From the States
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Bill to make Trump border policy permanent advances out of committee to House floor
Republicans argue that the legislation is needed so that another administration does not reverse current immigration policies that have led to drastic reductions in border crossings – yet also waves of anti-ICE protests across the country.
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Illinois Gov Pritzker touts green energy and climate record as rates continue rising
After years of climate and green energy alternative-imposing legislation signed into law by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the state’s top Democrat spoke at length Tuesday about his reasoning behind a variety of his climate policies.
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US House set to vote on government funding stopgap through early December
House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, lambasted congressional Democrats’ “persistent, habitual, never-ending obstruction,” which has “made it difficult to govern” for the Republican trifecta.
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Red tape, low prices to blame for Pennsylvania's natural gas production decline
Pennsylvania’s decline isn’t mirrored nationally. Natural gas production in the Permian Basin of Texas and New Mexico hit record levels.
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Legislature forms committee looking into ASU free speech concerns
ASU shut down the T.W. Lewis Center for Personal Development after its main donor, Tom Lewis, pulled funding after a controversial event featuring conservative personalities Charlie Kirk and Dennis Prager.
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Arizona unveils new Alice Cooper license plates
Arizona Department of Transportation released the final designs for their specialty plate benefitting Arizona-based rock legend Alice Cooper's Solid Rock.
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NYC Council overrides Adams' objections to housing bill
In a statement, Adams said he was reviewing his options and pointed out that the city needs to do more to ensure an adequate housing supply for its citizens.
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Grass lawns banned from new homes in Arizona town
The measure is an attempt for the growing desert community to exceed its goals of reducing water usage by 5% or more.
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Sen. Hawley along with Missouri lawmakers pledge toxic waste cleanup, compensation for exposure
The lawmakers admitted there will be many challenges getting legislation passed for cleanup and compensation.
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California Democrats move to strengthen sentencing for trafficking minors
Progressive Democrats opposed the bill on grounds that it would increase incarceration, which they believe does little to deter crime.
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New Jersey takes steps to mandate sales of ‘smart’ guns
New Jersey already has some of the nation's toughest gun control laws, and Democrats who control the state Legislature have been pushing for even tighter restrictions.
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New trans, non-binary parent caucus formed at Wisconsin Capitol
The new Transgender Parent and Non-Binary Advocacy Caucus is separate from Wisconsin’s Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus.
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Missouri Supreme Court hears plea for clarity after pandemic ruling on regulations
Neal Perryman, representing the counties, emphasized and described turmoil surrounding the state’s actions more than legal status.