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News · AZ
Rep. Crane’s office says the House-passed measure includes provisions benefiting rural Arizona, but further federal action is required.
News · MT
The order stops Montana officials from applying the state’s AI campaign-ad restrictions to Dan Bartel and the Accountability in State Government PAC.
News · DE
The governor signed legislation changing the name of a state enforcement division so its title expressly includes marijuana.
News · CA
The governor signed an order to explore a way to stop AI systems, beginning a policy review rather than creating a final mechanism.
News · KY
Trump-backed Gallrein defeated Massie in Kentucky’s Republican primary, ABC News projects, with official certification a separate step.
News · NV
A signed executive order establishes new state rules for data center development in Nevada.
News · FL
The warrant concerns William Reaves Jr., who was convicted of killing an Indian River County deputy.
News · FL
The death warrant concerns a person sentenced to death for killing a Treasure Coast deputy and is not directly linked to an election.
News · MO
The governor ordered new protections for automatic license plate readers, with implementation details central to the policy’s effect.
News · CA
Senator Cervantes is championing the newly signed measure, which concerns elections and voting in California.
News · CA
The California laws are intended to prevent Donald Trump from interfering in midterm elections and are not tied to a specific race.
News · FL
The governor signed a death warrant for the person who killed a Treasure Coast deputy, taking formal state action in the case.
News · CA
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order aimed at regulating artificial intelligence companies in California.
News · CA
The California laws seek to restrict law enforcement interference with ballots and election administration before November.
News · AK
The August primary exposed practical problems with Alaska’s changed voting system before voters decide its future.
News · CO
The Colorado Governor’s Cup winners remain pending, with an announcement expected soon.
News · TX
John Cornyn has ruled out voting for Bo French as criticism grows over a racist post.
News · CA
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation intended to prevent Donald Trump from gaining control over California’s election administration.
News · VA
Voting begins Sept. 18 for federal contests and three proposed amendments, with Election Day set for Nov. 3.
Candidate profile · ID
Republican incumbent Camille Blaylock is running in the uncontested 2026 general election for Idaho Senate District 11.
Race preview · DE
Democratic incumbent Rae Moore is running without an opponent in the District 8 race scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
Explainer · DC
District voters should confirm official deadlines, ballot choices and voting instructions before participating in the 2026 general election.
Candidate profile · AR
Republican incumbent Lane Jean is the only candidate in the 2026 general election race for Arkansas House District 99.
Candidate profile · AK
Republican incumbent Dan Saddler is running in the uncontested Alaska House District 24 general election on Nov. 3, 2026.
Candidate profile · WV
Republican incumbent Daniel Linville is running in West Virginia House District 22 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
Candidate profile · WI
Michael Thurow is one of 13 candidates in Wisconsin's contested 2026 election for the 6th Congressional District.
Candidate profile · WA
Republican John C Hughs is one of 11 candidates listed in Washington’s 4th Congressional District race.
Candidate profile · UT
Republican incumbent Celeste Maloy is one of 10 candidate entries in Utah’s 2026 race for the 3rd Congressional District.
Candidate profile · VA
Cywinski is one of 11 Democrats listed in the contested 2026 election for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District.
News · MO
The attorney general directed unlicensed prediction markets to halt activity the office classifies as unlawful sports wagering.