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News · CA

California sets fines for robotaxis blocking responders

Economy and jobs

New autonomous-vehicle rules allow fines when robotaxis impede emergency responders in California.

The Ballot California News DeskOct 4, 2026

News · OH

Ohio governor signs 90-day gas tax pause into law

Economy and jobs

Ohio’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 jobs

Ohio’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 jobs

The 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 jobs

The 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 jobs

The 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 jobs

Congress approved a bipartisan bill to redesignate Chiricahua National Monument as Arizona’s fourth national park.

The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskOct 3, 2026

News · AL

Senate passes Britt bill on clergy and Social Security

Economy and jobs

The 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 jobs

The 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 jobs

The school approved a tax reduction for Anduril while facing its own need for more money.

The Ballot Ohio DeskOct 3, 2026

News · AZ

Arizona Legislature passes tax increase notice bill

Economy and jobs

The measure would require notice of tax increases, adding a disclosure step to the process.

The Ballot Arizona DeskSep 29, 2026

News · VT

Welch bill targets taxes on affordable housing grants

Economy and jobs

The Vermont senator’s bill would shield qualifying housing grants and state tax-credit sale income from federal taxation.

The Ballot Vermont News DeskSep 27, 2026

News · WI

Data center votes draw scrutiny in Wisconsin campaigns

Economy and jobs

Incumbents from both parties are facing questions about earlier legislation on data center tax incentives and regulations.

The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 27, 2026

News · FL

Rick Scott proposes adding interest costs to CBO estimates

Economy and jobs

The Florida senator’s bill would require interest costs to be included in estimates prepared by the Congressional Budget Office.

The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 25, 2026

News · AK

Senator backs Trump tariffs, avoids topic in Alaska

Economy and jobs

A senator supported President Trump’s tariffs in Washington but did not address the policy while in Alaska.

The Ballot Alaska Policy DeskSep 25, 2026

News · CA

Newsom orders review of tougher California AI safeguards

Economy and jobs

The California review will consider stronger AI safety rules, including mechanisms that could halt an AI system’s operation.

The Ballot California DeskSep 22, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs California order on AI model kill switches

Economy and jobs

The executive order calls for a way to stop AI models from operating, making shutdown capability a focus of California policy.

The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 22, 2026

News · SC

South Carolina Enacts Pro-Crypto, Anti-CBDC Law

Economy and jobs

South Carolina has enacted a law favoring cryptocurrency while opposing a central bank digital currency.

The Ballot South Carolina Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · UT

Japarov proposes broader Utah ties in three sectors

Economy and jobs

Sadyr Japarov called for expanded cooperation with Utah in mining, tourism and information technology.

The Ballot Utah Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · IL

Illinois lawmaker files bill to repeal prediction-market tax

Economy and jobs

Rep. Travis Weaver’s House Bill 5814 would remove Illinois’ per-wager tax on exchange wagers and set legal rules for fantasy contests.

The Ballot Illinois DeskSep 20, 2026

News · AR

Arkansas farm groups press Congress as farm bill advances

Economy and jobs

Arkansas agriculture organizations sought more economic assistance during Capitol Hill meetings as a farm bill cleared committee.

The Ballot Arkansas News DeskSep 18, 2026

News · MD

Ivey weighs stopgap spending bill as House returns

Economy and jobs

Maryland Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey is considering a temporary spending measure as the House reconvenes in Washington this week.

The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskAug 31, 2026

News · MD

Ivey discusses House agenda as lawmakers return

Economy and jobs

Maryland Rep. Glenn Ivey joins NPR’s A Martinez to discuss the House’s return and a stopgap spending bill on its agenda.

The Ballot Maryland DeskAug 31, 2026