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Moody files bill tied to Florida Space Academy bid
Foreign policySenator Moody has filed legislation connected to an effort to establish a Florida Space Academy.
The Ballot Florida DeskSep 18, 2026
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News · MN
Congress passes Tina Smith tick-borne disease bill
Foreign policyThe Minnesota senator’s measure focuses on research and treatment for tick-borne diseases.
The Ballot Minnesota News DeskSep 18, 2026
News · AK
Cold-weather diesel bill clears Senate EPW committee
Foreign policyThe measure seeks to prevent diesel engines from shutting down in extreme cold but still needs further congressional action.
The Ballot Alaska DeskSep 18, 2026
News · MN
Congress passes Tina Smith tick-borne disease bill
Foreign policyThe Minnesota senator’s measure focuses on federal research and treatment efforts involving tick-borne diseases.
The Ballot Minnesota DeskSep 18, 2026
News · KS
House sends Russia sanctions bill to Trump
Foreign policyThe House approved a Russia sanctions measure advocated by Graham, moving the legislation to President Trump for action.
The Ballot Kansas Policy DeskSep 18, 2026
News · HI
House passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
Foreign policyThe House approved a Russia sanctions measure promoted by the late Senator Graham, marking a new congressional action on foreign policy.
The Ballot Hawaii Policy DeskSep 18, 2026
News · VT
Welch votes against farm bill in Senate committee
Foreign policyThe Vermont senator said the measure falls short for small farms, nutrition assistance and rural communities.
The Ballot Vermont News DeskSep 18, 2026
News · SC
House passes Russia sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham
Foreign policyThe measure would target Russian energy and defense interests while giving President Trump authority to impose tariffs on countries buying Russian fuel.
The Ballot South Carolina DeskSep 17, 2026
News · CO
Bennet votes no on 2026 Farm Bill, calls it unfit
Foreign policyColorado Sen. Bennet opposed the 2026 Farm Bill and said the measure did not meet farmers’ needs.
The Ballot Colorado DeskSep 17, 2026
News · MS
Mississippi rural health providers awarded $3.75 million
Foreign policyTwenty Mississippi hospitals and health providers will share federal funding through a rural hospital assistance program.
The Ballot Mississippi DeskSep 17, 2026
News · PA
Haywood plans Pennsylvania AI safety legislation
Foreign policyThe state senator is developing proposals for AI risk disclosures, transparency reports and reports of serious incidents.
The Ballot Pennsylvania DeskSep 15, 2026
News · OH
Ohio senator seeks limits on international college athletes
Foreign policyThe proposal would restrict international student-athletes’ participation in college sports, but it would not change current rules unless enacted.
The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 15, 2026
News · WY
Wyoming senator warns CLARITY Act window is closing
Foreign policyThe senator said momentum behind the CLARITY Act will not return this decade if the current opportunity passes.
The Ballot Wyoming DeskSep 14, 2026
News · IN
Indiana justices side with senator in GOP recount case
Foreign policyThe Indiana Supreme Court ruled for a state senator in a Republican primary recount dispute involving a Trump-backed opponent.
The Ballot Indiana Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
News · GA
Ossoff’s poll strength raises his profile among Democrats
Foreign policyThe Georgia senator’s steady polling lead has challenged expectations of vulnerability and fueled attention around a possible role in 2028.
The Ballot Georgia News DeskAug 27, 2026
News · PA
Poll: Pa. Republicans view Fetterman more favorably
Foreign policyThe poll places John Fetterman ahead of a Republican senator on favorability among Pennsylvania Republicans, The Hill reported.
The Ballot Pennsylvania Policy DeskAug 25, 2026
News · NY
Trump’s foreign policy puts allied ties under scrutiny
Foreign policyAn NPR interview examines the effect of President Trump’s foreign policy on America’s relationships with allies.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskAug 24, 2026