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What’s in Trump’s $3.4 Trillion Tax and Spending Bill: 2025 Reconciliation Act
John ZangOn July 4, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed into law H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”, a $3.4 trillion tax and spending package passed through budget reconciliation—marking a significant recalibration of U.S....
States Advance Right-to-Repair Legislation to Empower Consumers and Cut Costs
Ryan StevensThe “right to repair” has become a growing national conversation, centered on the idea that consumers should have access to the tools, parts, software, and information needed to repair or maintain the products they own....
Weekly State of the States: July 3rd, 2025 Edition
Ryan StevensWith the start of the new fiscal year, states across the country are finalizing budgets, implementing the laws passed in the 2025 legislative session, and adjusting priority frameworks for next year. This week featured major...
States Target Ultra-Processed Food in Schools with New Legislation
statecapitallobbyistRates of childhood obesity in the U.S. have soared in the past few years, with an alarming 19.7% of children classified as “obese” or “morbidly obese” in 2020. As children’s physical and psychological health suffers...
Inside the Office: Auditing Pennsylvania with Hayden Rigo
Ryan StevensWhat exactly does the Pennsylvania Auditor General do—and why should you care? Deputy Chief of Staff Hayden Rigo joins the Back in Session podcast to demystify the work of this essential state office. Learn how...
Weekly State of the States: June 27th, 2025 Edition
statecapitallobbyistIn this week’s State of the States, we explore pivotal developments across the U.S., from New Jersey’s tax increases to ensure a $6 billion surplus, to Pennsylvania’s ongoing budget delays, and Alabama’s move to ban...
Stadium Subsidies: How Arizona, Missouri, and Oregon Are Financing Sports Venues
Ryan StevensIn 2025, several state legislatures are considering stadium subsidies, a government subsidy directed toward athletic facilities and events, aiming to boost local economies and attract and retain professional sports franchises. In 2025, state lawmakers in...
Weekly State of the States: June 20th, 2025 Edition
Ryan StevensFrom education reforms and budget negotiations to infrastructure upgrades and emerging AI initiatives, state governments across the country have been busy shaping public policy this week. In this edition of the Weekly State of the...
States Advance Social Media Regulation for Minors: 2025 Legislative Updates
statecapitallobbyistSince our last update on social media regulation for minors, the conversation around protecting young users online has intensified, with states across the U.S. advancing bold legislative measures in 2025. From Nevada’s push to restrict...
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