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The Utah House just passed a bill allowing immediate vesting for senior attorney general staff, stirring debate on retention incentives in state employment!

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House approves URS technical changes after debate over immediate vesting for attorney general staff
The Utah House on Feb. 3 approved SB 25, a package of technical and modest reforms to Utah Retirement Systems that includes an exemption allowing immediate vesting of employer contributions for certain senior attorney general staff; the measure passed 70–1 after questions on retention incentives.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Missouri senators are taking a hard look at outdated boards and commissions in a major legislative overhaul, aiming to bring state statutes into the 21st century.

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Missouri senators debate sweeping 'obsolete boards' substitute; amendment adopted and bill laid over
Senators debated a substitute to update or repeal statutes for dozens of boards and commissions and to rename/division references to match current practice. Sponsor Sen. Jefferson said changes reflect activity now done inside agencies; the chamber adopted a sponsor amendment and laid the measure on the informal calendar for more work.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:58 PM
February 5, 2026 at 1:03 PM
A contentious debate is brewing in Washington as lawmakers consider a bill that could shift the appointment of coroners from elected positions, raising questions about accountability and professionalism in the field.

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Lawmakers Hear Conflicting Testimony on Bill to Make County Coroners Appointed
Supporters said appointment would improve professionalism and allow counties to remove problematic elected coroners; opponents, including elected coroners, said appointment risks political pressure and removes an independent check such as the inquest.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:42 AM
Bridal Style is pushing Congress to prioritize border security while reopening the federal government—are lawmakers ready to take action?

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House Administration chair urges Congress to reopen, fund federal government and pass border-security bills
Bridal Style said he hopes Congress will return to reopen and fund the federal government, and called for stronger U.S.-Mexico border security and enforcement of immigration laws, urging passage of bills previously approved by the House.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:07 PM
An unidentified speaker has accused ICE of "terrorizing" Minneapolis and is demanding immediate changes in immigration enforcement leadership and policy.

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Unidentified Speaker Demands ICE Withdraw from Minnesota, Calls for DHS Leadership Change
The speaker said ICE is "occupying" Minneapolis, accused federal agents of "terrorizing" residents, demanded ICE leave Minnesota and Maine and called for new leadership at the Department of Homeland Security and reforms to immigration enforcement.
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January 31, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Allegheny County Council is shaking things up with a proposed referendum for term limits on the county chief executive and a slew of new ordinances aimed at reforming local governance!

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Allegheny County Council introduces referendum on chief executive term limits and multiple ordinances; most items sent to committee
Allegheny County Council introduced a referendum to place term limits on the county chief executive on the May 19, 2026 primary ballot and read several other ordinances (on immigrant access to county services, jail code changes, procurement, tax exemptions and ethics). Council staff said each item will be referred to relevant committees for review.
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January 31, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Cook County is at a crossroads, debating whether to reform or dissolve its subordinate governmental service districts, a move that could impact road maintenance and property values for many residents.

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Cook County staff outline possible overhaul or dissolution of subordinate service districts amid compliance and capacity concerns
County staff told a packed town hall they are considering dissolving or overhauling subordinate governmental service districts (SGSDs), citing administrative strain, inconsistent compliance and legal questions; residents and contractors urged fixes, not elimination, and flagged emergency access and property‑value risks.
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January 31, 2026 at 12:29 AM
MP Bilal Abdallah stressed the importance of addressing public sector challenges during a budget discussion, asserting that a functional state depends on an efficient public sector to enhance stability and institutional effectiveness in Lebanon.

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January 27, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Former MP Chamel Roukoz stressed the importance of respecting retired military personnel, blaming the Parliament and government for the ongoing issues, and urging for necessary reforms.

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January 27, 2026 at 9:25 AM
Senator DeSigli's SB 1234 aims to revolutionize Florida's residential permitting process, but concerns about oversight of private inspectors are raising eyebrows.

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Bill to streamline permits and expand private providers moves forward despite oversight concerns
SB 1234 would standardize residential permit forms, set permit validity periods and exempt certain low‑value nonstructural work from permitting; Miami‑Dade officials warned the bill could reduce building‑official oversight of private providers, and industry representatives defended the private‑provider model.
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January 23, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Senator McClain's SB 548 aims to reshape impact fee calculations, capping extraordinary increases and promising clarity for local governments and developers alike.

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Committee advances SB 548 to clarify impact‑fee methodology and cap extraordinary increases
SB 548 would require plan‑based studies for extraordinary circumstances, cap extraordinary‑circumstance increases at 100% phased over four years, and tighten timelines and refund procedures. Local governments and the League of Cities supported the plan‑based approach while raising questions about appropriate thresholds and implementation.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:52 AM
The Mississippi Senate has taken a significant step by adopting a bill to repeal 22 inactive commissions, streamlining government and potentially saving taxpayers $47,000!

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Senate adopts committee substitute for bill to repeal 22 obsolete commissions; final passage set by afternoon roll call
Senate members adopted a committee substitute for Senate Bill 2017, which lists 22 boards and commissions identified as inactive; the chamber approved the substitute and the measure passed by an afternoon roll call after a brief question about a $47,000 listed appropriation.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:09 PM
We need a formal Vote of No Confidence process for any administrative official.
Public servants aren’t rulers, they’re employees of the people.

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January 20, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Holyoke is on the verge of a financial transformation with plans for a consolidated finance department projected to save $100,000 while enhancing oversight and efficiency.

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Holyoke committee reviews proposed finance department reorganization, job descriptions and timeline
Mayor and treasurer presented a plan to create a consolidated finance department (CAFO, comptroller, director of internal audit, director of technical assistance) intended to strengthen controls and align city and school financial systems; staff said ordinance changes must precede union bargaining and hiring and projected modest future savings.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:43 AM
House Oversight Chairman Comer addresses media after Clinton skips closed-door deposition. #GovernmentReform https://fefd.link/D5Z6K
January 15, 2026 at 4:26 AM
A heated debate in Merrimack County over proposed four-year terms for county offices could reshape accountability in local governance.

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Committee recommends ITL on Merrimack County term‑length bill after divided testimony
Republican and local officials supported lengthening some Merrimack County offices from two to four years for continuity; other lawmakers and residents argued it reduces accountability. The committee recommended ITL on HB 1689 in executive session.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:25 AM
The Glendale Special Charter Review Committee is shaking up civil-service rules with new eligibility lists and potential probation period extensions—what's next for public safety and job applicants?

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Glendale charter committee coalesces around changes to civil-service rules, directs staff to draft language
The Special Charter Review Committee signaled support for keeping a 1–2 year eligibility list, replacing the strict 'rule of three' with a '3 whole scores' approach, and permitting civilian probation extensions up to 18 months while retaining a 12-month cap for public-safety positions; staff will return formal redlines for a vote.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Nantucket's future hangs in the balance as planning commissioners grapple with contentious changes to the Regional Commission's structure—will they find common ground before the deadline?

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Nantucket regional commission talks to merge competing warrant articles on membership; no vote taken
At a Jan. 6 meeting, commissioners and petitioners debated how to restructure the Nantucket Regional Commission's membership — including whether at-large seats should be elected or appointed, sector representation, and term limits — and agreed to let staff draft merged language for review at a follow-up meeting. No formal vote was taken.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Colleton County's financial audit reveals a clean bill of health but signals a worrying decline in the general fund balance, prompting urgent discussions for recovery.

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Colleton County audit earns clean opinion as council eyes steps to rebuild shrinking fund balance
Independent auditors gave Colleton County an unmodified (clean) opinion on its FY25 financial statements and single audit, but council heard that the general fund balance fell by about $4 million to an unassigned balance near $2.9 million, prompting plans for follow-up budget and finance sessions.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Irelands politician Pat Leahy proposes increaes in TDs pay to improove goverment efficency, sparks heated debate #IrishPolitics #GovernmentReform #PatLeahy
January 5, 2026 at 9:21 AM