Now about one month before the November mid-term elections, lawmakers and governors remained busy with a flurry of action. Notably, Governor Mike Dunleavy established a new recreational marijuana task force in Alaska, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new piece of legislation that decriminalized the act of jaywalking, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida Disaster Fund had raised almost $35 million to support victims of Hurricane Ian.
Alabama
The Supreme Court is considering oral arguments on whether or not Alabama violated the Voting Rights Act with their 2021 congressional redistricting map.
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Alaska
Governor Mike Dunleavy established a new recreational marijuana task force.
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Arizona
A new poll from Wednesday shows Senator Mark Kelly with a slight lead over Republican Blake Masters, and Republican Kari Lake and Democrat Katie Hobbs in a dead heat for Governor.
California
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new piece of legislation that decriminalized the act of jaywalking.
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Connecticut
Governor Lamont released a statement announcing that farmers in all eight Connecticut counties are now eligible for Federal Disaster assistance due to drought issues in the state.
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Delaware
The State’s Supreme Court heard arguments related to the state’s new vote by mail law.
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Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida Disaster Fund had raised almost $35 million to support victims of Hurricane Ian.
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Georgia
A new poll released this week has Governor Brian Kemp leading Democratic challenger Stacey Abrams in the race for Governor.
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Hawaii
Former LG and Republican Duke Aiona faced off against the incumbent LG and Democratic nominee in a debate ahead of November’s gubernatorial election.
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Illinois
Illinois educators are asking for increased funding for early education and K-12 programs.
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Indiana
Governor Eric Holcomb signed new legislation related to carbon regulations in the state.
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Iowa
Governor Kim Reynolds announced a new grant program the state hopes will reduce language barriers in the workforce.
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Louisiana
Louisiana Attorney General and Republican Jeff Landry launched his campaign for Governor to replace the term-limited John Bel Edwards.
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Maine
Democratic Governor Janet Mills directed the state’s Energy Office to intervene against Versant Power regarding a proposed rate increase.
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Maryland
A new poll in the race to replace term-limited Governor Larry Hogan has Democrat Wes Moore leading his Republican opponent Dan Cox by more than 30 points.
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Michigan
Governor Whitmer signed an Executive Directive aimed to help make insulin more available and affordable in the state.
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Missouri
Governor Parson signed the largest income tax cut in Missouri state history.
Montana
Governor Greg Gianforte unveiled a plan this week to reduce taxes for small businesses.
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Nebraska
United State Senator Ben Sasse is expected to announce his resignation in order to take a job with the University of Florida.
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Nevada
Nevada’s first gubernatorial debate was held last weekend.
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This Week’s DMGS Posts
Capital and Capitol Happenings: New Positions, Promotions, and More
- Samantha Segall: new Vice President, Head of Federal & Government Affairs, Datavant
- Caroline Love: new Legislative Consultant, Texas Association of Counties
- Ben Melson: new Director of Advocacy, MoakCasey, LLC
- Patrick Delaney: new Director, Federal Government Affairs, Walmart
- JD Darr: new Director, Legislative and Regulatory Affairs, National Pest Management Association
- Autumn Lankford: new Government Relations Manager, Association of Equipment Manufacturers
- Paul Runk: new Government and External Affairs Director – Florida, AmeriHealth Caritas
- Andrew Bray: new Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Membership, National Association of Landscape Professionals
- Kelly Ash: new Div. Vice President of Public Policy & CA Government Affairs, CommonSpirit Health
- Nathan Robb: new Associate Vice President, Government Relations, Columbia University
Happy Birthdays This Week
- Tammy Bonawitz: State Government Affairs Director, FirstEnergy Corp
- Stephen Bloom: VP, Commonwealth Foundation
- Mike Vereb: Director of Government Affairs, PA Attorney General
- Shannon Graham: Senior VP, Federal Advocacy & Public Affairs, PhRMA
Email future suggestions to rjstevens@dmgs.com.
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