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News · CA

Newsom signs bill to broaden California fuel options

Energy and environment

The measure expands fuel options with the stated goal of helping Californians spend less at the pump.

The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · DE

Delaware renames enforcement division to include marijuana

Elections and voting

The governor signed legislation changing the name of a state enforcement division so its title expressly includes marijuana.

The Ballot Delaware Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

California governor orders review of AI ‘kill switch’

Elections and voting

The governor signed an order to explore a way to stop AI systems, beginning a policy review rather than creating a final mechanism.

The Ballot California News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · AL

House passes ratepayer pledge as Alabama migration debate flares

Immigration

A House action on ratepayer protections and competing descriptions of migrants in Alabama anchor a new political roundup.

The Ballot Alabama Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · NV

Nevada governor sets new data center development rules

Elections and voting

A signed executive order establishes new state rules for data center development in Nevada.

The Ballot Nevada News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Florida governor signs warrant for William Reaves Jr.

Elections and voting

The warrant concerns William Reaves Jr., who was convicted of killing an Indian River County deputy.

The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Florida governor signs warrant in deputy killing case

Elections and voting

The death warrant concerns a person sentenced to death for killing a Treasure Coast deputy and is not directly linked to an election.

The Ballot Florida DeskSep 21, 2026

News · MO

Missouri governor orders safeguards for plate readers

Elections and voting

The governor ordered new protections for automatic license plate readers, with implementation details central to the policy’s effect.

The Ballot Missouri Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Governor signs California Voting Rights Act of 2026

Elections and voting

Senator Cervantes is championing the newly signed measure, which concerns elections and voting in California.

The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs 13 election bills aimed at Trump interference

Elections and voting

The California laws are intended to prevent Donald Trump from interfering in midterm elections and are not tied to a specific race.

The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Florida governor signs warrant in deputy’s killing

Elections and voting

The governor signed a death warrant for the person who killed a Treasure Coast deputy, taking formal state action in the case.

The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Newsom announces California order regulating AI companies

Elections and voting

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order aimed at regulating artificial intelligence companies in California.

The Ballot California News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · AL

House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill backed by Britt

Foreign policy

The House passed a foreign-policy bill addressing sanctions on Russia and Iran, with support from Britt.

The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs bills limiting election interference

Elections and voting

The California laws seek to restrict law enforcement interference with ballots and election administration before November.

The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CO

Colorado Governor’s Cup wine winners to be announced soon

Elections and voting

The Colorado Governor’s Cup winners remain pending, with an announcement expected soon.

The Ballot Colorado News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · TX

Cornyn says he will not vote for Bo French

Elections and voting

John Cornyn has ruled out voting for Bo French as criticism grows over a racist post.

The Ballot Texas DeskSep 20, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs bills aimed at protecting state elections

Elections and voting

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation intended to prevent Donald Trump from gaining control over California’s election administration.

The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · ND

Dem-NPL names Burdick Dinner keynote speaker and honorees

Foreign policy

U.S. Sen. Jon Tester will headline the Oct. 10 event in Fargo, where four people will receive awards from the North Dakota Democratic-NPL Party.

The Ballot North Dakota News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · VA

Virginia voter guide for the 2026 midterm elections

Elections and voting

Voting begins Sept. 18 for federal contests and three proposed amendments, with Election Day set for Nov. 3.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · MO

Missouri AG tells six prediction markets to halt sports contracts

Elections and voting

Missouri’s attorney general has directed six prediction-market operators to stop offering contracts tied to sports outcomes.

The Ballot Missouri DeskSep 20, 2026

News · OR

Patty Murray opposes proposed Hanford cleanup cuts

Foreign policy

The Washington senator is pushing back on a proposal to reduce federal support for cleanup work at Hanford.

The Ballot Oregon News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · NV

Las Vegas approves deal for eight outdoor fitness spaces

Energy and environment

The Las Vegas City Council approved a contract covering eight new outdoor fitness spaces in the city.

The Ballot Nevada DeskSep 20, 2026

News · NV

Boulder City dispute prompts data center review bill

Energy and environment

Rep. Dina Titus wants separate environmental and public reviews before data centers can use existing permits on federal public land.

The Ballot Nevada Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · MT

ExxonMobil sues Montana DOT over Billings cleanup costs

Energy and environment

The lawsuit concerns cleanup expenses connected to a former oil refinery site in Billings.

The Ballot Montana Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs California election protection bills

Elections and voting

The measures seek to guard California elections from Trump interference and increase transparency in election administration.

The Ballot California DeskSep 20, 2026

News · WI

Wisconsin House members vote on high-profile issues

Elections and voting

The U.S. House used its final pre-midterm window to act on major legislation and record members’ votes on high-profile issues.

The Ballot Wisconsin Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · AK

Begich Reaches 14 House-Passed Bills in Freshman Term

Elections and voting

A 14th bill sponsored by Congressman Begich has passed the U.S. House during his first term.

The Ballot Alaska Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · WI

Wisconsin sisters receive therapy for rare hearing loss

Elections and voting

Two Wisconsin sisters with a rare form of hearing loss have received a newly approved therapy.

The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · TX

Texas City sets new rules for license plate reader system

Elections and voting

Texas City’s license plate reader system is subject to new rules, with the written policy central to understanding the change.

The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · AZ

Metro Phoenix city plans tighter data center rules

Elections and voting

A Metro Phoenix city is preparing to strengthen data center rules that have been in place for 20 years.

The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskSep 20, 2026