Governor Youngkin Signs 11 Orders On Day One In Office; Includes CRT Ban, Investigating Loudoun County Officials

New Virginia Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin signed 11 executive orders and directives on his first day in office after being sworn-in over the weekend. “No matter who you voted for, I pledge to be your advocate, your voice, your governor,” Youngkin said at his inauguration speech on Saturday. “We stand here on January 15, 2022 filled with … Continued

A roundup of new Virginia laws taking effect in July

(WHSV) – Each year, many of the bills passed by Virginia’s General Assembly and signed into law by the governor are set to take effect on July 1. In 2020, Democrats had control of the House of Delegates, Senate, and the governor’s mansion for the first time in decades of Virginia history, and the new … Continued

DE Approves Paid and Family Medical Leave

State Sen. Sarah McBride (D-Claymont) introduced the paid family and medical leave bill last week, calling it an important social safety net. She says she was inspired to fight for these benefits after caring for her late husband Andrew following his cancer diagnosis. “He needed to focus on his treatment every single day in order … Continued

Gov. Lee, General Assembly Deliver Conservative Wins in 2021 Session

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee marked the close of the 2021 legislative session, which includes the passage of his $42.6 billion budget and full agenda as outlined during his State of the State address in February. “Lieutenant Governor McNally, Speaker Sexton and the members of the General Assembly have been key partners in reducing crime, supporting strong … Continued

Sen. Tim Scott to deliver Republicans joint address to Congress

Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) will deliver his party’s response to President Biden’s joint address to Congress next week, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy announced on Thursday. Why it matters: The pick is a big deal in the post-Trump GOP as Republicans navigate what the future of the party will look … Continued

Evers Pushes $1 Billion Tax Increase

Budgets are about priorities, and Gov. Tony Evers’ budget proposal puts small businesses and the middle class pretty low on the list. Overall, Gov. Evers’ budget would increase taxes by a billion dollars over the next two years. He would decrease taxes by $536.2 million in other areas. Fees would go up $17.16 million. Evers also … Continued

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