New Democratic Majorities Lead to Rush of Bills—and Conflict
With new trifectas, Democratic leaders in six states had the opportunity to push through many new laws. But there were also clashes, both internally and with Republicans.
Skyrocketing Cost of Insulin Draws State Attempts to Cap Prices
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Maryland Governor to chair the National Governors Association … Ohio passes legislation to save nuclear plants … New York lawmakers push for taxi driver debt relief.
The NIMBY Principle
The advocacy group Livable California has led the resistance to the state’s biggest housing proposals. What's their appeal for “local control” really about?
The Hidden Challenges in Police Use of Facial Recognition Technology
The Orlando Police Department ended its pilot program involving facial recognition technology this month, saying the agency was unable to devote the necessary resources to the program.
A Bid to Restore and Update the Long-Dormant Intergovernmental Commission
The bipartisan House proposal emerged out of a special intergovernmental affairs task force that met over the past two years.
Recalling Local Officials Is An ‘Intense, Scrappy Challenge’
In Washington D.C., an attempt to recall a city council member shows how difficult it is to organize this kind of campaign at a local level.
A Database Reveals Which Police Officers Shot Civilians
COMMENTARY | A new project looks at the race of on-duty police officers and civilians involved in 917 fatal shootings in 2015.
Climate Change in a Coastal County: Think Global, Act Hyperlocal
‘We see flooding issues, and we’re addressing it. It’s going to get worse.’
North Carolina Legislature Unanimously Votes to Ban Female Genital Mutilation
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Cleveland passes lead regulations … Indiana legislature hires outside counsel in attorney general alleged groping scandal … Anchorage mayor declares civil emergency after state budget cuts.
The Cities Where Women Entrepreneurs Are Flourishing
A new report shows which cities have created a culture that encourages women to start their own small businesses.
Bypassing Trump on Fuel Standards, California Reaches Its Own Auto Deal
California and four major automakers announced a deal Thursday on fuel efficiency standards. But the plan was met with resistance by the Trump administration, which has vowed to enforce its proposed lower fuel standard.
How ‘Corn Sweat’ Makes Summer Days More Humid
It’s a real phenomenon, and it’s making the hot weather muggier in the American Midwest.
How College Towns Could Benefit More From Throngs of Student Volunteers
In college towns, student volunteers may make up a disproportionate percentage of the total volunteers.
Getting Older, Going Broke: Who’s Going to Pay for Long-Term Care?
Washington is the first state with public long-term care insurance.
No Climate Event in 2,000 Years Compares to What’s Happening Now
While parts of the world have warmed or cooled in the past, modern climate change is happening just about everywhere at the same time.
A Mayor Proposes Major Changes to How a City Collects Fines and Fees
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Police officers in New York doused while making arrests … Calls for Puerto Rican governor to step down … Portland, Maine struggles to house asylum seekers.
Sixteen States Support Indiana's Push to License Abortion Clinics
Advocates for the clinic said the licensing mandate was not about safety, but to prevent clinics from opening. The states argue that regulating medical facilities is commonplace and necessary to protect women’s health.
Immigrant Families Interrupt Daily Routines Due to Fear of Immigration Policies, Report Says
A new report found that many immigrant families are abstaining from everyday activities in which they could be asked about their citizenship status.
Why It’s So Hard To Predict How Much Funding 9/11 First Responders Need
The Senate voted 97-to-2 to extend the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund for decades to come. It was a long, slow road to passage.
With Trump’s Blessing, Some States Aim to Cap Medicaid Rolls
Medicaid would no longer be an entitlement program.
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