Category: Newsletters

  • The State and Local Tap: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign Aug. 24

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    Our weekly summary of state and local news highlights New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s announced resignation and the California GOP’s vote to not endorse a recall candidate. Read all about it in this week’s edition of the State and Local Tap.  New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign Aug. 24 New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo…

  • The Federal Tap: U.S. Census Bureau releases 2020 data necessary to begin redistricting process

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    Our weekly summary of federal news highlights the 2020 U.S. Census and a vaccine mandate for the military. Read all about it in this week’s edition of the Federal Tap.  U.S. Census Bureau releases 2020 data necessary to begin redistricting process The U.S. Census Bureau released block-level data from the 2020 census on Aug. 12.…

  • Union Station: Proposed California initiative would ban public-sector unions

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    Proposed California initiative would ban public-sector unions  On Aug. 9, 2021, venture capitalist Timothy Draper filed a proposal with the California attorney general’s office for an initiated constitutional amendment that would prohibit public-sector workers from forming unions. If supporters gather enough valid signatures, it will appear on the Nov. 8, 2022, ballot.  While some states…

  • An early look at 2022 primary dates and filing deadlines

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    Welcome to the Friday, August 13, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: An early look at 2022 primary dates and candidate filing deadlines Two more House members running for Senate Redistricting roundup An early look at 2022 primary election dates and candidate filing deadlines Texas and North Carolina are…

  • Documenting America’s Path to Recovery #289: August 12, 2021

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    Welcome to Documenting America’s Path to Recovery. Today we look at: A vaccine requirement for K-12 school teachers and staff in California An order limiting gatherings in Hawaii Vaccine distribution School closures and reopenings Travel restrictions State proof-of-vaccination requirements and policies Federal responses COVID-19 policy changes from this time last year  We are committed to…

  • One year ago, Trump administration announces Moderna vaccine deal

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    Welcome to the Thursday, August 12, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: One year ago, Trump administration announced $1.5 billion agreement with Moderna to develop 100 million doses of a COVID-19 vaccine Supporters file initiative in Massachusetts to classify app-based drivers as independent contractors California Republican Party votes to…

  • Andrew Cuomo to become ninth New York governor to resign

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    Welcome to the Wednesday, August 11, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces resignation Here’s an update on Seattle’s Aug. 3 municipal elections One year ago — on Aug. 11, 2020 — Biden selected Kamala Harris as his running mate New York Gov. Andrew…

  • Documenting America’s Path to Recovery #288: August 10, 2021

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    Welcome to Documenting America’s Path to Recovery. Today we look at: State employee vaccine requirements in Hawaii and Washington The resumption of federal pandemic unemployment programs in Oklahoma Vaccine distribution Lawsuits about state actions and policies  State-level mask requirements COVID-19 emergency health orders COVID-19 policy changes from this time last year  We are committed to…

  • Economy and Society: House Democrats urge repeal of Trump administration ESG rule

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    ESG Developments This Week In Washington, D.C. House Democrats urge repeal of Trump administration ESG rule On July 29, 13 Democratic Members of the House of Representatives sent an open letter to Labor Secretary Marty Walsh asking him to take the Labor Department’s actions on ESG investments one step further. The Trump Labor Department enacted…

  • Biden’s judicial nominations through August compared to his predecessors

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    Welcome to the Tuesday, August 10, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: President Biden has appointed the most federal judges through Aug. 1 of a president’s first year Texas House lacks quorum as second special session begins Louisiana reinstates indoor face-covering requirement President Biden has appointed the most federal…