What happened on Wednesday, 12 February 2025
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Legislators discuss project to enhance gas line inspections and safety protocols in Puerto Rico.
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Members of the Puerto Rico House Commission on Consumer Affairs heard testimony on House Bill 244, a proposal to require retailers to include a propane or butane gas detector with every retail sale. Fire-prevention officials described applicable standards, limits on residential inspection authority, and recommended technical clarifications; the sub
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Washington updates laws for service member employment credits and police retirement pensions.
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Legislation clarifies definitions of militia, national guard, and state guard in Washington.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Planning Board voted unanimously to grant as-built approval for planning file 1507429 (445 Quincy Ave), releasing a $5,000 as-built surety, after staff confirmed surviving conditions were met.
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Legislation updates conditions for military leave, reinstatement, and credit for service.
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Tennessee lawmakers approve SB820 allowing electronic and printed distribution of tenure policy.
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House resolution recognizes Amy Agbayani's lifelong dedication to civil rights and education.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Planning Director Melissa Santucci Razi has departed the Town of Braintree; Assistant Director Connor Murphy is serving as interim while the town advertises the position, planning board members said at their Feb. 11 meeting.
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Tennessee amends laws to provide fertility care and transitional childcare assistance.
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The act ensuring federal fund access for children's attorneys takes effect July 1, 2025.
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HB 1738 grants employment preferences to veterans and spouses of service members.
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New regulations mandate fertility service coverage without prior treatment exclusions or waiting periods.
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Representatives discuss House Bill 1118 to eliminate religious exemptions for vaccinations in schools.
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House members debated House Bill 1118 to remove nonmedical religious exemptions to Department of Education immunization requirements; a motion to recommit failed and the bill advanced as part of a package on a voice vote.
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Legislature amends public records law to exempt certain tribal data from inspection.
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Tennessee updates driver license law eliminating ten-day issuance requirement.
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New law prevents discrimination based on race, religion, or national origin in Tennessee programs.
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Tennessee lawmakers approve bill allowing electronic submission of workers' reports.
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Senate Bill 948 mandates documentation for disabled veterans to receive tax exemptions.
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Tribes prepare to assert health jurisdiction under proposed legislation HB 1692.
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The Hawaii House adopted House Resolution 13 recognizing Dr. Amaphil Amy Agbayani for decades of immigrant‑rights and equity work; members recessed to allow colleagues to greet the honoree.
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Legislation requires three written quotations for specific purchase thresholds to enhance transparency.
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Legislature enacts new rights to enhance safety and well-being of foster children in Washington.
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Tennessee lawmakers raise annual background check request limit from 15 to 20.
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New law exempts American Indian information from public records in Washington state.
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Tennessee adopts CEO Pay Disparity Tax targeting firms with high executive pay gaps.
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Senate Bill 5615 streamlines residential housing permit applications in urban growth areas.
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County implements measures to limit rural development and preserve local character.
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New initiative offers summer programs targeting underserved students in conservation fields
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New law allows nursing students to sit for NCLEX-PN upon program completion starting July 2025
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Tennessee modifies laws governing health plans and pharmacy benefits for insurers.
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Legislation allows reinstatement of utility district commissioners after completing education requirements.
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Bill addresses housing needs and aims to reduce racial disparities and displacement risks.
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Tennessee amends property tax assessment for disaster-affected properties retroactively effective January 2024
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Legislature enacts bill to enhance youth access to natural resource job training programs.
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Counties define boundaries for rural development to limit sprawl and preserve community character.
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Tennessee modifies assessment laws for buildings damaged by presidentially declared disasters.
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Superintendent to report on program activities and funding every two years.
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Legislation allows community-based providers to offer transitional care in carceral settings.
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SB413 allows state agencies to revoke licenses for businesses violating local zoning laws.
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Legislature initiates funding for program engaging youth in sustainable natural resource careers.
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Senate Bill 558 allows Tennessee to establish guidelines for sport shooting range management
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New regulations ensure low-income subscribers retain benefits while enhancing project transparency.
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Legislature establishes reimbursement program to support community health care in correctional settings.
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The board outlines conditions for grants and loans for public broadband infrastructure projects.
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WSU energy program ensures $2M for nonprofits and $2M for tribal governments.
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Tennessee lawmakers approve SB825 to exempt prior converted cropland from wetland classification.
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Tennessee amends law to provide six weeks paid leave for new parents and caregivers
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General Assembly enacts amendments to Tennessee tax laws through House Bill 1252.
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New tax credit regulations for Washington light and power businesses support community solar initiatives.
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Patients must meet specific criteria to obtain a valid medical cannabis card.
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Tennessee amends tattoo artist licensing requirements to include year-long apprenticeship and experience.
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Tennessee amends laws to provide workweeks of paid leave for family care and adoption.
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Tennessee enacts Medical Cannabis Act to regulate access and research for patients.
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General Assembly endorses medical cannabis programs linked to reduced opioid overdoses
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Legislature establishes funding program to enhance broadband access in underserved areas
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The board allocates loans and grants for emergency broadband projects despite other funding sources.
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Board prioritizes funding for broadband services in economically distressed areas statewide
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Legislation alters allocation of recordation tax revenues for county funds and state treasury.
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Legislature amends laws to improve accessibility of community solar in Washington state
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The board mandates priority funding for broadband applications in unserved regions and tribal lands.
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WSU extension program sets certification and incentive guidelines for community solar projects
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Legislature mandates biennial reports on racial disproportionality in child welfare by 2026
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Tennessee forms a commission to oversee medical cannabis card regulations by January 2026.
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Tennessee amends health care reporting law to include legislative librarian in updates.
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Legislature updates impact fee policies to ensure equitable costs for new growth.
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Washington utilities commission requires public listing of community solar project administrators and services.
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Commission establishes guidelines for medical cannabis product packaging, serving sizes, and transport.
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Law provides property tax exemption for qualifying housing construction in Washington State.
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Project administrators must submit detailed applications for community solar certification to WSU.
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Tennessee enacts medical cannabis regulations impacting labeling, testing facilities, and payment methods.
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The board outlines qualifications and duties for anesthesiologist assistants' licensure.
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New rules define qualifying subscribers for community solar projects in Washington State.
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Tennessee mandates all school board members to be elected in the same election starting 2028.
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Councils must implement rules ensuring 20 percent affordable housing near major transit areas.
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Tennessee enacts comprehensive rules for medical cannabis safety, testing, and licensing procedures.
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State legislation requires zoning changes for tax exemptions on low-income housing projects.
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Tennessee lawmakers approve changes to public employee residential information disclosure rules.
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Washington remits funds for community solar projects to benefit qualifying low-income subscribers.
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Legislative changes promote redevelopment of underutilized areas to enhance affordable housing supply.
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Tennessee's education department will analyze teacher evaluation practices by June 2025.
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Tennessee lawmakers amend civil action limits from $4000 to $25000 effective July 2025.
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Tennessee amends water code to change response period from three to five business days.
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Legislature introduces urgent action to regulate public property and combat rising homelessness.
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Tennessee updates laws to tackle false information and foreign adversary ownership in corporations
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Washington defines various early childhood education program parameters and licensing requirements.
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City may allow up to 24-month extension for conditional recipients of tax deferrals.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Finance analyst projects $22 million surplus based on current and anticipated spending trends.
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Legislation amends definitions for affordable housing and local government jurisdictions.
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State regulates medical cannabis from seed to sale and establishes a taxation framework.
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New law addresses foreign partnerships controlled by adversarial entities using false documents.
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Legislation clarifies review processes for child death and near-fatality assessments
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
At the Feb. 11 meeting the Somerville Finance Committee recommended approval of agenda items 1–21. The slate included minutes approvals, multiple contract extensions, grants (EPA $2.5M; HUD $2.4M), CPA appropriations, a $100,000 water-judgment appropriation and prior invoices.
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Law updates impact fee schedules for new housing units and includes low-income exemptions.
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Legislators revise Tennessee Code on charitable organization solicitation practices.
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New legislation mandates fatality reviews for children in state care to enhance safety.
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Legislature amends RCW 69.41.010 to broaden medication assistance in community care.
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Commission creates forms, licenses, and website to manage medical cannabis in Tennessee.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The committee recommended approval of a slate of Community Preservation Act appropriations including $365,000 to Somerville Community Land Trust, $1,475,428 to the Affordable Housing Trust, and other historic- and open-space projects totaling roughly $2.6 million across several awards.
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Department of commerce to audit compliance for affordable housing tax exemption properties.
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Governor establishes guidelines for board appointments focusing on compliance and diversity representation.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Somerville city council finance analyst Mohammed Uddin presented a FY25 second-quarter spending update that projects a roughly $22 million operating surplus using mid-December spending trends; a conservative adjustment yields a $18 million estimate. Staff noted seasonal and personnel changes could alter the final result.
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Tennessee revises crime definitions to enhance public safety starting July 2025.
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Tennessee allocates medical cannabis tax revenues to law enforcement, agriculture, and veterans services.
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Cities must permit transitional and supportive housing in residential areas starting September 2021.
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Washington legislators aim to increase affordable housing in urban areas with tax incentives.
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New legislation modifies summons process for out-of-state defendants and court records maintenance.
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Commission members and relatives prohibited from cannabis business licenses and interests
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Legislature clarifies definitions of affordable housing and investment projects for communities
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Parks & Rec and DPW leaders told the finance committee they intentionally did not operate an ice surface this winter at Founders Memorial Skating Rink because of utility costs, short ice-season windows and broader programming goals; staff plan new removable flooring to increase year-round community use but noted staging and storage would be needed.
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Law requires owner notification for changes in multifamily development use to maintain tax exemption.
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Commission collaborates to create a system ensuring proper tracking of medical cannabis products
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Insurers must report fire loss claims and details to the Washington insurance commissioner.
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Tennessee lawmakers increase water regulation compliance timeline from five to seven days.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
City lawyers told the finance committee the city will appropriate $100,000 from Water Enterprise Fund retained earnings to satisfy a jury verdict for negligent water meter installation; the larger breach-of-warranty claim was dismissed and may be the subject of appeal.
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Law mandates penalties and definitions for self-service checkout usage in grocery stores
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The finance committee recommended approval to accept a $2,400,000 congressionally directed HUD grant to support internal street grid and open-space improvements for the Clarendon phase 2 development; staff warned the grant carries a period-of-performance that could invite clawback if not expended by Aug. 31, 2031.
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Commission mandates testing and safety protocols for cannabis products to ensure public health.
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Healthcare providers must not discriminate against patients for owning firearms starting July 2025.
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Superintendent will publish per-pupil funding allocation reports on website for school districts.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
City finance committee moved to recommend approval of three three-year time-only contract extensions for design, owner’s project management and construction-manager-at-risk services on the Poplar Street pump station and accepted a $2,500,000 EPA grant requiring a 20% match already covered by city bonds.
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Tennessee lawmakers redefine cigarette definition to include heated tobacco products.
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Washington law allows aggrieved employees to seek civil penalties and recover damages.
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Lawmakers allocate increased funding for grades 6-12 career and technical education courses.
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Tennessee General Assembly enacts SB393 to establish professional music therapy advisory committee
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Secretary may require health care organizations to report unprofessional conduct by license holders.
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Legislation allocates funding for basic education including career and technical education programs.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Tower Construction wins Charlton Fire Department substation project with significantly lower bid.
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Legislation modifies restrictions on privately owned properties in tourism development zones
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Senate Bill 655 amends officer removal procedures with new district attorney appointment provisions.
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Washington revises funding distribution for high schools based on meal eligibility and CTE courses.
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Tennessee adds new law to enhance school security with walk-through metal detectors.
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State funding guidelines provide extra instructional hours for bilingual and highly capable students
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Secretary mandates licensing rules for reporting unprofessional conduct among physicians.
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Tennessee lawmakers modify lifetime sportsman license provisions for adopted children.
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Tennessee introduces grants to improve school safety with portable metal detectors for at-risk districts
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Tennessee amends survey records law to enhance privacy and data publication rules.
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LEA authorizes vendors to collect data on portable metal detector usage and outcomes
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At its Feb. 11 meeting the Board of Selectmen approved the Jan. 28 meeting minutes, appointed Robert Coleman to the Old Home Day Committee, accepted the resignation of a Council on Aging activities assistant effective June 30, 2025, and approved a special alcoholic beverage license for the Charlton Fire Department dinner.
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Superintendent establishes funding rules for nurses, counselors, and other support staff.
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Owners must notify buyers of appraisals and allow cancellation rights within specified periods
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Tennessee legislators change money transmission deadline from November 1 to October 15
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Local education agencies to contract for portable metal detector deployment within one year.
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New law requires hospitals to track missed and waived meal periods starting January 2026
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Tennessee revises legal notice requirements for metals recycling facilities effective July 2025
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Building Commissioner Kurt Meskis presented a draft street-address numbering policy to the Board of Selectmen that clarifies assignment rules, reporting to 9-1-1, side-of-street conventions and procedures; the board will review the draft and may consider action at the Feb. 25 meeting.
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Law prohibits animal abandonment without reasonable care arrangements starting July 1, 2025.
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Washington State outlines meal funding allocations for low-income qualifying schools through 2026.
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Officials must evaluate effectiveness and challenges of portable metal detectors in schools.
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The security system processes 1500 individuals per hour and supports mobility devices.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The fire department substation committee reported it accepted general-contractor bids for a new station; the committee identified Tower Construction of Princeton, R.I., as the lowest and most advantageous bidder and said contract execution is underway with a potential ground-breaking in about two months. The transcript contained an apparent typo in
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Employers must provide scheduled meal and rest breaks according to updated guidelines.
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Legislature enacts amendments to ensure local government planning meets growth management standards
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Tennessee Senate Bill 389 enhances penalties for reckless endangerment categorized as community terrorism.
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District introduces advanced metal detectors for improved safety at school events
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Legislature establishes clear guidelines for meal and rest breaks in hospitals statewide.
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Court requires global positioning monitoring for individuals sentenced to probation or parole.
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Legislature enacts measures to improve internet access and digital skills in Washington.
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Department of Education to award grants for metal detectors by July 2025
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Individuals may apply for restricted licenses post-revocation if they demonstrate necessity.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
RACE Foundation board members briefed the Board of Selectmen on local heating and cooling grant programs for Charlton residents age 60 and over, reported 609 applications and more than $200,000 awarded since 2009, and urged recruitment to rebuild volunteer capacity and revive signature fundraising events.
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Individuals may apply for unrestricted driver licenses five years after rehabilitation approval.
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Tennessee enacts the FREE Act, enhancing parental control over children's education options.
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New law exempts home school families from compulsory attendance and state assessments
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Fire Chief Barton told the Board of Selectmen the department has purchased five Hoss Alert transponders to broadcast automatic warnings to drivers using navigation apps and newer vehicles when emergency lights are activated; the town will pilot the system on highway-response apparatus and monitor costs and effectiveness before expanding.
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Washington office coordinates outreach and develops state digital equity plan for low-income areas.
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Tennessee amends law to classify community terrorism as reckless endangerment effective July 2025
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SB383 allows state court actions for declaratory or injunctive relief against government actions.
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Office promotes public-private partnerships to improve broadband services in underserved areas.
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Tennessee amends laws to clarify home school requirements for parents of school-age children.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Select Board ratifies appointment of Mark Flanagan to lead the Department of Public Works
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Tennessee lawmakers approve new voter registration rules for party affiliations and unaffiliated designation.
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Tennessee mandates report on digital currency contributions by September 2025 for campaigns
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Governor's new office aims to improve broadband access and adoption across Washington.
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Tennessee removes school attendance requirements for driver license and learner's permit applicants.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Town of Southborough Select Board voted 4-0 on Feb. 12, 2025, to appoint Mark Flanagan, currently of Paxton, to a hands-on working foreman role in the Department of Public Works effective immediately.
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Washington establishes broadband service goals for all businesses and residences by 2028.
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TennCare health benefit plans must cover biomarker testing for diagnosis and management by 2026.
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Legislation supports rural families by easing land subdivision restrictions for housing and farming.
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Assembly amends codes to expand biomarker testing coverage for patients in Tennessee
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Community discusses pet photo contest and plans for a spring family event.
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Tennessee exempts homemade food items from most regulations to promote local production.
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Law creates Tennessee juvenile justice review commission to enhance oversight and reform.
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Tennessee lawmakers enact changes to the Protect Tennessee Minors Act affecting minors' protections.
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Commission identifies deficiencies in juvenile justice systems and proposes necessary changes
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At its Feb. 11 meeting, the Southborough Youth Commission heard a director's report on a new universal financial-assistance application (moved to DocuSign), a three-part community needs assessment, and several outreach and fundraising plans. The commission approved minutes from its Jan. 14 meeting and adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
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Consumer cooperatives must reserve board seats for nonmanagerial employees selected by peers.
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Health benefit plans must include coverage for biomarker testing based on scientific evidence
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New guidelines highlight acts of aggression and self-harm among delinquent juveniles
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Tennessee urges revenue department to analyze economic effects of tax net adjustments by 2026.
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Associations with 2500+ employees must reserve board seats for nonmanagerial staff.
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1, School Districts , Colorado
Assistant principal Kayla Rose recalls crafting memories from childhood Valentine's celebrations.
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General Assembly enacts new two-year insurance license validity and deadline changes
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Tennessee updates voter registration rules to enhance signature verification and responsibility.
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Tennessee enacts SB444 to form a commission for juvenile justice evaluations and concerns.
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Legislature creates commission to review and recommend improvements in juvenile justice cases
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1, School Districts , Colorado
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1's health insurance advisory team said it is leaning toward recommending the district keep a PPO employee plan for 2025-26, but acknowledged an estimated $600,000 shortfall and will crowdsource savings ideas and survey staff before finalizing a recommendation.
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House Bill 1735 defines force-feeding and outlines penalties in Washington State.
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Children's services to investigate need for new juvenile detention facility by January 2026
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Legislation defines voter signatures for registration and absentee ballot applications.
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New law prohibits force-feeding birds and selling foie gras produced by this method.
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Lawmakers amend multiple Titles in Tennessee Insurance Code with Senate Bill 999.
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Legislators update licensing criteria for various healthcare professionals in Washington state.
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Virtual schools must adopt state-approved curriculum by July 2025 to meet standards.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Planning board supports maintaining town overlay for Woodland Drive property amid redevelopment plans.
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Governor names commission members focused on juvenile justice and child development expertise
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TBI creates a public registry for persistent domestic violence offenders with detailed information.
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Law addresses repeat domestic abuse offenses starting January 2026 for convicted individuals.
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New legislation activates instantly to enhance public welfare measures.
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Legislature highlights veterinary shortage impacting animal welfare and food safety in Washington
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Finance Committee members supported the Planning Boards positive recommendation on Article 61 (a proposed LUG2-to-R20 rezoning that would make a contiguous 3-acre portion of Woodland Drive R20), after lengthy discussion and neighborhood meetings about density, sewer capacity and deed restrictions to prioritize attainable, year-round housing.
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Tennessee enacts law reimbursing local property taxes for disabled veterans starting 2025
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Tennessee updates claims filing timeline for compensation related to exonerated convictions.
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Court clerks must promptly report convictions to TBI under new registration rules.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Finance Committee supported Planning Boards motion for a temporary moratorium on tertiary dwellings while the town studies effects of the state Affordable Homes Act, and recommended a suite of housekeeping bylaw amendments to match state definitions for accessory dwelling units and related terms.
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Legislature creates work group to recruit and retain large animal veterinarians in Washington
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New law secures investigatory information during open criminal investigations in Tennessee
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Tennessee General Assembly unveils Savanna's Law targeting persistent domestic violence offenders.
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Tennessee amends law to allow case transfers to veterans treatment courts in neighboring counties.
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Tennessee General Assembly adjusts education deadline from May 1 to May 15.
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Tennessee law changes aim to reduce costs and barriers for biosimilar medicines access.
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The act takes effect immediately to improve public welfare.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At a Feb. 10 Finance Committee meeting, members reviewed master-plan implementation zoning map amendments and voted to support most Planning Board recommendations, while agreeing with the Planning Board�to take no action now on several conservation-owned parcels.
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Legislators outline measures to protect energy systems from various threats under HB 1610.
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Tennessee amends redistricting laws requiring comptroller to report precinct line changes.
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Education act effective July 1, 2025, impacting subsequent school years.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Nantucket allocates $2.7M for historic preservation including St. Paul's Church and housing authority.
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Tennessee lawmakers amend state contract duration to 180 days, enhancing administrative efficiency.
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Tennessee amends code to mandate online publication of waste management reports starting 2025.
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HB 1725 allows pharmacists to sell biosimilars cheaper than prescribed biological products.
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Tennessee amends law to provide free meals for eligible students in public schools
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Public utilities must now comply with clean energy requirements using specified renewable sources.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
On Feb. 11 the committee approved multiple warrant articles for the 2025 town meeting — including the Community Preservation Fund appropriation and capital items — and deferred two items for further capital committee review; the Tom Nevers bike‑path request was returned to CAPCOM for rework.
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Tennessee enacts legislation to officially recognize November as Diabetes Awareness Month.
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Tennessee honors Declaration of Independence by establishing June as Celebration of Life month.
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Legislature enacts measures to eliminate barriers for biosimilar medicines and reduce costs.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After extended public and committee discussion, the Select Board and Finance Committee voted 6–3 to place a warrant article authorizing construction of a new Our Island Home on the Sherburne Commons site on the 2025 town meeting warrant; town staff say the project carries a large operating deficit and heavy long‑term debt service but would retain a
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Tennessee enacts law to support school turnaround experts in priority exit efforts.
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New regulation mandates pharmacists to substitute biosimilars unless specified otherwise by patients.
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Treasurers must ensure political contribution reports are accurate and accessible for inspection.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The property at 3 Mass Court will be split into two lots for development.
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Tennessee amends sewage disposal regulations, extending review period from four to five days.
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Tennessee legislators expand court authority for orders of protection in domestic abuse cases.
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Tennessee enacts law promoting education, workforce entry, marriage, and parenting sequence.
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Local education board and turnaround committee must agree on plan by April 1.
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Treasurers must file weekly reports of bank deposits and maintain accurate account records.
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Legislation allows minimum $4000 damages for plaintiffs in intentional discrimination lawsuits.
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Legislation ensures payment obligations for decertified self-insured employers in Washington.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Town Real Estate Assessment Committee re-elected John Brescher as chair, approved previous meeting minutes, and heard an announcement that Bob Dostrowski will begin as real estate specialist on Feb. 18; the committee also confirmed a March meeting is likely.
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New law mandates appraisal clauses in auto insurance effective January 1, 2026.
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New legislation allows simultaneous review of lot splits and residential building permits.
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Tennessee's new law establishes a program for intervention in priority schools statewide
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Legislators support Success Sequence Act to promote stability for children from married families.
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Tennessee Senate Bill 398 prohibits race-based policies for state entity boards.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Town Real Estate Assessment Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Select Board consent to conveyance and a lot merger that will leave the same number of buildable lots while moving a parcel from 3 Mass Court Avenue to the adjoining property at 7 Mass.
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Legislature aims to simplify lot splitting to boost homeownership opportunities in Washington.
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Local boards must establish committees for schools in intervention by September 30.
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Tennessee legislators amend cannabis regulations with new HB 390 and SB 459.
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Tennessee requires teachers to complete AI professional development by August 2027
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Lawmakers restrict health carriers from imposing conditions on state-owned hospital participation.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Jill Veith conducts roll call with all council members present.
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Senate Bill 445 modifies notification period for district public defenders to ten business days
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Tennessee's SB583 aims to support after school programs in high juvenile offense areas.
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Tennessee amends health insurance laws to include psychiatric collaborative care model.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Members of the towns Capital Committee (CAPCOM) agreed to revise how projects are coded and scored in the Rory capital-request system and scheduled follow-up meetings after raising concerns about unclear criteria, ranking math and repeat requests. Finance staff explained how unused borrowing authorizations and debt-exclusion funds are handled and,
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Legislature increases access to affordable child care for families with children under 19.
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Tennessee updates blasting law to require free documentation for property owners
Denton City, Denton County, Texas
Economic development staff summarized January activity: small-business workshops and entrepreneur supports, a downtown PID information session, marketing materials, recruitment statistics (10 leads in January, 25 active projects) and upcoming events including a governor’s small-business summit and a proposed April 2026 Fine Arts Theater opening.
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Legislature amends child care benefits eligibility to support small business employees
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Tennessee requires health plans to cover mental health services via PCCM starting July 2025
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Tennessee amends lease rules through Senate Bill 625 for special space requirements.
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Tennessee law now allows nonprofits to obtain motor vehicle dealer licenses under new criteria.
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Tennessee amends tax laws to exempt broadband equipment and services from taxation
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State employees gain additional paid and unpaid holiday options for faith and personal reasons
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Tennessee General Assembly raises court clerks' fees to $125 effective July 1, 2025.
Denton City, Denton County, Texas
City staff presented a draft, data-intensive competitiveness study RFP to benchmark Denton against DFW peers, evaluate incentives and return on investment, and analyze infrastructure constraints; the draft lists a $50,000 budget and a March 28, 2025 proposal deadline.
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Legislature amends RCW to include December 12 as a state legal holiday.
Denton City, Denton County, Texas
At its Feb. 2 meeting, the Economic Development Partnership Board received an update on the 2020 economic development strategic plan, heard staff report on the Catalyst Fund balance and funding history, and discussed concerns that limited water and wastewater capacity in parts of the city could hinder recruitment and development.
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Tennessee amends tort liability laws for independent school bus contractors and education boards.
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Tennessee enacts law allowing weight management services in pharmacy agreements.
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General Assembly enacts new civil liability rules for commercial entities in Tennessee
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Washington legislature commemorates the passionate Seahawks fanbase known as the 12s
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
At a Feb. 12 special magistrate hearing, the city ordered property repairs, time-limited compliance and daily fines for a series of code-enforcement and parking-citation cases, and gave businesses deadlines to obtain permits or certificates of use.
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Tennessee enacts SB440 to exempt specific benefits from mandatory insurance coverage starting July 2025.
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New law encourages apprenticeship employment in state construction projects worth over $1 million.
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Legislature celebrates global community of Seahawks fans with Day of the 12s recognition.
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Tennessee establishes grant fund to assist families with unpaid medical expenses of deceased.
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Miami commissioners question local preference impacts on janitorial contract awards at MIA.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee creates fund to help next of kin pay medical debts of deceased TennCare enrollees
Miami-Dade County, Florida
After public comment from incumbent employees and competing bidders, the Miami‑Dade County Board of County Commissioners moved to reject Area A proposals and directed the county mayor to negotiate janitorial contracts with ABM Aviation and Flagship Aviation. Commissioners criticized past contract structure, questioned the application of local-pre‑f
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Tennessee amends law allowing voting rights restoration for some felons after three years.
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Senate Bill 493 updates civil forfeiture evidence standard to clear and convincing evidence.
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New law prohibits public universities from requiring student on-campus residency in Washington
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The act will apply to the 2025-2026 school year and beyond.
Jackson Town Council, Jackson, Teton County, Wyoming
At a special retreat the Jackson Town Council and staff reviewed the town's five-year financial outlook, discussed priorities including housing, land-development rules, capital maintenance and transit, and asked council members to signal which projects to advance in this budget cycle.
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Tennessee lawmakers expand family leave to cover adoption from placement to final order.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
Baillie Gifford aims to adapt strategies and improve performance amid challenging market cycles.
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Legislature adds student member to state board for community and technical colleges
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Senate Bill 310 modifies rules for autonomous vehicles transporting passengers and goods in Tennessee.
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Tennessee law now classifies animal cruelty as a Class A misdemeanor with community service required.
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Tennessee General Assembly enacts amendments to multiple titles of corrections code.
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Legislature enhances community college governance by adding a student member to the board.
Marin County, California
Speaker highlights contributions of Main Street Moms and Golden Gate Village volunteer groups.
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Second-class cities must report bids for certified minority women contractors to commerce department.
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General Assembly creates fund to support disaster recovery in counties affected by Hurricane Helene.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
At its Feb. 12, 2025 meeting the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government Police and Fire Retirement Fund board approved routine financial items, authorized medical referrals for disability applications, extended the Callan contract and voted to send a support letter on House Bill 146 contingent on board review.
Marin County, California
The board approved the annual Section 8 Management Assessment Program certification unanimously and heard a Housing Choice Voucher quarterly update noting 90% occupancy and a temporary voucher issuance freeze due to HUD shortfall rules, with limited exceptions.
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Tennessee legislators revise invasion of privacy laws targeting hidden camera use and multiple victims.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
At the Feb. 12, 2025 meeting of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government Police and Fire Retirement Fund board, Baillie Gifford managers acknowledged sustained underperformance, outlined process changes, and the fund's consultant recommended an international-equity structure study to determine whether the current allocation and manager mix (Ba
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Counties will administer grants to aid households with property repair and utility costs.
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Tennessee updates legal code to protect victims of unlawful photography alongside other offenses.
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Legislation caps technical college tuition fees at regional university rates.
Marin County, California
The Marin Community Foundation and Marin County Housing Authority updated the board on year-one grants from the Golden Gate Village Resident Empowerment Fund, reporting $500,000 awarded to nine grantees and noting the need for clearer financial reporting and better outcomes metrics going into year two.
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Tennessee updates law for alcohol consumption in cities over 350000 residents.
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Tennessee amends laws to include protections for voyeurism victims effective July 1, 2025.
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Counties must publish detailed reports on Hurricane Helene recovery fund applications and disbursements.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
City council approves variance request to build house with two-car garage in Quincy.
Broomfield County, Colorado
Broomfield plans ranked voting as state audit rules delayed until January 2026
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Victims of sex trafficking and domestic violence can vacate class B and C felony convictions.
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New sections allow for vacating convictions linked to prison riots in youth facilities.
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Tennessee allows high schools to offer state-funded academic Bible courses starting in 2025
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Tennessee emergency management agency distributes recovery grants to counties impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Broomfield County, Colorado
City attorney said the first parcel (Lot 2) for the Broomfield Town Square project has been transferred to start business improvement district formation; council will consider the BID and Urban Renewal Authority on Feb. 25 and March 25.
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New amendments allow certain offenders to apply for vacation of their conviction records.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board nominated and approved Martin Akins as chairman, elected a vice chair and clerk, and unanimously voted to waive reading of previous minutes.
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Tennessee amends charitable gaming laws, allowing nonprofits to apply for events from 2025.
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Tennessee amends election code to allow defect notifications for petition filings.
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Court grants motions for resentencing by excluding prior prison riot offenses at hearings.
Broomfield County, Colorado
On second reading the council amended the effective date for ranked-choice voting implementation to the Nov. 2, 2027 coordinated election, citing missing state audit rules and higher-than-expected costs.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board approved a variance for a single‑level rear addition at 305 Meadow Street after neighbors and DPW registered no opposition.
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Legislation protects identities in undercover operations while allowing aggregate data to be released.
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Court establishes criteria for petitioners seeking restoration of citizenship rights.
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Legislation ensures stricter privacy protections for student information and emergency contacts.
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Senate Bill 603 requires Tennessee to report scholarship data annually to education committees.
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Tennessee court sets conditions for individuals seeking restoration of voting and firearm rights.
Broomfield County, Colorado
Council heard a legislative update from staff and voted to oppose a telecom permitting bill, oppose unless amended a bill allowing housing on faith and educational land, and seek amendments to a transportation bill, citing concerns about unfunded mandates and local control.
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Legislators reenact RCW 42.56.230 to exempt email addresses of agency communications subscribers.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The board approved a variance to demolish and rebuild a single‑family home at 10 Saint Germain Street, setting a starting home location at 39 feet and a four‑foot fence section beginning at the end of the house; the decision followed site visits and additional submitted materials.
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Tennessee amends law on child forensic interview procedures for legal admissibility.
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Convicted felons may regain voting rights only through state or federal pardons.
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Lawmakers restrict personal information release for lottery players and bump-fire stock participants.
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New law clarifies design-build and project delivery methods for local governments
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board granted a variance, special permit and flood‑plain relief for a third-floor addition at 170 Roader Street but directed staff to describe the work as a two-and-a-half‑story design with dormers (Option 3).
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Legislation mandates public auction for unredeemed impounded vehicles after 15 days.
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Tennessee's General Assembly mandates annual reporting on regional authority projects and financing
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Tennessee amends codes to facilitate voter registration for eligible individuals.
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Tennessee enacts law restoring voting rights for felons convicted before January 15, 1973.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request to allow three balconies above an existing garage at 1 Edwin Street after the applicant did not appear for the hearing.
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Legislature mandates state agencies to revise rules for students pursuing advanced coursework.
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Tennessee amends environmental code to change deadline to February 15 for compliance
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Tennessee General Assembly enacts law requiring sex segregation in minors' residential facilities
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Tennessee updates eligibility criteria for felons seeking restoration of voting rights.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Quincy Zoning Board approves variance for Kyle Costa's single-level addition at 35 Meadow Street.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Forecast predicts health insurance premiums will rise by at least 10 percent this year.
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House Bill 1722 aims to remove age barriers for career training and licensing opportunities.
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Tennessee General Assembly amends occupancy tax duration from three years to four years.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At its organizational portion of the meeting the board nominated and elected Martin Akins as chairman, nominated Mr. Chin as vice chairman, and re-elected Kathleen Griffin as clerk by unanimous voice/ballot.
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Legislation reclassifies certain offenses from Class A misdemeanor to Class D felony.
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Assembly enacts law ensuring just compensation for removal of outdoor advertising devices
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Tennessee amends broadband law to change business days to calendar days
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Legislature approves funding from budget stabilization account for fire suppression in 2024.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At a Feb. 6 Budget Balancing Committee meeting, Town of Norwood staff said a Group Insurance Commission (GIC) projection of a 10.5% health‑insurance increase would add roughly $467,000 to shared costs and push a projected budget shortfall toward $9 million. Committee members set interim targets (contractual obligations, transportation, and up to 5F
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The ZBA granted a variance for a 12-foot rear addition at 35 Meadow Street; neighbors spoke in favor and DPW reported no comments.
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Legislation establishes new misdemeanor classifications for driving violations in Tennessee
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Tennessee amends code to allow electronic distribution of pretrial release forms.
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Tennessee enacts tire size rules to maintain vehicle safety starting July 1, 2025.
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New law mandates timely insurance information collection from motor vehicle accident patients
Appropriations - Government Operations Division, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Council approves budget allocations including $1.1M for salary benefits and $1.8M in grants
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board approved a variance to construct a new single-family dwelling at 10 Saint Germain Street, imposing a fence height transition and a specified front setback as part of the approval.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Quincy Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance and special permit for 170 Roader Street to add living space while directing staff to describe the approved work as a two-and-a-half–story design with dormers rather than a full third floor.
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Small businesses can join a program for property and liability risk coverage across states.
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Tennessee law mandates salary supplements for campus police completing required training by 2025.
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Tennessee mandates annual reports on water resource permit applications and compensatory mitigation.
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Legislation established with a July 1, 2025 effective date for public welfare.
Appropriations - Government Operations Division, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Appropriations Government Operations Division advanced House Bill 1016 (adjutant general and Department of Emergency Services), approving amendments that add federal carryovers and Strategic Investment Fund (SIF) appropriations for readiness centers, Camp Grafton projects and a new STORM (Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitg.)—
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Legislation allows small businesses to form joint self-insurance programs for risk management.
Appropriations - Government Operations Division, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Appropriations Government Operations Division approved an amendment to House Bill 1009, the Agriculture Commissioner’s budget, incorporating policy and funding changes including one-time grants, a $3 million grasslands appropriation from Bank of North Dakota profits and adjustments to FTE pools and operating costs. The measure passed on a
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Quincy City Zoning Board of Appeals denied an application for 1 Edwin Street after the applicant failed to appear for a scheduled hearing; the board cited repeated absences as the reason for denial.
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Tennessee honors Sister Smithson for her contributions to education and charter schools.
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Tennessee amends DUI law reducing legal blood alcohol limit to 0.15%
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Legislature approves new chapter facilitating joint self-insurance for property and liability risks.
Joint Technology Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
Senator Marshman emphasizes project's importance linked to step pay system for funding.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Revere seeks partnership with Community Music Center to provide inclusive music therapy sessions.
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Health care entities must submit annual reports to the Department starting June 30, 2027.
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The legislature creates a task force to analyze and improve Washington's court system operations.
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Task force to include diverse members focusing on civil rights and judicial issues
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Lawmakers unite to address disparities in court rules and technology access for Washingtonians
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Lawmakers enact law allowing voluntary waiver of firearm rights in Tennessee
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Government entities must avoid foreign adversary-owned contracts for traffic enforcement by July 2025.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Government bans contracts with foreign adversary-owned vendors for LiDAR and Wi-Fi technology.
Joint Technology Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
Lawmakers questioned a $1.6 million cash‑funded request for a gang database after staff said alternate, lower‑cost vendors may be available; the Joint Technology Committee agreed to add a footnote asking the Joint Budget Committee to fund only a lower‑cost option.
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Washington state appoints members representing various judicial and legal associations for HB 1909.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Members reported on a recent COTA Commission and Disabilities Alliance meeting covering a DPC documentation project, efforts to preserve hybrid meeting options, Operation Access parking enforcement, and an RFP for adaptive bike-share features.
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Court may block transactions threatening state economic and public health security.
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Tennessee amends employment law to change notice period to ten calendar days
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Legislation prohibits foreign companies from controlling state critical infrastructure operations
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Institutions prohibited from using applicants' race or ethnicity in financial aid assessments
Joint Technology Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
The Colorado Department of Education requested a late IT capital appropriation to replace spreadsheet-based school finance calculations with a flexible, auditable system; the department requested $3 million this year with a $6 million out‑year and lawmakers proposed a $600,000 phased start to fund RFI/RFP, data migration planning and architecture.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
State outlines regulations for contracts involving foreign adversaries and critical infrastructure access.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts program to improve maternal health for medically at-risk pregnant individuals.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The commission approved sending a proposal to the Revere Parks and Recreation Department to host hybrid music therapy workshops and follow-up therapy sessions for people with disabilities, beginning with three one-hour workshops in March and potential weekly sessions in April.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Bureau selects managed care organization and vendor for remote patient monitoring services
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
New bill mandates pensions for workers with permanent total disabilities, despite previous lump sum payments.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee Senate passes legislation prohibiting race-based discrimination in college admissions.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Revere Commission on Disabilities voted to approve a draft letter regarding "processing safety at the beach" and authorized staff to send the letter on commission letterhead after the chair adds the exact date.
Joint Technology Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
Legislators and Department of Personnel and Administration staff discussed whether to trim a multiyear payroll modernization request that the department says is needed to implement the Colorado WINS step‑pay program; legislators proposed smaller interim funding and asked for cost scenarios.
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
Law establishes wage compensation scales for injured workers based on marital status and children.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Lawmakers revise privacy definitions in Tennessee's unlawful exposure statutes effective July 2025
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Officials introduce a pilot program for remote monitoring of maternal hypertension and diabetes
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Committee expresses concerns over financing a new building and voter support at town meeting.
Joint Technology Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
The Joint Technology Committee discussed a reduced phase‑3 IT funding request from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to complete permitting, oil-and-gas reporting and compliance modules; the department proposes an immediate $2 million tranche focused on three core components.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends law to raise property tax relief threshold for veterans to $250,000
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
Lawmakers prioritize mitigation of debris impact on fish health after environmental events.
Legislative Audit Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
Colorado's long term care facilities struggle with low occupancy rates following the pandemic.
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
New law shields community safety programs from liability in behavioral health crisis interventions
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Bureau allocates $600,000 for maternal hypertension and diabetes pilot program starting 2025
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Acton’s Finance Committee reviewed the ALG budget spreadsheet, recommended a 3% operating-growth guideline, flagged reserve erosion if free cash is used, and asked municipal departments to identify roughly $768,000 in reductions to reach the committee’s target.
Legislative Audit Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
The Office of the State Auditor presented a FY2026 budget request with flat general fund, planned salary/benefit adjustments aligned to common policies, and a small net decrease overall; the Legislative Audit Committee approved the proposed budget and authorized minor changes directed by the Executive or Joint Budget Committee.
Legislative Audit Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
The committee approved an Office of the State Auditor scoping request to research the Department of Personnel and Administration’s performance in meeting statutorily directed contracting goals for service‑disabled veteran‑owned small businesses; the office will compute potential audit scope within a 40‑hour scoping period and return to the LAC with
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee General Assembly amends consumer protection fund limit to 50 billion dollars
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 605 increases lien notice period from ten to twenty days in Tennessee.
Legislative Audit Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
Department of Health Care Policy and Financing told the Legislative Audit Committee it has taken steps to reduce duplicate and unclear Medicaid correspondence, created a central member‑correspondence team, and set target dates for implementing monitoring tools and vendor contract changes.
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
Legislature amends laws to improve access to state benefits for veterans and military spouses.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Committee members and a public speaker debated a proposed Department of Public Works facility’s footprint, energy systems and whether to present the project to Town Meeting this year, with disagreements on cost, phasing and alternatives to new construction.
Legislative Audit Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
The Office of Economic Development and International Trade told the Legislative Audit Committee that businesses certified nearly $68 million in enterprise zone tax credits in fiscal year 2024 and described program uses including semiconductor supply‑chain projects and large contribution projects such as a hospital capital campaign.
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
Legislation mandates job preference for veterans and spouses in public and private sectors.
Legislative Audit Committee, YEAR-ROUND COMMITTEES, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
State auditors found four state-run Veterans Community Living Centers (VCLCs) ran operating losses and are not fiscally sustainable under current revenues, expenditures and resident census; the Legislative Audit Committee voted to release the performance audit and asked department officials about implementation timelines for recommendations.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends energy code to recognize nuclear energy by July 2025.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Texas law prohibits possession and manufacture of large-capacity magazines with specific exceptions.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends health care reporting to include legislative librarian in SB460.
2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
Board grants up to five years of prior service credit for returning veteran employees.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts law to expand farmers' rights to repair agricultural equipment.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts penalties for violations of consumer protection related to trade practices.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
Senate Bill 59 and Senate Bill 39 gain approval in recent legislative session.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Court mandates certified delivery of extreme risk protection orders and hearing requests
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts measures for secure firearm storage to prevent unauthorized access.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Colorado
During a floor session the Colorado Senate passed four bills — including measures to support victims of mass shootings, an exemption for agricultural buildings from energy reporting, amendments to medical-assistance third‑party liability payments, and new rules for third‑party administration of homelessness programs — and received committee actions
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Court requires compliance with firearm surrender following extreme risk protection order issuance
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
TennCare will not re-evaluate minors' eligibility until they turn eighteen in 2026.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Law mandates biological specimens collected within thirty days post-sentencing in Tennessee.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enhances healthcare access for eligible children under TennCare and CoverKids programs.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Court requires hearings for temporary ex parte extreme risk protection orders within two days.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Guidelines expand access for independent providers to repair agricultural equipment without restrictions.
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
State officials evaluate funding for homelessness consulting and Native American cultural insights.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee General Assembly amends laws to establish standards for certified facility dogs
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law mandates penalties for violations of speculative ticket resale regulations starting July 2025
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The committee reviewed the Department of Mineral Resources budget with department leadership asking for three FTEs (permitting technician, reclamation specialist(s), administrative assistant), one‑time items for a rare‑earth analysis and archeological excavation, and continued funding for abandoned‑well reclamation and oil & gas litigation funds.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Courts must schedule hearings within 14 days for extreme risk protection order petitions.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Legislation allows certified facility dogs to accompany witnesses during court proceedings.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Legislature requires OEMs to provide repair documentation and tools to independent providers
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
General Assembly amends Tennessee ticket resale laws to prohibit speculative ticket sales.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee establishes new guidelines for large-capacity magazines and firearm ownership transfers.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Fire Department will pilot five transponders that broadcast when emergency lights are activated to drivers using navigation apps; town plans to use reimbursements from Massachusetts Turnpike runs and a recent grant to pay initial costs and monitor effectiveness.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New instructions and forms for extreme risk protection orders to be made public by 2026
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Appropriations — Education and Environment Division agreed to place $10 million in the statewide homeless grant line, transfer $25 million of SIF money to the Housing Incentive Fund and voted to recommend a "do not pass" on Senate Bill 02/1930 after adopting portions of the bill into the budget by consensus. The committee also added a one‑time,
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee allocates $5 million for grants to enhance digital career education curricula
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Board members pay tribute to Director Santucci Razi’s two decades of service in Braintree.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends criminal justice code with new submission deadline and committee references.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
After neighborhood meetings and revised plans, the Planning Board approved a major modification on Feb. 11 allowing Alliance Braintree to add a 25-space parking lot (net +20 spaces) with extensive landscaping and an increased as-built surety of $5,000; the board recorded supportive public testimony from residents and staff.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Court issues extreme risk protection orders based on evidence of potential violence.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Law enforcement officers must inform individuals of stop reasons starting January 2026.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee revises evaluation requirements for teachers based on performance scores.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Firefighters purchase five transponders to enhance safety on Massachusetts highways.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts SB325 to mandate annual autism care progress reports by February 1.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee's General Assembly enacts bill addressing discrimination against healthcare providers' ethical beliefs.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee lawmakers amend eminent domain laws to address property use during emergencies.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At the Feb. 11 meeting the board approved minutes from Jan. 28, appointed a member to the Old Home Day committee, accepted a resignation from the Council on Aging activities assistant effective June 30, 2025, and approved a special alcoholic beverage license for the Charlton Fire Department’s dinner on Feb. 28, 2025.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Planning Board approved a minor modification Feb. 11 to install six electric-vehicle chargers (serving 12 spaces) at South Shore Place, 2060 Forbes Road, with a condition that the Fire Department review the proposal prior to building permits.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
General Assembly amends code to classify soil and water conservation district personnel as state employees.
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
House Bill 1214 hearing commences with discussions on budget details and next steps.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Town staff reported the fire substation committee accepted a $12.6 million construction bid from Tower Construction; the town is preparing contracts and expects a possible groundbreaking in about two months.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 423 increases required workplace notice postings from two to three locations.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The board approved a minor modification for Aqua Tots at 238 Grove St. to address dumpster enclosures and an updated landscaping plan, finding the site in compliance with surviving conditions.
Finance and Taxation, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Legislators seek to clarify taxation policies affecting tribal land ownership in North Dakota.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
A draft formal house-numbering policy was circulated for Select Board review; staff said the policy aims to standardize addressing and ensure compliance with an assessor requirement to report addresses to 911.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Legislature amends health insurance laws to support fertility treatment and diagnostics.
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
House Bill 13-81 would change the state aid calculation by reducing the portion of "contribution from other local revenue" deducted from state aid from 75% to 50%. Superintendents and finance staff said the change would help some small or declining districts keep more local revenue but raised equity and precedent concerns for districts with large '
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Legislation mandates filing final right-of-way plans in all affected Tennessee counties.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Health insurers must provide comprehensive fertility services under new Tennessee legislation.
Finance and Taxation, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Senate Bill 2367 was amended to require that agricultural valuation modifiers be applied in a specified order and to institute an initial-application requirement with periodic reassessments. The Finance and Tax Committee approved the amendment and gave the bill a due-pass recommendation as amended.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The local nonprofit reported having made 609 awards totaling more than $200,000 since 2009, said ARPA funds have kept the program operating, and asked the Select Board and community for volunteers to expand outreach and restore its signature fundraiser.
Finance and Taxation, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Jamie Davis asked the Senate Finance and Tax Committee to approve a legislative management study of tribal land taxation during the 2025–26 interim. Tribal members and an enrolled landowner urged a prompt study and suggested stronger language and early timing; no committee vote was taken.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee lawmakers amend court jurisdiction limit to fifty thousand dollars effective July 2025
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The Appropriations - Education and Environment Division voted to advance House Bill 12-14, which would replace the current transportation block grant with a formula tied to the K-12 foundation aid payment, add weighted factors for district size and number of school buildings, and change which mileage/runs are counted. Fiscal staff said the proposal
Human Services, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
McKinsey County Health Service System reduces vitamin D test price from $300 to $15
Human Services, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Human Services Committee adopted amendments and gave due pass recommendations to House Bills 13-38, 15-62 and 14-60 (each as amended), all by unanimous roll calls. Amendments clarified definitions, allowed alternative classroom materials and addressed video monitoring language for adult foster care.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
State Board limits evaluation criteria for teachers, excluding alignment with TVAAS data.
Human Services, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The committee voted unanimously to give HCR 3,011 a due pass after sponsors said hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can help veterans with traumatic brain injury, PTSD and chronic wounds; the resolution asks Congress to provide veterans medical coverage for HBOT.
Finance and Taxation, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
After testimony from state Commerce officials, the Senate Finance and Tax Committee split on House Bill 1107, which would exempt Segal AmeriCorps education awards from state income tax. The committee recorded a tie on a motion to pass, moved a "do not pass" motion that resulted in no committee recommendation, and took no further action.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends education laws for instructional hours and annual evaluations of educators
Human Services, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Human Services Committee voted unanimously to give HCR 3014 a due pass after testimony from nursing and public‑health witnesses who said North Dakotans face unusually high rates of vitamin D deficiency and that testing and targeted prevention could improve outcomes and lower some health costs.
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Local boards must create policies including test scores in final grades for grades 3-8
Human Services, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Committee addresses adoption processes and same-sex couple eligibility in North Dakota.
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
General Assembly enacts changes to children's special services advisory committee structure
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee General Assembly enacts amendments to industrial development division regulations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends TennCare regulations through House Bill 236 affecting finance administration oversight.
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Lawmakers debate potential prohibitions on political organizations funded by taxpayer dollars.
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
At its committee meeting lawmakers recommended passage of multiple bills (including a DFI duties bill and a government-efficiency panel) and held or rejected others; committee amended several measures before votes.
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Industry, Business and Labor Committee voted to give House Bill 1415 a favorable recommendation after testimony that releasing Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation work schedules poses safety risks for staff and secure facilities.