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March 25, 2021: President Joe Biden (D) announced on Wednesday that Vice President Kamala Harris (D) would oversee the White House’s efforts to address an increase in migrants at the southern border. Every weekday, Ballotpedia is tracking key presidential appointments, executive actions, and policy developments from the Biden administration. The Senate Committee on Homeland Security…
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Welcome to the Thursday, March 25, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: Some updates on the recall effort against Gov. Gavin Newsom New Mexico voters to decide early childhood education funding measure What’s the Tea? Some updates on the recall effort against Gov. Gavin Newsom On March 17, the…
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The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Georgia (Republican trifecta): On Tuesday, March 23, Gov. Brian Kemp (R) announced that all residents 16 and older will become eligible to receive a coronavirus vaccine on Thursday, March 25. Vermont (divided government): Residents 60 and older will become eligible for a coronavirus…
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Welcome to the Wednesday, March 24, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: Looking at 2020 population estimates compared to 2010 Four more House incumbents not seeking re-election Indiana governor appoints secretary of state Looking at 2020 population estimates compared to 2010 You may have heard that results from the…
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U.S. House passes donor disclosure requirements as part of larger election policy bill On March 3, the U.S. House of Representatives approved HR1, legislation that would expand donor disclosure requirements for corporations, unions, and nonprofit groups making expenditures in federal elections. It is now pending in the U.S. Senate. What the bill would do Under…
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The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Arizona (Republican trifecta): Gov. Doug Ducey (R) announced state-operated vaccination sites can start administering vaccines to residents 16 or older starting March 24. Currently, people 55 and older can make appointments at state sites. North Carolina (divided government): Individuals in Group 4, which…
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ESG developments this week In Washington, D.C. SEC broadening definition of materiality In a March 15 speech given to the Center for American Progress, Acting SEC Chair Allison Herren Lee said that she was grateful for the opportunity “to reflect on the enhanced focus the SEC has brought to climate and ESG” and “on the…
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March 23, 2021: Outside groups advocate for Shalanda Young and Nani Coloretti for director of the Office of Management and Budget. Every weekday, Ballotpedia is tracking key presidential appointments, executive actions, and policy developments from the Biden administration. The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations is holding a confirmation hearing for Samantha Power for administrator of…
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Welcome to the Tuesday, March 23, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: Nevada voters to decide tax measures in 2022 Louisiana special election results House Administration Committee to consider IA-02 results challenge Nevada voters to decide tax measures in 2022 So far, 10 statewide ballot measures have been certified…
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The next 24 hours What is changing in the next 24 hours? Maine (Democratic trifecta): Gov. Janet Mills (D) announced residents age 50 and older will be eligible for vaccinations starting March 23. On April 19, all residents age 16 and older can get vaccinated. Maryland (divided government): Residents 60 and older will become eligible…