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Clemency board recommends pardon for Dominic LaPreme, citing collateral harms to family and business After testimony from petitioner Dominic LaPreme, his counsel and family, the board voted 4–1 to recommend a pardon to the governor, noting restrictions that impede his business and family life (including contracts on military bases and travel to Canada).

The Washington State Clemency and Pardons Board has recommended a pardon for Dominic LaPreme, highlighting how his past convictions hinder both his family life and business opportunities.

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Senator presses CDSS on Tulare County residential care failures after 53 complaints; department says license surrendered and investigation is ongoing Senator Grove pressed CDSS about a Tulare County residential care facility where county officials removed 22 seniors after 53 complaints; CDSS said the license was surrendered in October 2025, the department assisted with resident relocation, and it is conducting an internal review and may pursue administrative action.

A shocking Senate hearing reveals 53 complaints of neglect at a Tulare County care facility, leading to the rescue of 22 seniors from unsanitary conditions.

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2 days ago

Marion County reinstates ODHS intergovernmental agreement, adds $1.35 million for juvenile services The board approved Amendment #3 to reinstate and add $1,350,000 to an incoming funds IGA with the Oregon Department of Human Services for Title IV-E reimbursements to support 2.5 FTEs and administrative costs through Sept. 30, 2027.

Marion County just secured an additional $1.35 million to bolster juvenile services, ensuring crucial support for our communities through 2027!

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2 days ago

Dooly County approves road projects, equipment purchases and Public Works leadership changes The commission authorized GDOT paving projects, accepted bids and contracts for the Richwood Road project, approved purchase and lease financing for a motor grader and backhoe, and appointed Tommy Watson as Public Works Director and Jimmy Towns as Assistant Public Works Director.

Dooly County is revamping its infrastructure with new road projects, heavy equipment purchases, and fresh leadership in Public Works!

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2 days ago

Washington County Board adopts FY22 budget unanimously The Washington County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the FY22 Budget Ordinance June 14 after reviewing a summary memo; commissioners thanked staff for preparing the package and attachments are on file with the clerk.

The Washington County Board of Commissioners has officially adopted the FY22 Budget Ordinance, paving the way for new initiatives and improvements in the community!

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2 days ago

Buffalo County adopts rebate policy, creates sinking fund for capital needs The Buffalo County Board on Aug. 12 adopted a formal rebate-procedure policy that centralizes rebate accounting in the County Clerk’s Office and created a Sinking Fund (2750) to set aside money for future capital improvements and debt reduction.

Buffalo County just took a major step toward financial transparency by adopting a new rebate policy and creating a dedicated Sinking Fund for future capital needs!

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2 days ago

Senate committee hears that delayed state payments strain Alaska nonprofits and rural transit providers Witnesses told the Senate Transportation Committee that state reimbursements to nonprofits, municipalities and tribal organizations are often delayed months and can top six-figure sums, hindering services and risking federal funds; presenters urged passage of SB 129 and administrative fixes in DOT.

Alaska's nonprofits and transit providers are facing crippling delays in state payments, risking essential services and federal funding—will lawmakers take action?

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2 days ago

Actuaries and retirement division tell Senate Finance HB 78 would shift millions in pension costs to state Presenters told the Senate Finance Committee that House Bill 78’s proposed defined-benefit option would raise state contributions in FY2030 projections and shift employer payments away from paying existing unfunded liability, requiring the state to cover the difference; the division said it is neutral and will administer whatever the Legislature passes.

House Bill 78 could dramatically shift pension costs to the state, raising contributions and altering the financial landscape for employers—what does this mean for Alaska's future?

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2 days ago

Minnehaha County adopts $113.29 million FY2021 budget, levies published The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 29 adopted a $113,293,582 FY2021 budget, adding two general‑fund positions and shifting two grant‑funded positions to county funding; the commission approved tax levies and related line‑item adjustments by roll call vote.

Minnehaha County has just adopted a $113.29 million budget for FY2021, paving the way for new positions and essential funding allocations!

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2 days ago

Buffalo County adopts 2023–24 budget and sets $23.56 million property tax request The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the county’s 2023–24 budget and set a $23,562,956.89 property tax request, noting a 9.87% change in assessed value and a proposed tax rate of $0.321211 per $100 assessed value.

Buffalo County has officially adopted a $23.56 million budget for 2023-24, marking a significant 6.79% increase and setting the stage for crucial funding across departments!

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3 days ago

Votes at a glance: Oklahoma House passes package including tougher repeat voyeurism penalties and higher-education measures On March 9 the Oklahoma House advanced and passed a sequence of bills across criminal justice, elections, higher education, records access and government operations. Several bills were passed with recorded roll-call tallies; some measures were debated, others were advanced by unanimous consent.

The Oklahoma House just passed a groundbreaking slate of bills, including tougher penalties for repeat voyeurism and significant reforms in higher education!

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3 days ago

DOJ to create new division to pursue Medicaid and Medicare fraud, agency official says An agency official said the Department of Justice plans a new division and an assistant attorney general to focus on Medicaid and Medicare fraud, and described an interstate scheme involving two men who enrolled homeless-shelter programs; dollar figures cited in the exchange were inconsistent and not clarified.

The DOJ is launching a brand-new division to tackle the "insane" problem of Medicaid and Medicare fraud, revealing shocking interstate scams that cost millions.

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4 days ago

Kentucky Senate approves bill sending large property-tax increases to voters The Kentucky Senate passed Senate Bill 41, requiring a public ballot when a property-taxing entity raises its rate by more than 4%; the measure passed 26–9 after sponsor debate about rising property-tax burdens.

The Kentucky Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill that puts the power back in voters' hands by requiring a ballot for any property tax hike over 4%!

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5 days ago

Committee approves ordinance limiting use of King County property for civil immigration enforcement, 5-0 The Law and Justice Committee approved an ordinance codifying limits on the use of county-owned and -controlled properties for civil immigration enforcement, added a striking amendment and title amendment, and voted 5-0 to place the ordinance as amended on the March 17 council consent agenda.

King County takes a bold step to protect its community by limiting the use of county properties for civil immigration enforcement operations.

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5 days ago

Council approves 2025 year‑end transfers and accepts claims report totaling $5.89 million Council approved routine 2025 year‑end transfers and encumbrances and accepted a report of claims paid totaling $5,889,488.13.

The New Ulm council has just approved significant year-end transfers and a staggering claims report totaling over $5.8 million!

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6 days ago

House approves special‑district bill after heated debate over downtown development rules CSHB 273 (special districts) passed the Florida House after floor debate over language newly added to govern downtown development authorities (DDAs); an amendment to strip the DDA provisions failed, and members warned the change was added late without consultation with affected DDAs.

Florida's new special-district bill sparks heated debate as lawmakers clash over downtown development authority rules that could reshape urban growth and local jobs.

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Citizen Portal News North Carolina

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1 week ago

Buncombe County board authorizes outsourcing internal audit, adopts federal "Green Book" controls The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to outsource the county's internal-audit function to an external firm and adopt the GAO's Green Book internal-control standard; the board authorized the county manager to execute a master services agreement and approved initial funding for onboarding.

Buncombe County is shaking things up by outsourcing its internal audits and adopting new federal standards to ensure smoother operations after staff changes!

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1 week ago

Committee tables House Resolution 1050 pending lease-escalator details A House committee tabled House Resolution 1050 after a lawmaker asked staff to provide a county-by-county breakdown of state leases, including automatic rent escalators and incremental increases; staff said the information could be delivered within a week.

The House Committee has hit pause on House Resolution 1050, demanding crucial lease-escalation details before moving forward with $89 million in budgeted maintenance.

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1 week ago

Brevard officials say federal rail grant competition is tight after Washington meetings County leaders reported meetings with U.S. Department of Transportation and federal lawmakers about a rail grant application and said the application is strong but competitive, with initial review expected possibly in June.

Brevard County officials just wrapped up promising talks in D.C. about a federal rail grant that could transform local transit—will they secure the funding they need?

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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1 week ago

County director flags rising insurance and retirement costs as primary FY27 budget drivers County director reported rising group‑health costs (vendor projection 15.4%; 24% if GLP weight‑loss drugs included), an accelerated retirement liability payment of about $429,415 and higher audit and legal costs, all contributing to a FY27 budget that appears about $2 million out of balance in the public‑viewing draft.

Rising health insurance and retirement costs are pushing Norfolk County's FY27 budget $2 million out of balance—what will this mean for the community?

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 week ago

Committee declines to advance bill creating civil remedy for constitutional violations by government actors The committee debated HF3477, which would create a civil remedy modeled on 42 U.S.C. § 1983 to allow suits for constitutional violations by state and federal actors; after discussion on scope and preemption, a requested roll call failed 6–7 and the motion to refer did not carry.

A proposed bill aiming to hold government actors accountable for constitutional violations just failed in committee, sparking heated debates over its implications and scope.

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Citizen Portal News Connecticut

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1 week ago

Audit finds late post-election reviews, SEEC says it will clear backlog by May Auditors of Public Accounts found 92% of selected 2022 post-election audits were incomplete when reviewed, noting delays of 132to454 days and eight recommendations; SEEC Executive Director Ryan Burns said 34 audits remain and the agency plans to resolve them by May and publish updated treasurer guidance.

An alarming 92% of post-election audits in Connecticut were incomplete, with delays of up to 454 days, raising serious questions about election integrity.

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1 week ago

Accountability isn't optional. We document what institutions refuse to answer for. Six years. One veteran. One embassy that looked the other way. Read the investigation.
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Citizen Portal News Missouri

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1 week ago

Committee advances committee substitute for House Bill 30 66 after heated debate over St. Louis oversight The Committee on Crime and Public Safety voted 11–5 to advance a committee substitute for House Bill 30 66 after extended debate and an adopted amendment to restore lieutenant overtime authority. Opponents said the measure risks replacing local oversight of St. Louis police.

A heated debate in Missouri has led to a controversial vote advancing House Bill 30 66, raising concerns over local police oversight and the potential state takeover of St. Louis law enforcement.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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House committee deadlocks on work/community engagement bill HF3763 after testimony raises readiness and cost concerns House File 3763, the author's proposed state implementing language for federal community engagement (work) requirements for Medicaid expansion enrollees, drew supporters and health-advocacy opponents; members and local officials warned of county workload and technology limits and a roll call ended in an 11-11 tie, so the motion did not prevail.

A crucial Medicaid expansion bill in Minnesota has hit a deadlock, raising urgent concerns over workload, technology readiness, and the potential impact on vulnerable communities.

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1 week ago

Questioner alleges ICE training encourages warrantless home entries; on-record statements conflict During a hearing, a questioner alleged a "secretive order" trained ICE officers to use an "I205" process to enter homes without judicial warrants, and summarized conflicting on-the-record answers about whether a warrant was presented in a reported forced entry.

Allegations arise that ICE officers are being trained to forcibly enter homes without warrants, raising serious constitutional concerns.

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