Toms River Council Approves Township Budget
On June 30th, Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council presented a budget for 2025 that has a 9% reduction in overall spending while maintaining a zero percent tax increase. The…
North Carolina Legislature Approves Bill Limiting Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation
North Carolina Legislature Approves Bill Limiting Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation Reagan Reese on June 30, 2023 The North Carolina Senate approved a bill Thursday that would prohibit lessons on gender…
Committee Approves Singer Measure that Would Increase Aid for Assisted Living Facilities
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase the Medicaid reimbursement rate for assisted living facilities was advanced today by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.…
Senate Approves Schepisi Bill to Raise Awareness for Victims of Fentanyl Poisoning
Sen. Holly Schepisi's bill that would designate July 14th of each year as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Day was passed by the New Jersey Senate.…
Senate Approves O’Scanlon Bill That Prioritizes School Funding
Sen. Declan O'Scanlon's bill that would exempt certain school districts from state aid cuts was passed by the New Jersey Senate.…
Senate Approves Singer Bill Easing Restrictions for Debt Adjusters
For-profit debt adjusters may soon be eligible to conduct business in New Jersey thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.…
Senate Approves Corrado Measure that Would Cut Government Red Tape for Surviving Spouses
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that allows the surviving spouse of a decedent to use their motor vehicle until the vehicle registration expires.…
Oklahoma Approves Nation’s First Religious Charter School
Oklahoma Approves Nation’s First Religious Charter School Katelynn Richardson on June 5, 2023 Oklahoma approved the nation’s first taxpayer-funded religious charter school during a Oklahoma Statewide Virtual Charter School Board (OSVCSB) meeting…
Senate Approves Stanfield Bill that Would Update Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects
The NJ Senate advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the NJIB.…
Georgia Classifies Old Tires As ‘Biomass’, Approves Burning Them For Fuel
Georgia Classifies Old Tires As ‘Biomass’, Approves Burning Them For Fuel John Hugh DeMastri on May 9, 2023 The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) recently approved rules that allow power companies to…
Toms River approves $18.5 million in new debt to purchase school land, prep Downtown loop
TOMS RIVER, NJ – At a recent meeting of the Toms River Township Council, the township presented a grim scenario for residents. Sell school land for development or cut teachers and programs.…
California School District Approves Curriculum Accusing Israel Of ‘Ethnic Cleansing,’ ‘War Crimes’
California School District Approves Curriculum Accusing Israel Of ‘Ethnic Cleansing,’ ‘War Crimes’ Kate Anderson on April 29, 2023 The Santa Ana Unified School District approved two new curriculums that accuse Israel of…
Toms River council approves $14 million Mo Hill spending bill in 5-2 vote
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township council has approved a $14 million spending bill proposed by Council President Matt Lotano and Mayor Maurice Hill that will pave the way for…
Indiana Legislature Approves Bill To Fund Teacher Firearm Training With Taxpayer Dollars
Indiana Legislature Approves Bill To Fund Teacher Firearm Training With Taxpayer Dollars Reagan Reese on April 19, 2023 The Indiana Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would use taxpayer dollars to…
Virginia Approves New History Standards That Include Lessons On Patriotism, Respecting The Flag
Virginia Approves New History Standards That Include Lessons On Patriotism, Respecting The Flag Reagan Reese on April 20, 2023 The Virginia Board of Education approved new history standards on Thursday that include…
DeSantis Admin Approves Rule Curbing Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation For All K-12 Students
DeSantis Admin Approves Rule Curbing Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation For All K-12 Students Reagan Reese on April 19, 2023 The Florida Department of Education (DOE) approved a proposal on Wednesday…
Red State Legislature Approves Bill That Would Create The State’s First School Choice Program
Red State Legislature Approves Bill That Would Create The State’s First School Choice Program Reagan Reese on April 13, 2023 The North Dakota House passed a bill on Thursday that would create…
Kansas Legislature Approves Bill That Would Bar Biological Men From Women’s Bathroom
Kansas Legislature Approves Bill That Would Bar Biological Men From Women’s Bathroom Reagan Reese on April 5, 2023 The Kansas Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would prohibit biological males from…
Biden Admin Approves Strict California Rules To Cut Diesel Sales In Half By 2035
Biden Admin Approves Strict California Rules To Cut Diesel Sales In Half By 2035 John Hugh DeMastri on March 31, 2023 The Biden administration has given California permission to go ahead with…
FDA Approves Over-The-Counter Opioid Antidote As Fentanyl Deaths Surge
FDA Approves Over-The-Counter Opioid Antidote As Fentanyl Deaths Surge Jennie Taer on March 29, 2023 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal drug, for over-the-counter purchase as…
Senate Approves Bucco Bill Honoring New Jersey Military Veteran
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Anthony M. Bucco that designates a portion of Interstate Highway Route 287 as the Warren E. Wilhide Interchange.…