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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,…

DGA Releases New Video: “Calls”

Today, the Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Calls.” The video highlights Matt Bevin’s troubles to unite his party after barely garnering over 50 percent in the Republican primary as a sitting incumbent. Bevin has angered Tea Party leaders and is now openly feuding with his lieutenant governor. The family feud started earlier this…

ICYMI: Prominent Montana Republicans “Deeply Concerned” Greg Gianforte Might Run for Governor

Montana Republicans: “Fair” to ask Gianforte if he’s the best candidate to run for governor In case you missed it, yesterday three prominent Montana Republicans wrote an op-ed in The Missoulian begging Greg Gianforte not to run for governor. Ted Kronebusch is chair of the Pondera County Republican Central Committee, Chris Hindoien is chair of…

ICYMI: Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló on MSNBC Discussed Federal Relief Funding, Impacts of Climate Change on Puerto Rico

In case you missed it, Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló appeared on MSNBC yesterday to talk about the federal disaster aid bill that is awaiting President Trump’s signature. The governor spoke about plans to rebuild areas still devastated after Hurricane Maria and the harmful impact of climate change on Puerto Rico. Gov. Rosselló pledged to…

Then/Now: Gov. JB Pritzker Wraps “Epic” Legislative Session After Finding Bipartisan Support, Works Session like a “Maestro”

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is earning widespread praise for finding bipartisan support during a wildly successful legislative session that included a bipartisan budget and multibillion-dollar infrastructure plan among other successes. Gov. Pritzker’s ability to build consensus around policies that will help Illinois families is a complete reversal from the damaging years of partisan gridlock under…

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2019

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Govs On Deck – June 3, 2019

Good Monday morning and welcome to the first 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: NEVADA’s 80th legislative session will conclude at midnight…

ICYMI: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Wraps “Historic” First Session

Illinois Public Radio: “Observers and participants are calling it one of the most significant sessions in living memory” Chicago Sun Times: “From ‘impasse’ to ‘get it passed,’ Illinois surges with stunning legislative session” In case you missed it, Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s first legislative session is being praised as one of the most significant…

DGA Launches New Website: BevinsBluegrassBlues.com

Digital hub informs Kentuckians about Gov. Matt Bevin’s failed record on jobs, education and health care Today, the Democratic Governors Association launched a new website: BevinsBluegrassBlues.com. The website acts as a digital clearinghouse for Kentuckians to learn about Matt Bevin’s failed record of stagnating economic growth, hurting public schools and decreasing access to health care.…

Govs Get It Done: Maine Governor Janet Mills Signs Conversion Therapy Ban

Democratic Maine Gov. Janet Mills today signed legislation banning the harmful practice of conversion therapy in the state of Maine. The bill earned bipartisan support in the Maine Legislature. The practice of conversion therapy is condemned by the American Psychiatric Association, American Psychological Association, and American Medical Association. A similar ban was passed in the…

Govs Get It Done: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont Signs Bill to Increase Minimum Wage

Democratic Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont signed legislation yesterday raising the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour over the next five years. This historic step comes after a multi-year push to give Connecticut’s workers a raise. The first of the scheduled increases will go into effect this October and the state’s minimum wage will hit…

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

DGA Releases New Video: “Calls”

ICYMI: Prominent Montana Republicans “Deeply Concerned” Greg Gianforte Might Run for Governor

ICYMI: Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló on MSNBC Discussed Federal Relief Funding, Impacts of Climate Change on Puerto Rico

Then/Now: Gov. JB Pritzker Wraps “Epic” Legislative Session After Finding Bipartisan Support, Works Session like a “Maestro”

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2019

ICYMI: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Wraps “Historic” First Session

DGA Launches New Website: BevinsBluegrassBlues.com

Govs Get It Done: Maine Governor Janet Mills Signs Conversion Therapy Ban

Govs Get It Done: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont Signs Bill to Increase Minimum Wage