Gov. Tina Kotek signed multiple bills Aug. 2 that will provide funding for K-12 schools, child care infrastructure, addresses educator workforce concerns, investments into affordable childcare and early literacy program
The Oregon House just passed a bill that intends to provide the public with more transparency on what personal income politicians receive from businesses that have governmental interests. According to the House Majority Office, state law already requires most public officials to submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Oregon Government Ethics Commission every year.
Last week’s resignation the chamber’s third so far this term underscored again just how variable the margin can be in a 400-seat chamber filled with volunteers.
On April 29, the 68th North Dakota Legislature adjourned on its 75th day. The session went over multiple pieces of major legislation addressing a large number of topics across North Dakota ranging from tax relief, workforce, education, local infrastructure, and more. And KX has covered them all.