What happened on Saturday, 19 April 2025
        
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Lawmakers enact new tax framework for warehousing and reselling prescription drugs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Advocates call for boosted rent aid and property tax reform at Maui council meeting.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislation enhances efficiency in school districts while ensuring no local tax increases.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members express urgent concerns about affordable housing and infrastructure in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Michelle Oh emphasizes STEM initiatives' role in inspiring young female scientists.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature enacts tax modifications to increase funding for education and public services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislators examine detailed permit map requirements for mining project approvals in Montana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 587 establishes definitions for strip mining and surface owner in Montana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge lower property taxes to ensure affordable housing and community stability.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 567 sets new funding amounts for K-12 programs based on Average Number Belonging.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New legislation sets tax rates for self-service storage facilities in Washington State.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 567 establishes new funding formulas for grades 7 and 8 education in Montana
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Eighth graders at Lokelani advocate for STEM program funding highlighting personal experiences.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Board reviews Arnold Gachupin lawsuit involving Albuquerque Public Schools in private meeting
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature defines mining terms and reclamation processes in HB 587 legislation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature defines material damage related to coal mining and its environmental effects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Parent supports Grow Some Good program, highlighting benefits of school gardens for students.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education met in executive session under the Public Meetings Act to discuss the lawsuit Arnold Gachupin et al v. Albuquerque Public Schools et al (24-276 JMC/KK); the board announced the discussion was limited to the specified matters and provided no further public detail.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Mendon-Upton Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Mendonantes Superintendent Jay Baier presents upcoming capital projects to community members tonight
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature enacts HB 427 requiring penalties for delayed building code responses
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislators discuss changes to land use definitions and coal gasification in HB 587.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                    
                        House Democrats challenge Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship in court.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Mendon-Upton Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Nipmuc considers $600,000 turf project proposal with $7 annual tax impact.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature mandates detailed permit application data to assess environmental impacts from operations.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        Saint Mary's takes the lead in developing roundabouts for the tri-county region.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 427 mandates timely disclosure of building code sections delaying permits in Montana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Mendon-Upton Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Superintendent outlines extensive upgrades to school buildings and sports facilities for safety.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Mendon-Upton Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Superintendent presents capital projects addressing repairs at Nipmuc Regional and Misco Hill schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        High school students advocate for continued county funding of MEDB's STEM initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        County officials address traffic signal issues and ongoing light rail development plans.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Mendon-Upton Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Superintendent Maureen Cohen and Director of Finance Jay Baier outlined three warrant articles — a Nipmuc roof, systemwide facilities upgrades and fields/grounds work — that together would be funded by debt exclusions and covered in part by the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Accelerated Repair Program if approved at upcoming town-me
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        House Bill 427 mandates disclosure of building code references delaying permits or projects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Bill enhances transparency and establishes response timelines for wildfire risk disclosures.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        Chairman announces potential leadership changes as committee reflects on past achievements.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County officials request $2.73M for church renovations and community engagement efforts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana's HB 533 mandates insurers disclose wildfire risk score details to enhance transparency.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        Local officials confirm timely project submissions despite MDOT's website challenges this year
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        Tri County region sees bus ridership rise to 65-67% of pre COVID levels.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members call for wealth tax increases and improved facilities at Kihei parks.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
                        
                    
                        Select Board deliberates safety and liability issues regarding the boat launch proposal.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        House leadership certifies HB 147 for consideration in the 2025 session.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        House Bill 578 mandates counseling for offenders of partner and family member assault.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        Officials express concerns over light rail benefits and discuss trail connectivity projects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents emphasize the critical need for reliable escape routes during fire emergencies.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
                        
                    
                        On April 17, 2025, the Rutland Town Planning Commission voted to enter executive session under a cited state statute for confidential attorney-client communications, approved minutes of March 27, and then adjourned.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        Officials report increased paratransit delays as Navy fails to advertise alternative transport options
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Finance, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
                        
                    
                        House Bill 2081 proposes multiple tax rate increases to support public services and EV initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature enacts lifelong supervision and restitution for offenders in ritual abuse cases.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui AIDS Foundation staff express gratitude for county funding supporting vital health services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
                        
                    
                        After the Town of Rutland's recreational-trails grant application failed, commissioners discussed a lower-cost approach to a proposed pocket park and repeated prior safety and liability concerns about a river boat launch; Mike Rowe was named incoming recreation director effective July 1.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        State Highway reinstates emergency left turn signals to improve traffic safety after two-year wait.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Finance, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
                        
                    
                        Proposed substitute House Bill 2,049, which would change the revenue-growth limit for property taxes to incorporate inflation and population and alter several K–12 funding calculations, was reported out of the Finance Committee with a due pass recommendation after contested debate; staff announced a 9-6 vote in committee.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        KCA proposes Kihei Mauka Collector Road to manage traffic from 7000 new homes in South Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
                        
                    
                        The Town of Rutland Planning Commission on April 17 paused work by its subdivision-regulations subcommittee and said the subcommittee's charge will be revised at the next planning commission meeting; members discussed broader zoning options and cited potential implications from 'act 1 81.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 578 mandates treatment and restitution for offenders of violent or controlling behavior.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        The Transportation Advisory Committee chair said this is likely their last meeting and urged the committee to recruit officers before July 1, remain engaged with ex‑officio partners, and take a more active role in the county Transit Development Plan (TDP).
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Finance, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
                        
                    
                        House Bill 2,084, which would eliminate several tax preferences and change B&O treatment for storage units and prescription-drug warehousing, was reported out of the Finance Committee with a due pass recommendation after multiple amendment votes and debate; final committee tally was 10-5.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Kingsport Fire Department requests prayers following the death of retired Chief Craig Guy.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        St. Mary's County public works staff reported progress on FDR Boulevard Phase 3B, utility relocations and storm‑drain work, and said a feasibility study for Phase 4 has been submitted to the MPO; the county also described multiple sidewalk projects, a Tulagi connection RFP and two roundabouts in design or construction.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Council discusses mayor's proposal to eliminate 6,170 short term rentals in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana's HB 578 establishes penalties for criminal mischief and outlines sentencing policies.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            St. Mary's County, Maryland
                        
                    
                        County transportation staff told the Transportation Advisory Committee they applied to the Maryland Transit Administration for three buses to expand a 23-vehicle fleet, citing multi-year delivery timelines, rising ridership and limits on paratransit service caused by ADA eligibility rules and expiring base access passes.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Austin urges prioritization of local needs over luxury developments in South Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Chuck Carter praises teachers' contributions to student success and dyslexia training efforts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature revises penalties and restitution requirements for criminal mischief offenses.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Finance, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
                        
                    
                        Proposed substitute House Bill 2,077, which would impose taxes on certain transactions involving zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) credits, was reported out of the House Finance Committee with a due pass recommendation after debate and failed amendments; committee vote was 10-5.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        Athens Clarke County enhances collaboration to address local issues effectively.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Commissioner Ward criticizes lack of public education on recent property value increases.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 578 mandates judicial discretion and restitution for victims in sentencing practices.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Teacher promotes STEM Works for empowering students through technology and career opportunities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana updates penalties for partner or family member assault in new legislation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Finance, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
                        
                    
                        The Washington House Finance Committee voted 9-6 to report substitute House Bill 2,081, a multi-part package of changes to Business & Occupation (B&O) tax rates and surcharges, after adopting several amendments affecting thresholds, exemptions and surcharge caps.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        Program targets Clark County residents seeking assistance based on income and residency requirements.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        First American Bank Trust's program supports first-time homebuyers in Athens with ARPA funds.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        The ceremony will honor 22 fallen heroes and is scheduled for May 16, 2025.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Commissioners allocate $68,660 from opioid abatement fund for Sheriff's Office mental health program.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Krishna Tarok highlights Maui AIDS Foundation's initiatives aiding inmates with health education and testing.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana's HB 578 revises laws on restitution, excluding offenders' financial resources from sentencing.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State adjusts tax rates for aerospace development and self-service storage rentals.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        First American Bank collaborates with city and Hattie Whitehead for affordable housing solutions
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Michael Parker reviews industrial park developments and future projects at Bristol meeting.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        First American Bank and Trust outlines $25,000 assistance for Clark County home buyers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Lawmakers repeal tax preferences to increase funding in Washington for education and public safety.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax rates established for international investment services and various business activities in Washington
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Commission approves resolution to allocate $200000 for vetted nonprofit services in Sullivan County
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Outreach workers provide healthcare services and advocate for environmental restoration in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents express concerns about appropriateness of 7000 luxury homes on the island.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        New program offers down payment aid and housing education to enhance community homeownership.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge council to prioritize local needs and support STEM education initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Commissioner Winter announces a new reappraisal plan aimed at reducing property tax disparities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 578 mandates treatment and lifetime supervision for sexual offenders upon release.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kihei residents urge county support for STEM initiatives and affordable housing solutions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        First American Bank increases income eligibility to enhance affordable housing options for families.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
                        
                    
                        First American Bank and Trust, working with Athens-Clarke County ARPA funding and local partners, offers forgivable down payment assistance aimed at first-time homebuyers; eligibility, caps and outreach efforts were described in an ARPA highlight interview.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local advocate calls for housing solutions aimed at benefiting Maui's young residents first.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        Committee passes Department of Digital Services funding with a majority vote of 8 to 1.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Residents express frustration over property assessments exceeding market values during public commission meeting
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 578 establishes life sentences for severe sexual offenses against minors in Montana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana amends HB 578, enhancing penalties for incest and defining consent regulations.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Higa highlights urgent need for critical repairs to historic Ka'aumanu Church in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        The commission approved routine items (minutes, notaries, consent calendar), adopted several agenda items including an opioid-abatement allocation, and rejected a $200,000 nonprofit cap after a 10-11 roll call vote.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        Council unanimously ratifies the Natural Resources Development Division amid brief discussions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County aims to boost local filmmakers and nonprofits through strategic funding measures.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            McLeod County, Minnesota
                        
                    
                        Commissioners approve $105K elevator repair and various electrical projects at county parks.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members stress urgent need for North South Collector Road and improved safety conditions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Chiefs and county officials invited public and officials to a May 16 memorial event at the Benaview Convention Center to honor fallen officers and first responders; organizers expect large attendance and national-level participants.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        Assembly approves funding amendment to bolster Alaska's community assistance for FY '26.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local organizations struggle to find certified kitchens due to recent county shutdowns
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Testifiers call for improved infrastructure and affordable housing in Maui during council meeting
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        The county commission considered a resolution to cap nonprofit funding at $200,000 and to vest review with a committee; debate focused on distribution procedure and whether notices should be sent before budget approval. The resolution failed on the roll call.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            McLeod County, Minnesota
                        
                    
                        At its meeting the McLeod County Board approved dozens of smaller contracts and permits: park and fairgrounds projects funded largely by ARPA and county budgets, multiple conditional use permits for gravel mining and a wedding venue, and the county attorney's contract renewal for legal research access.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai Health Center expands services amid increased patient demand and community support
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents advocate for increased funding and relocation of Molokai police to armory site
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Networks staff reviewed development at multiple county industrial parks and described grant-backed site improvements, a recent lot sale to Siemens and plans to pursue state funding for Airport Parkway improvements.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        Transit officials aim for reduced Saturday service amid ongoing recruitment and retention challenges.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Grow Some Good representatives and school staff said county funding supports garden coordinators, classroom integration and community farm workshops; speakers reported distributing thousands of pounds of produce and student plant starts and asked for continued budget support.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            McLeod County, Minnesota
                        
                    
                        The McLeod County Board approved a conditional use permit for Glencoe Light & Power to install three 3,100‑kilowatt diesel generating units, with the utility committing to perimeter screening; the permit passed on a 3–2 vote after neighbors raised noise and siting concerns.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge Maui County to enhance meal options for seniors addressing nutritional needs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sullivan County, Tennessee
                        
                    
                        Residents pressed county commissioners about steep assessment increases. County assessor staff explained methods used, appeal deadlines and evidence residents should bring to informal hearings; commissioners debated county communication and outreach.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Council member discusses establishing a sister city partnership with Sienna's mayor.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        The Maui Nui Marine Resource Council (MMRC) described reef restoration, a new South Maui coral restoration area and monitoring at 41 beaches; MMRC requested continued county support and partners stressed links between watershed runoff and reef health.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        Council unanimously passes user fee amendments after addressing related questions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            McLeod County, Minnesota
                        
                    
                        The county board approved a not-to-exceed $105,135.71 contract with MEI Total Elevator Solutions to repair the McLeod County Jail elevator, citing security and jury-process impacts. The board authorized the county administrator to act as an alternate representative and asked the budget committee to identify the funding source.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kahumanu (Kaʻaumanu) Church leaders and supporters described structural deterioration of the 1876 sanctuary and asked the council to include restoration funding in the county budget; speakers said permits and bids are in place and the congregation has a project manager and bids between $2 million and $3 million.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County Council hears student testimonies advocating for MEDB's educational initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kuoha highlights importance of STEM and arts education for Molokai's students.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Bear Valley prepares for downtown egg hunt featuring cash prizes and community engagement.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Multiple Maui AIDS Foundation staff and clients described free HIV/Hep C/STI testing, syringe exchange, Narcan distribution, insurance navigation and correctional‑facility education/testing. Speakers asked the council to continue funding the nonprofit's county line items that support these public‑health services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        Assembly members discuss potential budget amendments impacting Carlson Center and local pools
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Residents gather at Mountain Coffee House for coffee with the mayor on a chilly morning
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Testifiers advocate for continued support of STEM programs and Makawao Head Start services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Lindo supports police cadet program and funding for homeless outreach initiatives on Molokai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Multiple students, educators and program coordinators testified in favor of continued county funding for MEDB's STEM Works: speakers described hands‑on learning, internships, conference experiences and local career pathways in healthcare, robotics, visual effects and engineering.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Cerro Coso Community College, Delta Liquid Energy to present at Tehachapi event.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kula community leaders stress urgent measures for fire fuel reduction and resource management.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Housing advocate highlights federal funding cuts contributing to rising evictions and homelessness in Lahaina.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Aina Paa Wrestling Team advocates for funding to support travel and facility improvements.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
                        
                    
                        The Finance Committee on April 19 voted 8–1 to send a recommended FY2026 borough budget to the full Assembly, approving a slate of amendments that lower certain reserve transfers and adjust grant expectations. Committee members debated proposals to close or reduce services at borough facilities and to alter vehicle and capital replacement plans.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        P Dubs hosts Easter events including Cars and Coffee and hunt for kids on Saturday.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Multiple testifiers urged the South Maui committee to prioritize affordable workforce housing, complete the North–South Collector Road and fund evacuation infrastructure after wildfire and flood experience; speakers recommended gap analyses, infrastructure planning and delaying luxury projects until workforce housing exists.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui Growers and Floriculture Collective requests $14,500 budget to support local flower growers
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local organizations report increased demand for support services for the homeless on Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai ranchers seek to boost local beef industry and community engagement amid challenges
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Local organizations host various Easter activities and open mic events for families and artists.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui Growers Collective vice president urges support for local flower growers and agricultural funding
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Huntington Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania
                        
                    
                        Huntington Township announces 2024 audit results and progresses on culvert replacements.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Farmers urge council to continue funding for agricultural community support and pest management.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Advocates call for ongoing financial support for Haiku Head Start during community testimony.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Hui Nui Au requests $125,000 for community art and youth outreach initiatives in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Testifiers from Molokai present community-based projects for food security and energy resilience.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Residents will gather April 22 to clean Antelope Run and promote community spirit.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        STEM Works engages youth in STEM fields, addressing Maui's healthcare staffing challenges.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Gonzales highlights MEDB's impact on STEM education and student engagement in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Hodges calls for increased funding to support Punaalayo school and address budget concerns.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Brandon Baltazar urges Maui officials to install speed bumps for safer school crossings
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Residents can enjoy gardening, food vendors, and a kite show at Meadowbrook Park.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local organizations unite to enhance services for Kupuna and support the arts on Molokai
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Huntington Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania
                        
                    
                        At its April meeting, the Huntington Township Board of Supervisors approved several road-related contracts and bids, authorized the roadmaster to seek a part‑time CDL driver, accepted a conditional low bid for the Meijerstown Road culvert project subject to engineer and solicitor review, and approved the purchase of a used roller.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Chelsea Miguel emphasizes the transformative role of MEDB STEM Works in her education journey.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local lei makers stress need for sourcing native flowers to sustain Hawaii's culture and economy
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Utah Department of Corrections, Offices, Departments, and Divisions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
                        
                    
                        CUCF recognizes Jerry's significant contributions and steadfast support for the team.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Mayor's budget includes tax rate decrease and owner occupied exemptions for property owners.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        Tehachapi Winery's wine club pickup party set for April 26 at 5PM.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents advocate for property tax hikes to support rental assistance and local services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County requests funding to move police station from flood zone to renovated facility.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai Health Center leaders urge council to sustain support amid rising service demand.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Attendees express gratitude for Puneyava Bay funding and encourage civic engagement.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui's Rachel Hauoli seeks council support for establishing Sister City International with Siena.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Commissioner Katie Walters leads effort to establish Bremerton as a true fan zone.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Desalee Santiago advocates for continued budget support for rental and housing assistance in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui Council hears testimonies on budget priorities from community members for fiscal year 2026.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        Keith Ryden presents home sharing application for Rattlesnake Lane with no opposition.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        A resident who studied and lived in Siena asked the council to support a sister‑city relationship and described potential cultural and educational exchanges; she was advised to contact the mayor’s office to begin the formal process.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Residents express concerns over ROI and effective promotion of Port Orchard's initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Club leaders emphasize youth development and request continued funding for programs and resources.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Head Start parents and staff at the Upcountry meeting asked the council to maintain or increase county support for extended Head Start hours and local Head Start centers; separate testimony urged county funding for food preservation, commercial kitchens and programs that increase food access.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Students engage in hands-on STEM activities, boosting interest in technology and careers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui Behavioral Health Resources expands outreach and housing programs following wildfires impact.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Speakers from Kula and surrounding Upcountry communities urged the council to fund fuel reduction, chipping/green‑waste processing, staged water tanks and other wildfire‑preparedness measures as part of the FY2026 planning process.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County agencies announce new dormitory construction and ongoing programs for farmers and community.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        Board permits Airbnb application with guest limit and parking restrictions in Oklahoma City.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        Council grants home sharing permits for six properties with specified conditions and term limits.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Council members express willingness to revive collaboration with Visit Kitsap on tourism initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Multiple residents and tenant advocates urged the council to preserve safety‑net spending, expand rental assistance, enact rent stabilization and consider higher property tax tiers for non‑owner occupied high‑value properties.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Aina Paa wrestling advocates for $30000 to improve facilities and support youth travel competitions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community voices concerns over unaffordable housing and proposed utility price hikes.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Committee allocates $10,000 for local marketing amid construction concerns before FIFA 2026.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Work development initiatives help individuals recover while meeting business workforce needs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Students gain hands-on experience building Bluetooth speakers with women engineers from Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Representatives of the Maui County Farm Bureau and a newly formed Maui Growers & Floriculture Collective told the committee that microgrants and a $14,500 request for the floriculture commodity group would support small local growers and reduce reliance on imported flowers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Dozens of students, teachers and former interns told the Upcountry budget hearing that Maui Economic Development Board programs provide career exposure, robotics and internship pathways and asked the council to continue supporting MEDB funding to schools and after‑school programs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        Oklahoma City Council grants variance approvals for sign size and rear yard setbacks.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        County Real Property Assessment staff told an Upcountry budget hearing that assessments are set at 100% of market value using sales from July 1, 2023–June 30, 2024 and encouraged residents with questions to contact the division.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Council focuses on budget planning for events leading up to FIFA 2026.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maile Davis urges county for more support to enhance Hamakua Open Space clean-up initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Stacy Helm Crivello advocates for funding to enhance Hawaii's local film production capabilities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Mayor's budget includes funding for student travel and food aggregation in Hana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents highlight struggles with housing costs and inadequate local job opportunities in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Official supports proposals to improve road conditions and safety measures in Paia and Makawao.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Council members advocate for funding to aid Maui's economic development and community support initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui offers $200,000 home value exemption for long term rentals to qualifying taxpayers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Committee decides on $15,000 funding allocation for Kitsap County's FIFA project.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Farmer from Haleakala Farm highlights MFSN's role in supporting new agricultural initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai leaders request support for energy sovereignty and sustainable food initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        The Board granted a series of home-sharing special exceptions (renewals and new licenses) with conditions and continued a contentious new application (Case 15886) to May 1 after lengthy public comment about parking, guest limits and neighborhood impacts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Hana School seeks funding for additional teachers as Kayapuni high school enrollment increases.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Funding infrastructure boosts tourism and supports local businesses, says tourism advocate.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community events foster unity and showcase strong support in Makwa.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kuruokawa proposes a community playground, collecting 410 signatures for support.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents request funding for police expansion and celebrate arts education's impact on the community.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        TJ Daya promotes essential youth programs supporting Maui's children and their development.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        The Board of Adjustments approved a rear-yard setback variance for a private gated-lot at 8421 SW 109th Terrace (Case 15898) and continued two other residential setback items (Case 15891 and Case 15853) to the May 1 meeting for additional plan review and documentation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Advocates thank the council for funding youth programs and improving mental health services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
                        
                    
                        The Port Orchard Lodging Tax Advisory Committee voted to forward funding recommendations to the city council that include a $10,000 allocation toward local FIFA-related planning and marketing, using carryover lodging-tax funds and with a contingency to reallocate if a key attraction (the Lady Washington) is unavailable.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents express dissatisfaction with driver conduct regarding keiki and kupuna safety.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Student shares transformative STEM experience leading to engineering career aspirations.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Iolani Kuoha advocates for key educational programs supporting Molokai youth development.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        The City of Oklahoma City Board of Adjustments approved two variances allowing larger median signs for the OKC Adventure District along Martin Luther King Avenue (cases 15889 and 15890). Applicants said the new signs are intended for upcoming major events including FIFA and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County, Wisconsin
                        
                    
                        An unnamed city staff member at Wisconsin Rapids highlighted the city's social media channels, 24/7 TV outlets and public meetings as ways for residents and businesses to stay informed and participate in community planning.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        MEDB plans educational initiatives and Wailuku Film Festival to transform Hawaii's film industry.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge parks department to address recreation needs and improve local facilities in Hana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Pinsky highlights farming programs and climate strategies to support Maui's agricultural community.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        HUI requests $200,000 from the mayor's office for Molokai resiliency hubs and staffing.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Hana Community Association promotes youth advocacy, STEM opportunities, and new playground initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Council discusses support for Punaalayo school and community resilience amidst federal funding cuts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        City of Tehachapi starts asphalt reconstruction, improving streets in Pioneer Park area.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Tehachapi, Kern County, California
                        
                    
                        City staff announced a summer asphalt reconstruction project for the North Side of the Tracks neighborhood in Pioneer Park, naming H, I, J, Hays, Davis and Mojave streets; the city plans to put the street grindings into nearby alleys and said city council has already approved multiple related projects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local organizations request funding to support workforce training and community cleanup efforts on Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        A $200,000 investment facilitates a total of $1.3 million for community initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Testifiers in Hana push for increased funding for local nonprofits and community initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        Board evaluates public safety concerns, delivering 57 letters of support this year.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        Community member expresses gratitude for clear and open discussions about local education.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Council reviews budget proposals for Maui's conservation and farm to school initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members advocate for agricultural support and tax reforms during local testimony session.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        Board members anticipate consistency in leadership with Jared's contract approval and new programs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Captain Jamie Winfrey requests funding to relocate and renovate Molokai Police Department facilities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Hui Nui Au requests funding to expand art programs and support youth in Lahaina.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local leaders emphasize financial investment's impact on East Maui's food security and sustainability.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        Board members aim for full attendance in the community police academy for improved skills.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        Committee discusses risks and costs of dental and vision plans with potential brokers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai Heritage Trust updates on funding and community stewardship initiatives for local kupuna.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai Ag Park moves livestock to support local beef production despite ranching obstacles.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Student highlights STEM Works impact on career exploration and community contributions in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Resident highlights critical road conditions and swimming access challenges in Maui testimony.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Carvalho emphasizes neglect in housing and road conditions during county council testimony.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        Principal Cagle recognizes dedicated staff for their impact on Amador High School community
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County advances food sovereignty and community engagement through expanded local food programs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Manera urges local council to enhance nutritional quality of meals for kupuna in Molokai
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local leaders urge $150,000 funding for agriculture and safer road conditions on Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        Board discusses strategy to update over 500 outdated policies with CSBA's assistance.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Multiple Hana residents told the Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee that county roads and water breaks damage vehicles and impede transportation, requested completion of a playground and skate-park parking, and pressed for faster progress on local affordable housing and pathway projects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                        
                    
                        The Community Public Safety Advisory Board reported reviewing 61 cases in the last year, issued 57 letters of support and four letters of recommendation, highlighted expanded complaint forms in three languages, and recommended letters of support for five cases reviewed in closed session.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local nonprofit leaders, school staff, students and Maui Economic Opportunity officials told the Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee they rely on county grants and OED funding for youth camps, culinary and farm training, kupuna meal distribution, and transportation; several asked the council to maintain or increase support.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Coaches and families told the county budget committee the Aina Paʻa wrestling team needs $30,000 to continue off-island competition travel and to secure a regular facility for practices; parents and athletes described community benefits and heavy fundraising efforts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        Board confirms Jared's contract to enhance district stability and leadership continuity.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Amador County, California
                        
                    
                        The Amador County Unified School District board approved a four-year contract for Jared Critchfield as superintendent, designated Alliant Insurance Services as broker for dental, vision and voluntary benefits, and created a combined administrative and communications officer position while approving several routine agreements and course proposals.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County announces May groundbreaking for a 12 bedroom dorm to address housing needs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Farmers, nonprofit leaders and community members urged the Maui County Council’s Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee to fund acquisition of a 14.5-acre property near the Hana airport for a certified kitchen, aggregation facility and resiliency hub, telling the council the site would support local producers and festival operations.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        City and county officials emphasize collaboration to address addiction challenges in Spokane.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Educators, filmmakers and arts organizations told the county budget committee that Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) STEM programs, MEO transportation and funding to the Molokai Arts Center support student learning, nonprofit capacity and the local creative economy; filmmakers also urged county support for funding to produce video work for non
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        School Committee secures funding for technology purchases amidst budget overview discussions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community advocates emphasize need for budget support to address housing crises in Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Students urge funding from Lehi Economic Development for the Lanai Filipino Community Coalition.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Sheriff raises alarm about increased lethality from drug users switching to powder forms.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui Aids Foundation showcases client resilience amid health and housing crises.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Sustainable Molokai told the budget committee it had completed phase 1 of a food hub/resiliency center and requested continuing support — including $100,000 in operations for existing programs and a $200,000 request to support a Molokai resiliency hub and staffing — and urged the council to use existing community reports in hazard mitigation work.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Educators testify in support of allocating funds to enhance Filipino cultural programs for students.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Health officials clarify overdose death data for Spokane County highlighting housed individuals' risks.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Committee allocates funds for a temporary kitchen and establishes new student scholarships.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Fall 2023 survey shows rising mental health issues and digital media impacts on youth.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai residents and kupuna-program leaders told the Maui County Budget Committee that some older residents receive school-style meals that do not meet elders’ nutritional needs, and urged the county to fund or reconfigure meals to be healthier, culturally appropriate and appealing.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members testify for Bill 41, emphasizing the significance of Filipino culture on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        At a Paia budget hearing, more than 40 residents and nonprofit leaders urged continued or increased county funding for arts and youth programs, STEM and film initiatives, farmer support, food access, behavioral-health services, homeless outreach and conservation programs; several speakers named line-item amounts and program requests.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County Department of Finance Director Marcy Martin told the Budget, Finance & Economic Development Committee that higher market values drove up assessments; she summarized relief programs including a $300,000 owner-occupied exemption, a circuit-breaker credit and a $200,000 long-term rental exemption, and explained application deadlines and re
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Commissioner Kearns advocates for a character-building program to combat drug use among youth
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Leaders of the Molokai Community Health Center told the Budget Committee that construction of an expansion that will double clinic space is on track for completion by June 30 and thanked the council for prior and current funding, including $330,000 earmarked for the dental phase.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local high schoolers advocate for budget support to enhance Filipino language learning opportunities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Vina Singh emphasizes fentanyl's potent risks and advises public caution against unknown substances
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Yamagata High School students showcase Japanese culture while HHS highlights student achievements in various events
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Molokai police leaders told the Maui County Budget Committee the island’s current station is in a flood zone and in poor condition and asked the council to fund renovation of a state-owned National Guard armory for use as a 25-year headquarters; officers also requested support for a youth cadet program and additional patrol capacity.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Richardson seeks funding for kids' area and entertainment at Lanai's Pineapple Festival
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane County leaders explore opioid funding and drug distribution routes during recent discussions
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature prohibits tax avoidance arrangements and mandates departments to deny tax benefits.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge funding for youth travel and support for affordable housing on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui County Department of Ag completes food security plan and emphasizes affordable housing momentum.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane expands Crisis Outreach program focusing on treatment before enforcement through 2025.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        At its April 17 meeting the Hopkinton School Committee unanimously approved procurement and personnel items including technology purchases for the Hopkins project, an initial $130,000 temporary kitchen commitment, the school physician contract for 2025‑26, a three‑year cafeteria workers contract, a charitable scholarship distribution, acceptance of
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        West Maui community demands hospital construction to address critical access and emergency response issues
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members advocate for continued support of youth programs in Lahaina post-wildfire.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Adam Purdy stresses importance of STEM Works to Lanai youth development and opportunities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        City and county officials discuss expanding treatment resources and sobering beds in Spokane.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Washington residents may exempt up to $50M in financial intangible assets from tax.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        LA Cochran emphasizes innovative materials for rebuilding Lahaina, urging support for resilient housing projects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        Hopkinton Superintendent presented 2023 MetroWest adolescent health survey highlights showing 12% of middle school and 16% of high school students reported depressive symptoms; frequent digital‑media use and higher rates among girls and LGBTQ+ students were noted. The committee discussed using the data in school improvement plans and for targeted S
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Stan Ruudis calls for emergency shelter and vehicle maintenance funding for Lanai's future safety.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Councilors explore collaborative public service announcement to educate on fentanyl risks.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Advocates seek $750,000 for updated plans to build critical hospital in West Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature approves wealth tax on financial assets to enhance public school funding
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local leaders advocate for sustained funding of critical transportation and agriculture initiatives on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane County reports highest drug seizure origination for Midwest states at 35.89%.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        MEO driver quickly transfers injured dialysis patient to Liberty for urgent medical attention.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
                        
                    
                        The Hopkinton School Committee unanimously approved a $150,099 technology package for the Hopkins project and authorized moving ahead with e‑rate purchases. The committee also gave initial approval to a temporary kitchen lease and asked the design team to prepare proposals to repair the school loop road and evaluate relocating a modular classroom.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislation clarifies definitions for artificial persons and financial assets in funding public schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kathleen Kosales urges council to support Filipino culture with funding for LFCC initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Lehi High introduces Filipino 1A course to enhance cultural awareness among students.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Fentanyl overdose calls in Spokane increase nearly 49 percent compared to last year.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui secures $1.8M for planning and permits to restore three key county buildings.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        A US veteran pleads for help as Maui faces looming homelessness amid campground closure.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Sanchez highlights financial assistance for preschool and need for youth softball team on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Health & Welfare, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Updated rules require PFAS notices for firefighting station wear and personal protective equipment.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane's Tactical Operations Unit begins Leave Behind program to distribute Narcan to high-risk individuals.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Washington residents will face a $0.34 tax per $1,000 on worldwide intangible assets.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kaiulu initiatives focus on removing invasive species to support Lahaina's aquifer and mental health.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        County officials discuss opioid settlement funds and future investments for local treatment initiatives
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members emphasize collaboration for safe and sustainable recovery efforts in Lahaina.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Teacher introduces 24 students in inaugural Filipino class under HIDOE exchange program.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane County sees over 300% increase in overdose deaths since 2018, largely from fentanyl.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane's new initiative aims to disrupt drug trafficking lanes and address rising overdose rates.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature aims to diversify revenue and impose wealth tax for school funding.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Health & Welfare, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Committee discusses extending PFAS regulation deadlines to 2032 for industry alignment.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community members push for funding to restore and educate on Lahaina's historical significance.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Non-profit organization opens hunting to Lanai residents seven days a week for conservation efforts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        County and city officials, law enforcement and public-health leaders met in Spokane to review rising overdose data, describe recent narcotics investigations and announce joint investments in treatment, sobering beds and data tracking funded largely from opioid-settlement dollars.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Kai'auulu requests $60,000 for vital Lahaina restoration and wildfire prevention initiatives
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Nonprofit aims to secure funding for invasive species management and cultural education on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Stevens County announced plans to build a licensed crisis stabilization facility with 14 beds.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Health & Welfare, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Vermont committee reviews definitions and implications of PFAS in consumer goods legislation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Miss Annie Baltazar speaks for ill Pampanga teachers at Metro Manila gathering
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Pu'o emphasizes Lahaina's significance as former capital and calls for historical revival.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature increases property tax limits to enhance funding for rural and underfunded schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane County develops a crisis relief center to support local behavioral health responses.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Council members discuss potential funding for Lanai Filipino Community Coalition and local services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Officials request $191,000 grant to preserve Lahaina's parks post-wildfire cleanup.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Health & Welfare, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        New Hampshire committee plans to prohibit PFAS in firefighter gear by July 2028.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        The Spokane crisis response system enhances support through new partnerships and integrated services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        County assessors to receive new property tax limit factors by September 2025.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local officials advocate for an emergency shelter and Kimiko Highway safety study in Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane's new plan enhances crisis response through 988 integration and mobile dispatch teams.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Head Start serves 160 children in Maui, fostering workforce development for local families.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        High school students testify about the importance of Filipino 1 funding for cultural awareness.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Work group analyzes funding revisions for equitable student resource distribution by 2025.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Health & Welfare, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Senate Health & Welfare reviewed H.250 language to add "station wear" to PFAS notice requirements and discussed a proposed prohibition on sale of PFAS‑containing firefighting PPE; committee directed staff and agencies to study respirator/airpack components and report back before final action.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Crisis response teams enhance support for nonemergency behavioral health needs in Spokane region.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Miriam Keo advocates for $700,000 funding for West Maui Green Cycle's composting efforts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Students Unica Espiritu and Maya Fujie testify for budget funds to enhance Filipino education.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislation updates school funding based on inflation and student enrollment numbers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge government support for healthcare and business recovery in West Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Facility introduces crisis stabilization, withdrawal management, and co-occurring care for adults.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Pascual supports bill 41 to celebrate Filipino culture and legacy on Lanai Island.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Health & Welfare, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Committee reviewed H.238 to consolidate Act 131 provisions, add three product categories (cookware, dental floss, fluorine‑treated containers), debated definitions of "intentionally added" PFAS, enforcement tools and multiple effective‑date proposals, and requested agency reports before final action.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        North Riverside plans May events including Chicken Dinner, Shred-a-thon, and Senior Fair.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Nonprofit aims to create permanent housing for displaced residents in Napili following fire.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Lanai's leadership promotes cultural pride and youth opportunities for future growth.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Excelsior said it will run free therapeutic summer camps for youth with mental health diagnoses; Stevens County announced it will proceed with a licensed 14-bed crisis stabilization facility after a court case concluded.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature amends tax laws to improve school funding and public safety in Washington.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community leaders advocate for increased funding for parks, youth programs, and watershed initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Trustees updated the board on community events and local projects: the Lions Club will receive larger compost bins for a chicken dinner, the senior exercise program continues, township representatives will attend TOI Lobby Day about proposed legislation affecting townships, and a proposal is underway to place suicide‑prevention hotline signage at a
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Spokane Regional BH ASO staff reviewed regional dispatch protocols designed to integrate 988, the regional crisis hotline (RCL), a mobile dispatch unit (MDU), and in-person crisis teams; Pioneer Human Services was named the selected provider for a planned crisis relief and sobering center targeted to open in early 2027.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Richardson testifies for $52,000 from Cultural Program to support Pineapple Festival.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Nakamura calls for unity among Lahaina leaders to improve community facilities and worker wages.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        The Riverside Township assessor cautioned residents that appeals are due April 18 and said the office is assisting taxpayers with homeowner, senior freeze, disabled homeowner and disabled veteran exemptions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Awiloa highlights progress in affordable housing and urgent financial needs for Lahaina Community Land Trust.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Spokane County, Washington
                        
                    
                        Pioneer Human Services presented the Spokane Regional Stabilization Center’s three programs — mental health crisis stabilization, medically monitored withdrawal management, and a co-occurring residential program — including capacity, average lengths of stay, referral pathways and clinical exclusions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State local effort assistance funding increased for state-tribal education compact schools starting 2022
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        LFCC president Noemi Barbadillo appeals for funding to support Filipino cultural heritage on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        At its April meeting the Riverside Township Board of Trustees approved a 4% salary increase for four staff members, authorized budget line transfers, voted to post the proposed 2025–26 budget for public inspection and set a public hearing for May 13, and ratified several payment warrants totaling tens of thousands of dollars.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State legislators adjusted tax rates for manufacturers and retail sales to 0.5 percent
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents urge funding for parks and tax reforms to aid Lahaina's recovery and families.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax regulations established for broadcasting and storage warehouse operations in Washington State.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Bastrop, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana
                        
                    
                        Council members introduced an ordinance to impose a 12‑month halt on approvals of new special‑use and site‑development permits for solar farms while staff studies regulations; public commenters raised health, revenue and process concerns and a councilmember moved to halt a College Lane project but the motion was not decided.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Funding requested to enhance Maui's school composting program for sustainability education.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Educators support Mayor's Bill 41 to enhance Filipino cultural programs in local schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Township officials prioritize Town Hall repairs and improved property tax services for residents.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Speaker highlights shift in resort practices harming local businesses and calls for tax reform.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State implements new tax rates for airplane manufacturing starting October 1, 2005
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Community leaders request funding to support mental health and address water crisis in West Maui.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Adam Purdy expresses concerns over potential reductions in youth STEM opportunities
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Mental Health Board secures $713K in funding and enhances community service accessibility
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Escambia County honors teachers for their vital role in student success and community strength.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local residents lead drought-tolerant planting efforts, restoring relationships with land and culture.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Finance Director Marcy Martin told the meeting that homeowners may claim both an owner‑occupied exemption and a long‑term rental exemption on separate properties, and reminded wildfire‑impacted homeowners that exemptions remain in effect for the fiscal year under Ordinance 5727.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State establishes aerospace apprenticeship utilization deadlines by April 2026 for manufacturers.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Residents request budget support for youth travel, cultural activities, and housing projects.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Voters in Riverside Township appoint Barbara Legan as moderator during 154th annual meeting.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Rich Holneck proposes applying classroom laws to school libraries to streamline book reviews.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Multiple speakers urged the budget committee to fund playground upgrades, shade structures and resiliency hubs at Lahaina Park and Kilauea Mauka Park and to protect parks, community centers and related funding in the recovery budget.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Clerk highlights leadership and advocacy for vulnerable residents amid rising economic pressures.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Lehi High launches Filipino 1A course to promote language and cultural education among students.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Theo Morrison of the Lahaina Restoration Foundation asked the committee to maintain a historic groundskeeping grant ($191,000) and described a new $1.8 million Office of Recovery allocation for architectural and planning work on three county buildings (Old Lahaina Courthouse, Old Lahaina Prison, Hale Aloha).
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature modifies business tax to support healthcare, education, and social services funding.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        At the Riverside Township annual meeting, electors approved a $100 honorarium for the moderator, elected Barbara Legan as moderator, accepted minutes and routine reports, and set the next annual meeting for April 14, 2026; the meeting adjourned afterward.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Director Adam Purdy urges continued funding for STEM Works to inspire local youth.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        A Lahaina resident who identified as an indirectly fire‑affected person described unsuccessful attempts to secure rental assistance, delays in HIHP processing, and the two‑week limit at a local campground, asking the council for help identifying housing solutions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Andre Christian praises local leaders for fostering workforce development in Escambia County
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Township assessor reported assisting with exemptions and appeals, processing 1,031 permits valued at $22,576,668, facilitating an estimated $373,882 in certificate-of-error refunds, and tracking 192 home sales totaling $97,545,936; electors accepted the assessor's report by voice vote.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Local residents support continued funding for affordable housing and youth programs in Lanai
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Lahaina Head Start parents and program directors described benefits to children and families, cited enrollment and workforce statistics, and asked the Budget Committee to continue funding for classrooms, extended‑day services and job pathways for Head Start parents.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State establishes tax rates for meat processing, travel agencies, and shipping activities.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        The township mental health board reported $713,941.64 in community grants for the year and described programs and committees aimed at improving access and grant processes; electors accepted the board's report by voice vote.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Speakers for Kaiulu initiatives asked the committee for funds from the West Maui Economic Development, Cultural and Environmental Fund to support invasive‑species removal, native planting to restore the cloud line and mental‑health benefits; testimony also raised county workforce pay and recruitment issues for inspectors and frontline staff.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        MEO Transportation Director Patty Copperfield told the West Maui budget hearing the nonprofit delivered more than 550,000 rides countywide over three years and emphasized dialysis, youth and senior trip volumes; she asked the council to sustain funding for those services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Castellas requests $40,000 for cultural events and community programs on Lanai.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        The township supervisor presented year-end numbers showing revenues of $997,711.94 and expenses of $745,732.37 for the general town fund, increasing reserves by $251,979.57; residents approved the supervisor's financial statement by voice vote.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        PTA updates highlight county competition and successful reinstatement of Oakcrest Elementary PTA
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Representatives from West Maui Green Cycle told the Budget Committee their program diverted more than 535,000 pounds of food waste in February 2024 and requested continued county funding and a specific $700,000 ask for FY26 scale‑up and curbside programs.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Carolyn Awiloa, director of operations for the Lahaina Community Land Trust, told the County Budget Committee the trust verbally accepted its seventh property and has leveraged county support into additional donations; she said the trust has yet to receive funding from the Hawaii Community Foundation's Maui Strong Fund.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislation updates tax rates for seafood and dairy product manufacturers starting July 2035.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax rates of 1.75 percent and 2.1 percent established for large businesses.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Community members advocate for training programs and review of controversial school library books.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Dozens of Lanai residents spoke to the Maui County Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee asking that Mayor's Bill 41 fund the Lanai Economic Development and Cultural Program, with specific requests for support to the Lanai Filipino Community Coalition, youth travel, STEM and farmer-market initiatives, transportation and a community-led
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Riverside, Cook County, Illinois
                        
                    
                        Riverside Township residents voted to adopt a resolution reaffirming the township's commitment to maintain local services and oppose legislation to consolidate or eliminate township government in Illinois.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Wintersville, Jefferson County, Ohio
                        
                    
                        City Council discusses water line financing details and plumbing repairs for public bathrooms.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Leaders from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui told the Budget Committee the organization continued serving youth after the wildfire and requested continued county support, including a possible 5% increase to meet rising costs and expanded programming.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Denise Simmons recognized for 26 years of exemplary service at Pine Meadow Elementary.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Escambia County recognizes Blue Angel, Ernest Ward, and Navy Pointe as PBIS model schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Wintersville, Jefferson County, Ohio
                        
                    
                        At the meeting the council received a report from representative Robert Lockhart on BHJ items (a bridge project, a $440,000 TAP sidewalk project in Wintersville with a $40,000 local match, transit ridership declines, and bus upgrades). Mayor Mike Picciello gave a rough estimate of potential marijuana-tax revenue. Council approved minutes, bills and
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 547 safeguards volunteer fire districts' pensions amid city-county government consolidations.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Speakers including the West Maui Hospital Foundation asked the County Budget Committee to support grant requests and help advance planning; private fundraising, updated architectural plans, and alternative construction methods were cited as next steps.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Finance Director Marcy Martin told a West Maui budget meeting that assessment notices went out March 15 and described owner-occupied, circuit‑breaker and long‑term rental exemptions; homes destroyed in the August 2023 wildfires remain exempt under Ordinance 5727.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature modifies business taxes to enhance funding for public education and social services.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        House Bill 547 clarifies fire chief requirements and alters volunteer fire department language.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        During the public forum, a local nonprofit leader urged the board to consider a resilience training program tied to recent state action, and a trades business owner urged earlier and greater exposure to plumbing, electrical and other skilled trades in schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Wintersville, Jefferson County, Ohio
                        
                    
                        After staff outlined loan options for an $88,000 engineering estimate to extend water service to the accredited fire school, Wintersville council approved a three-year loan from First National Bank with monthly payments of $2,632 and total interest of $6,777 as presented in the meeting.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax rates effective July 1, 2023, impact dairy and agricultural products in Washington.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Wintersville, Jefferson County, Ohio
                        
                    
                        The Wintersville Village Council voted to suspend rules and approve Ordinance 2025-10, authorizing participation in ODALT SALT contracts awarded in 2025. The vote passed unanimously among present members after the solicitor described the item as an emergency.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature requires extensive geological data submission for underground-mining permit applications.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        State adjusts tax rates for digital sales and radioactive waste cleanup businesses
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature enacts SHB 2077 to ensure public peace and safety immediately.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature enacts HB 587 to update mining regulations and definitions in Montana.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        Multiple speakers at the Escambia County School Board public forum debated whether book review committees should include school staff, whether certain titles should be removed from libraries, and whether library materials should be held to the same standards as classroom instruction.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Escambia, School Districts, Florida
                        
                    
                        At its April 2025 meeting the Escambia County School Board approved the consent agenda and several personnel actions, including a personnel planning change that eliminates a legacy “safety officer” job description. A requested leave for Lisa Nelson was approved 4–0 with one abstention by Board member Harrell, who said the applicant is his daughter.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Lawmakers outline definitions and protocols for coal mining under HB 587 legislation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Washington proposes rules to protect financial data submitted by cannabis businesses.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Aerospace businesses face revised tax rates and reporting requirements until July 2040.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Washington imposes additional taxes on financial institutions beginning January 1, 2020.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Government Operations, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Windsor County senators debate electronic voting security and propose to strike section from bill.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Capitola City, Santa Cruz County, California
                        
                    
                        On April 17, 2025 the Capitola City Council voted 5–0 to direct staff to follow Chapter 8.72 (Measure L) in the municipal code and instructed staff to tell the county and the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission that the Park Avenue alignment for the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail is inconsistent with that code and cannot move 
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax provisions exempt manufacturers with fewer than 25,000 zero-emission vehicle credits.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana Legislature passes HB 587 to govern water management and mining standards.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature requires comprehensive details for coal mining permit applications under HB 587.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislation amends tax rates for child care and recovery treatment services in Washington.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Washington establishes a 0.138 percent tax on dairy and processed fruit and vegetable sales.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature plans to tax surplus ZEV credits and fund cleaner vehicle initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Government Operations, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Secretary of State considers removing random audit requirements for post-election reviews.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature defines post-mining land restoration and water management requirements in HB 587.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Senate Transportation, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Committee plans to address S4 bill and potential legal issues next week.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax rates introduced for travel agents and various shipping activities in Washington.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Washington establishes phased tax rates for airplane manufacturing starting October 2005.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Government Operations, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Lawmakers negotiate a 7 PM deadline for write-in candidates to support electoral participation
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislation protects sensitive financial and operational data in grant applications.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Senate Transportation, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Senator Harrison's bill seeks to restore legislative approval for state railroad lease extensions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Government Operations, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Senate committee votes 3-2 to advance S 131 charter with 87% Burlington resident support.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Government Operations, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Committee voted to advance S.131 (draft 4.1). Roll call recorded several yea and nay votes and committee listed the measure for further action this week.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        New tax rates for aerospace manufacturing effective January 2027 outlined in recent legislation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Senate Transportation, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Committee flags legal concerns regarding towns' authority to maintain trails amid ongoing litigation.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Senate Transportation, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        The Senate Transportation Committee on a strike-and-pass voted H.488 (draft 5.1) out of committee after resolving language on budget reversions, volunteer driver grants, Medicaid non‑emergency transportation oversight and legal-trail language; vote was 5-0-0.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Board discusses revisions to community engagement calendar and upcoming budget approval.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            2025 Introduced Bills, House, 2025 Bills, Washington Legislation Bills, Washington
                        
                    
                        Legislature establishes tax to incentivize zero-emission vehicle compliance and support emissions reduction.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Richland County, Ohio
                        
                    
                        Council discusses employee suspensions for refusal to accept mandates in recent session.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Students and teachers push for expanded outdoor learning activities across Albuquerque Public Schools.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 679 restricts state-owned vehicle commutes to 30 miles without authorization
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Government Operations, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        The Senate Government Operations Committee spent much of its April 18 meeting on H.474, a miscellaneous elections bill. Members agreed to remove a section on electronic ballot return after testimony from Verified Voting and discussed deadlines for write‑in candidates, whether post‑election audits must be random, which document controls a candidate'
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Maui County, Hawaii
                        
                    
                        Maui officials propose higher taxes for multimillion-dollar properties and support for STEM education.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Richland County, Ohio
                        
                    
                        A county meeting record shows officials discussed personnel discipline, referenced short suspensions for employees and briefly entered an executive session; the transcript records affirmative voice responses but no formal roll-call or dollar amounts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Events, Canyons School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
                        
                    
                        Apple program successfully recruits former professionals into teaching, enhancing classroom quality.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Speakers at APS Board meeting urge reinstatement of ninth grade health education and transparency reforms.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Montana's HB 567 allocates funding for at-risk students and Indian education initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Events, Canyons School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
                        
                    
                        Canyon School District prepares to hire over 100 teachers while addressing staffing challenges.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        Legislature authorizes joint funding operations for participating school districts under HB 567.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Enrolled House Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
                        
                    
                        HB 567 establishes payment calculations for American Indian and at-risk student funding.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Events, Canyons School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
                        
                    
                        District officials analyze enrollment trends and staffing challenges due to declining birth rates
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Parent highlights FAPE violation and peer grading issues for IEP student during public forum.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Treasurer outlines updates to Vermont Saves program amid feedback on automatic enrollment.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
                        
                    
                        Caltrans plans to reduce lanes on El Camino in Redwood City as part of safety upgrades.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Brandy Ami Ami demands accountability from Albuquerque High after daughter's bullying incident
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Events, Canyons School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
                        
                    
                        Canyon School District adapts recruitment strategies as teacher supply and demand fluctuate.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Events, Canyons School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
                        
                    
                        Canyons District increases starting teacher salary to enhance recruitment and retention efforts.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Vermont officials seek to improve the VT Save program and increase employee enrollment.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Events, Canyons School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
                        
                    
                        Canyons School District officials described this year’s hiring totals, targeted shortages in dual language immersion and special education, and steps the district uses to forecast and fill teacher positions, including scholarships, recruitment tools and staffing ratios used to allocate FTE.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        APS develops new funding strategies and performance frameworks to boost student achievement.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Bernalillo County introduces mobile clinics for gender affirming care funded by federal grants.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
                        
                    
                        Atherton Council proclaims April 13-19 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        State treasurer’s staff briefed the Senate committee on the Vermont Saves auto‑IRA program rollout, providing early enrollment figures, default parameters, proposed statutory tweaks and outreach plans; committee members raised concerns about opt‑out implementation and requested more employee opt‑in/opt‑out data.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        The Board of Education's community engagement ad hoc committee presented a proposed two-year engagement and monitoring calendar. Members praised predictability but asked for clearer definitions (engagement vs. outreach), fewer high-staff events and stronger alignment to SOFG stages and the board's goals and guardrails.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
                        
                    
                        Roderick requests cities to mirror past funding commitments for ongoing flood mitigation efforts
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Board members explore support for Native American students and equity in education funding.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        James Tishler, who runs Michigan's state land bank, told the Vermont Senate committee that a state‑level land bank can provide capacity, funding tools and technical assistance to help towns repurpose blighted and tax‑foreclosed properties; he described Michigan’s funding model and recommended the department return legislative options.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Twenty-three speakers at the Albuquerque Public Schools public forum raised concerns about removing ninth-grade health education, the district's contract with the Council of the Great City Schools, problems with a substitute-staff vendor, and called for expanded outdoor learning and safer responses to campus incidents.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
                        
                    
                        One Shoreline District focuses on flood control and climate change adaptation initiatives.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Students highlight outdoor learning's benefits for health, gardening skills, and school lunches.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        The Senate Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs Committee discussed differences between the House and Senate versions of H.479 and several technical and policy points affecting the Vermont Housing Improvement Program, including a 30% set‑aside for five‑year grants, reinstating voucher acceptance language and program timelines and funding
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
                        
                    
                        Council explores funding options for signalizing Selby and El Camino intersection and addressing flooding.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        Superintendent Dr. Blakey and district staff described a year-long effort to align budget and instruction, created a Federal and State Programs office, reported $2,000,000 in project abandonments and said all Title I allocations will go directly to schools. Board members asked detailed fiscal and programmatic questions.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
                        
                    
                        The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education voted to accept a student outcomes focused governance (SOFG) self-evaluation score of 58 for Year 3, Quarter 2 and set a goal of 75 for the next quarter after discussion about community ownership, monitoring and time use.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sierra Madre City, Los Angeles County, California
                        
                    
                        Officials discuss challenges in enforcing noise ordinances and addressing vibration from amplified music.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sierra Madre City, Los Angeles County, California
                        
                    
                        New noise regulation includes specific decibel levels for residential and commercial areas
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Sierra Madre City, Los Angeles County, California
                        
                    
                        On April 17 the Planning Commission reviewed a draft update to Sierra Madre's noise ordinance, heard technical recommendations from Rincon Consultants, and directed staff to return with clearer enforcement recommendations and harmonized hours before moving forward to a public hearing.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Committee explores potential use of eminent domain to improve derelict sites in Vermont.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Senate Economic Development Committee discusses establishing a land bank to boost housing development.
                    
                    
                 
                
                    
                        
                            Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs, SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
                        
                    
                        Eleven states participate in consortium implementing new private retirement plan standards.