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ICYMI: KY Lieutenant Governor Staffer Was Investigating Matt Bevin Before She Was Fired

In case you missed it, Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton’s deputy chief of staff was investigating who in the Bevin administration was responsible for her colleague’s suspicious dismissal and was then fired. This news is the latest in the ongoing feud between Gov. Matt Bevin and Lt. Gov. Hampton. The Bevin administration has a pattern…

ICYMI: RNC Chair Admits 2018 Election of Democratic Governor Makes Michigan Harder for Trump to Win in 2020

In case you missed it, Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel admitted in an interview with MLive that Michigan will tougher for President Trump to hold onto in 2020 after Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s resounding victory in 2018. Citing both the election of a Democratic governor and the passage of a ballot initiative allowing voters…

The Republican Rebellion Against Jim Justice Keeps Growing

Sen. Smith: “He’s poison to us.” Two more Republican state senators joined the chorus of Republicans expressing ‘no confidence’ in West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice. They join local Republican county committees and the West Virginia Federation of College Republicans in voicing ‘no confidence’ in Justice’s leadership. On Monday, Senate Finance Chairman Craig Blair called for…

ICYMI: Another Report Highlights Gov. Edwards’ Leadership Cutting Louisiana’s Uninsured Rate

Uninsured rate fell by half thanks to Gov. Edwards championing Medicaid expansion In case you missed it, The Advocate highlighted a new report from the Commonwealth Fund showing Louisiana as an outlier in lowering the state’s uninsured rate. Under Gov. John Bel Edwards’ leadership, nearly 500,000 Louisianians have health insurance coverage because he expanded Medicaid.…

ICYMI: North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper Announces Updated Opioid Action Plan, Reiterates Need for Medicaid Expansion in Opioid Fight

Democratic North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper yesterday announced the launch of the Opioid Action Plan 2.0 – an updated version of his action plan launched in 2017. The updated plan calls for a continued reduction in opioid overdoses by 2021 and increases focus on expanding access to care. Gov. Cooper highlighted the progress North Carolina…

Matt Bevin Supports Eroding Coverage for Pre-Existing Conditions, Hospital Care, Prescription Drugs and Maternity Care

Bevin supports higher premiums and marketplace chaos for Kentuckians Bevin supports charging Kentuckians more based on age, health status and gender Last Friday, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin joined other Republicans and wealthy special interest groups in supporting the Association Health Plan (AHP) rule from the Department of Labor, which would open the door for insurance…

West Virginia Republicans Are Revolting Against Jim Justice

Republican state senator: “Jim Justice is an embarrassment to our state and should resign” Republican Senate President: “He’s never had a real agenda item other than raising taxes the first year” Justice’s primary opponent: “Our problems are too big for a part-time governor” West Virginia Republicans have been in an open revolt against Gov. Jim…

Then/Now: Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly Gets State Finances Back on Track After Brownback’s Disastrous Tenure

Edward Flenyje (The Wichita Eagle): “A current snapshot of state finance demonstrates that elections do make a difference” Democratic Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly’s leadership is mending Kansas’ state finances after the state faced a massive financial crisis under Republican Gov. Brownback. By ending Brownback’s failed tax experiment and securing a bipartisan budget, Gov. Kelly has…

Govs On Deck – June 10, 2019

Govs on Deck Jun 10, 2019

Govs On Deck – June 10, 2019

June 10th, 2019 Good Monday morning and welcome to this week’s edition of “Govs on Deck” – the weekly tip sheet dedicated to keeping you informed about what is happening in Democratic governors’ offices around the country. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. Coming up this week: On Tuesday, NORTH CAROLINA Gov.…

Govs Get It Done: Governor Steve Sisolak Checks Off Campaign Promises After Successful Legislative Session

Democratic Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak wrapped up a successful inaugural legislative session Monday night that saw the passage of his top agenda items. Among the legislative victories ushered through the 80th session were the codification or protections for pre-existing conditions, an additional $6 million for family planning services, the end to surprise emergency room billing,…

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ICYMI: KY Lieutenant Governor Staffer Was Investigating Matt Bevin Before She Was Fired

ICYMI: RNC Chair Admits 2018 Election of Democratic Governor Makes Michigan Harder for Trump to Win in 2020

The Republican Rebellion Against Jim Justice Keeps Growing

ICYMI: Another Report Highlights Gov. Edwards’ Leadership Cutting Louisiana’s Uninsured Rate

ICYMI: North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper Announces Updated Opioid Action Plan, Reiterates Need for Medicaid Expansion in Opioid Fight

Matt Bevin Supports Eroding Coverage for Pre-Existing Conditions, Hospital Care, Prescription Drugs and Maternity Care

West Virginia Republicans Are Revolting Against Jim Justice

Then/Now: Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly Gets State Finances Back on Track After Brownback’s Disastrous Tenure

Govs On Deck – June 10, 2019

Govs Get It Done: Governor Steve Sisolak Checks Off Campaign Promises After Successful Legislative Session