The Democratic governor persuaded lawmakers to lower the standard for involuntary commitment of mentally ill people.

"Only local voters and the school board should have authority," says one superintendent as state budget proposals could force ...

A push from a right-wing Billerica lawmaker to lower a series of taxes in Massachusetts spotlighted a contentious feud ...

Gov. Ned Lamont says he consistently maintains two guiding principles as his mantra in restoring Connecticut to fiscal health ...

New York State allocates $8 million to enhance security along the U.S.-Canada border, focusing on law enforcement and ...

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced she has reached a “general agreement” with lawmakers on a $254 billion state budget.

New York legislative leaders have reached an agreement on a $254 billion state budget, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced late ...

The budget includes investments in climate priorities, community college associate degrees in high-demand industries, ...

IndyStar is tracking what bills moved each week through the Indiana General Assembly's 2025 legislative session. This is our ...

Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced an agreement has been reached with legislative leaders on key priorities in the Fiscal Year ...

It may be four weeks overdue, but an agreement on the Fiscal Year 2026 New York State Budget has been reached.

A state-wide cell phone ban in schools is part of the 2026 New York State budget. The $254 billion budget was announced by ...