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California sets fines for robotaxis blocking responders
Economy and jobsNew autonomous-vehicle rules allow fines when robotaxis impede emergency responders in California.
The Ballot California News DeskOct 4, 2026
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News · OH
Ohio governor signs 90-day gas tax pause into law
Economy and jobsOhio’s governor has approved a temporary gas tax pause that will remain in place for 90 days.
The Ballot Ohio Policy DeskOct 4, 2026
News · OH
Ohio governor signs 90-day gas tax suspension
Economy and jobsOhio’s governor signed a bill temporarily suspending the state gas tax for 90 days.
The Ballot Ohio News DeskOct 4, 2026
News · IA
Iowa governor signs higher incentive cap for steel plant
Economy and jobsThe new law raises Iowa’s tax incentive ceiling for a steel plant valued at billion, expanding the amount the project may qualify for.
The Ballot Iowa DeskOct 4, 2026
News · IA
Iowa governor signs higher incentive cap for steel plant
Economy and jobsThe new law raises the tax-incentive ceiling connected to a steel plant valued at billion.
The Ballot Iowa Policy DeskOct 4, 2026
News · OH
Ohio governor signs 90-day gas tax pause into law
Economy and jobsThe governor has approved an Ohio gas tax measure that creates a temporary 90-day pause.
The Ballot Ohio Policy DeskOct 3, 2026
News · AZ
Chiricahua national park bill reaches Trump’s desk
Economy and jobsCongress approved a bipartisan bill to redesignate Chiricahua National Monument as Arizona’s fourth national park.
The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskOct 3, 2026
News · KY
Kentucky lawmakers reject cigarette tax increase
Economy and jobsKentucky lawmakers turned down a proposal to raise the state tax on cigarettes.
The Ballot Kentucky News DeskOct 3, 2026
News · MT
Daines Releases Crypto Tax Proposal
Economy and jobsThe ADAPT Act would change federal tax rules for stablecoins, small network fees, crypto sales, staking and lending.
The Ballot Montana DeskOct 3, 2026
News · AL
Senate passes Britt bill on clergy and Social Security
Economy and jobsThe measure would give clergy another opportunity under Social Security but must complete the federal lawmaking process.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskOct 3, 2026
News · OH
Ohio governor signs 90-day gas tax suspension
Economy and jobsThe new state law pauses Ohio’s gas tax for 90 days in an effort to reduce fuel costs.
The Ballot Ohio News DeskOct 3, 2026
News · OH
Ohio school cuts Anduril tax bill despite funding need
Economy and jobsThe school approved a tax reduction for Anduril while facing its own need for more money.
The Ballot Ohio DeskOct 3, 2026
News · CA
Padilla challenges tax-credit plan affecting 700,000
Economy and jobsPadilla, Cortez Masto and Wyden say the Trump administration cannot change tax credits enacted by Congress.
The Ballot California Policy DeskOct 3, 2026
News · MI
El-Sayed rallies with nurses for Medicare for All
Economy and jobsThe Michigan Senate candidate also emphasized stronger AI rules but did not take a position on California’s proposed billionaire tax.
The Ballot Michigan Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · OH
DeWine announces Appalachian economic development grants
Economy and jobsGov. Mike DeWine announced another round of economic development grants intended to benefit Ohio’s Appalachian region.
The Ballot Ohio DeskOct 1, 2026
News · IL
Illinois drafts rules for digital asset transaction tax
Economy and jobsThe proposal explains when Illinois would apply a 0.2% tax to certain brokered digital asset transactions beginning in 2027.
The Ballot Illinois DeskOct 1, 2026
News · IA
Iowa lawmakers weigh MEGA changes for steel plant
Economy and jobsA special session will consider changing Iowa’s large-project incentive program for a proposed billion steel plant in Lee County.
The Ballot Iowa DeskOct 1, 2026
News · IA
Right-wing figures object to Indian role in Iowa steel plant
Economy and jobsTrump announced a billion Iowa steel plant as the White House highlighted plans for 1,750 jobs.
The Ballot Iowa Policy DeskOct 1, 2026
News · NE
Pillen pauses diesel taxes for Nebraska farm transport
Economy and jobsTwo executive orders temporarily reduce diesel-tax and vehicle-weight restrictions for agricultural transport in Nebraska.
The Ballot Nebraska News DeskSep 30, 2026
News · NH
NH Supreme Court keeps school tax cap question on ballot
Economy and jobsThe court rejected a request to remove a school tax cap question, allowing the ballot process to continue.
The Ballot New Hampshire News DeskSep 30, 2026
News · MI
Mackinac Center urges higher-turnout dates for tax votes
Economy and jobsThe group wants Michigan to stop scheduling local tax questions during elections with the lowest voter participation.
The Ballot Michigan DeskSep 30, 2026
News · TX
Texas emergency order eases diesel and trucking rules
Economy and jobsThe governor acted after diesel reached a gallon, suspending emissions rules and changing truck weight and fuel-use limits.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 30, 2026
News · NE
Nebraska lawmaker questions governor’s fuel tax orders
Economy and jobsThe lawmaker is seeking answers about the governor’s authority to order fuel tax relief and the financial effect of that action.
The Ballot Nebraska DeskSep 30, 2026
News · FL
Florida local governments plan for Amendment 3 cuts
Economy and jobsCities and counties are reviewing service cuts, delayed projects and new fees if voters expand Florida’s homestead exemption.
The Ballot Florida Policy DeskSep 30, 2026
News · AZ
What Arizona voters should know about 8 propositions
Economy and jobsThe Legislature sent voters eight measures on election rules, taxes, school spending and other state policies.
The Ballot Arizona DeskSep 30, 2026
News · UT
Utah group launches campaign against proposed Amendment B
Economy and jobsUtahns Protecting Our Constitution is urging voters statewide to reject a constitutional amendment involving taxes and voter authority.
The Ballot Utah News DeskSep 29, 2026
News · AZ
What Arizona voters should know about 8 propositions
Economy and jobsThe November measures address vehicle-mileage taxes, public-agency rules, elections, grocery taxes, schools and other state policies.
The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
News · AZ
Arizona Legislature passes tax increase notice bill
Economy and jobsThe measure would require notice of tax increases, adding a disclosure step to the process.
The Ballot Arizona DeskSep 29, 2026
News · NE
Nebraska governor announces 90-day diesel tax pause
Economy and jobsNebraska’s governor announced a temporary pause on diesel taxes for agricultural producers in the state.
The Ballot Nebraska DeskSep 29, 2026
News · AR
Saline County to vote on library property tax cut
Economy and jobsThe ballot question would reduce property tax funding for the Saline County library system by 35%.
The Ballot Arkansas Policy DeskSep 29, 2026