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Vermont Gov. Phil Scott Fails to Protect Vermonters

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Vermont Gov. Phil Scott Fails to Protect Vermonters

Vermont Republican Gov. Phil Scott last week vetoed a gun safety measure aimed at reducing firearm-caused suicides in. The bill, which would have implemented a 24-hour waiting period for the purchase of a firearm, was the effort of Alyssa and Rob Black whose 23-year-old son died by suicide with a gun he had purchased just…

ICYMI: Jim Justice Stiffs Kentucky Coal Country, Refuses to Pay What He Owes

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ICYMI: Jim Justice Stiffs Kentucky Coal Country, Refuses to Pay What He Owes

While Justice refuses to pay total fines and fees, county cuts hot meals program and lays off dozens of workers In case you missed it, the Herald-Leader’s Linda Blackford lambasted West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice for refusing to pay his total bill owed to the residents of Knott, Pike, Harlan, and Magoffin Counties. All the…

Govs Get It Done: Maine Governor Janet Mills Signs Bipartisan State Budget

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Govs Get It Done: Maine Governor Janet Mills Signs Bipartisan State Budget

    The budget expands access to health care, invests in education, provides property tax relief, and saves for a rainy day Democratic Maine Gov. Janet Mills yesterday signed a nearly $8 billion two-year state budget that was enacted with bipartisan support. The budget expands health care access in the state, improves Maine’s public education…

ICYMI: Gianforte Confirms Montana GOP Fears, Shuffles Deck in Montana

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ICYMI: Gianforte Confirms Montana GOP Fears, Shuffles Deck in Montana

In case you missed it, two weeks ago three prominent Montana Republicans wrote a pleading op-ed in the Missoulian warning of a potential “Republican shuffle” should Rep. Greg Gianforte declare a bid for governor and leave his House seat open in the 2020 congressional elections. And now, it looks like their worst fears have become…

Hampton Fires Back Against Bevin’s ‘Partisan Hack’ Chief of Staff

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Hampton Fires Back Against Bevin’s ‘Partisan Hack’ Chief of Staff

Lt. Gov. Hampton: “I am not surprised by the false allegations and character attacks which have ensued” GOP family feud has pulled in Senators McConnell, Paul This past Father’s Day weekend, Matt Bevin’s chief of staff Blake Brickman admitted he is responsible for the mysterious firings of Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton’s staffers sixteen days after…

DGA Releases New Video: “Delivering for Louisiana”

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DGA Releases New Video: “Delivering for Louisiana”

Today, the Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Delivering for Louisiana.” The video highlights Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards’ leadership during the state’s recently concluded legislative session. The session marked a notable departure from the failed Jindal era where higher education was cut more than any other state in the country since the Great…

Govs Get It Done: Democratic Governors Continue to Pass Wide-Sweeping Paid Leave Policies

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Govs Get It Done: Democratic Governors Continue to Pass Wide-Sweeping Paid Leave Policies

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak becomes the sixth Democratic governor this year to sign paid leave policies into law Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak became the sixth Democratic governor in 2019 to sign wide-sweeping paid leave policy into law. Nevada’s new law requires all businesses with over 50 employees to guarantee paid leave that can be used…

Govs On Deck – June 17, 2019

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Govs On Deck – June 17, 2019

June 17th, 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: NEW MEXICO Gov. Michelle LUJAN…

DGA Statement on Greg Gianforte’s Gubernatorial Announcement

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DGA Statement on Greg Gianforte’s Gubernatorial Announcement

Today, DGA Communications Director David Turner released the following statement regarding Greg Gianforte’s announcement that he is running for governor of Montana: “Greg Gianforte has used his time since losing in 2016 to learn the ways of Washington D.C. As the richest member of Congress, Greg Gianforte gave himself a large tax break resulting in…

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

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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…

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