into Virginia legislature

Nett issued a formal response to House Bill 505, introduced by Delegate John McAuliff, arguing the measure would overturn existing state law and prevent large numbers of Virginians from participating in local…

NJ legislature designates March 30 as Menstrual Toxic Shock Syndrome Awareness Day

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Assembly Health Committee has approved a measure to raise public awareness about menstrual toxic shock syndrome, designating March 30 each year as “Menstrual Toxic Shock Syndrome…

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New Jersey Migrant Sanctuary Bill Advances in Legislature

TRENTON, N.J. – A New Jersey Senate committee has advanced legislation that would require the state Attorney General to develop model policies governing how state and local agencies interact with federal civil…

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Trenton Dems Let Life in Prison Bill for Teen Murders Stall in Legislature

TRENTON — A proposed New Jersey law that would mandate life imprisonment without parole for anyone convicted of murdering a child under the age of 16 has not advanced since its introduction…

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New Jersey lawmaker pleads to Dem legislature to restore Phil Murphy’s latest devastating school funding cut

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan O’Scanlon on Thursday called on Democratic leadership in the New Jersey Senate to advance legislation and a budget resolution that would restore $45…

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Maryland officials urge action on school safety transfer rule as legislature delays vote

BALTIMORE — The Maryland State Board of Education and State Superintendent Dr. Carey M. Wright expressed concern Thursday after lawmakers declined to vote on an emergency regulation aimed at strengthening communication regarding…

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New Jersey Legislature Pushes for August as Black Business Month

Trenton, NJ – The Senate Commerce Committee endorsed a resolution sponsored by Senator Angela V. McKnight to designate August as “Black Business Month” in New Jersey. Senator McKnight emphasized the vital role…

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Kansas Legislature Passes Bill Banning Chinese Land Purchases Near Military Sites After DCNF Investigation

The Kansas legislature passed a bill Tuesday that will prevent companies from China or other adversarial countries from buying land near military sites. The state House passed SB 172 by an 86-39…

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Kansas Legislature Overrides Dem Gov’s Veto, Approves Millions To Help Texas Fight Illegal Immigration

Republicans in Kansas mustered supermajority votes to override their governor’s veto of millions earmarked for deployment of national guard troops to the southern border. GOP lawmakers in the Kansas house and senate…

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‘ACT IMMEDIATELY’: Trump Pressures Arizona Legislature To ‘Remedy’ Abortion Law

Former President Donald Trump pressured the Arizona legislature and governor Friday to reverse a Tuesday ruling by the state’s Supreme Court to uphold a centuries-old ban on most abortions. A four-justice majority…

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New Jersey Legislature Moves to Lift Limit on Beaver Trapping Permits

TRENTON, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature proposes significant changes to the state’s wildlife management regulations, specifically targeting the regulation of beaver trapping. The legislation aims to…

New Jersey Legislature Passes New Gas Tax, EV Tax

TRENTON, NJ — In response to the recent legislative action increasing the gas tax and introducing a new fee for electric vehicles (EVs), Jim Appleton, President of the New Jersey Coalition of…

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Wisconsin Legislature Passes Bill Banning Men From Women’s Sports

Wisconsin Legislature Passes Bill Banning Men From Women’s Sports Kate Anderson on March 12, 2024 The Wisconsin Senate passed a bill banning biological males from women’s sports Tuesday and sent the legislation…

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Registered Nurse License Plates Considered in New Jersey Legislature

Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Senate Transportation Committee has favorably advanced Senate Bill No. 781, complete with committee amendments. This legislation, poised to make a significant impact on the state’s motor…

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New Jersey Casinos Could Be Smoke Free Under New Bill in Trenton Legislature

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Senator Vince Polistina (R-02) has announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at protecting casino workers from secondhand smoke exposure. This move comes after S-264, a bill…

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