A Nebraska legislative committee chose not to advance divisive rules changes, focusing instead on minor adjustments to the legislative process. Nebraska Committee Decides Against Controversial Rules Changes Lincoln: So, there was this big meeting in Nebraska where a legislative committee was looking at some proposed changes to how lawmakers do their thing. They had 22…
Despite a rocky beginning, local lawmakers are focused on key goals for the session ahead Local Legislators Gear Up for Productive Session After Tense Start Albert Lea: So, the legislative session kicked off with a bit of tension, but local lawmakers are ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work. They’ve got some…
Education advocates in Alaska express concerns over potential funding increases amid legislative challenges Alaska Education Advocates Fear Funding Boost Will Not Happen This Year Juneau: So, Alaska’s education advocates are feeling pretty down about the chances of getting a big funding boost this year. They’re gearing up for another round of trying to get more…
Utah educators are calling for increased funding to address stress and student needs as the state Legislature prepares for its session Utah Teachers Seek More Funding Amid Stress and Student Behavior Issues Salt Lake City: Renée Pinkney, the president of the Utah Education Association, recently spoke at a news conference about the pressing needs of…
Nebraska lawmakers are in a heated debate over committee assignments, impacting key conservative priorities and party representation. Partisan Struggle Over Committee Assignments in Nebraska Legislature Lincoln: So, the Nebraska state senators just kicked off their 2025 session, and things are already heating up. You’ve got some new faces, like State Sens. Kathleen Kauth and Beau…
Sen. Stubblefield expresses doubts about funding and support for the Franklin County prison project during a recent event in Charleston Sen. Stubblefield Questions Senate Support for Franklin County Prison Charleston: Sen. Gary Stubblefield recently shared his concerns about the Franklin County prison project. He spoke to a small group on January 3, saying he doubts…
New Minority Leader Zac Ista emphasizes collaboration in North Dakota’s Legislature, highlighting friendships across party lines. Zac Ista: North Dakota Legislature Isn’t Like the Hatfields and McCoys Grand Forks: Zac Ista is a friendly guy, even with many Republicans in the state. He believes North Dakota politics isn’t like the Hatfields and McCoys. Instead, he…
