What happened on Tuesday, 28 January 2025
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Virginia establishes film industry community zone with regulatory flexibility for filmmakers
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Virginia introduces a film industry community zone allowing zoning reforms and incentives for filmmakers.
Source: VA HB2012 00:00
Tennessee enacts stricter citizenship requirements for driver license applications
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Tennessee mandates US citizenship proof for all driver license applicants and new residents
Source: Senate Bill 6002 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly mandates medical lab supervisor availability under new HB 466
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Each medical laboratory in Tennessee must ensure supervisor availability during testing hours by 2025.
Source: House Bill 466 00:00
Virginia Board outlines new reading plan requirements to enhance student literacy skills
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The Board mandates evidence-based literacy instruction and evaluations for student reading progress.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Virginia magistrates set conditions for felony arrests and release guidelines
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Judicial officers implement stricter release conditions for felony arrests in Virginia.
Source: VA HB1873 00:00
Georgia legislators propose increase to Troup County homestead exemption for low-income seniors
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House Bill 103 aims to enhance homestead tax exemption for seniors with low incomes.
Source: House Bill 103 00:00
Troup County votes on increasing homestead exemption for seniors to $100000
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Voters decide on raising senior homestead exemption from $40000 to $100000 in Troup County.
Source: House Bill 103 00:00
New law permits early release for terminally ill or disabled inmates
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Legislation allows medical parole for inmates with one year or less to live.
Source: House Bill 36 00:00
Virginia school boards mandated to enhance credit accommodations for students with disabilities
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Local school boards must create processes for awarding credits to support students with disabilities.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Virginia Department of Taxation to analyze net operating losses with new work group
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Department of Taxation forms work group to simplify net operating losses study in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2681 00:00
Tennessee law mandates removal of officials adopting sanctuary policies as Class E felony
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Tennessee amends laws to penalize officials adopting sanctuary policies with felony charges.
Source: Senate Bill 6002 00:00
Georgia lawmakers propose House Bill 110 to protect military members from pawn transactions
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House Bill 110 prohibits pawnbrokers from transacting with covered borrowers in Georgia.
Source: House Bill 110 00:00
Virginia court establishes strict rules for name changes of registered sex offenders
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Applicants must prove good cause for name changes under new Virginia court regulations.
Source: VA HB1846 00:00
Tennessee to deny scholarships without proof of lawful U.S. presence
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New rules enable appeals for scholarship denials based on lawful presence criteria
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Virginia to disqualify job applicants testing high for THC under new agency policy
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Virginia's cybersecurity agency implements strict THC testing policy for job applicants and employees.
Source: VA HB2098 00:00
Virginia Higher Education Council expands dual enrollment and workforce training opportunities
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Virginia's new legislation enhances dual enrollment and noncredit training for workforce development.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly creates centralized immigration enforcement division under new legislation
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Lawmakers establish division to enhance state and local immigration policy collaboration.
Source: Senate Bill 6002 00:00
Georgia mandates digital licenses for service members and their spouses by 2026
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Georgia professional licensing boards must implement rules for digitally verifiable licenses by July 2026.
Source: House Bill 107 00:00
New law imposes quadruple penalties on pawnbrokers violating transaction regulations
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Pawnbrokers face civil penalties four times the amount advanced for violations under new law.
Source: House Bill 110 00:00
Tennessee enacts rules limiting governmental control over private school scholarships
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Tennessee private schools gain autonomy in educational practices for scholarship recipients.
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Virginia prohibits discrimination against employees for lawful medicinal cannabis oil use
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New regulations safeguard employees using cannabis oil from workplace discrimination in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2098 00:00
Tennessee Legislature raises candidate filing fee from four to five percent in new bill
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Tennessee amends public office candidate fee requirement to five percent with new legislation
Source: Senate Bill 353 00:00
Virginia establishes Public Employee Relations Board to oversee labor relations by 2025
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Governor will appoint members to Virginia's new Public Employee Relations Board by October 2025
Source: VA HB2764 00:00
Georgia House Bill 107 creates digitally verifiable licenses for military spouses and members
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Georgia's House Bill 107 allows digital licenses for military spouses and transitioning service members.
Source: House Bill 107 00:00
New Education Freedom Scholarship Act establishes eligibility for private school enrollment
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Education Freedom Scholarship Act defines eligible students for private school scholarships in state.
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Virginia public employees gain collective bargaining rights under new legislation
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Public employees can organize and negotiate collectively as outlined in Virginia's proposed legislation.
Source: VA HB2764 00:00
Department of Education offers $2000 bonuses to K-12 teachers for 2024-2025 school year
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State plans to award one-time $2000 bonuses to K-12 public school teachers.
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2764 proposes new collective bargaining rules for public employees
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HB 2764 introduces amendments and new articles related to collective bargaining by public employees.
Source: VA HB2764 00:00
Virginia Commission sets strict licensing rules for electronic gaming operators and retailers
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Virginia establishes prohibitions on license transfers and multiple ownership for gaming stakeholders
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
New legislation mandates fertility preservation coverage for cancer and lupus treatments
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Health benefit policies must cover fertility preservation services starting January 1, 2026.
Source: House Bill 94 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes SB 340 easing historic zoning regulations for tourism zones
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New bill exempts certain privately owned properties in tourism zones from historic zoning oversight.
Source: Senate Bill 340 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly updates Uniform Commercial Code with new financial asset rules
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Lawmakers amend Tennessee Code to prioritize entitlement holders over creditors for financial assets.
Source: House Bill 443 00:00
Virginia lawmakers introduce housing bill detailing tenant rights and landlord responsibilities
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New Virginia legislation outlines tenant protections against abuse and rental agreement compliance requirements.
Source: VA HB2415 00:00
Virginia Commission outlines comprehensive regulations for electronic gaming terminals
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Commission to regulate licenses and operations while ensuring compliance for electronic gaming terminals.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Georgia lawmakers propose bill for insurance coverage of fertility preservation services
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New legislation mandates insurance coverage for fertility preservation amid cancer and disease treatments.
Source: House Bill 94 00:00
Senator Harrington introduces bill to eliminate tobacco tax on nicotine products in Maine
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Maine Senate considers bill to remove tobacco products tax on specific nicotine items.
Source: Senate Bill 278 00:00
Local fire marshal can override historic zoning decisions for safety projects
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Fire marshal authority extends to overriding historic zoning commission on life-safety projects.
Source: Senate Bill 340 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly introduces Education Freedom Act to expand school choice options
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Education Freedom Act empowers Tennessee parents to choose institutions for their children's education.
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Virginia Commission approves strict standards for electronic gaming terminals and independent testing labs
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Commission sets minimum payout standards and mandates independent testing for gaming terminals in Virginia
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Georgia House introduces Combating Threats from China Act to enhance university funding transparency
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Representatives seek quarterly reports on Chinese-related funding for Georgia universities.
Source: House Bill 150 00:00
Tennessee Council allocates 80% of privilege tax to enhance public school facilities
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Tennessee Council mandates funding for local education agencies to improve school infrastructure.
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly introduces House Bill 51 to impose lottery ticket sales tax
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House Bill 51 mandates a 5% tax on county lottery ticket sales in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 51 00:00
Virginia introduces comprehensive plan for sustainable water and affordable housing measures
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Comprehensive plan includes strategies for water sustainability, affordable housing, and broadband infrastructure.
Source: VA HB2533 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes bill allowing electronic report submissions for state government
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Tennessee amends code to permit electronic submission of government reports and documentation.
Source: Senate Bill 354 00:00
University system mandated to report foreign funding from China quarterly
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Universities must disclose all funding from China every quarter to state officials.
Source: House Bill 150 00:00
Tennessee establishes education freedom scholarship program for 2025-2026 school year
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Twenty thousand scholarships will premier for eligible students in upcoming academic year.
Source: House Bill 6004 00:00
Virginia prohibits unfair rental agreement provisions to protect tenants' rights
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New regulations ensure tenant rights are protected in Virginia rental agreements.
Source: VA HB2415 00:00
Virginia landlords face penalties for noncompliance with new tenant screening regulations
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New Virginia legislation imposes strict timelines for landlords in tenant screening processes.
Source: VA HB2415 00:00
Tennessee establishes Hurricane Helene interest payment fund for local disaster recovery costs
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Tennessee creates fund to cover local governments' interest on Hurricane Helene recovery loans.
Source: Senate Bill 6003 00:00
Virginia introduces bill for enhanced campaign finance transparency with user-friendly database
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Virginia's new bill mandates electronic filing and search-friendly database for campaign finance reports
Source: VA HB2140 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes campaign finance amendment enhancing disclosure of in-kind contributions
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House Bill 456 updates rules on reporting in-kind contributions for Tennessee state candidates.
Source: House Bill 456 00:00
Georgia Assembly approves additional judge for Carrollton city court by July 2025
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House Bill 160 establishes a chief judge and an additional judge for Carrollton's city court.
Source: House Bill 160 00:00
Tennessee emergency management agency prepares fund for Hurricane Helene disaster response
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Tennessee allocates funds for disaster response and reporting on expenditures annually.
Source: Senate Bill 6003 00:00
Virginia imposes 20% tax on electronic gaming revenue for local and social programs
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New law allocates gaming revenue to localities, healthcare, and early childhood education initiatives.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends corrections code with new legislative provisions
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Tennessee lawmakers modify corrections law to enhance legislative oversight and procedural clarity.
Source: House Bill 454 00:00
Virginia House introduces HB2415 addressing rental agreements and tenant rights
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Virginia's new HB2415 outlines renter responsibilities and expenses in rental agreements.
Source: VA HB2415 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2415 streamlines tenant eviction process for illegal activities
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Landlords can quickly terminate rental agreements for tenants engaging in illegal drug activity.
Source: VA HB2415 00:00
California forms workgroup to address wildfire exposure to toxic metals and public health risks
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Workgroup will develop best practices to mitigate toxic heavy metal exposure after wildfires.
Source: California Senate Bill 234 00:00
Virginia proposes stricter penalties for illegal electronic gaming device tampering
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New amendments aim to enhance enforcement of Virginia's anti-gambling laws and regulations.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Tennessee establishes Governor's response and recovery fund for Hurricane Helene impacts
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New fund targets emergency response and recovery efforts for agricultural and business sectors.
Source: Senate Bill 6003 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers seek to regulate student usage of wireless communication devices in schools
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Lawmakers propose policies limiting wireless communication device use during instructional time in Tennessee schools.
Source: House Bill 13 00:00
Tennessee schools to allow wireless device use for emergencies and disability accommodations
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Tennessee amends policies on wireless device use for students starting in 2025 school year
Source: House Bill 13 00:00
Delegate Walker proposes tax credits for alternative education in Virginia House Bill 2639
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House Bill 2639 introduces tax credits for qualifying educational expenses in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2639 00:00
Senator Niello introduces California wildfire bill addressing toxic heavy metals exposure
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California legislature forms workgroup to recommend practices against toxic metals after wildfires.
Source: California Senate Bill 234 00:00
Virginia Commission mandates central control for electronic gaming terminals and integrity checks
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Virginia's Commission requires all gaming terminals to connect to a central control system.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly members to switch retirement plans after ten years of service
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House Bill 462 alters retirement plan participation for Tennessee General Assembly members.
Source: House Bill 462 00:00
Virginia lawmakers propose strict guidelines for rental agreement terminations and tenant notifications
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Landlords may terminate rental agreements over nonpayment while providing tenant rights information.
Source: VA HB2415 00:00
Virginia updates gambling laws regulating skill games and illegal gambling penalties
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Virginia amends laws to redefine skill games and enhance penalties for illegal gambling.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Tennessee bans construction of facilities in designated hundred-year flood plains
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Tennessee prohibits new correctional facilities and hospitals in designated flood plains.
Source: Senate Bill 360 00:00
Virginia introduces $2500 refundable tax credit for qualifying students starting January 2025
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Taxpayers can claim credits for one eligible student with capped funding of $25 million.
Source: VA HB2639 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes HB 97 to amend military service employee regulations
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Tennessee legislators amend code concerning working days for state employees in military service.
Source: House Bill 97 00:00
Senator Seyarto introduces SB 233 to enhance housing consultation timelines in California
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SB 233 mandates earlier consultations on regional housing needs for California's next revisions.
Source: California Senate Bill 233 00:00
Virginia Commission to revoke gambling licenses for applicants with criminal misconduct
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Commission outlines strict criteria for licensing and renewal for electronic gaming operations
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
New regulations prohibit healthcare facilities from being built in one hundred-year flood plains
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Authorities mandate no new healthcare facilities in designated flood plains to ensure safety.
Source: Senate Bill 360 00:00
Virginia enacts $2,500 refundable tax credit for qualifying student education expenses
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Taxpayers in Virginia can claim a refundable credit for eligible education expenses starting in 2025.
Source: VA HB2639 00:00
Tennessee House passes bill amending education code effective July 2025
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Tennessee lawmakers change deadline in education code from February 1 to January 31
Source: House Bill 408 00:00
Virginia House Committee proposes flexibility for dual enrollment instructor qualifications
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New bill allows community colleges to waive master's degree requirement for CTE instructors.
Source: VA HB2463 00:00
Senator Seyarto introduces SB 232 to study CEQA guideline impacts on environmental review process
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SB 232 mandates study on locked-in CEQA guidelines affecting project regulatory certainty and efficiency.
Source: California Senate Bill 232 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends state law on commission membership structure
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Legislation modifies Tennessee Code to include governor in commission member designation
Source: Senate Bill 355 00:00
Virginia Considers New Regulations for Electronic Gaming Terminals and Responsible Gaming Measures
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Operators and retailers must comply with Virginia's new electronic gaming terminal regulations.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly introduces TRUMP Act to tighten migrant identification requirements
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Tennessee legislators propose new rules for legal migrant status and identification verification
Source: House Bill 145 00:00
Virginia school board outlines rules for employee conviction and probation procedures
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Virginia law mandates repayment of funds following school employee conviction and outlines probation protocols
Source: VA HB2237 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves amendments to women's health and abortion regulations
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Amended Bill defines criminal abortion as Class C felony and outlines health exceptions
Source: Senate Bill 345 00:00
New law mandates financial institutions verify immigration status before fund transfers
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Financial institutions must confirm immigration status prior to sending funds abroad under new law.
Source: House Bill 145 00:00
Virginia amends regulations to boost small women and minority-owned business compliance efforts
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Virginia's Department of Small Business will strengthen compliance for minority and women-owned businesses.
Source: VA HB1802 00:00
California sets guidelines for environmental impact assessments by July 2027
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California mandates new best practices for assessing environmental impacts in public projects.
Source: California Senate Bill 231 00:00
Virginia House Committee proposes amendments to boost small and minority-owned businesses
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Virginia's House Bill 1802 aims to enhance support for small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses.
Source: VA HB1802 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2117 aims to protect overdose and sexual violence reporting individuals
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House Bill 2117 proposes legal protection for individuals reporting overdoses or sexual violence.
Source: VA HB2117 00:00
Tennessee Assembly approves healthcare provider registration requirements under House Bill 172
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Tennessee legislators amend healthcare provider regulations for practitioners transitioning between services.
Source: House Bill 172 00:00
Tennessee enacts SB342 mandating simultaneous elections for school board members starting in 2028
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SB342 requires all Tennessee school board members to be elected in the same election.
Source: Senate Bill 342 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers amend emergency management laws to aid disaster recovery efforts
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Tennessee General Assembly modifies emergency laws for efficient disaster recovery and reporting.
Source: Senate Bill 6004 00:00
State Board mandates full-time counselors in high schools for improved student support
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Each high school must employ a full-time licensed counselor with specific role requirements.
Source: Senate Bill 341 00:00
Senator Laird introduces SB 230 to expand workers compensation for airport firefighting members
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California Senate Bill 230 aims to enhance workers compensation for firefighters at commercial airports.
Source: California Senate Bill 230 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2117 offers immunity for overdose and sexual violence emergency assistance
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Virginia Bill 2117 protects individuals from prosecution when seeking emergency assistance during crises
Source: VA HB2117 00:00
Virginia proposes $2000 tax credit for bona fide volunteers in emergency services
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Virginia introduces tax incentives for volunteers providing critical emergency services starting in 2026.
Source: VA HB2076 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers amend law to exempt nonprofits from taxes on new land acquisitions
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New law allows metropolitan nonprofits to claim tax exemptions on certain acquired properties.
Source: House Bill 426 00:00
Tennessee Senate passes bill to fund school counselors in large high schools
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New legislation allocates funds for full-time counselors in high schools with 600 or more students.
Source: Senate Bill 341 00:00
California introduces William Dallas Jones Cancer Presumption Act to support affected workers
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California legislates cancer presumption protections for workers with new act named for Dallas Jones
Source: California Senate Bill 230 00:00
Virginia Department to enhance mentorship and compliance for women and minority-owned businesses
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Department plans to improve mentorships and compliance reporting for minority-owned business procurements.
Source: VA HB1802 00:00
Virginia implements strict regulations for patient access to medical records
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Healthcare providers must follow new guidelines on patient access to health records.
Source: VA HB1629 00:00
Virginia introduces HB2076 to adjust military benefits and provide tax exemptions for victims of Nazi persecution
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HB2076 proposes tax exemptions for military benefits and compensation for Nazi persecution victims.
Source: VA HB2076 00:00
Tennessee bans Red 40 in schools starting August 2027 under new House Bill 134
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Tennessee schools will prohibit Red 40 sales to students beginning August 2027.
Source: House Bill 134 00:00
California bill expands cancer benefits for active firefighters and rescue service coordinators
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California amend regulations to presume cancer claims arise from occupational exposure for firefighters.
Source: California Senate Bill 230 00:00
University of Tennessee to support establishment of full service community schools statewide
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University of Tennessee evaluates full service community schools' effectiveness and provides grant support
Source: Senate Bill 364 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers introduce Full Service Community Schools Act to enhance student support
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New legislation aims to establish partnerships for comprehensive student and family services.
Source: Senate Bill 364 00:00
Tennessee enacts new measures to protect veterans' sensitive information from misuse
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Tennessee mandates background checks for access to veterans' medical and financial information.
Source: Senate Bill 362 00:00
Virginia lawmakers outline strict health record disclosure guidelines for law enforcement
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Health records disclosure rules emphasize protection for individuals and limit information use.
Source: VA HB1629 00:00
Virginia mulls tougher penalties for illegal gambling operations under proposed HB2747
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Proposed HB2747 introduces severe penalties for illegal gambling activities and devices in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2747 00:00
Virginia law safeguards individual health records privacy against unauthorized disclosure
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Virginia law mandates strict privacy protections for individuals' health records and disclosure protocols.
Source: VA HB1629 00:00
Senator McNerney introduces SB 225 to amend California's personal income tax definitions
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California Senate Bill 225 updates definitions related to personal income tax taxable year.
Source: California Senate Bill 225 00:00
Tennessee mandates human trafficking training for licensed professionals by December 2028
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Licensed professionals in Tennessee must complete human trafficking training to maintain their license.
Source: House Bill 182 00:00
Tennessee amends voting law to enhance citizen eligibility verification process
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New law mandates clear citizenship proof and effective date set for July 1, 2025.
Source: Senate Bill 348 00:00
Virginia legislators outline new rules for sharing health information with law enforcement
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New regulations expand health information sharing with law enforcement for crime-related investigations.
Source: VA HB1629 00:00
Virginia authorities establish quorum rules and compensation guidelines for board directors
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Virginia board directors set compensation limits and quorum requirements for conducting business.
Source: VA HB2664 00:00
Senator Alvarado-Gil introduces SB 229 to expand peace officer definition in California
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SB 229 adds Amador and Nevada counties' deputy sheriffs to the peace officer category.
Source: California Senate Bill 229 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes Ink of Hope Act to combat human trafficking in tattoo industry
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Tattoo artists must complete training on recognizing human trafficking signs under new Tennessee law.
Source: House Bill 182 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes voter registration bill requiring proof of citizenship
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Tennessee mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration starting July 1, 2025.
Source: Senate Bill 348 00:00
Dumfries Town Council establishes election rules and council powers under new charter
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Town council members will be elected every four years without political party affiliation.
Source: VA HB2352 00:00
Virginia legislators introduce tax exemptions for military benefits and reparations from Nazi persecution
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Virginia House Bill 2700 proposes new tax exemptions for military benefits and historical reparations.
Source: VA HB2700 00:00
California expands healthcare initiatives with new maternal and child health programs
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California introduces multiple programs to improve maternal and child health services statewide.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
County election officials enforce strict proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration
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Voters must provide citizenship proof or face removal from registration database.
Source: Senate Bill 348 00:00
Virginia expands medical assistance for breast cancer screenings and telemedicine services
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Virginia introduces provisions for telemedicine and medical assistance for women with breast cancer.
Source: VA HB1975 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends juvenile record confidentiality laws with new legislation
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Lawmakers revise rules to protect juvenile court dispositions from being used in adult courts.
Source: House Bill 34 00:00
California introduces diverse public health programs tackling asthma obesity and diabetes
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California's new legislation establishes initiatives focused on fluoridation asthma obesity and health education.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
Virginia Lottery bill passes updating tax policies for military personnel and reward programs
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Virginia introduces tax modifications for military pay and awards for crime information.
Source: VA HB2700 00:00
Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services expands Medicaid for special needs children
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Virginia extends Medicaid coverage to eligible individuals under 21 with special needs.
Source: VA HB1975 00:00
Tennessee amends law to allocate 80% of privilege tax for local school infrastructure
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Tennessee mandates significant funding for public school construction and maintenance by local agencies.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
New law enforces community safety regulations based on defendants' criminal records
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Legislation aims to address risks posed by defendants with extensive juvenile and criminal histories.
Source: House Bill 34 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly introduces Education Freedom Act to expand school choice options
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Education Freedom Act aims to empower parents with more choices for their children's education.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
California introduces comprehensive environmental health legislation targeting drinking water and public safety
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California's new legislation establishes regulations for drinking water safety and environmental health programs.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
Virginia Medicaid plan expands coverage for individuals under 21 and postpartum care
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Virginia proposes new provisions for Medicaid eligibility and medical assistance for various services.
Source: VA HB1975 00:00
Education Freedom Scholarship Act establishes new program for eligible students in Tennessee
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation allows eligible students to receive scholarships for private school education.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly extends district attorneys' general response time to 120 days
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 483 amends response time for Tennessee district attorneys to 120 days.
Source: House Bill 483 00:00
California legislature introduces comprehensive programs for HIV prevention and treatment
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California unveils multiple initiatives aimed at enhancing HIV prevention and therapeutic services statewide.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
State scholarship bill defines eligible expenses for private school funding
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New guidelines set for scholarship fund usage in private education and associated expenses.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
Virginia proposes medical assistance payments for cancer screenings and telemedicine services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's new provisions expand medical assistance for cancer screenings and telemedicine for eligible individuals.
Source: VA HB1975 00:00
Tennessee mandates testing for private school recipients under education freedom scholarship program
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Private schools must administer tests yearly and report results to parents and state offices.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
Department of Education allocates $2000 bonuses for K-12 teachers in 2024-2025 school year
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Teachers in K-12 public schools will receive a one-time $2000 state-funded bonus.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
Virginia introduces HB2151 defining renter's insurance and tenant rights in residential leases
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's HB2151 clarifies definitions related to renters, security deposits, and tenancy agreements.
Source: VA HB2151 00:00
California enhances maternal and child health services through multiple new health initiatives
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California introduces programs to improve preconception and perinatal health care services.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends development districts to boost regional economic plans
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee updates laws to enhance financial support for regional development plans and coordination.
Source: House Bill 35 00:00
Virginia Medicaid expands coverage for hormonal contraceptives and telemedicine services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Medicaid approves funding for a 12-month contraceptive supply and enhanced telehealth services.
Source: VA HB1975 00:00
Tennessee launches 20000 education freedom scholarships for 2025-2026 school year
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Education department to administer scholarships based on income and eligibility criteria.
Source: Senate Bill 6001 00:00
California introduces SB228 enhancing support for vital health and nutrition programs
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California proposes SB228 to bolster programs for women's and children's health needs.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2501 introduces driver communication program for disabled motorists
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2501 establishes a program to assist drivers with communication disabilities during stops
Source: VA HB2501 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers revise accountability standards for school performance measures
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation updates student achievement indicators for Tennessee schools starting 2025-2026.
Source: House Bill 90 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2721 proposes special license plates for Washington Commanders supporters
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia General Assembly introduces Bill 2721 for special Washington Commanders license plates funding community programs
Source: VA HB2721 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes education amendments with July 2025 implementation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends education code requiring online availability of forms by July 2025.
Source: House Bill 409 00:00
Virginia lawmakers outline tax exemptions for space services and first-time home buyer accounts
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces tax deductions for space services income and first-time home buyer savings.
Source: VA HB2524 00:00
California expands environmental health programs to enhance public safety and awareness
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California establishes comprehensive environmental health programs addressing air quality, food safety, and toxic substances.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
California legislation introduces extensive programs for food and medical device safety
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California establishes various safety programs addressing food, medical devices, and radioactive materials.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers pass SB361 mandating reporting child sexual abuse involving minors in workplaces
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee employers must report suspected child sexual abuse involving minors within 24 hours.
Source: Senate Bill 361 00:00
Virginia Department of Emergency Management to create health monitoring system for volunteers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Emergency Management develops health monitoring system for volunteers in state of emergency
Source: VA HB2350 00:00
Virginia legislature proposes tax exemptions for low-income employees and Nazi persecution victims
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Proposed bill includes tax relief for military benefits and victims of Nazi persecution.
Source: VA HB2524 00:00
California introduces new licensing programs for healthcare and treatment facilities
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California establishes multiple licensing programs for various healthcare and treatment services.
Source: California Senate Bill 228 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly raises civil damage award limits in new bill
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends civil damage awards, increasing limits effective July 1, 2025.
Source: House Bill 5 00:00
Virginia House introduces 2025 bill defining military pay and tax deductions for soldiers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia House Bill 2524 outlines tax deductions on military wages and related income.
Source: VA HB2524 00:00
Tennessee Senate passes SB346 requiring regular fire drills in schools
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 346 mandates fire drills every 30 days in Tennessee educational facilities.
Source: Senate Bill 346 00:00
County election commissions required to verify registered voters' citizenship status monthly
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Election commissions must confirm voter citizenship status and notify individuals within 30 days.
Source: Senate Bill 348 00:00
Virginia Education Council approves scholarship guidelines for pre-kindergarten and disabled students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia establishes scholarship funding criteria for pre-k and disabled students through tax credits
Source: VA HB2762 00:00
Senator Alvarado-Gil introduces Wildfire Smoke and Health Outcomes Data Act in California
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California mandates health data platform to assess wildfire smoke impacts on public health
Source: California Senate Bill 223 00:00
Virginia initiates tax benefits for venture capital investments in distressed localities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia offers tax subtractions for investments in certified venture capital and real estate trusts
Source: VA HB2524 00:00
Tennessee legislature amends animal abandonment law in new House Bill 76
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee lawmakers strengthen penalties for animal abandonment set to take effect July 2025
Source: House Bill 76 00:00
Virginia sets new tax credit guidelines for scholarship foundations servicing early education
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates scholarship foundations disburse 90 percent of donations for educational expenses.
Source: VA HB2762 00:00
Tennessee legislators reduce pain management prescription period from thirty to fourteen days
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 389 and Senate Bill 363 amend prescription duration for pain management in Tennessee.
Source: Senate Bill 363 00:00
California establishes Green Empowerment Zone to boost renewable energy sector in Contra Costa
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
Green Empowerment Zone aims to attract investment and enhance workforce training in renewable energy.
Source: California Senate Bill 227 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly launches hunger-free campus grant program for higher education institutions
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee establishes grants to address campus hunger at colleges and universities statewide.
Source: House Bill 7 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2344 expands Early Intervention Program for children under four
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
The bill mandates implementation of federal services for toddlers with disabilities in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2344 00:00
Virginia House Bill 1904 expands on-call roster for newborn care providers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia directs health department to amend regulations for nursery service coverage by midwives
Source: VA HB1904 00:00
Virginia bill mandates timely communication for prior authorization of prescription drugs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation requires carriers to promptly inform prescribers of prior authorization decisions and changes.
Source: VA HB2525 00:00
Higher education institutions to report on measures tackling food insecurity under new grant
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Legislation requires reporting on food insecurity efforts for institutions receiving hunger-free campus grants.
Source: House Bill 7 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers extend historic zoning commission terms from five to six years
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 339 amends historic zoning commission member terms to six years in Tennessee.
Source: Senate Bill 339 00:00
Vallejo and Contra Costa County establish Green Empowerment Zone governance structure
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
The Green Empowerment Zone will be governed by elected representatives from multiple sectors.
Source: California Senate Bill 227 00:00
House Bill 2332 proposes amendments to Urbanna mayor's election and authority
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation amends Urbanna's charter to define mayor's election and executive powers.
Source: VA HB2332 00:00
Virginia mandates streamlined online prior authorization process for mental health medications by 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation requires health carriers to simplify prior authorization for mental health drugs by 2025.
Source: VA HB2525 00:00
California establishes Wildfire Smoke and Health Outcomes Data Act to assess health impacts
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
California legislates data integration on wildfire smoke's health effects for better community protection.
Source: California Senate Bill 223 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2525 seeks to streamline electronic prior authorization for health insurance
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bill introduced to amend health insurance prior authorization processes in Virginia's 2025 session.
Source: VA HB2525 00:00
Tennessee Assembly extends health notice period from 30 to 45 days
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee lawmakers approve amendment increasing health notice period to 45 days.
Source: House Bill 398 00:00
Green Empowerment Zone board established with labor and educational representatives in California
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
Board formed with diverse representatives to enhance environmental and workforce development in designated zones.
Source: California Senate Bill 227 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers amend electronic reporting requirements for state service
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee General Assembly updates law for electronic reporting to the commissioner.
Source: Senate Bill 356 00:00
Virginia House Bill 1962 proposes $4000 tax credit for nonfamily adoptions
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 1962 introduces tax credit for finalized nonfamily adoptions in Virginia.
Source: VA HB1962 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves tax exemption for child care agencies under House Bill 156
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 156 amends tax law to exempt Tennessee child care agencies from taxes.
Source: House Bill 156 00:00
Tennessee Senate passes SB350 allowing tenants to store firearms in leased properties
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 350 enables lawful firearm possession in tenant-occupied homes starting July 2025
Source: Senate Bill 350 00:00
California Senate introduces emergency climate legislation following January 2025 fire disaster
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
Legislation allows insurers to pursue damages for climate disasters under new subrogation rules.
Source: California Senate Bill 222 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2179 introduces new Investment Performance Grants for manufacturers and R&D services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2179 expands eligibility for Virginia Investment Performance Grants to support local industries.
Source: VA HB2179 00:00
Tennessee bans mandates from WHO and UN under state constitution
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee prohibits actions based on WHO or UN mandates regarding health requirements.
Source: House Bill 446 00:00
Virginia House passes amendment to streamline child custody relief petitions
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bill modifies investigation processes for child custody relief petitions through local services.
Source: VA HB1733 00:00
Virginia lawmakers introduce HB2110 to enhance resale certificate requirements for common interest communities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's new bill mandates detailed disclosures for resale certificates in common interest communities.
Source: VA HB2110 00:00
Patron Zehr introduces House Bill 2376 mandating capacity reports for Virginia electric facilities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2376 requires annual capacity reports from Virginia electrical generating facilities.
Source: VA HB2376 00:00
Senator Cabaldon introduces SB 226 for streamlined territory transfers in California community colleges
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
SB 226 allows California's community college board to initiate district territory transfers.
Source: California Senate Bill 226 00:00
Virginia Board grants local schools waivers to enhance instruction and student achievement
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards can now request waivers to improve instructional quality and student performance.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
California bill allows insurers to seek damages for climate disaster costs
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
Legislation mandates insurers pursue subrogation after climate disasters to recover costs.
Source: California Senate Bill 222 00:00
Tennessee legislature expands firefighter cancer compensation to include multiple cancer types
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends firefighter compensation law to cover prostate, breast, and pancreatic cancers
Source: House Bill 482 00:00
Virginia Board adopts regulations for free educational materials in public schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's Board establishes regulations for the distribution of high-quality instructional materials.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality to impose new penalties for hazardous substance violations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces civil penalties for hazardous substance violations to enhance environmental protection efforts.
Source: VA HB2516 00:00
Virginia Commission aims to enhance early childhood education access and quality statewide
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission prioritizes financing and educator retention to improve early childhood education in Virginia
Source: VA HB2645 00:00
Senator Wiener introduces California SB 222 targeting accountability for climate disaster damages
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
SB 222 allows civil actions for damages from climate disasters caused by deceptive practices.
Source: California Senate Bill 222 00:00
New eviction law mandates swift judgment issuance and property return process
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Eviction process requires judgment within 24 hours and property return within seven days.
Source: House Bill 452 00:00
Virginia develops comprehensive reading intervention plans for K-8 students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New guidelines require personalized reading plans and parental involvement for students needing assistance.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Virginia Board of Education mandates new licensure requirements for teacher education programs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Education programs must demonstrate mastery in inclusive instructional practices and dyslexia interventions.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
California introduces legislation enabling climate disaster lawsuits against fossil fuel companies
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
New law allows civil actions for climate damages exceeding $100,000 linked to fossil fuel products.
Source: California Senate Bill 222 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2282 introduces reforms for Children's Services Act funding and assessments
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2282 aims to amend Virginia's Children's Services Act funding and referral processes.
Source: VA HB2282 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2758 targets electric utility rate increases and fuel cost recovery
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2758 amends Virginia's utility rate regulations and fuel cost recovery procedures.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Tennessee Governor authorized to expand Medicaid for sickle cell disease treatment
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 15 enables Medicaid expansion for patients with sickle cell disease in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 15 00:00
Virginia mandates staffing requirements for reading and math specialists in schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards must employ specialists to support students in reading and mathematics.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Virginia introduces funding eligibility criteria for transitional services for children with disabilities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Child and youth eligibility criteria for Virginia's state pool of funds for transitional services established.
Source: VA HB2282 00:00
California legislation empowers residents to sue for climate disaster-related injuries
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills, California Legislation Bills, California
New California bill allows civil actions for injuries linked to climate change impacts.
Source: California Senate Bill 222 00:00
Tennessee amends medical employment code for radiologists and anesthesiologists
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee revises employment laws for radiologists and anesthesiologists, eliminating specific relationship requirements.
Source: House Bill 32 00:00
Delegate Milde introduces House Bill 2773 to reform Virginia health insurance cost-sharing laws
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2773 aims to enhance fairness in health insurance cost-sharing and pharmacy benefits.
Source: VA HB2773 00:00
Virginia Commission mandates customer credits for excess utility earnings over fair return
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission orders credits on bills for earnings exceeding the fair return threshold.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Tennessee enacts new rules for veterans benefits consulting and compensation agreements
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New regulations require written agreements for veterans benefits consulting with contingent compensation terms.
Source: House Bill 53 00:00
Virginia Commission mandates licensing for pharmacy benefits managers under new regulations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia establishes licensing requirements for pharmacy benefits managers to enhance regulatory oversight.
Source: VA HB2773 00:00
Virginia Commission mandates social cost of carbon in new energy facility applications
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission requires utilities to consider social cost of carbon for energy facility constructions.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly mandates study on financial security and state resilience
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee's TACIR ordered to assess strategies for protecting state financial security and sovereignty
Source: House Bill 415 00:00
New lien enforcement law allows towing vehicles after unpaid rent for 60 days
Introduced, House, 2025 Bills, Georgia Legislation Bills , Georgia
The law becomes effective July 1, 2025, impacting lien enforcement actions.
Source: House Bill 131 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2009 mandates biennial review of career and technical education programs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bill requires evaluation of technical education offerings to align with industry needs and workforce demands.
Source: VA HB2009 00:00
Virginia sets new regulations for pharmacy benefits managers to enhance cost transparency
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates pharmacy benefits managers to disclose fees and ensure cost-sharing fairness.
Source: VA HB2773 00:00
Virginia Commission sets new guidelines for utility rate increases and customer credits
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Utility Commission defines rate increase criteria and customer credit mechanisms ahead of 2028 review.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Tennessee House Bill 21 proposes tax exemption for food sales and reallocation of funds
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 21 aims to exempt food from sales tax while redistributing tax revenue.
Source: House Bill 21 00:00
Maryland legislators approve reduced Republican Central Committee members in Baltimore County
House Bills (Introduced), 2025 Bills, Maryland Legislation Bills Collections, Maryland
House Bill 562 reduces Baltimore County Republican Central Committee members from four to three.
Source: House Bill 562 00:00
Virginia Board of Education to review technical education offerings every two years starting 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia commits to biennial reviews of career and technical education offerings beginning July 2025.
Source: VA HB2009 00:00
Virginia School Boards to Appoint Parent Liaisons for Special Education and Instruction Materials
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards will designate liaisons to support special education and instructional resource selection.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers exempt visually impaired vehicle owners from commercial insurance requirements
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New bill allows visually impaired motor vehicle owners to use standard liability insurance.
Source: House Bill 28 00:00
Virginia General Assembly allocates funds for special education and foster care services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local governments to ensure adequate funding for special education and foster care services.
Source: VA HB2282 00:00
Virginia Commission proposes new utility rate increase protocols after triennial reviews
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Utility rates may increase to ensure fair returns and cover operational costs.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Virginia school divisions mandated to enhance algebra readiness and physical education programs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards must implement algebra intervention and daily physical activity for students.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes House Bill 115 to protect state employees from penalties
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law safeguards state employees acting in good faith from job dismissal and penalties.
Source: House Bill 115 00:00
Virginia Commission updates utility return rates amid inflation concerns
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission analyzes utility returns to maintain competitive retail electric energy costs.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Virginia School Board to implement comprehensive literacy improvement plans for K-8 students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Board approves guidelines for literacy curricula and progress reporting across Virginia schools.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly establishes regulations for campaign signage spacing under House Bill 93
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee mandates election signage spacing regulations effective July 1, 2025, through House Bill 93.
Source: House Bill 93 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2431 aims to amend attorney education requirements for Bar examination
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bill introduced to clarify educational proof for foreign law graduates seeking Virginia Bar admission
Source: VA HB2431 00:00
Virginia Board to Revise Learning Standards Incorporating Diverse Contributions and Career Pathways
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Board establishes regular review process for learning standards to include diverse contributions and career education.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Tennessee passes law requiring municipalities to reimburse counties for ambulance services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Municipalities must reimburse counties for ambulance services based on population by July 2025.
Source: House Bill 83 00:00
Virginia Commission approves new energy facilities for 16100 megawatts of renewable capacity
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's utility plans renewable energy facilities totaling 16100 megawatts to ensure electric supply.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Tennessee establishes fund for Hurricane Helene recovery and emergency response efforts
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Governor's response and recovery fund aims to assist agricultural and business recovery after emergencies.
Source: House Bill 6003 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly creates Hurricane Helene interest payment fund for disaster recovery
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Hurricane Helene interest payment fund established to aid local governments with disaster recovery costs
Source: House Bill 6003 00:00
Tennessee allocates emergency fund for Hurricane Helene and future disaster responses
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee establishes fund for disaster relief with annual reporting requirements on expenditures.
Source: House Bill 6003 00:00
New law allows public facilities to retain names after officials transition
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Public facilities named for officials can keep names if officials later hold office.
Source: House Bill 434 00:00
Virginia hospitals mandated to adopt smoke evacuation systems and fentanyl testing protocols
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia enacts requirements for smoke evacuation systems and mandatory fentanyl testing in hospitals
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
Virginia lawmakers establish College and Career Ready Program for dual enrollment opportunities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates dual enrollment access for qualified high school students starting fall 2025
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Virginia Commission sets comprehensive energy efficiency rules for large general service customers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission mandates certifications and administrative procedures for energy efficiency program exemptions.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Virginia legislators propose strong penalties for assaulting emergency service personnel
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New bill mandates harsh penalties for harming law enforcement and emergency responders in Virginia
Source: VA HB2296 00:00
Virginia hospitals required to establish organ donation protocols and support for substance-abusing mothers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates hospitals to create organ donation agreements and support protocols for postpartum women.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
Virginia Commission sets new cost recovery rules for nuclear refueling outages
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia utility regulators establish guidelines for deferred nuclear refueling costs amortization and recovery.
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly advances family restroom accessibility legislation for motorists
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 147 and House Bill 60 propose family restroom standards at roadside facilities.
Source: House Bill 60 00:00
Tennessee House Bill 405 alters hotel tax rules for long-term occupancy
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law changes hotel tax collection after 30 days of guest occupancy in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 405 00:00
Virginia Commission sets new rules for reviewing utility cost recovery and rate adjustments
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission establishes guidelines for fair utility rates and cost recovery measures starting in 2020
Source: VA HB2758 00:00
Virginia mandates nursing homes to enhance visitation and patient communication protocols
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New law requires nursing homes to establish clear visitation protocols and communication policies.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2296 targets reckless fentanyl exposure penalties for emergency responders
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces House Bill 2296 to amend penalties for fentanyl exposure to emergency personnel.
Source: VA HB2296 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly mandates increased physical activity for elementary and secondary students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 158 and House Bill 85 establish new physical activity requirements for schools.
Source: House Bill 85 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends law for statewide P25 communications system management
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee updates code to regulate access and fees for P25 communications system maintenance
Source: House Bill 122 00:00
Virginia introduces HB2296 to protect individuals seeking help during overdose emergencies
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's HB2296 provides legal protections for overdose assistance seekers from prosecution.
Source: VA HB2296 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2258 mandates Bureau of Insurance study on health step therapy protocols
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bureau of Insurance to evaluate health benefit step therapy protocols and report findings by 2025.
Source: VA HB2258 00:00
Virginia Board sets new standards for hospitals nursing homes to enhance patient safety
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New regulations establish health safety standards for hospitals and nursing facilities in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
New law mandates 60 minutes of daily physical activity for elementary students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Law requires elementary students to have two thirty-minute physical activity periods daily
Source: House Bill 85 00:00
Tennessee legislators approve House Bill 180 allowing agricultural deannexation petitions
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 180 enables property owners to petition for deannexation from municipalities.
Source: House Bill 180 00:00
Virginia establishes College and Career Ready Program to enhance student access to higher education
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
State Board initiates program for high school students to earn college credits tuition-free.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Virginia hospitals required to implement protocols for substance use emergencies and patient visits
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates hospitals to establish protocols for substance use emergencies and patient visitation.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
New law mandates hybrid learning compliance for public charter schools starting July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Public charter schools must offer hybrid learning while adhering to state and federal regulations.
Source: House Bill 485 00:00
Virginia mandates hospitals to develop discharge plans for substance-abusing postpartum women
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New legislation requires hospitals to create discharge protocols for postpartum women with substance abuse issues.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
Virginia General Assembly amends education code to enhance high school students' postsecondary opportunities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia updates education code to include concurrent enrollment and dual enrollment for high school students.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2684 mandates plan for data center infrastructure cost risks
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bill requires Phase II Utility to address stranded infrastructure costs for data centers.
Source: VA HB2684 00:00
Virginia Commission establishes process for electric utilities to recover storm recovery costs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Electric utilities may petition Commission to finance storm recovery costs through securitized asset bonds.
Source: VA HB2621 00:00
Tennessee updates Consumer Protection Act targeting service provider contract violations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts amendments to strengthen penalties against service contract violations effective July 2025.
Source: House Bill 141 00:00
Tennessee House Bill 485 allows hybrid learning for extreme weather and emergencies
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enables hybrid learning days for schools during extreme weather conditions or emergencies.
Source: House Bill 485 00:00
Virginia Commission sets strict rules for pharmacy benefits managers and imposes civil penalties
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission mandates annual license renewals and enforces compliance among pharmacy benefits managers.
Source: VA HB2773 00:00
Virginia hospitals required to inform patients about air medical transportation costs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation mandates hospitals to disclose air transport options and potential patient costs.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
Virginia lawmakers introduce House Bill 2526 to amend Housing and Community Development Board
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2526 proposes changes to the structure of Virginia's Housing and Community Development Board.
Source: VA HB2526 00:00
Virginia General Assembly introduces pilot program for underground electric transmission lines
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2755 aims to study benefits of underground electric transmission projects in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2755 00:00
Virginia higher education system launches guaranteed admissions and pathway map programs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New initiatives facilitate guaranteed admissions and credit transfer for Virginia higher education students.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves property tax relief for disabled veterans under House Bill 436
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 436 provides property tax relief to disabled veterans for homes valued up to $175,000.
Source: House Bill 436 00:00
Tennessee legislature passes law to strengthen historic preservation protections
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee law restricts alterations to properties of historical, architectural, or cultural significance.
Source: House Bill 73 00:00
Virginia establishes statewide clearinghouse for high-energy facility water and energy data
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Department of Environmental Quality to create portal by July 2026 for energy facility information
Source: VA HB2035 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2101 investigates data center cost allocation impacts on electric utility customers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
State Corporation Commission to assess if non-data center customers unfairly subsidize data centers.
Source: VA HB2101 00:00
Virginia Board establishes new Standards of Learning to enhance public education quality
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
The Virginia Board sets learning objectives to promote student achievement and skill development.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Virginia mandates vaccinations and safety protocols for nursing homes and certified facilities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia enacts new laws to improve patient care and safety in nursing facilities.
Source: VA HB2742 00:00
Virginia Board mandates comprehensive remediation programs for students at risk of failing
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards implement instruction aligned with Standards of Learning and remediation programs.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Tennessee legislature introduces CEO Pay Disparity Tax Act targeting excessive executive compensation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New tax surcharge proposed for companies with CEOs earning over 100 times median employee income.
Source: House Bill 431 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves contract options for municipal finance officers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 185 allows municipalities to contract certified accountants for financial oversight.
Source: House Bill 185 00:00
Virginia legislature outlines tenant rights and landlord obligations in new rental agreement guidelines
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New regulations mandate clear communication of tenant rights and timely rent payment processes.
Source: VA HB2218 00:00
North Dakota Assembly approves new student lunch break duration legislation
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
Legislature mandates thirty-minute lunch breaks for students between ten a.m. and two p.m.
Source: House Bill 1333 00:00
Virginia General Assembly proposes Bill 2024 for solar equipment procurement standards
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Proposed Bill 2024 mandates compliance with EPA standards for solar photovoltaic procurement in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2024 00:00
Virginia Council develops new transfer tool to streamline college credit between institutions
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Council prepares report on community college to baccalaureate transfer effectiveness and efficiency.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers pass bills requiring hospitals to track patient citizenship status
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New laws mandate hospitals to collect citizenship information from Medicaid patients during registration.
Source: House Bill 144 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers mandate timely reimbursements for child advocacy centers under House Bill 46
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation requires Tennessee to ensure prompt payment to child advocacy centers.
Source: House Bill 46 00:00
Virginia establishes acute psychiatric bed registry to enhance patient placement and data security
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's acute psychiatric bed registry aims to improve bed availability and protect patient privacy.
Source: VA HB1937 00:00
Legislative Assembly sets new school funding adjustments for 2024-25 academic year
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
Superintendent to implement school funding reductions adjusted by taxable valuations and revenues
Source: House Bill 1381 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes bill to clarify venue for violation of release conditions
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law defines prosecution venue for violation of release conditions in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 78 00:00
Virginia HB1955 proposes stricter penalties for drug possession and distribution offenses
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia legislators introduce HB1955 to increase penalties for various controlled substance offenses.
Source: VA HB1955 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends election petition process under House Bill 457
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 457 allows notification of petition documentation defects in Tennessee elections.
Source: House Bill 457 00:00
Virginia develops acute psychiatric bed registry for efficient mental health facility access
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Registry will display real-time bed availability in psychiatric facilities across Virginia.
Source: VA HB1937 00:00
Superintendent outlines funding adjustments for school districts through 2024-25 school year
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
School districts will see gradual funding reductions beginning in the 2024-25 school year.
Source: House Bill 1381 00:00
Delegate Gardner introduces House Bill 1955 to toughen Virginia drug distribution penalties
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 1955 proposes stricter penalties for manufacturing and distributing controlled substances in Virginia.
Source: VA HB1955 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves property tax relief for disabled veterans starting July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts law to reimburse property taxes for disabled veterans from July 2025.
Source: House Bill 48 00:00
Virginia State Council outlines dual enrollment and training programs for high school students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
State Council develops guidelines for dual enrollment and noncredit training initiatives in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Arkansas Senate recognizes National School Choice Week promoting diverse educational options
2025 Senate Resolutions, 2025 Passed Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Arkansas Legislation Bills, Arkansas
Arkansas Senate commemorates National School Choice Week highlighting the need for educational variety.
Source: Senate Resolution 5 00:00
Virginia officials improve medical records exchange for incarcerated individuals under new legislation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New Virginia legislation enhances medical information exchange for correctional facility health care.
Source: VA HB2655 00:00
Virginia court empowers severe penalties for methamphetamine manufacturing and distribution violations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New Virginia legislation enforces harsh sentences and restitution for methamphetamine offenses and property damage.
Source: VA HB1955 00:00
Tennessee LEAs mandated to procure portable metal detectors to enhance school safety
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Local education agencies must competitively procure metal detectors to improve school safety measures.
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
Senator Dotson recognizes National School Choice Week in Arkansas General Assembly
2025 Senate Resolutions, 2025 Passed Bills, Senate, 2025 Bills, Arkansas Legislation Bills, Arkansas
Arkansas commemorates National School Choice Week promoting education quality and parental empowerment.
Source: Senate Resolution 5 00:00
North Dakota lawmakers approve $1.75M for artificial turf at state college
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
Legislative Assembly allocates funding for North Dakota State College of Science turf project
Source: House Bill 1331 00:00
Virginia's HB2655 mandates secured health record sharing for incarcerated individuals
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation ensures continuity of care for prisoners through secure health record disclosure.
Source: VA HB2655 00:00
LEA to implement portable metal detectors and collect safety data in schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Vendor to report annual findings on portable metal detectors' effectiveness and safety impacts
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
Virginia Board updates Standards of Learning to enhance health and career education instruction
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Board mandates new health standards and career investigation courses for Virginia middle and high schools.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Representative Graning introduces H.101 to enhance Vermont's education agency oversight
Introduced, House, 2025 Bills, Vermont Legislation Bills, Vermont
New bill mandates comprehensive evaluation of Vermont's Agency of Education by Secretary.
Source: House Bill 100 00:00
North Dakota legislators propose bill to strengthen student data protection policies
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
Legislative Assembly introduces bill requiring school districts to adopt student data protection policies.
Source: House Bill 1357 00:00
Virginia Courts to Regulate Juvenile Records Access for Treatment and Rehabilitation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia establishes guidelines for accessing juvenile records to aid treatment and rehabilitation services.
Source: VA HB2655 00:00
New security screening device enhances accessibility and threat detection in schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Device features open-top design for comfort and customizable alarms for security efficiency
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
School district implements portable metal detectors with training for enhanced security
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
District establishes maintenance protocols and training for portable metal detectors to enhance safety.
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
Vermont to launch program eliminating medical debt for low-income residents
Introduced, House, 2025 Bills, Vermont Legislation Bills, Vermont
Vermont creates nonprofit to purchase and abolish medical debt for qualifying residents.
Source: House Bill 112 00:00
Virginia sets new standards for remediation and summer school programs for struggling students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards required to implement tailored remediation programs for K-12 student success.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Virginia mandates training in dyslexia mental health cultural competency for teacher licensure
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New licensure requirements in Virginia include training on mental health and cultural competency.
Source: VA HB2044 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly enacts Protecting Tennessee Schools and Events Act for enhanced security
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law mandates walk-through metal detector deployment to improve school security statewide.
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
North Dakota legislators propose government spending database and training for school officials
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
Legislative Assembly introduces bill for school training and state spending database establishment
Source: House Bill 1329 00:00
Vermont introduces bill prohibiting sale of medical debt by large health care facilities
Introduced, House, 2025 Bills, Vermont Legislation Bills, Vermont
Vermont's H.112 bans large health care facilities from selling medical debt starting July 2025
Source: House Bill 112 00:00
Virginia mandates comprehensive training standards for new teacher licensure and renewal requirements
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New regulations require extensive training for Virginia teachers including mental health and dyslexia awareness.
Source: VA HB2044 00:00
Virginia introduces mandatory minimum sentences for serious drug offenses under HB1955
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
HB1955 enforces strict penalties for third-time drug offenders with severe fines and imprisonment.
Source: VA HB1955 00:00
Tennessee Education Department to fund portable metal detectors for distressed school districts
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Grants will provide up to three metal detectors to qualifying local education agencies
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
Vermont lawmakers propose medical debt relief and credit reporting reforms
Introduced, House, 2025 Bills, Vermont Legislation Bills, Vermont
Bill aims to abolish medical debt for low-income Vermonters and improve credit reporting practices.
Source: House Bill 112 00:00
Virginia Board mandates African American history training for teacher licensure and renewal
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia teachers must complete African American history instruction for initial and renewal licensing.
Source: VA HB2044 00:00
Virginia enacts strict penalties for large-scale drug manufacturing and trafficking offenses
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New Virginia law imposes severe punishments for methamphetamine and controlled substance violations
Source: VA HB1955 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers introduce pilot program for portable metal detectors in at-risk schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
HB 399 aims to enhance security measures in Tennessee schools facing financial disparities.
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
New charter school regulations focus on board composition and funding transparency
2025 House Introduced Bills, 2025 House Bills, 2025 Bills, North Dakota Legislation Bills, North Dakota
Charter holders must establish community-inclusive boards and comply with funding reporting requirements.
Source: House Bill 1358 00:00
Vermont prohibits credit reporting agencies from reporting medical debt information
Introduced, House, 2025 Bills, Vermont Legislation Bills, Vermont
New law prohibits medical debt reporting by credit agencies in Vermont.
Source: House Bill 112 00:00
Virginia Board creates provisional and reciprocal licensure options for military veterans and educators
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board establishes new licensure pathways for veterans and out-of-state teachers.
Source: VA HB2044 00:00
Committee discusses converting K–3 foreign-language stipends into school grants, raising cap to $49,500; asks staff to draft amendment
Education, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
During committee work, the Senate Education Committee discussed drafting an amendment to Senate Bill 2275 to convert K–3 foreign-language stipends into school grants, broaden allowable uses, and increase the program cap to $49,500 so the measure could remain in committee.
Source: Senate Education II Jan 28, 2025 12:40
Tennessee law evaluates portable metal detectors to enhance school safety
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Law mandates assessment of portable metal detectors for school safety improvements and challenges.
Source: House Bill 399 00:00
Virginia legislators introduce bill for statewide anonymous student reporting mobile application
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2765 aims to enhance student safety through anonymous reporting app in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2765 00:00
Local school boards to enhance K-12 education with career programs and student support
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates comprehensive educational programs to boost student success and vocational readiness.
Source: VA HB2777 00:00
Virginia House Committee proposes new bill for school library materials catalog maintenance
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's House Bill 2190 mandates cataloging print and digital school library materials.
Source: VA HB2190 00:00
Rep Gresko introduces bill to establish Connecticut Film Video and Media Office
House Bills, Introduced Bills, 2025 Bills, Connecticut Legislation Bills, Connecticut
Connecticut aims to boost media production by creating a dedicated Film Video and Media Office.
Source: House Bill 6770 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers introduce bills to regulate student use of electronic devices in schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation aims to restrict student access to personal electronic devices during school hours.
Source: House Bill 419 00:00
Senate education committee hears bill to set new math standards, training and screening; committee delays action
Education, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Senator Don Schaible, District 31, introduced Senate Bill 2213 at a Senate Education Committee hearing to require statewide curriculum alignment, teacher competency standards, screening and intervention in mathematics and to appropriate $1,200,000 for implementation.
Source: Senate Education II Jan 28, 2025 48:08
Virginia Board establishes new licensure protocols for teachers and online course instructors
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Board regulates teacher licensure standards including provisional, renewable, and online teaching licenses.
Source: VA HB2044 00:00
Virginia legislates new definitions for watercraft and trailer dealers in HB2261
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's HB2261 establishes regulations for watercraft trailers and large trailer dealers.
Source: VA HB2261 00:00
Maine establishes Criminal Records Review Commission to reform criminal history laws
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills , Maine Legislation Bills, Maine
Commission to review and recommend improvements to criminal history record information procedures
Source: Senate Bill 259 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves new legal protections for district attorneys general
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law ensures confidentiality for legal counsel provided to district attorneys general in Tennessee
Source: House Bill 49 00:00
Virginia schools implement new plans for career readiness and student support services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Proposed plans enhance career readiness and support programs for students in Virginia schools.
Source: VA HB2455 00:00
Special Legislative Commission on Emerging Firearm Technology holds inaugural hearing, schedules Feb. 10 meeting on microstamping
Special Legislative Commission on Emerging Firearm Technology , Commissions, Legislative, Massachusetts
State Representative Kate Lippert Garabedian, co-chair of the Special Legislative Commission on Emerging Firearm Technology, called the panel's first hearing to order and outlined the commission's statutory charge, hearing schedule and next steps.
Source: Special Legislative Commission on Emerging Firearm Technology - 1-28-2025 31:27
Maine establishes Criminal Records Review Commission to examine criminal history laws
Introduced, Senate, 2025 Bills , Maine Legislation Bills, Maine
New commission will review laws and recommend changes regarding criminal record information annually.
Source: Senate Bill 259 00:00
Virginia Secretary of Public Safety to assess communications infrastructure needs by December 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Secretary of Public Safety will evaluate public safety communications and infrastructure updates in Virginia.
Source: VA HB1820 00:00
Virginia Department sets new thresholds for equitable low-income housing distribution
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Department aims to prevent overconcentration of low-income housing while addressing homelessness.
Source: VA HB2048 00:00
Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board to develop heat illness standards for high-hazard industries
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Board must create high-hazard industry list and heat illness prevention regulations by 2026
Source: VA HB1980 00:00
Virginia establishes Highway Coastal Resilience Fund to combat flooding in Hampton Roads
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Commission to manage fund for infrastructure projects addressing coastal flooding in Planning District 23.
Source: VA HB2466 00:00
Tennessee Health Department to educate public on living organ donation by 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee will launch educational materials on living organ donation benefits and insurance access.
Source: House Bill 427 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves establishment of Tennessee Promise completion grant special account
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Lawmakers create special account for Tennessee Promise scholarship completion grants in new legislation
Source: House Bill 148 00:00
House Judiciary Committee advances hospital-worker assault bill, shortens civil-response window and clears record-sealing changes
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Judiciary Committee on Feb. 1 advanced several measures after extended testimony and debate, including House Bill 1341 to make assault of a hospital worker a felony; an amendment to House Bill 1405 shortening the period to respond to civil summonses and requiring a self-help notice; and amendments to House Bill 1263 on sealing criminal records.
Source: House Judiciary II Jan 28, 2025 01:10:45
Virginia bill mandates warrants for electronic communications and location data disclosures
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces strict warrant requirements for law enforcement access to electronic data.
Source: VA HB2546 00:00
Tennessee mandates 12 weeks leave for employees undergoing living organ donations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee law requires employers to grant leave for recovery from living organ donation surgeries.
Source: House Bill 427 00:00
Doctors and hospitals urge felony penalty for assaults on hospital staff; committee hears safety, scope concerns
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Pat Heinert proposed adding "hospital worker" to a list of protected classes in the simple assault statute, making some assaults on hospital staff a felony; clinicians and the North Dakota Hospital Association supported the change, while committee members raised concerns about scope and patients with impaired judgment.
Source: House Judiciary Jan 28, 2025 18:11
Tennessee General Assembly approves firearms amendment for property access compliance
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Senate Bill 441 amends firearm access rules in Tennessee effective July 1, 2025
Source: House Bill 478 00:00
Virginia mandates quicker access to generics and biosimilars in new pharmacy benefits act
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New Virginia law requires insurers to provide immediate access to approved generics and biosimilars.
Source: VA HB2329 00:00
Virginia requires court approval for emergency access to real-time location data
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Law enforcement must file statements to justify accessing real-time location data in emergencies.
Source: VA HB2546 00:00
Tennessee legislature approves 12 weeks of leave for living organ donation recovery
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Eligible employees gain 12 weeks of leave for recovery after living organ donation surgery.
Source: House Bill 427 00:00
Lawmakers debate bill to require Legacy Fund divestment from Chinese companies
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representatives, the state treasurer and investment officials debated House Bill 1330, which would require the State Investment Board to divest Legacy Fund holdings in companies tied to China. Proponents called for greater transparency and moral responsibility; investment staff warned of practical, legal and cost implications of an expansive ban.
Source: House Industry, Business and Labor II Jan 28, 2025 01:38:33
Supporters urge easier path to sealing criminal records; bill would allow appeal and shorter refiling period
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Nels Christensen told the House Judiciary Committee that House Bill 1263 would make it easier for people who have completed sentences and shown rehabilitation to petition for sealing their criminal records, including a right to refile a denied petition after one year.
Source: House Judiciary Jan 28, 2025 34:56
Committee hears bill to limit local restrictions on digital-asset mining and data centers
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Bismarck — The House Industry, Business and Labor Committee heard testimony on House Bill 1239, the ‘‘Freedom Act,’’ which its sponsor, Representative Nathan Thomann of District 34, described as a bill to protect digital-asset mining and similar data-center activity from new, industry-specific local restrictions and to exempt some mining activity from money-transmitter licensing.
Source: House Industry, Business and Labor II Jan 28, 2025 36:21
Committee hears bill to put treatment‑court roles in statute; agencies say bill codifies existing practice
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
House Bill 1347 would put into statute the roles of Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Department of Health and Human Services and the courts in supervising district court treatment programs; agency witnesses said the bill clarifies existing practice and removes ambiguity about responsibilities and minimum treatment standards.
Source: House Judiciary Jan 28, 2025 30:30
Virginia House Committee directs regions to establish Regional Older Adults Facility Teams
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Community services boards must develop regional plans for older adult programs by September 2025.
Source: VA HB1931 00:00
New law mandates destruction of samples if defendant is acquitted by July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New act requires sample destruction upon acquittal or dismissal of charges by July 2025
Source: House Bill 473 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves DNA collection from felony arrestees starting July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law mandates DNA samples for individuals arrested for felonies in Tennessee
Source: House Bill 473 00:00
Virginia House Bill 1900 proposes medical assistance updates including rapid genome sequencing
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia seeks to enact medical assistance improvements under House Bill 1900 for 2025 session
Source: VA HB1900 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends public employees' residential information privacy laws
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee lawmakers revise law on disclosing public employees' residential information for privacy protection.
Source: House Bill 66 00:00
Committee hears bill to restore cooperative (mutual) financial institution charter option
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
House Bill 1507 would reintroduce a state cooperative financial institution (mutual) charter option that previously existed in North Dakota law. The Department of Financial Institutions and industry groups largely supported adding the option; the Secretary of State flagged a $47,000 systems update cost for state filings.
Source: House Industry, Business and Labor Jan 28, 2025 00:00
Virginia Board mandates corrective action plans for underperforming schools statewide
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Superintendent to develop criteria for recognizing educational performance and student growth in Virginia
Source: VA HB1957 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly introduces bill to streamline recall process for local officials
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation enables voters to initiate recall petitions against locally elected officials in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 92 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves HB95 to return half of realty transfer taxes to counties
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law mandates Tennessee counties receive 50% of recordation taxes from realty transfers.
Source: House Bill 95 00:00
Virginia Medical Assistance Bill expands coverage for cancer screenings and telemedicine services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation proposed in Virginia enhances medical assistance for screenings and telemedicine access.
Source: VA HB1900 00:00
Tennessee allows ACT SAT and CLT scores for college admissions starting July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee revises higher education admission criteria to include Classic Learning Test scores.
Source: House Bill 75 00:00
Virginia revises assessment policies allowing retakes and limiting testing frequency for students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia schools can now offer alternative assessments and streamline testing for student evaluation.
Source: VA HB1957 00:00
Virginia mandates year-long hormonal contraceptive supply and telemedicine coverage for vulnerable patients
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces provisions for 12-month contraceptive supply and expanded telehealth services for patients.
Source: VA HB1900 00:00
Tennessee legislators add Classic Learning Test to accepted college admission scores
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee updates education laws to include Classic Learning Test among acceptable admission assessments.
Source: House Bill 75 00:00
Virginia board adopts provisions for home fetal tests and infant genome sequencing reimbursements
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's healthcare board approves reimbursement for remote fetal monitoring and rapid genome sequencing.
Source: VA HB1900 00:00
Court staff opposes extending civil answer deadline from 21 days; bill paused for further amendment
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Laurie Van Winkle proposed extending the statutory deadline to answer civil complaints; State Court Administrator's Office staff and court officials opposed a large increase and recommended keeping the rule‑based 21‑day deadline. Committee discussion produced competing amendment proposals but no final committee vote.
Source: House Judiciary Jan 28, 2025 01:00:17
Virginia mandates coal and oil unit retirements by 2024 for cleaner energy transition
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Utilities must retire all coal and oil generating units to enhance renewable energy usage.
Source: VA HB2537 00:00
Virginia establishes Independent Credentialing Review Board to oversee high-risk health providers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
State launches credentialing database to enhance oversight of high-risk healthcare providers in Virginia
Source: VA HB2662 00:00
Tennessee updates education standards to include CLT alongside ACT and SAT scores
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee amends education laws to accept CLT scores for student admissions requirements.
Source: House Bill 75 00:00
Virginia committees project funding needs to expand early childhood education and eliminate waitlists
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia committees outline funding strategies to meet early childhood education demand and capacity.
Source: VA HB2538 00:00
Virginia Board to establish new accreditation standards for public schools and virtual education
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board plans to enhance transparency and objectivity in school accreditation processes
Source: VA HB1957 00:00
Virginia Utilities required to increase energy storage capacity by 2040 under new plan
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Phase I and II Utilities must petition for increased short-duration energy storage by 2040.
Source: VA HB2537 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly mandates autism report under new legislation by Massey and Hurt
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee's new autism legislation requires annual council reports to health committees.
Source: House Bill 455 00:00
Virginia establishes Early Childhood Care and Education Fund to support education services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's new fund will financially support early childhood care and education services annually.
Source: VA HB2538 00:00
House Education panel recommends 'do not pass' on bill to require 30‑minute student lunch
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Education Committee voted to recommend a "do not pass" on House Bill 1333, which would have required a 30‑minute student lunch window during the school day. Supporters cited short lunches at Legacy High School; opponents warned the mandate would interfere with local scheduling and supervision and could be unworkable.
Source: House Education II Jan 28, 2025 09:58
Virginia Board mandates annual audits for local alternative assessments in schools
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board establishes guidelines for school assessments with rigorous audit requirements.
Source: VA HB1957 00:00
Virginia RPS Program mandates renewable energy requirements for Phase I and II Utilities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Phase I and II Utilities in Virginia must meet escalating renewable energy requirements through 2026.
Source: VA HB2537 00:00
Virginia establishes Medicaid Billing Oversight Task Force to enhance fraud detection measures
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Task Force to develop automated systems for improved Medicaid fraud detection and efficiency.
Source: VA HB2662 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers propose bills limiting public school involvement in athletic associations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee introduces bill restricting public school funding for certain athletic association memberships
Source: House Bill 25 00:00
Virginia utilities to petition for 16.1GW of renewable energy by 2035
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Phase I and II utilities commit to significant solar and wind energy generation in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2537 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2020 seeks to amend highway maintenance funding for New Market
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2020 proposes changes to highway maintenance payments for Virginia towns and cities.
Source: VA HB2020 00:00
Virginia Board allows local school waivers to boost instructional quality and student achievement
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board grants local school boards waivers to enhance educational instruction and performance.
Source: VA HB1957 00:00
Virginia utilities must secure 16,100 megawatts of renewable energy by 2035
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Phase II Utilities to petition for additional renewable energy capacity advancements by 2035.
Source: VA HB2537 00:00
Virginia establishes grant program for schools to implement evidence-based restorative practices
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Applications for funds will require detailed data and collaborative plans for restorative practices.
Source: VA HB2196 00:00
Department of Financial Institutions urges continuing appropriation for industry‑funded regulator
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Lisa Cruz told the Industry, Business and Labor Committee that moving the department to a continuing appropriation model would let the agency hire staff and respond faster to emerging supervision needs; banks and the state banking board supported the change during the hearing.
Source: House Industry, Business and Labor Jan 28, 2025 21:45
Tennessee lawmakers shorten expunction waiting period from fifteen to ten years
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 450 reduces expunction waiting period in Tennessee from fifteen to ten years
Source: House Bill 450 00:00
Virginia plans new medical assistance provisions targeting infant hearing screenings and cancer treatment
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces expanded medical assistance for infant hearing, cancer treatment, telemedicine, and long-term care.
Source: VA HB1900 00:00
Virginia implements comprehensive school safety audits and emergency response plans statewide
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates annual school safety audits to enhance security and crisis preparedness.
Source: VA HB2640 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly moves to eliminate government restrictions on milk sales
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 101 aims to amend Tennessee law regarding milk sales regulations.
Source: House Bill 101 00:00
Committee clears local‑funded turf project for North Dakota State College of Science; committee approved moving bill out of committee
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
House Bill 1331 would authorize NDSCS to proceed with a locally funded turf replacement on its shared football field. Testimony said the project uses donations and auxiliary revenue; committee voted to advance the bill from committee.
Source: House Education Jan 28, 2025 11:30
Virginia General Assembly establishes Restorative Schools Pilot Program to improve student discipline
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia launches pilot program promoting restorative practices to enhance school discipline statewide.
Source: VA HB2196 00:00
Delegate Sullivan introduces House Bill 1777 to strengthen foster youth information rights in Virginia
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 1777 amends Virginia law to enhance rights for foster youth regarding information access.
Source: VA HB1777 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2640 mandates virtual learning guidelines amid public health emergencies
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Department of Education to develop annual guidelines for virtual learning options and policies.
Source: VA HB2640 00:00
Virginia sets framework for evidence-based restorative practices in schools by 2026
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates annual progress reports on restorative practices for eligible school divisions
Source: VA HB2196 00:00
Virginia House Committee proposes amendments to enhance employment preferences for military families
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2588 aims to improve job preferences for veterans and military spouses in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2588 00:00
Committee advances state-run insurance fund changes, approves escrow-interest bill and rejects board investment bill
Industry, Business and Labor, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Industry, Business and Labor Committee on a banker‑heavy hearing day advanced two related bills changing administration of the State Fire and Tornado Fund and the State Bonding Fund, approved legislation requiring many mortgage servicers to pay interest on escrow accounts, and voted not to advance a proposal to let the Board of University and School Lands explicitly invest up to 10% of managed funds in precious metals or digital assets.
Source: House Industry, Business and Labor Jan 28, 2025 08:17
Tennessee General Assembly amends law to enhance synthetic opioid testing procedures
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee updates opioid testing regulations to improve public safety measures.
Source: House Bill 113 00:00
Virginia establishes Children's Ombudsman Office to address complaints regarding child services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Individuals can now report complaints to Virginia's newly designated Children's Ombudsman Office.
Source: VA HB1777 00:00
Committee restores deleted language and approves amended bill expanding protective-order process for convicted defendants
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
House Bill 1336, which clarifies use and removal of protective orders tied to criminal cases, received committee amendments restoring deleted text and changing a required hearing to a permissive one; the committee approved the amended bill 14–0.
Source: House Judiciary Jan 28, 2025 12:58
Virginia law grants employment preference to veterans spouses and individuals with disabilities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Localities must prioritize hiring veterans and their spouses in compliance with new law.
Source: VA HB2588 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly authorizes drone use for deer recovery during hunting
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation allows drones for locating wounded deer while hunting in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 175 00:00
Virginia mandates Phase II Utilities achieve 100% renewable energy by 2050
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Phase II Utilities in Virginia must meet RPS requirements with renewable sources by 2050.
Source: VA HB2537 00:00
Virginia Tax Commissioner outlines $8.5M tax credit plan for film production by 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Tax credits for film production in Virginia reach $8.5 million starting fiscal year 2025
Source: VA HB2108 00:00
Virginia proposes new tax credits to boost film production and local employment
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces refundable tax credits to stimulate film production and support local jobs.
Source: VA HB2108 00:00
Virginia House Bill 1919 mandates workplace violence policies for certain employers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Bill prohibits retaliatory actions against employees reporting workplace violence or legal violations.
Source: VA HB1919 00:00
Nebraska lawmakers introduce LB612 to shift county court costs to state funding
Senate Bills - Introduced, 2025 Senate Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Nebraska Legislation Bills, Nebraska
Legislative Bill 612 seeks state funding for fifty percent of county court operational costs
Source: Legislature Bill 612 00:00
Virginia House Committee advances bill limiting isolated confinement in correctional facilities
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's House Bill 2647 seeks to restrict use of isolated confinement in prisons.
Source: VA HB2647 00:00
Virginia mandates workplace violence policies for employers with 100 or more employees
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Employers must implement specific violence policies by January 1, 2026, to ensure employee safety.
Source: VA HB1919 00:00
Lawmakers hear bill to publish K‑12 spending data; school boards warn of unfunded reporting burden
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Emily O’Brien told the committee House Bill 1329 would require a searchable public database showing K‑12 expenditures by school so parents and taxpayers can see how education dollars are spent.
Source: House Education Jan 28, 2025 10:43
Tennessee lawmakers reduce local government notification period from 90 to 60 days
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee law now mandates local governments notify residents within 60 days.
Source: Senate Bill 357 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers pass HB 82 to enhance lobbyist ethics and travel reporting guidelines
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 82 amends ethics regulations for lobbyists and government officials in Tennessee.
Source: House Bill 82 00:00
Delegate Helmer introduces House Bill 2619 to enhance employee protections in Virginia transportation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia House Bill 2619 mandates fair employee compensation in public transportation services
Source: VA HB2619 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly empowers Attorney General to investigate judicial misconduct
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law allows Attorney General to prosecute judges to avoid conflicts of interest.
Source: House Bill 96 00:00
Virginia enacts limits on isolated confinement for incarcerated individuals under new bill
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New Virginia legislation restricts isolated confinement duration for incarcerated individuals to 15 days.
Source: VA HB2647 00:00
Virginia exempts disabled veterans from state income tax on federal student loan discharges
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia excludes certain student loan discharges from income tax for eligible disabled veterans.
Source: VA HB2062 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly passes bills on private protective services and reserve officers
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Legislature amends laws on compensation for reserve officers working with private businesses.
Source: Senate Bill 349 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends money transmission deadlines in new legislation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee alters money transmission deadlines from November 1 to October 15 in new act.
Source: House Bill 417 00:00
Virginia proposes protections for transit employees in new public transportation legislation
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New legislation requires protections and benefits for transportation workers in Virginia's districts.
Source: VA HB2619 00:00
House panel advances bill letting judges impose no-contact orders beyond imprisonment for DUI-related treatment sentences
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The House Judiciary Committee voted 14-0 to give House Bill 1313 a "do pass" recommendation after a brief hearing in which sponsor Rep. Bernie Satrim said the bill adds a no-contact order as an explicit sentencing alternative and expands its timeframe beyond a term of imprisonment.
Source: House Judiciary Jan 28, 2025 11:22
Virginia House Bill proposes new maternal health protocols for hospitals and outpatient providers
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia seeks to improve maternal health outcomes through new training protocols and resources.
Source: VA HB2753 00:00
Virginia School Board implements evidence-based literacy practices for improved reading skills
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia defines evidence-based literacy instruction to enhance student reading competency and comprehension.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee TACIR to study economic impact of cosmetology and barbering industries
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
TACIR will analyze revenue and jobs from Tennessee's cosmetology and barbering professions.
Source: Senate Bill 358 00:00
New medication policy requires student compliance or faces disciplinary action starting July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Students must use medications as prescribed to avoid disciplinary action under school codes.
Source: House Bill 44 00:00
Committee hears competing views on bill to authorize public charter schools in North Dakota
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Murphy introduced House Bill 1358 to permit public charter schools in North Dakota; supporters emphasized choice and specialized programs for at‑risk and IEP students, while school boards, teacher groups and disability advocates warned of funding, staffing, accountability and IDEA compliance risks.
Source: House Education Jan 28, 2025 01:15:57
Virginia school boards to implement mandatory remediation programs for struggling students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards will establish prevention and remediation programs for educationally at-risk students.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2251 aims to streamline international licensure for professionals
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 2251 proposes regulations for issuing licenses based on international certifications.
Source: VA HB2251 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly enacts law for state agencies to post policies online
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
State agencies must now publicly display policies on their websites under new law.
Source: Senate Bill 352 00:00
Tennessee lawmakers approve bills allowing students to self-administer seizure medications at school
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enables students to self-administer prescribed seizure medications on school grounds.
Source: House Bill 44 00:00
Virginia Board proposes new graduation pathways and industry credential opportunities for students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board introduces flexible graduation requirements and industry-recognized credentials for high school students.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
House committee hears bill to clarify when districts may share student-level data with state systems
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
Representative Desiree Morton told the House Education Committee that House Bill 1357 would allow a school district to share student‑level data with a state student information system only when the district and the state entity have a written data‑sharing agreement.
Source: House Education Jan 28, 2025 35:26
Virginia Board enacts stringent cannabis processor regulations including fingerprinting and background checks
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New regulations require fingerprinting and criminal background checks for cannabis processor applicants.
Source: VA HB1989 00:00
Schools clarify rules for self-administering rescue seizure medication by students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Schools inform parents of liability and medication storage requirements for seizure medication.
Source: House Bill 44 00:00
Tennessee legislature passes bills enhancing legal guidance for county and city officials
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation mandates counties and cities to provide legal advice to elected officials.
Source: Senate Bill 351 00:00
Virginia higher education evaluates CTE programs to meet employer demand and student needs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Report due December 31, 2026 updates Virginia's CTE programs aligning with employment trends.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Virginia schools receive waivers to enhance instruction and boost student achievement
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Local school boards may request waivers to improve instruction and support struggling students.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Virginia Board establishes new cannabis product testing and labeling regulations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates detailed testing and labeling requirements for cannabis products sold by processors
Source: VA HB1989 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly considers specific definition for election signatures in SB347
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
SB347 aims to clarify signature definitions to streamline elections and reduce disputes.
Source: Senate Bill 347 00:00
Virginia House Committee proposes major amendments to medical cannabis program regulations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 1989 updates definitions and regulations for Virginia's medical cannabis program.
Source: VA HB1989 00:00
Industry and Business committee approves amendments to two insurance bills, rejects law-enforcement mental health bill and stalls 988 funding changes
Industry and Business, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Senate Industry and Business Committee Chair Senator Jeff Barta convened the committee for a multi-item session that produced five formal roll-call outcomes and several staff-directed follow-ups.
Source: Senate Industry and Business Jan 28, 2025 46:46
Delegate Glass introduces House Bill 2628 to amend local officers' oath of office
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia General Assembly considers changes to local officers' qualification procedures in new bill
Source: VA HB2628 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends drug overdose immunity law effective July 2025
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee revises drug overdose immunity to limit protection to first overdose cases.
Source: House Bill 464 00:00
Virginia Council mandates public higher education institutions to adopt new credit transfer policies
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Council requires annual reports on implementation of course credit policies by higher education institutions
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Virginia schools to enhance dual enrollment and physical activity programs for students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia introduces comprehensive programs for dual enrollment, language assistance, and physical activity in schools.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves $225M for Education Freedom Scholarships and Hurricane Helene fund
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee allocates funds for education scholarships and hurricane relief in upcoming budget.
Source: Senate Bill 6005 00:00
Virginia lawmaker Walker introduces House Bill 1998 targeting sexual extortion penalties
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
House Bill 1998 aims to strengthen sexual extortion laws in Virginia for 2025 session.
Source: VA HB1998 00:00
Virginia Board sets new criteria for diploma seals in STEM and civic education
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board establishes diploma seals for STEM, civics education, and biliteracy proficiency.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee revises educational policy to enhance tuition reimbursement for military members
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee updates tuition reimbursement policies to support military members' educational pursuits.
Source: House Bill 114 00:00
Tennessee legislature seeks to remove end-of-course assessments for high school students
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee plans to replace high school assessments with ACT or SAT for accountability.
Source: House Bill 91 00:00
Appropriations committee reviews State Fair requests: $642,833 in premiums and two one‑time asks for security and restroom facilities
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Appropriations - Education and Environment Division reviewed the State Fair budget request, including $642,833 for premiums distributed to 4‑H and FFA participants and two one‑time requests: $1,000,000 for security upgrades and $1,000,000 for an east‑side shower/restroom facility; committee will revisit funding.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Education and Environment Division II Jan 28, 2025 22:43
Tennessee amends zoning laws enhancing property rights and appeal procedures for residents
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee revises zoning laws to strengthen property rights and clarify appeal processes.
Source: Senate Bill 365 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly approves bills to enhance non-opioid pain treatment options
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New legislation aims to improve access to non-opioid treatments for pain management.
Source: House Bill 37 00:00
Virginia establishes community college boards to enhance mental health and dual enrollment support
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia mandates community college boards to coordinate mental health services and dual enrollment programs.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee House passes HB 160 to amend wine sales tax regulations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 160 updates wine sales tax rules in Tennessee effective July 2025.
Source: House Bill 160 00:00
Virginia Board implements strict regulations for cannabis dispensing and product management
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia establishes comprehensive guidelines for cannabis dispensing facilities and pharmaceutical processors
Source: VA HB1989 00:00
Tennessee allocates $210 million for Hurricane Helene recovery and education initiatives
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee appropriates funds for Hurricane Helene recovery and local education support.
Source: Senate Bill 6005 00:00
New law mandates reimbursement for non-opioid treatments under group insurance plans
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Insurers must reimburse non-opioid treatments for covered employees effective July 2025.
Source: House Bill 37 00:00
Virginia Department of Elections to provide voting lists while safeguarding voter privacy
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia's new legislation regulates voter list access, ensuring privacy and promoting voter participation.
Source: VA HB1952 00:00
Virginia Task Force tackles real property valuation bias for minority owners
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Task Force will study strategies to ensure equity in real property appraisals and valuations.
Source: VA HB1932 00:00
Virginia House Committee proposes amendments for electric vehicle infrastructure and charging stations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia House Bill 2087 aims to enhance utility support for electric vehicle charging stations.
Source: VA HB2087 00:00
Senate bill would create broad study of higher education to boost efficiency, dual credit and three-year degree pathways
Education, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Senate Bill 2242 would form an interim study group to examine North Dakota higher education institutions, collaboration with K–12, expansion of dual-credit options, and possible three-year bachelor's pathways. The committee heard support testimony and closed the hearing; no vote was taken.
Source: Senate Education Jan 28, 2025 07:36
Tennessee lawmakers introduce bills to amend disaster property tax regulations
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Bills propose taxation changes for property affected by federally certified disasters in Tennessee.
Source: Senate Bill 6007 00:00
Virginia lawmakers approve new in-state tuition eligibility for non-resident workers and veterans
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Legislation expands in-state tuition access for non-Virginia residents employed and veterans in Virginia.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee updates immigration enforcement laws and establishes penalties for official violations
Senate, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee enacts new immigration laws including reporting requirements and penalties for officials.
Source: Senate Bill 6002 00:00
Committee hears detailed briefing on state financial aid, dual‑credit and workforce scholarship programs
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
NDUS staff described need‑based grants, merit scholarships, dual‑credit tuition awards, the Native American scholarship, the Career Builders workforce scholarship/loan‑repayment program and the Professional Student Exchange Program, including eligibility, recent expenditures and requested increases.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Education and Environment Division Jan 28, 2025 19:26
Tennessee General Assembly reforms adult day care terminology to adult day services
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee updates legal definitions from adult day care to adult day services across multiple codes.
Source: House Bill 157 00:00
Virginia House Bill 2064 mandates firearm locking devices to enhance child safety
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New law requires firearm sellers to provide locking devices and safety warnings for firearms
Source: VA HB2064 00:00
Virginia Board updates Standards of Learning for diverse contributions and career investigation courses
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Virginia Board mandates new curriculum standards emphasizing diversity and career exploration from K-12.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Tennessee House passes HB 125 to modify grants for distressed local park projects
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New bill reduces matching grant requirements for parks in distressed Tennessee counties.
Source: House Bill 125 00:00
Virginia offers in-state tuition to refugees and human trafficking victims under new policy
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New legislation allows in-state tuition for certain non-Virginia students in Virginia colleges.
Source: VA HB2338 00:00
Appropriators hear case for $60 million boost to Oil and Gas Research Fund to accelerate enhanced oil recovery research
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Appropriations - Education and Environment Division reviewed a request to increase funding for the Oil and Gas Research Fund and heard results of a recent study on carbon dioxide enhanced oil recovery during a committee meeting.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Education and Environment Division II Jan 28, 2025 01:22:21
Virginia House Bill 2012 proposes local film industry community zones to boost economy
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
Localities can create film industry zones offering unique economic incentives to attract businesses.
Source: VA HB2012 00:00
Committee reviews North Dakota University System Office budget; Armstrong and Burgum proposals differ on one‑time items
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Appropriations division heard a line‑by‑line review of the North Dakota University System Office budget, including base funding, changes between the Burgum and Armstrong proposals, and one‑time programs such as nursing simulation purchases, the Dakota Digital Academy and core technology services.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Education and Environment Division Jan 28, 2025 01:18:19
Tennessee General Assembly establishes $5 million career and technical education fund
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Lawmakers create funding for digital career curriculum grants to support local education agencies
Source: House Bill 138 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends medical device law reducing licensing period to two years
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee lawmakers shorten medical device licensing period from three years to two years.
Source: House Bill 406 00:00
Senate committee hears testimony on SB2036 to create juvenile remediation program; $5.58 million appropriation discussed
Appropriations - Human Resources Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Senate Appropriations Committee’s Human Resources Division took public testimony on Senate Bill 2036, which would move provisions for juveniles who lack fitness to proceed into juvenile code and create remediation services; the bill includes a fiscal request of about $5,580,000, including roughly $1,000,000 in federal funds.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division Jan 28, 2025 33:24
Virginia lawmakers revise tax credit procedures for scholarship foundation donations
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Virginia Legislation Bills, Virginia
New tax credit rules effective for donations to scholarship foundations replace 2019 legislation.
Source: VA HB2759 00:00
Committee hears bill to pilot K–3 foreign-language stipends; tables measure for further drafting
Education, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Senate Bill 2275 would create a pilot stipend program—up to $2,500 per teacher—for kindergarten through grade 3 teachers who teach students a foreign language. DPI data show 10 schools offered K–6 language instruction in 2023–24. The committee did not vote and agreed to revisit the bill with drafted amendments.
Source: Senate Education Jan 28, 2025 31:10
Tennessee General Assembly amends death certificate requirements under House Bill 155
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 155 requires written agreement from attending physician for death certificate signing.
Source: House Bill 155 00:00
Tennessee General Assembly amends law enforcement standards through House Bill 58
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law mandates thorough moral character investigations for law enforcement applicants in Tennessee
Source: House Bill 58 00:00
State officials tell senators SIREN will move from build to operations with additional staff and ongoing costs
Appropriations - Human Resources Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
NDIT briefed the Senate subcommittee on the statewide interoperable radio network (SIREN), describing tower buildouts, a transition to operations in the next biennium, an operational funding tail partly supported by a 50-cent communications fee, and a request for six positions to sustain operations.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division II Jan 28, 2025 16:21
Appropriations committee debates higher-education funding formula, chair calls averaging 'wrong'
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Chair Sorvaugh, chair of the Appropriations - Education and Environment Division, opened a committee session focused on how the higher‑education funding formula operates and how recent changes shifted money between campuses.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Education and Environment Division Jan 28, 2025 20:22
Tennessee General Assembly to study financial aid expansion for workforce credential programs
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
Tennessee Higher Education Commission will evaluate state and employer financial aid for credentials.
Source: House Bill 474 00:00
Votes at a glance: House advances time change, unclaimed property, election housekeeping; several transportation bills pass, weight and glass bills fail
House of Representatives, Legislative, North Dakota
The North Dakota House voted on a bundle of bills including highway namings, changes to unclaimed‑property law, a standard‑time measure, and proposals on transportation and insurance; several bills passed and several failed.
Source: House Floor Session Jan 28, 2025 05:00
Senate Education Committee advances study on retaining original library materials, adds fiscal and operational mandate
Education, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Senate Education Committee voted 4-0 to give Senate Bill 2278 a "do pass as amended," adding language that the study must include the fiscal and operational impact of collection management. The study would examine retention of original library texts and the role of AI in modifying materials.
Source: Senate Education Jan 28, 2025 26:00
Tennessee lawmakers extend ambulance service assessment deadlines with House Bill 171
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
House Bill 171 amends ambulance service regulations, extending deadlines and enhancing data sharing.
Source: House Bill 171 00:00
Commander of USS North Dakota briefs state senators on maintenance, crew and upcoming homeport move
Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Commander Trey Kennard told the North Dakota Senate the submarine is undergoing a nearly $475 million maintenance availability, credited the ship's crew for recent awards and said the boat is scheduled to change home ports to Pearl Harbor after completion in spring 2026.
Source: Senate Floor Session Jan 28, 2025 00:00
Senators press NDIT on EduTech revenue, special funds and PowerSchool-to-Infinite Campus transition
Appropriations - Human Resources Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Lawmakers questioned how EduTech generates special-fund revenue, why most EduTech salaries are general-funded, and how a planned transition from PowerSchool to Infinite Campus will reduce DPI transfers to NDIT.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division II Jan 28, 2025 18:35
Tennessee General Assembly amends pretrial release laws regarding firearm-related offenses
House, Introduced, 2025 Bills, Tennessee Legislation Bills, Tennessee
New law establishes presumption against personal recognizance release for firearm-related charges
Source: House Bill 33 00:00
Senate panel probes $10 million shift in NDIT budget after new governor's proposal
Appropriations - Human Resources Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
Members of the Senate Appropriations subcommittee questioned state information-technology leaders about roughly $10 million in ongoing funding differences between the Burgum and Armstrong executive budgets, focusing on FTE changes, a removed $15 million AI line, and ongoing chargeback and administrative funding models.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division II Jan 28, 2025 02:55
Appropriations committee amends, advances SB2113 to rename human service centers, adds FASD seat and $150,000 signage appropriation
Appropriations - Human Resources Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
The Senate Appropriations Committee amended and advanced Senate Bill 2113 to rename human service centers as behavioral health clinics, add an explicit Cross Disability Advisory Council seat for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, restore a departmental special operating fund and insert a one-time $150,000 signage appropriation.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division Jan 28, 2025 51:36
Officials say BEAD planning funds were partially spent; carryover exemption will be needed if program continues
Appropriations - Human Resources Division, Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
NDIT briefed the subcommittee on federal BEAD planning funds: the state received $5 million for planning, some dollars have been spent, and agency staff said they will need carryover authority (an exemption) because reimbursement is drawn down over time.
Source: Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division II Jan 28, 2025 01:43
Senate adopts package of bills on elections, land sales, floodplain management, agriculture and insurance; several amendments approved
Senate, Legislative, North Dakota
On Jan. 28 the North Dakota Senate adopted a series of bills—including measures on post-election audits, floodplain reporting, and insurance-record confidentiality—approved multiple committee amendments, re-referred one education bill and withdrew one veterans'license measure at the request of its sponsor.
Source: Senate Floor Session Jan 28, 2025 00:00
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