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Voting Rights Act in Supreme Court Spotlight

By Jake Grovum, Stateline Staff Writer A key provision of the two-decade-old National Voter Registration Act hangs in the balance as the Supreme Court on Monday hears a challenge that, if successful, could make registering to vote more complicated. The justices will once again weigh states’ rights against voting rights as the court hears the challenge, brought by…

9 Terrible Proposed State Laws

Mar 15, 2013 | By ThinkProgress War Room 9 Terrible Proposed State Laws If you think that irresponsible and outright ridiculous bills only come out of Washington, D.C., think again. Ever since the big GOP wave election in 2010, state legislatures across the country have been racing to pass offensive, unconstitutional, and just outright bizarre laws. Other…

A Legacy of Recovery

Michelle Obama reported to be 'Vogue' cover choice

Maria Puente, USA TODAY Who else but first lady Michelle Obama is the best choice for the cover of the Vogue issue dedicated to getting and being in shape? It’s true that Vogue likes to showcase first ladies; if the election had gone the other way in November, then maybe it would be Ann Romney gracing the cover of…

Oregon governor to sign CRC funding bill

Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber on Tuesday will finalize his state’s commitment to funding the Columbia River Crossing. In a ceremony set for this morning, Kitzhaber will sign House Bill 2800, which authorizes Oregon to borrow $450 million and pay its state share of the $3.4 billion CRC. The bill cleared both the state House and…

Governor Tomblin and Fitness Icon Jake Steinfeld Announce Multi-Million Dollar Youth Fitness Campaign in W.Va.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. –Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and fitness icon Jake Steinfeld today announced the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils will bring its multi-million dollar physical fitness campaign to public elementary and middle schools throughout West Virginia. The Foundation encourages and rewards innovation in the field of youth fitness by awarding fitness centers to schools…

Mo. Gov. Nixon traveling to South Korea, Taiwan

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon is heading to South Korea and Taiwan to sign several trade agreements. The governor plans to depart Friday for a weeklong trip. He is to be accompanied by first lady Georganne Nixon, the directors of the departments of agriculture and economic development and four state lawmakers…

Governor Quinn Launches Women-Owned Business Initiative to Support Economic Growth

CHICAGO – Governor Pat Quinn announced today that the state of Illinois is launching a new initiative to support the growth of women-owned businesses as a driving force in the Illinois economy. The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity will host the state’s first Women Business Owners Symposium (WBOS) at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago on…

Kitzhaber OKs electric vehicle push

Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber has formalized his support of the state’s pro-electric vehicle efforts. A memorandum of understanding that Kitzhaber signed Tuesday signals his further support for the new “Energizing Oregon” coalition that’s coordinating the state’s EV efforts. State officials and such regional elected leaders as Multnomah County Chair Jeff Cogen want Oregon to remain…

Bullock signs law to protect Ponzi scheme victims

HELENA – Gov. Steve Bullock signed into law a bill today that would go further to protect Montanans against securities fraud and Ponzi schemes. House Bill 81 provides more reimbursement and some protection to consumers. The bill authorizes the deposit of a percentage of securities registration, filing or renewal fees to go into a securities…