California Legislators Approve Changes to Film and TV Tax Credit Program
California Film and TV Tax Credit Program Gets a Boost California lawmakers have approved changes to the state’s film and television tax credit program. This week, the Senate gave its approval, and Governor Gavin Newsom signed the law. The recent bill aims to “modernize” the program while expanding eligibility, complemented by a newly allocated $750 […]
Suffolk legislators decide to extend their time in office — but voters might still reject it.
County Councilman Seeks Term Extension A Suffolk County Councilman has proposed extending his term from two years to four. However, whether this change takes effect will ultimately depend on voter approval in November. The local commissioner argues that this extension aligns with recent changes in New York’s election schedule, which has shifted local elections to […]
New Hampshire legislators grant final consent to the ban on gender-affirming care
On Thursday, New Hampshire lawmakers approved a bill that bans gender-affirming care for transgender minors, moving it forward to Governor Kelly Ayotte for her decision. The legislation, known as House Bill 377, includes a provision allowing minors currently receiving care to continue their treatments despite the law’s implementation. After a significant vote in the Capitol, […]
Iranian Legislators Push Back Following Trump’s Attack on Nuclear Facilities and Ceasefire Agreement: ‘Death to America’
Iran’s Parliament Votes to Expel Nuclear Inspectors In a recent parliamentary session, Iranian officials shouted “death to America” as they approved a bill to terminate cooperation with nuclear inspectors. This decision came soon after President Donald Trump’s military strike on Iran’s nuclear sites. On Wednesday, Iran’s parliament passed the law aimed at suspending collaboration with […]
Legislators and USDA work together to address New World screwworm at the southern border
Carnivorous parasites have recently been identified in Mexico, not too far from the U.S.-Mexico border, raising alarms among American farmers and ranchers. The New World screwworm is a type of parasitic fly that lays eggs in the open wounds of various animals such as cattle, sheep, and even some wildlife, though it can occasionally affect […]
Man detained for threatening Texas legislators, leading to evacuation of state Capitol
A suspect was taken into custody after making threats against Texas legislators, which came just hours after a fatal shooting in Minnesota involving a lawmaker over the weekend. Police in Austin shut down the Texas State Capitol on Saturday due to credible threats aimed at lawmakers attending a “king” protest scheduled for later that day. […]
Texas Capitol Secured Following Threats to Legislators, One Individual Taken Into Custody
Texas Capitol Evacuated Amid Threats to Lawmakers Law enforcement officials evacuated the Texas Capitol on Saturday afternoon due to threats aimed at lawmakers attending the “No Kings” rally. The situation returned to normal once the Texas Director of Public Safety arrested an individual connected to the threat. A traffic stop near La Grange, about 65 […]
Vance Luther Boelter wanted in connection with deadly assault on Minnesota legislators
Authorities have identified a suspect in a shooting incident that occurred early in the morning in Minnesota, where a Democratic lawmaker and her spouse were fatally shot, and another lawmaker along with his wife sustained injuries. The individual, Vance Luther Belter, 57, is being sought due to his alleged involvement in the attack, according to […]
Trump and lawmakers respond to the ‘terrible’ shooting of Minnesota legislators
On Saturday, leaders across the nation condemned an attack targeting Minnesota Democrats amid rising political tensions. The assault resulted in the deaths of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband, while State Sen. John Hoffman (D) and his spouse were also severely wounded in what has been labeled “politically motivated” violence. President Trump expressed […]
Pritzker will support Illinois sanctuary policies in front of GOP legislators.
Illinois Governor Faces GOP Lawmakers on Sanctuary Policies Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is set to appear alongside other Democratic governors in front of GOP lawmakers during a Thursday hearing focused on the contentious US sanctuary status. In comments released to the media, Pritzker defended state policies and asserted that his administration had to step in […]