Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated a state appeals court's ruling that a Florida law banning the open carry of firearms is unconstitutional. The decision was announced by Judge Stephanie Ray of the First District Court, who authored the opinion, along with Lori Rowe and M. Kemmerly Thomas, on Wednesday. "This decision aligns state policy with my […] The post Florida Appeals Court Knocks 'Unconstitutional' Open Carry Ban appeared first on The Floridian.| The Floridian
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) and all of Florida’s Congressional Democrats called on Governor Ron DeSantis to reverse the state’s recently updated vaccination policies. Last week, Governor DeSantis unveiled a revision to Florida’s vaccination policy plan that aims to eliminate state-mandated vaccinations. Florida’s House Republicans were invited to sign on to the request, which […] The post Debbie Wasserman Schultz Challenges DeSantis Vaccination Policy appeared...| The Floridian
In an op-ed for GoSanAngelo, Rep. August Pfluger (R) celebrated the passage of the One Big Beautiful Act, calling it a “massive win” because tax cuts are coming for Texans. The post Pfluger Celebrates 'Historic' Tax Cuts For Texans appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) is urging Rep. Wesley Hunt (R) and his supporters to abandon any plans for a Senate run and throw their full support behind incumbent Senator John Cornyn (R). The post NRSC Calls Wesley Hunt Senate Run 'A Vanity Project' appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) endorsed state Rep. Dustin Burrows (R) for re-election this week during a campaign reception in Lubbock. The post Governor Abbott Endorses Burrows For Re-Election, Speakership appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
The Texas Senate Democratic Caucus has denounced the "Woman and Child Protection Act," calling it a dangerous expansion of Texas’ abortion restrictions that threatens women, families, and health care providers far beyond the states’ borders. The post Texas Senate Democrats Chide 'Woman and Child Protection Act' appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
States can leverage AI and automation to align job seekers with occupations that reflect their strengths and interests.| Government Technology Insider
Federal leaders share customer experience strategies that streamline service, modernize systems, and increase public trust across agencies.| Government Technology Insider
Part three of our labor exchange series centers on the current job matching process, the technology behind it, and where that technology falls short.| Government Technology Insider
Two of the largest U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities reported sharp declines in gas demand this week, raising questions about potential outages| Texas Politics
A new Baselice & Associates poll found that a strong majority of Republican primary voters support a total ban on consumable THC products in Texas.| Texas Politics
The National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) has endorsed Aaron Reitz (R) in his bid to become the next Attorney General of Texas.| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) has announced a $3.6 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant to Austin Community College District (ACC) for new advanced manufacturing and precision welding labs at its Round Rock Campus.| Texas Politics
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R) and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller held a joint press conference in Mission to announce the delivery of Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R) and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller held a joint press conference in Mission to announce the delivery of $280 million in drought relief through the 1944 Water Treaty Agricultural Assistance Program.| Texas Politics
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has called for a federal investigation of the fire's management after a destructive wildfire destroyed the famo| Cactus Politics
A flash flood along the Guadalupe River in Texas killed at least 43 people and left dozens more missing, many of them children attending Camp Mystic, a A flash flood along the Guadalupe River killed at least 25 people and left dozens more missing, many of them children attending Camp Mystic, a private Christian summer camp for girls.| Texas Politics
As Americans celebrated Independence Day, tragedy struck South-Central Texas as severe flash flooding devastated the Hill Country region.| Texas Politics
Texas Republicans in Congress are celebrating the House’s passage of the Senate amendment to H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping legislative package that includes major tax cuts, border security funding, and rural investments.| Texas Politics
The progressive grassroots organization Mothers Against Greg Abbott PAC announced this week that they would not be supporting former Rep. Colin Allred’s (D) 2026 Senate bid.| Texas Politics
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up efforts to control a dangerous livestock pest by releasing millions of sterile flies over Texas The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up efforts to control a dangerous livestock pest by releasing millions of sterile flies over Texas and Mexico, targeting the New World Screwworm (NWS), a flesh-eating maggot that threatens American agriculture.| Texas Politics
The desert city of Scottsdale has officially earned bragging rights as Arizona's premier Fourth of July destina| Cactus Politics
After a brutal week that saw Phoenix temperatures soar to 117 degrees, Arizona's monsoon season officially b| Cactus Politics
The House of Representatives has passed the ‘| Cactus Politics
State Representative Leo Biasiucci (| Cactus Politics
Leaders We Deserve has endorsed| Cactus Politics
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Arizona continues to receive national recognition for granting families significant authority over their chi| Cactus Politics
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Dark fiber and flexible NaaS connectivity solutions are powering healthcare AI at the network edge. | Government Technology Insider
In the face of budget uncertainty, state governments are turning to automation technologies to increase efficiency. But adoption isn’t always easy.| Government Technology Insider
Arizona faces a potential government shutdown with just days remaining before the June 30 deadline. This wou| Cactus Politics
Due to a budget cap that was established by voters in 1980, Arizona's public schools are currently experiencing| Cactus Politics
After being left out from discussions between Senate Repub| Cactus Politics
With a modernized security strategy, state and local CISO’s can navigate limited budgets, persistent talent gaps, and increasingly sophisticated threats.| Government Technology Insider
After announcing his retirement from the Texas House of Representatives, state Rep. Tony Tinderholt (R) has revealed his candidacy for Tarrant County Commissioner in Precinct 2.| Texas Politics
There’s more troubling news for Senator John Cornyn’s (R) reelection campaign as a new poll finds him trailing Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) by 22 points.| Texas Politics
Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced that his lawsuit against Coppell Independent School District (ISD) has been resolved, following the district’s a| Texas Politics
Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced an investigation against the Austin Independent School District (AISD), accusing the district of violating state law by promoting elements of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in its curriculum.| Texas Politics
State Representative Lisa Fink (R-27) scathingly condemned Governor Katie Hobbs' (| Cactus Politics
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President Donald Trump recently issued a presidential m| Cactus Politics
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Freshman State Representative Anna Lynn Abeytia (D-24) is under scrutiny for supposed campaign finance vi| Cactus Politics
Almost all of Arizona's Congressional delegation has united behind Representative Juan Ciscomani's (| Cactus Politics
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After being passed by the US House of Representatives nearly a year ago, Representative Gregory Steube’s (R-FL) Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act has been passe| The Floridian
Representatives Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Wesley Hunt (R-TX) are calling out Democrats for their disdain of voter ID laws as progressives have called the measure “racist” and believe it will disproportionately and purposely affect black voters.| Texas Politics
With the State of Florida voting on Amendment 4 – enshrining the right to have abortions in the state constitution – Floridians can look to the results of o| The Floridian
New research from New American Economy highlights the crucial role immigrants are playing in South Carolina’s economy, including in some of the state’s fastest-growing and most in-demand fields like healthcare, education, and social work. In order to remain competitive and meet the critical workforce shortages in these fields, South Carolina will need to implement policies […]| New American Economy Research Fund
In January 2022, NAE merged with the American Immigration Council to combine a broad suite of advocacy tools to better expand and protect the rights of immigrants, more fully ensure immigrants’ ability to succeed economically, and help make the communities they settle in more welcoming. New research from New American Economy shows that immigrants in […]| New American Economy Research Fund
New research from New American Economy underscores the crucial role immigrants in Los Angeles play as essential workers, economic contributors, and business owners. The new report, New Americans in the City of Los Angeles, was prepared in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs and the Coalition for Humane Immigrant […]| New American Economy Research Fund
New research from New American Economy underscores the crucial role immigrants in Los Angeles County play as essential workers, economic contributors, and business owners. The new report, New Americans in Los Angeles County, was prepared in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs and the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights […]| New American Economy Research Fund