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Virginia Legislature Reintroduces Vetoed Bills Amidst Upcoming Elections

The Virginia state legislature is revisiting bills vetoed by Governor Youngkin, including minimum wage increases, data center regulations, and campaign finance reforms, ahead of the November elections, reflecting a continued partisan divide.

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Wyoming Freedom Caucus Takes Control of State House

The Wyoming House of Representatives will be led by the conservative Freedom Caucus starting Tuesday, initiating a 10-day plan to pass five bills focused on immigration restrictions, eliminating diversity programs, prioritizing fossil fuels, and cutting property taxes, representing a significant shi...

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Virginia Democrats Maintain Legislative Majorities in Special Elections

Virginia Democrats narrowly held onto their legislative majorities in special elections on Tuesday, winning two seats in Loudoun County despite a shift toward President Trump's support in 2024. Democratic candidates outspent Republican opponents, and the victories secure their ability to advance pro...

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Minnesota Supreme Court Sides with Democrats in House Quorum Dispute

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that a quorum in the state House of Representatives requires 68 members, siding with Democrats and potentially invalidating actions taken by the Republican majority since the session began due to a contested election result and ensuing power struggle.

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Virginia Democrats Maintain Legislative Control After Special Election Wins

In Virginia's special legislative elections, Democrats secured victories in two Loudoun County districts, maintaining narrow majorities in both the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49), despite a recent winter storm and the state's Republican governor, Glenn Youngkin.

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NC Republicans Lose Veto-Proof Majority in House

Following recounts and challenges, North Carolina election officials certified three Democratic legislative wins, giving Republicans 71 of 120 House seats—one short of a veto-proof majority—while maintaining a 30-20 Senate majority.

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