Legislature

Stadium-financing plan for Kansas Chiefs and Royals sparks controversy in legislature

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Kansas City, Missouri legislators are working on a plan to fund a new sports stadium for either the Chiefs or the Royals through STAR bonds financing. This proposal aims to bring both teams to the state by providing them with a state-of-the-art facility. The idea of using STAR bonds for this purpose has generated both excitement and controversy among residents and officials. A recent bill that could potentially lure the Chiefs and Royals to Kansas …

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**Gun Safety Legislation approved in Maine after Deadliest Shooting** – Democratic-led Legislature pushes for stricter gun laws following tragic mass shooting – read more here!

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Augusta, Maine – The Maine Legislature took significant steps toward improving gun safety by passing comprehensive legislation that includes background checks on private gun sales, waiting periods for gun purchases, and criminalizing gun sales to prohibited individuals. These measures were implemented almost six months after the deadliest shooting in the state’s history. The push for these gun and mental health proposals came after a tragic shooting incident that claimed 18 lives and injured 13 individuals. …

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**Wisconsin** Republicans Lose Decade-long Control of Legislature: New Maps Give Democrats Chance to Win

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Madison, Wisconsin – For years, Wisconsin has faced an anti-democratic dilemma where state legislative elections held little significance due to Republican control being almost guaranteed. This political reality persisted despite the state’s reputation for being fiercely competitive in national elections. Since 2012, Republicans strategically drew district lines in their favor, securing their dominance in the state legislature regardless of voter turnout or support. The contentious issue of gerrymandering finally came to a head in December …

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