House Ethics Committee fills its ranks after turbulent...

The House Ethics Committee finally has filled its ranks after the longest delay in recent history, allowing the reserved body to resume its duty of reviewing lawmakers’ conduct — a task proven challenging and dramatic in the wake of former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz. With the 119th Congress already in full swing, the new members […]

Farmers rally at state capitol as industry leaders...

(The Center Square) – Michigan farmers rallied at the state capitol Tuesday morning to protest what they call state government overreach in honor of National Agriculture Day. The rally coincided with a state House Oversight Committee meeting, where industry leaders, farmers and agricultural advocates testified in opposition to actions taken by the Michigan Department of […]

Ground sparkler tax reintroduced at Illinois statehouse

(The Center Square) – Another attempt is being made to legalize certain fireworks and tax them in Illinois. The Ground-Based Sparkler Purchaser Excise Tax Act would impose a 6% tax on consumers purchasing ground-based sparklers or fountains for personal use, beginning July 1, 2025. The measure says retailers must register with the Department of Revenue, […]

Youngkin weighs 964 bills as March 24 deadline...

(The Center Square) – Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin is deciding the fate of over 900 bills passed by the General Assembly, including proposals to create a legal retail cannabis market and raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2027. With the March 24 deadline looming for most bills, Youngkin has the power to […]

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