Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

by | Oct 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett

Below are some articles the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Five of the World’s Safety Countries for 2025 – What do residents say brings security and calm to their country, despite rises in...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

by | Oct 6, 2025 | Liz Gullett

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… Following marathon sessions, the House and Senate passed two omnibus budgets appropriating funds for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year. Ten candidates have filed to run in the special election for the 35th Senate...
Candidates File for Open Senate Seat

Candidates File for Open Senate Seat

by | Oct 3, 2025 | Liz Gullett

Ten candidates have filed to run in the special election for the 35th Senate District. The seat has been open since former Senator and now Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet resigned in January following her election to the U.S. House. If a Democratic candidate...
Budget Reforms Resolution Adopted

Budget Reforms Resolution Adopted

by | Oct 3, 2025 | Liz Gullett

This week, the Senate adopted a resolution requiring transparency for earmarks during the budget negotiation process. Its adoption was part of the overall budget negotiations for the FY26 budget. Key Points: Senate Resolution 74 was introduced by Senator Sarah Anthony...
Private Property Reforms Reported

Private Property Reforms Reported

by | Oct 3, 2025 | Liz Gullett

This week, the House Natural Resources and Tourism Committee reported legislation aimed at strengthening private property rights and updating enforcement practices within state agencies. Key Points: House Bills 4073 and 4421 were introduced by Representatives David...