November 12, 2021 •
Nevada to Convene Special Session
A special session announced by Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak begins November 12 to vote on new congressional maps. Nevada is a swing state with 38% of voters not identifying with the Democratic or Republican party, raising the political importance of […]
A special session announced by Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak begins November 12 to vote on new congressional maps.
Nevada is a swing state with 38% of voters not identifying with the Democratic or Republican party, raising the political importance of the special session.
Currently, Democrats control the Legislature and the Governor’s Office, allowing for the creation of maps that lean in their favor.
The Democratic maps look to wrestle control of downtown Reno from the Republicans and to sure-up control of two hotly contested districts in Washoe County.
This does affect lobbyist reporting.
A lobbyist activity report will be due December 10, covering the month of November, and a termination and final report for the special session will be due 30 days after the close of the special session.
November 11, 2021 •
South Dakota’s Two Special Sessions Adjourn
Three days after it convened on November 8, the first special session of the South Dakota Legislature adjourned sine die on November 10 when lawmakers reached a compromise on the decennial redistricting map. A concurrent second special session began on […]
Three days after it convened on November 8, the first special session of the South Dakota Legislature adjourned sine die on November 10 when lawmakers reached a compromise on the decennial redistricting map.
A concurrent second special session began on November 9 and lasted only one day.
During the second special session, lawmakers overwhelmingly voted to establish a committee to consider impeachment of Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg for conduct in relation to a crash that killed Joe Boever last year.
November 8, 2021 •
Utah Governor Calls Special Session on Redistricting
Gov. Spencer Cox has called the Utah Legislature into a special session on redistricting set to begin November 9 at 10:30 a.m. Lawmakers will vote on a set of maps that will determine the boundaries of Utah’s political districts, from […]
Gov. Spencer Cox has called the Utah Legislature into a special session on redistricting set to begin November 9 at 10:30 a.m.
Lawmakers will vote on a set of maps that will determine the boundaries of Utah’s political districts, from school boards to the state Legislature and Congress, for the next decade.
In addition, Cox outlined other issues to be considered by lawmakers, including a vote to change the name of Dixie State University and an opportunity to consider provisions related to COVID-19 and the workplace.
It is not yet clear when the special session is slated to end.
November 5, 2021 •
Wyoming Legislature Adjourns
The Wyoming Legislature adjourned their special session after passing HB 1002, outlawing enforcement of federal vaccine mandates. Included in HB 1002 is the ability for Wyoming’s attorney general to initiate or participate in litigation and take any appropriate action to […]
The Wyoming Legislature adjourned their special session after passing HB 1002, outlawing enforcement of federal vaccine mandates.
Included in HB 1002 is the ability for Wyoming’s attorney general to initiate or participate in litigation and take any appropriate action to challenge or resist federal government mandates relating to COVID-19.
A four-million-dollar fund has been set aside to finance legal actions opposing federal government COVID mandates.
November 4, 2021 •
Alaska’s Fourth Special Session Adjourns
Alaska’s fourth special session adjourned under little fanfare. Governor Dunleavy tasked members of the Alaskan Legislature to fund another permanent fund dividend payment, a request met with legislative apathy. The Senate held only one floor session while the house met […]
Alaska’s fourth special session adjourned under little fanfare.
Governor Dunleavy tasked members of the Alaskan Legislature to fund another permanent fund dividend payment, a request met with legislative apathy.
The Senate held only one floor session while the house met only twice, with both houses holding relatively few committee meetings.
The Legislative leaders expressed concerns over a second payout from the permanent fund without a long-term budget plan.
Dunleavy stated he does not plan to call a fifth special session.
This does affect lobbyist reporting.
The fourth session adjourning in November triggers a monthly report covering November 1 to November 30, due December 31.
The quarterly legislative lobbyist report due on January 31 will only cover the month of December.
November 3, 2021 •
North Dakota Governor Issues Call for Special Session
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has called a special session of the Legislature to begin November 8. Lawmakers had announced a special session in September to begin November 8 but Burgum’s announcement means lawmakers will not be limited to the […]
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has called a special session of the Legislature to begin November 8.
Lawmakers had announced a special session in September to begin November 8 but Burgum’s announcement means lawmakers will not be limited to the four days allotted under the constitution when the Legislature calls itself into session.
House Majority Leader Chet Pollert said they will determine whether a veto session will be necessary during the special session.
This does not affect lobbyist reporting.
November 3, 2021 •
Special Session Adjourns
The Tennessee General Assembly adjourned the third special session on October 30. Lawmakers passed several bills limiting COVID-19 restrictions and mandates. In addition to these measures, lawmakers also introduced and passed Senate Bill 9009 making school board elections partisan elections. […]
The Tennessee General Assembly adjourned the third special session on October 30.
Lawmakers passed several bills limiting COVID-19 restrictions and mandates.
In addition to these measures, lawmakers also introduced and passed Senate Bill 9009 making school board elections partisan elections.
All of these bills now await action by Gov. Bill Lee.
November 3, 2021 •
Florida Special Session Dates Set
Gov. Ron DeSantis has set the dates for the November Florida Legislature’s special session concerning COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Lawmakers will convene the special session on November 15 and can adjourn no later than November 19.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has set the dates for the November Florida Legislature’s special session concerning COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Lawmakers will convene the special session on November 15 and can adjourn no later than November 19.
October 22, 2021 •
Special Session Adjourns
The Tennessee General Assembly adjourned its special session on October 20. During the three-day session, lawmakers approved bills regarding development and other preparations of the Ford Memphis Regional Megasite project, including the allocation of $884 million from the state’s fiscal […]
The Tennessee General Assembly adjourned its special session on October 20.
During the three-day session, lawmakers approved bills regarding development and other preparations of the Ford Memphis Regional Megasite project, including the allocation of $884 million from the state’s fiscal surplus.
October 22, 2021 •
Governor Calls for Special Session of Vaccine Mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he intends to call a special session of the Florida Legislature in November. Though the specific dates have not been set, the session will take up issues regarding COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he intends to call a special session of the Florida Legislature in November.
Though the specific dates have not been set, the session will take up issues regarding COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
October 21, 2021 •
Legislature Completes Third Extraordinary Session
West Virginia lawmakers completed their third special session after approving redistricting plans. In addition to approving new House and Senate districts, the Legislature passed a bill to require employers to allow religious and health exemptions to COVID-19 vaccine requirements. The […]
West Virginia lawmakers completed their third special session after approving redistricting plans.
In addition to approving new House and Senate districts, the Legislature passed a bill to require employers to allow religious and health exemptions to COVID-19 vaccine requirements.
The Legislature also approved the creation of the Broadband Development Fund.
October 20, 2021 •
Wyoming Special Session Announced
A special legislative session has been announced by the Wyoming Legislature after a majority of state House and Senate members voted in favor of convening. The session will begin October 26 and is tentatively scheduled to adjourn on October 28. […]
A special legislative session has been announced by the Wyoming Legislature after a majority of state House and Senate members voted in favor of convening.
The session will begin October 26 and is tentatively scheduled to adjourn on October 28.
The purpose of the special session is to address COVID-19 mandates and “vaccine passports.”
October 20, 2021 •
Legislature to Hold Third Special Session of 2021
Senate Speaker Randy McNally and House Speaker Cameron Sexton announced the Tennessee Legislature will convene a special session on October 27. The special session will focus solely on COVID-19 issues including mask and vaccine mandates. This will be the third […]
Senate Speaker Randy McNally and House Speaker Cameron Sexton announced the Tennessee Legislature will convene a special session on October 27.
The special session will focus solely on COVID-19 issues including mask and vaccine mandates.
This will be the third special session of 2021.
October 15, 2021 •
Special Session Announced
Gov. Kay Ivey announced a second special session of the Alabama Legislature to convene on October 28. The purpose of the special session is to undertake the decennial redistricting process.
Gov. Kay Ivey announced a second special session of the Alabama Legislature to convene on October 28.
The purpose of the special session is to undertake the decennial redistricting process.
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