Youngkin calls for an end to taxes on tips ahead of Virginia legislative session
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) on Monday called for an end to the tax on tips in the state by including language in the next state budget that would eliminate the practice. “We have delivered more than $5 billion in tax cuts to date and remain committed to lowering the cost of living for hardworking […]
House GOP releases 2025 legislative calendar
The announcement was made by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-Louisiana). schedule The 119th Congress convened on Tuesday, and adjustments made under President-elect Trump became clear. Next year, members of the House of Commons will have a 34-week term and will maintain a maximum four-day working week. The House of Representatives is scheduled to elect […]
Incoming GOP Senate majority leader unveils legislative agenda for Trump administration’s 1st 30 days
Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R.S.D.) is developing a legislative roadmap for 2025, with plans to pass a huge bill within the first month of his new administration. . Thune laid out his legislative priorities at the Republican conference on Tuesday, telling colleagues he intends to move quickly on budget reconciliation bills for border […]
These Republican senators could put a wrench in Trump’s expansive legislative agenda
Four Republicans could control the 53-47 Republican majority in the Senate, potentially blocking President Trump's legislative agenda if Republicans choose to vote as a bloc, insiders say. told the Post. This group reportedly formed a team The withdrawal of Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's judicial nomination also includes Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell, who was ousted as […]
Trump names Vance aide as legislative affairs director
President-elect Trump on Monday announced three appointments to lead various White House offices, including the top liaison to Capitol Hill. President Trump said in a news release that James Braid will serve as director of legislative affairs. Blade is a Senate aide to Vice President-elect J.D. Vance and served as his chief policy staff for […]
GOP lawmakers reveal a heightened legislative focus against ‘irreversible’ gender surgery on minors
Republicans are gearing up for a trifecta in Congress next year, with a focus on legislation that would ban transgender medical treatment of minors. In a Senate committee Wednesday afternoon, the lawmakers discussed banning biological male participation in women's sports, restricting gender-related surgeries on minors, and providing taxpayer funding for these types of surgeries on […]
Texas lawmakers file record breaking 1,500 bills for 2025 legislative session
Tuesday is the first day Texas lawmakers can file bills for next year's legislative session, and they didn't hold back in filing a record-breaking 1,500 bills in the first filing period. Staffers camped out behind the Senate chamber in an effort to file it early, although there is no real benefit to it. But the […]
Newsom Calls Special Legislative Session to ‘Trump-proof’ California
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) has called a special session of the California Legislature to “Trump-proof” the state against any actions the incoming federal government may intend, prompting a rebuke from the president-elect. “I have just convened an emergency special session of Congress to strengthen our legal resources and protect our state from any illegal […]
California Gov. Newsom calls for special legislative session after Trump win
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued a proclamation Thursday calling a special session of the state Legislature aimed at preserving civil rights and opening up potential lawsuits ahead of the incoming Trump administration. . The special session, scheduled to begin Dec. 2, will focus on fundamental rights, reproductive freedom, climate action and strengthening California's legal […]
Texas Moves More Republican with Cruz Victory and Legislative Seats
The Republican Party has fulfilled its promise to “keep Texas in Texas” after Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) won a decisive victory and expanded his majority in the Texas House of Representatives. U.S. Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas) has become the third Democratic challenger to fail in his “fight” to “change Texas Blue.” Senator Cruz comfortably defeated […]