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state-politics17 days ago

Sherrill Signs $60.7B NJ Budget, Fulfilling Promises Yet Preserving Old Budget Habits

Governor Mikie Sherrill signed New Jersey’s $60.7 billion budget, delivering on key campaign promises—full annual $6.1 billion pension payment, a temporary 25% child tax credit, record K-12 funding and direct property tax relief—while also embracing traditional budget practices she criticized, including late-night passage and restored legislative earmarks. The plan scales back StayNJ for seniors, imposes new business taxes and fees (including a per-employee Medicaid charge and data-privacy fees), directs $120 million to Jersey City, and reduces the surplus to about $6 billion. Sherrill defended some district-friendly allocations, but Republicans decried the spending as pork, and critics argued the process remained opaque and rushed.

via Politico|
#earmarks#mikie-sherrill#new-jersey-budget
state-politics19 days ago

Colorado Dems Bracing for Anti-Establishment Shake-Up in Key Primaries

Colorado Democrats brace for an anti-establishment wave in their 2026 primaries: Sen. Michael Bennet’s bid for governor is tighter than expected against AG Phil Weiser, while Rep. Diana DeGette faces a serious challenge from progressive Melat Kiros. Outside money, grassroots organizing, and momentum from New York’s insurgent wins are fueling the races, with donors scrambling to back challengers and DeGette’s camp warning of a tightening race. A Kiros upset would mark a major shift in Colorado politics, though DeGette still benefits from decades of incumbency and name recognition.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#anti-establishment#colorado
state-politics1 month ago

Oklahoma candidates push to rein in rising home-insurance costs

Amid surging homeowners’ insurance costs driven by extreme weather, four Republican candidates for Oklahoma’s insurance commissioner are campaigning on tighter scrutiny of insurers and rate hikes, signaling a shift from a traditionally hands-off regime as lawmakers respond with new transparency laws and hearings to determine market competitiveness; Democrats advocate lowering rates, while regulators prepare a September hearing to weigh how to balance consumer affordability with a competitive market ahead of the primary.

via Politico|
#insurance#oklahoma#premiums
Georgia runoff results set up November battles across state and federal offices
politics1 month ago

Georgia runoff results set up November battles across state and federal offices

Georgia completed its primary runoffs with several notable winners moving toward November contests: Mo Ivory won the Democratic runoff for Fulton County Commission Chair and will face Republican Eric Tatum; Greg Dolezal won the Republican nomination for lieutenant governor to face Democrat Josh McLaurin; Amanda Hollowell (D) won the GA-1 nomination to face Jim Kingston (R); Ceretta Smith (D) won the GA-12 nomination to face Rick Allen (R); Mike Collins (R) won the U.S. Senate nomination to face Jon Ossoff; John Cowan (R) won the GA-7 nomination to face Chris Harden (D); Penny Brown Reynolds (D) won the Secretary of State nomination to face Tim Fleming (R); Tim Fleming (R) won the GOP nomination for SOS; Rick Jackson (R) won the GOP gubernatorial nomination and will face Keisha Lance Bottoms after a Burt Jones runoff; a Republican governor runoff between Jackson and Jones will determine the other GOP finalist; turnout topped 1 million votes as polls closed.

via WSB-TV|
#elections#georgia#politics
Arizona lawmakers push GOP-backed measures to ballot as session ends in a marathon night
state-politics1 month ago

Arizona lawmakers push GOP-backed measures to ballot as session ends in a marathon night

Arizona’s 2026 legislative session closed after a four‑day sprint in which Republicans advanced a slate of ballot referrals—ranging from election overhaul to DEI restrictions and school‑funding changes—bypassing Gov. Hobbs by putting measures directly on the November ballot. The late‑night votes drew clashes between parties, and critics warned the moves could produce a longer, riskier ballot. The session set a record with about 2,190 proposed bills, and only a handful of GOP‑backed measures ended up becoming law, with Democrats noting many were blocked or stalled before finally being sent to voters.

via Arizona Mirror|
#arizona#ballot-measures#election-integrity
state-politics1 month ago

New York eyes year-long pause on giant data centers

The New York Legislature appears poised to pass a one-year moratorium on new large-scale data centers (over 20 MW), halting DEC permits while regulators develop guardrails and rate protections. If Gov. Hochul signs, New York could become the first state with a statewide data-center ban. The bill, S10642/A11560, would give time to craft energy rules to protect the grid and ratepayers, and includes a new rate, energy efficiency mandates, renewable requirements, and labor standards. Opponents from tech and business groups warn the measure could stunt economic development; lawmakers plan votes this week before leaving Albany, with Hochul's stance still under review.

via Politico|
#data-centers#electricity-rates#energy-policy
state-politics1 month ago

Colorado Democrats censure Polis over Tina Peters clemency decision

Colorado Democrats censured Gov. Jared Polis for granting clemency to Tina Peters, the former Mesa County clerk convicted of enabling unauthorized access to voting equipment; Polis shortened her nine-year sentence to 4.5 years (not a pardon), sparking criticism that the move undermines trust in elections. Peters’ case has become a rallying point for election-denial voices, while Polis’ allies argue the decision was based on the facts of the case and the process, with critics including Sen. Michael Bennet suggesting it could threaten Polis’ political prospects.

via Politico|
#clemency#colorado#election-integrity
state-politics2 months ago

New York lawmakers mull multiple redistricting amendments as session winds down

Democratic New York lawmakers are weighing several state constitutional amendments to overhaul the redistricting process, aiming to keep options open as the session ends June 4 and the June 23 primary approaches. They may pass multiple versions for a second passage next year, with any change requiring voter referendum. Proposals range from minor tweaks to potentially scrapping the map-drawing commission entirely, while Republicans push for independent redistricting in line with broader national debates after a Virginia court ruling.

via Politico|
#constitutional-amendment#gerrymandering#legislature
state-politics2 months ago

New York’s redistricting stays cautious as Democrats shield minority protections

New York Democrats are moving forward with a 2028 redistricting plan but are unlikely to mimic the aggressive gerrymandering seen in GOP-led states, kept in check by Voting Rights Act protections and political pressure to preserve minority districts. A constitutional amendment may guide the process, and while Democrats could expand their margin from 19-7 toward roughly 22-4 or 23-3, leaders say they will not roll back minority protections, a stance likely to face civil rights scrutiny and public pushback even as the Democratic edge grows.

via Politico|
#democrats#gerrymandering#new-york
state-politics3 months ago

Blakeman’s uphill bid: NY GOP trails Hochul despite Zeldin near-win precedent

Bruce Blakeman trails Gov. Kathy Hochul by double digits as fundraising gaps, a late campaign start, and ties to Trump complicate the NY GOP’s bid to replicate Zeldin’s near-win; Democrats have launched a seven-figure ad campaign and seek to deny public matching funds, while Hochul builds a robust campaign infrastructure in a deeply blue state.

via Politico|
#bruce-blakeman#fundraising#kathy-hochul
state-politics4 months ago

Washington OKs 9.9% tax on millionaires to fund schools and services

Democrat-led Washington state Senate approved a 9.9% income tax on residents earning over $1 million to fund education, prisons, universal school lunches and other programs, with Gov. Ferguson expected to sign. Supporters cite budget pressures and public sentiment, while critics warn about potential business impact and legal challenges, including a ballot repeal effort and constitutional questions around how income is treated.

via Politico|
#ballot-initiative#education-funding#income-tax
Ferguson signals signing updated millionaire tax plan with family and small-business relief
state-politics4 months ago

Ferguson signals signing updated millionaire tax plan with family and small-business relief

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson says he will sign the latest version of the proposed millionaire income tax, which would levy 9.9% on earnings over $1 million and redirect revenue to benefits like a expanded Working Families Tax Credit, free school meals for all students, OTC medicine sales-tax exemption, and childcare accounts, aiming to bolster families and small businesses; Democrats praise the changes while Republicans push back, and the bill still must pass both the House and Senate before signature.

via king5.com|
#governor-bob-ferguson#millionaire-income-tax#small-business-support
state-politics4 months ago

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
politics5 months ago

Democrat flips Texas state Senate seat in Fort Worth district, surprising GOP

Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a Texas state Senate special election in a Fort Worth–area district, flipping a seat that Trump carried by 17 points in 2024. Backed by national groups including the DNC and VoteVets, the victory signals Democratic strength in certain GOP-leaning districts during special elections, though Rehmet will serve only until January and must win the November general election to secure a full four-year term as Republicans retain a comfortable Senate majority.

via Politico|
#democrats#elections#fort-worth