Jim Harrison, a well-known figure in Vermont politics, has decided to step down from his role as a House representative. He's been in this position for over eight years, showing dedication to his community and state. Harrison, who represents part of Rutland County, is leaving due to personal and fam
Idaho's DOGE Task Force is making waves, and not in a good way. This group, inspired by Elon Musk's government efficiency department, is aiming to repeal Medicaid expansion in the state. If they succeed, it could lead to higher taxes, a weaker economy, and worse health outcomes for many Idahoans. T
The state of Colorado wrapped up its 2025 legislative session after 120 days of intense lawmaking. This session saw the passing of hundreds of bills, touching on some of the most contentious political topics around. Many of these bills are now waiting for Governor Jared Polis's final approval to bec
A political storm brewed over a portrait. The legislature's Executive Committee, a bipartisan group, decided to take action. They ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's portrait from the Capitol gallery. The decision was made after Trump himself criticized the artwork on social media. He ca
In Idaho, a significant decision was made regarding Medicaid funding. The state's budget committee, known as the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee, or JFAC, approved a budget for Medicaid that is close to what the governor proposed. This budget is crucial because Medicaid is Idaho's largest sta
Olena Nicks, a seasoned volunteer firefighter and financial analyst, has just been sworn in as a Nassau County legislator. She won her seat in a landslide victory. She is ready to tackle the issues that matter most to her constituents. She is not interested in playing politics. She is focused on
In a surprising turn of events, the Florida legislature, controlled by Republicans, didn't give Governor Ron DeSantis everything he asked for. The governor wanted to boost his anti-immigrant credentials by pushing through new immigration enforcement powers during a special session he called this wee
Florida’s legislative leaders didn’t waste any time in rebelling against Governor Ron DeSantis. Within minutes of DeSantis's special session call, Senate President Ben Albritton and House Speaker Daniel Perez shut it down and announced their own session. DeSantis had called for the session to push P
Public school supporters are worried about a bill in the Kansas House that aims to reduce the state tax funding public schools by $800 million over five years. The plan is to drop the statewide property tax rate from 20 to 18. 5 mills starting next fiscal year and then keep the tax collections at th
The Ohio Senate has just approved a bill that could change how transgender students use bathrooms and locker rooms in schools. This controversial bill now heads to Governor Mike DeWine's desk. The bill requires students from kindergarten through college to use facilities that match their sex assigne
