Legislation

In a move aimed at addressing homelessness while prioritizing public safety, Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law a measure that prohibits homeless individuals from sleeping on sidewalks, in parks, and other public spaces.…

Governor Jay Inslee of Washington has signed into law a multimillion-dollar bill to benefit tribes and Indigenous peoples in the state who are disproportionately affected by opioid overdoses, marking a significant step in addressing the…

Idaho stands out as one of the few states in the United States yet to decriminalize marijuana, let alone legalize it for medical or recreational use.  While neighboring states have embraced varying degrees of marijuana legalization, a…

In a move that could set a precedent nationwide, the Florida Legislature has passed a bill aimed at curbing minors' access to social media platforms, presenting one of the most stringent bans of its kind in the United States. The…

A recent proposal from a group of lawmakers aims to provide relief to a specific segment of student loan debt holders, targeting Parent PLUS borrowers. The initiative, outlined in a letter to Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, highlights…

Following Speaker Mike Johnson's rejection of the Senate-passed national security supplemental, a bipartisan group of House lawmakers has put forward a new proposal aimed at addressing key defense priorities while also tackling border…

In a landmark step for New Mexico's fiscal planning, the Senate approved a historic $10.1 billion budget proposal with plenty of time for gubernatorial approval. The monumental spending plan received resounding support in the Senate,…

As the spring season emerges in the Commonwealth, the onset of dry conditions significantly amplifies the risk of wildfires, particularly within forested and wildlife-rich areas. Darwin Rhodes, a seasoned forestry technician with the…