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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
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News · KY
Comer measure supporting Paducah youth club becomes law
Elections and votingLegislation advanced by Congressman Comer to support the Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club has completed the federal lawmaking process.
The Ballot Kentucky DeskSep 14, 2026
News · CA
California governor signs online child safety bills
Elections and votingThe new state laws address online child safety, with implementation details and effective dates now central to their impact.
The Ballot California DeskSep 14, 2026
News · AZ
Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Bills Honoring Charlie Kirk
Elections and votingThe Arizona governor rejected multiple legislative measures intended to celebrate Charlie Kirk’s life.
The Ballot Arizona DeskSep 14, 2026
News · MI
Federal court rejects Trump order on Michigan coal plant
Elections and votingA federal court ruled against a Trump order intended to keep a Michigan coal plant operating.
The Ballot Michigan DeskSep 14, 2026
News · VA
Trump signs Woody Williams monument act
Elections and votingThe act, named for West Virginia native Hershel “Woody” Williams, creates a National Medal of Honor Monument.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 14, 2026
News · WA
50,000 U.S. personnel on alert amid energy threats
Energy and environmentThe USS George Washington is deployed in the Middle East as U.S. forces prepare for possible combat involving Iran and allied groups.
The Ballot Washington News DeskSep 14, 2026
News · KS
Kansas flags ordered to fly at half-staff Friday
Elections and votingKansas flags are to be displayed at half-staff Friday under an order not directly connected to an election or political race.
The Ballot Kansas DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NV
Lombardo orders Nevada flags lowered for 9/11
Elections and votingGov. Joe Lombardo directed flags to fly at half-staff in Nevada in observance of 9/11.
The Ballot Nevada News DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NE
Nebraska court keeps Respect Nebraska Voters off ballot
Elections and votingThe state Supreme Court ruled that the proposed constitutional amendment violated Nebraska’s single-subject rule.
The Ballot Nebraska DeskSep 14, 2026
News · ME
Maine Democrats criticize Collins over Epstein files vote
Elections and votingMaine Democrats criticized Collins in Portland, saying a vote by Collins blocked the release of Epstein-related files.
The Ballot Maine Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · OR
Oregon governor orders pause involving data centers
Elections and votingThe governor announced the state action with an AI-generated image, separating the policy decision from an unusual communications choice.
The Ballot Oregon News DeskSep 14, 2026
News · VA
Trump signs bill honoring Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams
Elections and votingThe measure honors the West Virginia World War II hero and is not directly connected to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · ID
Idaho election officials raise mail ballot concerns
Elections and votingProposed changes to mail-in ballots have prompted concern among Idaho election officials, with the issue centered on election administration.
The Ballot Idaho DeskSep 14, 2026
News · WI
Dispatch audio involving Rep. Tom Tiffany released
Elections and votingA dispatch recording involving Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany has been released, with no direct connection to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 14, 2026
News · OH
Ohio voters to decide proposed property tax growth cap
Economy and jobsA proposed amendment would limit property tax growth in Ohio, but it cannot take effect unless voters approve it.
The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NV
Titus, Lee and Horsford Opposed Bill With 9/11 Funding
Elections and votingTheir votes were against a broader spending bill that included health funding for 9/11 responders.
The Ballot Nevada Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NJ
Federal audit flags utility overbilling in New Jersey
Elections and votingA federal audit says excessive transmission charges were passed through to New Jersey households.
The Ballot New Jersey DeskSep 14, 2026
News · UT
Utah repeal effort meets resistance over representation
Health careOpponents challenged a Republican effort to repeal a voter-approved ban on gerrymandering, complicating familiar images of Utah women.
The Ballot Utah Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · KS
11 Kansas hospitals receive federal rural health funding
Health careFederal funding has been awarded to 11 Kansas hospitals for work intended to strengthen rural health care.
The Ballot Kansas News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · CA
California governor signs youth social media risk law
Elections and votingThe new California law is intended to limit social media risks for children younger than 16.
The Ballot California DeskSep 13, 2026
News · MO
Missouri Secretary of State Says GOP House Map Won’t Be Used
Elections and votingMissouri’s secretary of state says the state will not use the Republican House map, a development not tied to a specific race or candidate.
The Ballot Missouri News DeskSep 13, 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 · MT
Zinke announces A River Runs Through It Act
Elections and votingZinke announced the introduction of legislation called the A River Runs Through It Act, a development not directly tied to an election.
The Ballot Montana Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
News · TX
Surrogate asks Supreme Court to pause California ruling
Health careMcKenna West is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to preserve her ability to seek continued heart treatment for the baby she carried.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · CA
Davis Vanguard op-ed urges signing of SB 1414
Elections and votingThe commentary supports California’s SB 1414 redistricting bill and argues that signing it would establish a sound precedent.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
News · MI
Democratic Party challenges Rogers on ‘shop class’ pledge
Elections and votingThe party says Mike Rogers’ voting record conflicts with a pledge on shop classes, but the accusation identifies no specific vote.
The Ballot Michigan News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · IA
Iowa PBS sets debate dates for major Iowa races
Elections and votingThe public broadcaster announced debate dates for Iowa governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate contests.
The Ballot Iowa News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · FL
Trump proposes a NASA-led United States Space Academy
Elections and votingTrump’s proposal calls for a national space academy with NASA in the lead, but creating it would require a formal structure and operating plan.
The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · FL
Florida AG seeks criminal penalties for chatbot firms
Public safetyThe move comes amid scrutiny of ChatGPT questions linked to the suspect in the Florida State University shooting.
The Ballot Florida DeskSep 13, 2026