Category: Newsletters

  • Economy and Society: SEC approves Nasdaq board-diversity proposal

    Posted on

    ESG Developments This Week In Washington, D.C. The SEC and diversity On Friday, August 6, the Securities and Exchange Commission approved a plan set forth by the Nasdaq stock exchange to promote diversity among the companies it lists. Late last year, Nasdaq suggested that all listed companies would either have to have underrepresented minority groups…

  • Documenting America’s Path to Recovery #290: August 17, 2021

    Posted on

    Welcome to Documenting America’s Path to Recovery. Today we look at: An order in Michigan directing COVID-19 booster shots to long-term care facilities A temporary Texas Supreme Court order blocking local mask mandates 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…

  • 46 years ago today, Missouri voters approved gubernatorial term limits

    Posted on

    Welcome to the Tuesday, August 17, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: 46 years ago today, Missouri voters approved limiting governors to two terms Vice President Harris has cast eight tie-breaking votes so far in the Senate Aug. 16 was the deadline for California counties to mail out ballots…

  • 92% of state legislative incumbents in NJ, VA running for re-election this year

    Posted on

    Welcome to the Monday, August 16, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: 92% of state legislative incumbents in NJ, VA ran for re-election this year Candidate filing deadline is today in seven Texas school districts, including Houston U.S. House to consider 2022 budget resolution starting the week of Aug.…

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

    Posted on

    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

    Posted on

    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

    Posted on

    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

    Posted on

    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

    Posted on

    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

    Posted on

    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…