Colorado Senate unanimously passes bill making state water resources committee permanent
A bill that would make a state committee on water and agriculture permanent unanimously passed Wednesday in the Colorado Senate.
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Sheriffs who see themselves as ultimate defenders of the Constitution are especially worried about gun rights
A gun control law signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker of Illinois in January 2023 immediately faced opposition from a group key to the law's enforcement: sheriffs.
US debt default could trigger dollar’s collapse – and severely erode America’s political and economic might
It's a case of deja vu all over again on the debt ceiling debate.
Renewed debate over North Dakota's anti-corporate farming law under way
For the second time in nearly a decade, North Dakota is considering changes to a longstanding law that blocks corporate ownership of farms.
Auto thefts will be felonies regardless of value of vehicle in new Colorado bill
A bipartisan bill introduced in the Colorado Senate would make all automobile thefts felonies and eliminate penalties based on the value of a stolen vehicle.
US is spending record amounts servicing its national debt – interest rate hikes add billions to the cost
Consumers and businesses aren't the only ones feeling the pain of higher borrowing costs because of Federal Reserve rate hikes. Uncle Sam is too.
Feds to spend $25M to entice food stamp recipients to eat more fruits, vegetables
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service will invest $25 million into three states to encourage people on food assistance to buy more fruits and vegetables.
Wyoming lawmakers consider expanding health coverage for 19,000 workers
A bill that would expand Medicaid coverage for some 19,000 Wyoming workers who earn too much to qualify for standard Medicaid, but can't afford private insurance, is making its way through the state Legislature.
New Mexico lawmakers weigh next step for wildlife crossings
Reducing the number of wildlife-vehicle collisions is the goal of a bill before the New Mexico Legislature this session.
Bill establishing $500 tax credit for Colorado teachers dies in committee
A bill to give Colorado teachers a maximum $500 tax credit for expenses was halted in the state Senate State, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee Thursday.
