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politics1 day ago•6 min saved

Kelly vetoes 24 bills and 31 budget items, signaling a renewed Kansas budget showdown

Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed 24 bills and 31 budget provisions in a clash with a Republican‑led Kansas Legislature, after signing a budget that removed a lawmakers’ pay raise, a large loan and a no‑bid contract she deemed wasteful. She framed the budget as flawed but necessary, urging collaboration; lawmakers will consider overrides as they push on issues from voter access and privacy to mental health funding and education mandates amid ongoing budget pressures.

via Kansas Reflector|

#budget #kansas #laura-kelly

politics2 days ago•10 min saved

California's governor race tests if a GOP bid can shake a blue state

Two Republican candidates, Steve Hilton and Riverside Sheriff Chad Bianco, lead California's 2026 governor race and, with President Trump's endorsement, raise the prospect of a political upheaval in the blue state. They pledge sweeping deregulation and MAGA-style governance, but would clash with a Democratic Legislature, powerful unions, and an independent judiciary that could blunt their agenda, likely resulting in gridlock or pushback rather than rapid change. Analysts note that undecided voters may still coalesce around Democrats, making the November general election far from certain and raising the possibility of California electing its first Republican governor since Schwarzenegger only if dynamics shift markedly.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #governor-race #legislature

politics22 days ago•6 min saved

Colorado braces for deeper cuts as budget gap grows to $1.5B

Colorado's budget shortfall for 2026-27 has swelled to more than $1.5 billion, driven by weaker tax receipts and rising Medicaid costs. The Joint Budget Committee is trimming programs while weighing different revenue forecasts from legislative staff and the governor's team, and the surplus allowed by TABOR cannot be used to close the gap. Even so, forecasts suggest a remaining cushion that could cover the constitutionally required property tax relief, but lawmakers face a difficult, fast-moving week to finalize a balanced plan.

via The Colorado Sun|

#budget #colorado #legislature

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

New York Lawmakers Push Tax Hikes Ahead of Budget Negotiations

New York's Legislature proposes a mix of tax increases—on high earners, large corporations, and select business taxes—to raise billions for New York City as budget negotiations with Gov. Hochul unfold.

via The New York Times|

#budget #hochul #legislature

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Washington lawmakers inch toward 9.9% tax on top earners as deadline nears

Legislative leaders in Olympia moved overnight toward a vote on a proposed 9.9% income tax on income above $1 million, set to take effect in 2029. Supporters, including Gov. Ferguson, say the revenue would fund families and small-business programs, while Republicans push amendments such as a charitable deduction. Critics warn the plan could violate the state constitution and invite court challenges, with opponents weighing a citizen initiative to repeal if it passes. If approved by the House, the bill would go to the Senate and then Ferguson for signature.

via KOMO|

#income-tax #legislature #millionaires

state-politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Florida's 2026 Capitol Chaos: Budget Gridlock and GOP Fallout

With seven days left in Florida's 60-day 2026 session, a budget stalemate between the House and Senate and simmering tensions with Gov. Ron DeSantis threaten to derail top priorities (including AI regulation) as lawmakers prepare for redistricting and a looming property-tax special session; even as some bills pass, the session is expected to end without major agreements, highlighting ongoing divisions and affordability concerns for residents.

via Politico|

#budget #desantis #florida

world1 month ago•58 min saved

China's legislature dismisses 19 members, nine from the military

China's legislature approved the dismissal of 19 members, including nine military officers, in a disciplinary move affecting parts of the leadership and signaling ongoing governance cleanups.

via AP News|

#china #discipline #legislature

politics1 month ago•34 min saved

Virginia Democrats back near-tripling lawmakers’ pay in budget plan

Virginia Senate Democrats advanced a budget amendment that would boost legislators’ pay by about 278% (nearly 300%), as part of their budget package. Republicans criticized the move as unaffordable and potentially raising taxes, and the proposal would still need approval from the House and a governor’s signature to become law.

via WJLA|

#democrats #legislature #pay-raise

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Kansas lawmakers split on extending World Cup emergency powers

Gov. Laura Kelly declared a three-county state of emergency to prepare for the 2026 World Cup; the Kansas House approved a 15-day extension, but the Senate has not voted, raising questions about the breadth of executive authority. Without extension, the emergency expires soon, potentially complicating access to coordinated state resources for handling visitors and events.

via Kansas City Star|

#emergency-declaration #kansas #legislature

us-news1 month ago•15 min saved

Wisconsin educators sue Legislature seeking more money for schools

A coalition of Wisconsin school districts and teachers filed a lawsuit against the state Legislature, seeking increased funding for K-12 education, arguing current allocations are insufficient to meet student needs and duties under state law.

via AP News|

#education-funding #lawsuit #legislature

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Kansas Gov. Kelly vetoes bid to regulate transgender restroom use

Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a GOP-backed bill that would require sex-segregated restrooms and locker rooms in public buildings, ban changing gender markers on licenses and birth certificates, and impose fines or lawsuits for violations, with limited exceptions for young children and caregivers; supporters say it codifies norms, but Kelly calls it poorly drafted and costly for local governments, and lawmakers may override the veto amid a broader wave of anti-trans legislation in Kansas.

via KCUR|

#bathroombill #kansas #legislature

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

Virginia House Advances Broad Gun-Control Package, Heads to Senate

Virginia House Democrats approved a sweeping gun-control package that includes an assault-weapons ban, limits on large-capacity magazines, ghost-gun restrictions, safe-storage rules, and new civil-liability provisions for gun manufacturers and sellers; the bills advance to the Senate amid Republican accusations of infringed rights and likely litigation, while supporters argue they address gun violence in a state shaped by mass shootings.

via Virginia Mercury|

#gun-control #legislature #politics

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Nebraska lawmaker resigns as expulsion vote looms over staffer allegations

State Sen. Dan McKeon resigned minutes before a floor vote on his expulsion over allegations of inappropriately touching a legislative staffer; an outside investigation said the conduct may violate the Legislature’s harassment policy but was not actionable sexual harassment, and McKeon faces misdemeanor charges (disturbing the peace) with a Jan. 26 court date, while Gov. Pillen will appoint his replacement.

via Nebraska Examiner|

#expulsion #legislature #nebraska

politics3 months ago•11 min saved

Missouri Lawmakers Prepare for Tense 2026 Session Focused on Tax Reforms and Political Unity

Missouri's legislative session is expected to be tense as Democrats plan to oppose Republican tactics like the use of the previous question rule, amidst ongoing debates over budget, taxes, and controversial issues like solar power and pharmacy regulations, all against the backdrop of an upcoming election that could influence the state's political landscape.

via Missouri Independent|

#democrats #elections #legislature

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

Democrat Renee Hardman Secures Iowa Senate Seat, Preventing GOP Supermajority

Democrat Renee Hardman won a special election for the Iowa state Senate, preventing Republicans from regaining a supermajority in the Legislature. Her victory maintains Democratic influence in the chamber, marking a significant win in a year of Democratic successes across various states. Hardman becomes the first Black woman elected to the Iowa Senate, and her win helps keep the GOP from controlling two-thirds of the chamber, which would have allowed easier confirmation of appointments. The election results reflect broader Democratic gains in 2025, impacting legislative dynamics and future governance in Iowa.

via CBS News|

#democrat #gop #iowa