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The Daily Brew: 2020 population estimates compared to 2010
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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
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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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Documenting America’s Path to Recovery: March 23, 2021
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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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Economy and Society: SEC broadening definition of materiality
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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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Young, Coloretti gain support for OMB director nomination
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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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The Daily Brew: A way-too-early-look at 2022 ballot measures
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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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Documenting America’s Path to Recovery: March 22, 2021
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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…
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Senate to vote on Walsh’s nomination for labor secretary
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March 22, 2021: The Senate is expected to vote on the nomination of Marty Walsh for secretary of labor on Monday evening. Every weekday, Ballotpedia is tracking key presidential appointments, executive actions, and policy developments from the Biden administration. No confirmation hearings are scheduled on Monday. The Senate is expected to vote on the nomination…
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The Daily Brew: One year ago – how state governments responded to COVID
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Welcome to the Monday, March 22, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: COVID-19 policy changes – one year ago this week Register for our election systems briefing on Wednesday Three challenge Pittsburgh mayor in Democratic primary COVID-19 policy changes – one year ago this week One year ago tomorrow—March…
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Documenting America’s Path to Recovery: March 19, 2021
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The next 72 hours What is changing in the next 72 hours? Alabama (Republican trifecta): Residents age 55 or older and people ages 16-64 with state-defined, high-risk underlying conditions will be eligible for vaccination starting March 22. Florida (Republican trifecta): On Friday, March 19, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced that people 50 and older will…