Lead Poisoning in Birds: States Ban Lead Sinkers and Painted Lead Jigs to Protect Wildlife
Ryan StevensState lawmakers have taken legislative action to protect wildlife, including birds such as loons and swans, from lead poisoning. We have seen states pass laws banning lead sinkers or painted lead jigs. In Maine, lead...
The Shifting Landscape of Innovation: Talking AI, Privacy, and Big Tech with Amy Bos from NetChoice
Ryan StevensIn this episode of the Back in Session podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Amy Bos, Director of State and Federal Affairs at NetChoice, to discuss the critical issues facing the...
Weekly State of the States: August 30th, 2024 Edition
statecapitallobbyistAs states continue to address pressing issues, legislatures have made significant strides this week on a variety of topics. From Alabama’s renewed efforts to regulate library content to California’s push for undocumented immigrant homeownership, state...
State Lawmakers Tackle Teacher Exodus: New Legislation Aims to Raise Minimum Salaries and Retain Educators
statecapitallobbyistEvery year in the United States, a growing number of teachers leave their positions. While there are multiple reasons for this alarming trend, many teachers point to inadequate compensation as a significant factor. Other contributing...
Weekly State of the States: August 23rd, 2024 Edition
statecapitallobbyistWelcome to the latest edition of the DMGS Weekly State of the States. This week, state lawmakers cultivated plans to address medical debt, funding shortages, voter initiatives, and other relevant topics. Join us as we...
States Looking at Community Solar Legislation to Expand Renewable Energy
Ryan StevensSolar energy deployment has continued to increase, but the spread of new projects is not comprehensive. The National Renewable Energy estimates that 42% of households cannot access behind-the-meter solar. To address the problem, many states...
Weekly State of the States: August 16th, 2024 Edition
Ryan StevensWelcome to the latest edition of the DMGS State of the States, your go-to source for the most recent legislative updates from across the country. This week, we’re covering a wide array of developments, from...
Weekly State of the States: August 2nd, 2024 Edition
Ryan StevensWelcome to this week’s edition of the DMGS State of the States! Across the country, state governments are making impactful decisions that shape our communities. From new legislation on public safety and education to executive...
States Take Steps to Regulate PFAS Chemicals in Consumer Products
statecapitallobbyistRecent trends across the country have seen several states introducing bills to ban certain chemicals, particularly perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), in consumer products. According to the EPA, PFAS are persistent chemicals that degrade very...
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