Tennessee lawmakers in the Statehouse passed legislation making adults who help minors obtain sex reassignment care, criminals who could be charged with a felony.
The TN House tabled until next year legislation that would have banned local governments from paying to study or distribute money for reparations for slavery.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed a bill into law that requires children under the age of 16 to have their parent or guardianβs permission to create social media accounts.
New York lawmakers changed the definition of "tenant" Monday to exclude squatters staying on properties without permission after a rash of home takeovers.
The Texas Supreme Court ordered Harris County to not issue payments under its guaranteed income program until Attorney General Ken Paxton's fight against it is adjudicated.
House lawmakers in Tennessee overwhelmingly passed a bill to arm teachers in schools, nearly a year after a shooting at a private school left three children and three adults dead.
House lawmakers in Tennessee overwhelmingly passed a bill to arm teachers in schools, nearly a year after a shooting at a private school left three children and three adults dead.
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee's plans to expand school vouchers and allow families to access public funds for private schooling has come to an end as legislative leaders do not reach an agreement.
Hong Kong has enacted new legislation to curb the use of single-use plastic cutlery and Styrofoam products, aiming to tackle pollution, officials said.
Top Russian lawmaker Vyacheslav Volodin on Monday warned of potential consequences of the passing of the "REPO Act" by the U.S. House of Representatives.
The Satanic Temple co-founder, Lucien Greaves, challenged Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to a debate on religious freedoms after being singled out for not being a religion.
A Republican legislator in Pennsylvania has put forward what she calls a "commonsense" bill to address the squatting crisis that has spread across the United States.
A proposed California bill aims to ease the struggle of pet owners in finding rental housing by prohibiting no-pet policies and additional fees for pets.
Maine could soon shield from liability those who perform abortions or gender surgeries for minors from other states under a bill heading to Gov. Janet Mills' desk.
The Maine Legislature has approved several gun safety bills following the deadliest shooting in state history, which killed 18 people and injured 13 last October.
California Democrats "mutilated" part of a bipartisan anti-sex trafficking bill this week that makes it a felony for people to purchase sex with minors.
Georgia's parliament has approved a law requiring media organizations to register being under foreign influence if they receive over 20 percent of their funding from abroad.
The Colorado Democratic-controlled House has passed a bill aiming to ban the sale and transfer of semiautomatic firearms after a similar bill was rejected last year.
Iowa Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law Wednesday a bill that allows local police to arrest illegal immigrants in the Hawkeye State who were previously deported.
A bill advancing through the Nebraska Legislature would fund private school scholarships with taxpayer money ahead of a statewide vote to repeal a similar law.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed a criminal justice bill for what he said would be its "tremendous fiscal impact" without accompanying fiscal analysis.
Six Louisiana Democrats bucked their party line on Monday by supporting a universal school choice bill, setting the state up to join the wave of red states who passed the measure.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Harris County government for a program that gives participants $500 per month for 18 months, using COVID-19 relief funds.
Kansas Republicans have tied provisions pressuring Democratic Gov. Kelly to restrict diversity initiatives and help Texas secure its border into a budget that is likely to pass.
New York lawmakers have voted to repeal a law from 1907 that criminalizes adultery, which could soon be abolished. The state Senate approved the bill on Wednesday.
Kansas Republicans wanted to enact a 'flat' tax rate, but faced with the possibility of a veto from Gov. Kelly, came to a compromise to ensure at least some cuts went through.
Kansas lawmakers gave final approval for a bill that would increase the penalties for killing police dogs and horses after the November death of a Wichita police dog.
Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is facing backlash after he vetoed a GOP bill to prevent transgender students from competing on certain school sports teams.
Voters in Florida will have the chance to vote for or against the legalization of recreational marijuana in the state following a referendum on the November ballot
The White House plans to renew its push in April to convince Congress to extend an internet subsidy program utilized by millions of American households.
California democrat introduces bill that would expand the state's assisted suicide law to people suffering from mental health issues and early dementia patients.
Lawmakers in several states are proposing legislation to allow chaplains in public schools, aiming to provide spiritual support to students who may not have access.
As the Kansas Legislature approaches a three-week-long spring break, lawmakers scramble to address tax cuts, funding for disability services and immigration issues.
Colorado Democrats have introduced and are pushing a handful of gun control bills that resemble laws passed in California, according to a firearm instructor in the state.
Kentucky lawmakers have approved a bill that would cause a state Senate vacancy to be filled by a special election rather than by the choice of the governor.
Georgia House Bill 1105, which would require local law enforcement officers to work with federal immigration officials, was sent to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk for final approval.
Kansas joins several other states that have enacted harsher penalties for organized retail crime. The bill still needs the signature of Gov. Laura Kelly.
French lawmakers are discussing a bill to ban discrimination based on hair texture, length, color or style, aiming to support those facing hostility due to their hair.