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Democrats prove they have staying power in state elections
November 08, 2023 | News, ManagementPlus, abortion rights and pot legalization win in Ohio, Philadelphia elects its first woman mayor, and a falsely accused member of "Central Park Five" joins New York City council.
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Ohio voted on abortion. Next year, 11 more states might, too.
| News, ManagementThe push for sending the contentious issue to voters comes on the heels of last year’s string of ballot measure wins for abortion rights in six states.
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New California law offers fresh protection from steep ambulance bills
November 07, 2023 | News, ManagementThe law prohibits ambulance companies from balance billing patients, or charging them for any unpaid costs after insurance. Patients can expect to save an average of nearly $1,100 per emergency ambulance ride, experts say.
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Local govs need a helping hand from states to build climate resiliency
November 06, 2023 | News, ManagementNorth Carolina offers technical assistance to help local leaders assess their communities’ climate vulnerabilities and develop sustainable solutions.
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‘I felt so naughty’: New open carry alcohol laws boost downtowns
| News, ManagementSome places see promise in areas allowing visitors to shop, sip and stroll.
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What to watch for in Tuesday’s high-stakes elections
November 04, 2023 | News, ManagementAbortion rights are playing a pivotal role in elections in Ohio, Kentucky and Virginia. Plus, more news to use from around the country in this week's State and Local Roundup.
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‘Tripledemic’ dashboards set health agencies up for flu season
November 03, 2023 | News, ManagementCOVID, influenza and RSV—oh my! Fall and winter bring an increase in respiratory illnesses, so state health departments are revamping their COVID dashboards for enhanced insights into their communities’ health.
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House proposes slashing $4B from the EPA
| News, ManagementThe GOP funding cuts, passed along party lines, would significantly impact state and local efforts to improve drinking water and reduce water pollution. Additional cuts would severely hamper environmental justice projects.
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Who should have land-use authority in green energy projects?
November 02, 2023 | News, ManagementMichigan lawmakers are considering legislation that would shift some land-use authorities to the state to streamline renewable energy developments. But local governments and residents fear their voices will get left behind in the race to build green infrastructure.
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‘Worse than people can imagine’: Medicaid ‘unwinding’ breeds chaos in states
| News, ManagementStates have terminated Medicaid coverage for more than 10 million Americans since March, leaving families and individuals scrambling to seek alternative health insurance plans or apply for coverage renewals.