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Limón Wins the Vote—But Not the Gavel Just Yet

On June 9, 2025, California State Senate Democrats voted in caucus to elect Sen. Monique Limón (D-Goleta) as the next president pro tempore. She is set to succeed current Senate President Pro Tem Mike McGuire in early 2026,...more

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New York Note: Early Voting Begins June 14

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Early voting for the NYC Primary will begin this Saturday, June 14 and conclude on Sunday, June 22. The primary election will be held on Tuesday, June 24. The primary will include races for the Mayor, Comptroller, Public...more

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New York Note: Parks Commissioner, Delgado Declares for Governor, Mayoral Debate, Client Spotlight

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Adams Appoints Rodriguez-Rosa as New NYC Parks Commissioner - Mayor Adams has appointed Iris Rodriguez-Rosa as the new Commissioner of NYC Parks. Rodriguez-Rosa previously served as the Bronx Borough Parks Commissioner, and...more

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Interim Wyoming AG Named; New Entrants in AL and FL AG Races

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Alabama AG Steve Marshall, a term-limited Republican, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Senator Tommy Tuberville. Former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell, also a Republican, has...more

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The Supreme Court Update - June 2, 2025

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The Supreme Court of the United States granted certiorari in four cases today: Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections, No. 24-568: This case involves an Illinois law that required mail-in ballots to be counted as long...more

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Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, June 2, 2025

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Federal Funding Uncertainties Send PA Budget Talks into Limbo - State lawmakers are struggling to agree on funding priorities in time to meet the budget deadline of June 30 as federal uncertainties in transit, education, and...more

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Compliance Notes, Vol. 6, Issue 11 - May 2025

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RECENT LOBBYING, ETHICS & CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATES- Campaign Finance & Lobbying Compliance - Donald Trump directed the Justice Department to investigate ActBlue for potentially illegal campaign donations, but his...more

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NYS Senate Elections Committee Approves Seven Bills

On March 28, 2025, the New York State Senate Elections Committee met and voted to approve seven bills...more

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New York Note: Elizabeth Street Garden, Special Election, 5 Times Square

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Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro is considering cancelling a planned affordable housing development at Elizabeth Street Garden. He has suggested that the apartments instead be built on a nearby lot, which was initially reserved for...more

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Pennsylvania Perspective for Thursday, May 22, 2025

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PA’s 2025 Primary Elections Run Smoothly- Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt called the 2025 primary elections “relatively calm and successful,” with only minor issues reported statewide. Despite the...more

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Legislative Top 5 - May 2025 #4

The Minnesota Legislature adjourned the 2025 Regular Session on Monday night, but a special session looms on the horizon as legislators failed to pass a complete budget. Despite meeting through the weekend and on Monday,...more

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Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, May 19, 2025

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Key PA Court Races Could Reshape Caregiving, Education, Parental Rights -Upcoming judicial races for Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth and Superior Courts could significantly impact caregiving policies, as recent rulings have...more

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Broad Street Brief: DA Primary Race Enters Final Days

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City Council Announces New Gun Violence Committee Members, Shift in Focus - On Wednesday, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (District 2) announced 20 new members to the Special Committee on Gun Violence Prevention,...more

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Democrats Join CO and IA 2026 AG Races; IA State Auditor Launches Campaign for Governor

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Denver attorney David Seligman has announced his intention to run for Colorado AG in 2026, joining a growing field of Democrats that includes Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold, former House Speaker Crisanta Duran, and...more

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Iowa 2025 Legislative Session – Week 17

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Last week was the first week beyond the scheduled 110th day of the 2025 Iowa Legislative Session, and legislators made significant strides toward adjournment. On Thursday, the chambers released a joint budget agreement; with...more

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Republicans Join Georgia and Michigan 2026 AG Races

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Republican Georgia State Senator Bill Cowsert has announced his intention to run for Georgia AG in 2026, joining fellow Republican State Senator Brian Strickland, who has filed papers that will enable him to start raising...more

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In-Compliance: Holtzman Vogel's April 2025 Recap

In Compliance: Holtzman Vogel's Monthly Round-Up In the April 2025 In-Compliance recap, we cover the following topics: President Trump Directs Attorney General to Investigate ActBlue - FEC Commissioner Allen...more

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Georgia House Announces New Study Committees on Elections, Medical Marijuana/Hemp and Insurance Rates

On April 17, 2025, Speaker Jon Burns announced the formation of three new House study committees that will investigate pressing policy issues in Georgia. These committees build upon resolutions introduced during the 2025...more

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New York Note: Council Sues Adams, Stefanik Governor Run, Pre-K Funding, Client Spotlight

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NYC Council Sues Over ICE Office at Rikers Island - The New York City Council has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Adams over the opening of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) outpost on Rikers Island. The...more

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Wyoming AG to Take the Bench; Republican Race for TX AG Grows; New FTC Commissioner Appointed

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Wyoming AG Bridget Hill was appointed to the Wyoming Supreme Court by Governor Mark Gordon, and will take the bench on May 28, 2025. The Wyoming AG is also appointed by the governor, and AG Hill’s replacement has not yet been...more

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Compliance Notes, Vol. 6, Issue 8 - April 2025

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RECENT LOBBYING, ETHICS & CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATES - Campaign Finance & Lobbying Compliance - Hawaii: Hawaii lawmakers are working to outlaw political donations from people who win government contracts....more

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Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, April 14, 2025

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Gov. Shapiro, State Leaders Condemn Weekend Arson Attack - Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were safely evacuated after a suspected arson attack on their residence early Sunday morning, prompting state and local leaders...more

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TX AG Launches Senate Bid; State Legislator and Secretary of State Join GA and CO AG Races; ID AG Appoints Senior Staff

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Republican Texas AG Ken Paxton has launched his campaign Tuesday for the 2026 Senate race, challenging Republican Senator John Cornyn. Georgia Republican State Senator Brian Strickland has filed papers that will enable him to...more

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Florida Sends Two More Republicans to Washington

On April 1, Florida held a special election to fill the vacant seats of former Reps. Matt Gaetz (R-FL-01) and Michael Waltz (R-FL-06), who both resigned to join the Trump administration. Republicans successfully retained...more

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Pennsylvania Perspective for Thursday, March 27, 2025

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Gov. Shapiro Fights USDA Funding Cuts for PA Farmers, Food Banks -Governor Josh Shapiro is challenging the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to cancel $13 million in funding for Pennsylvania farmers who supply...more

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