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
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News · AR
Sanders announces bridge loan for Delta Peanut
Elections and votingThe financing is intended to help Delta Peanut continue work tied to Arkansas’ peanut harvest.
The Ballot Arkansas News DeskSep 25, 2026
News · VA
Spanberger Calls for State Rules on Virginia Data Centers
Energy and environmentGov. Abigail Spanberger says states should take stronger action to reduce pollution from data centers.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 24, 2026
News · KS
Rock band Kansas adds 2027 concerts in Florida, Illinois
Elections and votingKansas will begin its announced 2027 concert schedule in Pensacola before additional Florida, Illinois and cruise appearances.
The Ballot Kansas News DeskSep 22, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs phased smog exemption for collector cars
Elections and votingSenate Bill 1392 will gradually exempt qualifying collector vehicles from California smog certification requirements beginning in 2028.
The Ballot California DeskSep 17, 2026
News · TN
Tennessee governor proposes Dolly Parton airport name
Elections and votingThe proposal would rename Nashville International Airport to honor Tennessee entertainer Dolly Parton.
The Ballot Tennessee DeskSep 15, 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