Sen. Bernie Sanders will headline a Feb. 18 Los Angeles kickoff for a labor-backed drive to place a one-time 5% tax on California billionaires to fund healthcare. The campaign must collect roughly 875,000 signatures by late June.

TSU's Board approved a 100-day "Operation Tiger Reset" to address audit-identified financial weaknesses and stabilize leadership with a May 1 deadline.

Ohio's State Rep. Jean Schmidt announced the start of the capital budget process for 2027-28, focusing on infrastructure projects with an application deadline of March 9.

Oklahoma advances two AI-related bills setting governmental usage standards and denying AI legal personhood; a third bill aims to protect minors from certain AI interactions.

Julie Emerson has been appointed as Louisiana's new Chief of Staff by Governor Jeff Landry, praised for her experience and conservative reform efforts.

AB 818 would create a "demonstration" charter designation and add roughly $6,863 per pupil for a Madison-area charter, prompting union pushback and a committee vote.

Sen. Brian Schatz filed the FAIR Act proposing a 4.1% federal pay increase in 2027 to help close a roughly 27% pay gap with private-sector jobs.

Analysis shows about 44% of Gov. Lombardo’s 2025 haul came through bundled donations tied to gaming and real‑estate interests, raising questions about access.

A state law lets certified facility dogs accompany child and other vulnerable witnesses during courtroom testimony with a judge's approval, setting training, health and insurance standards.

Broward County announces Presidents' Day closures of government offices and various services. Online resources remain available, but some call centers and physical services are affected. Parks are open with fees; transit operates normally.

Oklahoma Governor comments on Expand Energy's decision to move its headquarters to Houston while pledging to maintain significant operations in the state. He emphasizes his commitment to improving the business climate in Oklahoma.

A DHRD report found hundreds of state jobs vacant for years and lawmakers have filed bills to abolish chronically empty posts. Advocates say the moves could free up millions, but agencies warn of service risks.

Polk County approved the purchase of 26.79 acres for a future North Lakeland government center and has scheduled a community meeting for Feb. 17.