From the States
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Mace amendment would require natural-born citizenship for members of Congress and federal judges
The amendment would apply prospectively, meaning no existing officeholder would lose office if ratified, including Reps. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, Pramila Jayapal of Washington, and Shri Thanedar of Michigan.
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Texas Board of Nurses suspends Camp Mystic co-owner's nursing license
At the hearing, Austin-based surgeon Dr. Julie Sprunt Marshall, whose daughter survived the flood, raised multiple medical concerns about Eastland’s conduct,
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Watchdog group says Biden Education Department ignored court order on Title IX enforcement
A federal judge in Tennessee blocked the Biden administration in July 2022 from enforcing guidance that expanded Title IX protections to include gender identity and sexual orientation in certain states.
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine renews Pennsylvania lawmakers' Keystone Pipeline calls
Three state Senators seeking cosponsors for resolution urging President Biden to reopen Keystone XL Pipeline to restore U.S. energy independence.
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Conceal carry bill passes Alabama House, moves to Senate
Legislation would eliminate the process of obtaining a pistol permit to carry a concealed weapon.
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North Carolina governor vetoes bill giving parents power regarding school mask mandates
Roy Cooper vetoed the Free the Smiles Act after North Carolina governor vetoes bill.
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Arizona House votes to cap emergency declarations at 2 weeks
Vote by Arizona House Republicans comes after GOP Gov. Doug Ducey continually has renewed his emergency declaration.
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Lawmakers call for investigation, criticize federally-funded CRT program
“No taxpayer funds should be used to indoctrinate our children by pushing Critical Race Theory,” U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., said.
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Indiana Senate amends anti-CRT bill to require permission from parents for invasive surveys
The surveys often are done by outside companies that have come under fire from parent groups for asking personal questions.
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New York's Zeldin picks NYPD officer to be his lieutenant governor on GOP ticket
Long Island Republican considered the frontrunner for his party's nomination for New York governor, chose New York City Police Deputy Inspector Alison Esposito as running mate.
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Texas declares gender transition procedures on minors are child abuse, and California balks
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is calling for “prompt and thorough investigation” into reported instances of “gender-transitioning procedures” among minors.
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Michigan Senate approves resolution asserting parents’ rights in children’s education
All Democrats voted against the resolution, which asserts “the fundamental rights of parents to direct their children’s education.”
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Americans don't want to play a major role in Ukraine conflict, poll shows
AP/NORC poll found only 26% of surveyed Americans support the U.S. playing a “major role” in Ukraine conflict.