State Action on Stimulus Checks
by: Ryan J. Stevens Digital Collage by Alana Burman Congress passed the CARES Act nearly six months ago, which provided roughly $2 trillion to individuals, businesses, and states in response...
2020 Congressional Fall Outlook
DMGS Article Highlights: Congress returns after Labor Day for brief legislative sessionSeveral important bills could be delayed until post-election lame-duck period Congress gets back to work in Washington this week...
How to Advocate in the Age of COVID-19: DMGS Lobbying Tips
Digital Illustration by Alana Burman Last year, DMGS looked at “Hill Day Strategies” and provided lobbying tips on how to advocate effectively. This year, traditional lobbying and advocacy have changed...
State Action On Statues, Symbols, and Monuments
Digital Illustration by Alana Burman by: Ryan J. Stevens George Floyd’s killing by police officers in Minneapolis sent waves through society and governments have reacted in turn. DMGS previously covered...
Legislative Response to George Floyd’s Killing and Recent Protests – Part 2
by: the DMGS Team Last week, we examined the legislative response to George Floyd’s killing and recent protests in Minnesota, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. We also looked at what action the...
Legislative Response to George Floyd’s Killing and Recent Protests – Part 1
Digital illustration by Alana Burman by: Ryan J. Stevens The killing of George Floyd on May 25 has sparked weeks of protests across the country, with many calling for various...
A Look at States Grappling with Budget Shortfalls in the Face of COVID-19
Digital Illustration by Alana Burman by: Ryan J. Stevens As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact all facets of everyday life, state budgets are no different. With businesses closing and...
H.R. 266, the Vehicle for Covid-19 Small Business, Hospital and Testing Funds
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has indicated that tomorrow the House will pass H.R. 266, the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. Under the bill, the Paycheck Protection Program...