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Date State Bill No. Title Outcome
March 21, 2023 OK HB 2546 Prohibits Instruction on Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation in Public School Bill Passed - House (79 - 19)
March 21, 2023 OK SB 482 Increases Annual Teacher Pay Bill Passed - Senate (42 - 1)
March 21, 2023 ME LD 5 Increases Maximum Income Threshold to Qualify for the Higher Opportunity for Pathways to Employment Program Bill Passed - House (81 - 58)
March 20, 2023 GA SB 44 Increases Penalties for Gang Recruitment Bill Passed - House (99 - 74)
March 20, 2023 NJ A 4772 Specifies Circumstances in Which an Individual May Receive Unemployment Compensation Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 11)
March 20, 2023 NY S 1353 Exempts Certain Income and Resources in Determining Eligibility for Public Assistance Benefits Bill Passed - House (97 - 50)
March 20, 2023 CO SB 23-1196 Authorizes Individuals to Seek Legal Remedies for Breaches of the Colorado Youth Employment Opportunity Act of 1971 Bill Passed - House (44 - 18)
March 20, 2023 OR HB 3383 Expands the State Board of Education to Include a Representative for Classified Staff Bill Passed - House (45 - 12)
March 20, 2023 CO HB 23-1186 Authorizes Remote Participation in County Court Residential Eviction Filings Bill Passed - House (44 - 18)
March 20, 2023 MD SB 786 Requires Maryland Health Care Commission Ensure the Confidentiality of Data of Patients who have Obtained "Legally Protected Healthcare" Bill Passed - Senate (31 - 12)
March 20, 2023 NJ S 3333 Prohibits Water Utility from Taking Certain Action if Utility Doesn't Sign Up for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program. Bill Passed - Senate (36 - 0)
March 20, 2023 MN HF 366 Prohibits State Extradition of Any Individual Seeking or Assisting in an Abortion Bill Passed - House (68 - 62)
March 20, 2023 MD HB 175 Expands Voting Rights for Student Members of Baltimore County Board of Education Bill Passed - House (98 - 33)
March 17, 2023 NM SB 13 Establishes State Protections for Abortions and Gender Affirming Healthcare Bill Passed - House (38 - 30)
March 17, 2023 NM SB 51 Authorizes Cost-Sharing Contributions for Prescription Drug Bill Passed - House (44 - 21)
March 17, 2023 HI SB 1 Prohibits the State from Cooperating with Out-of-State Abortion Lawsuits Bill Passed - House (43 - 7)
March 17, 2023 MD SB 859 Prohibits Requiring an Individual Give Testimony or Statements in Another State Regarding Their "Legally Protected Healthcare" Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 11)
March 17, 2023 FL HB 1 Establishes a State Private School Vouchers Program Bill Passed - House (83 - 27)
March 16, 2023 KY HB 538 Authorizes K-12 Schools to Establish Policies on When Disruptive Students can be Removed Concurrence Vote Passed - House (85 - 11)
March 16, 2023 KY SB 9 Increases Anti-Hazing Laws Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (30 - 4)
March 16, 2023 KY SB 229 Requires Interagency Communication and Agency Corporation During Child Abuse Cases Bill Passed - House (91 - 6)
March 16, 2023 KY HB 538 Authorizes K-12 Schools to Establish Policies on When Disruptive Students can be Removed Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 3)
March 16, 2023 NM HB 306 Prohibits Purchasing a Firearm for Someone Who is Not Allowed or Intends to Use it in a Crime Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 10)
March 16, 2023 NM HB 400 Establishes a Study on Whether a State Based Healthcare Option is Viable Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 15)
March 16, 2023 NM SB 16 Establishes a State Health Care Authority Department Bill Passed - House (43 - 23)
March 16, 2023 KY HB 262 Amends State Statute Laws to Add the Crime of Vehicular Homicide Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 2)
March 16, 2023 NH SB 272 Establishes a Parents Bill of Right's for Students in Public and Private Schools "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - Senate (14 - 10)
March 16, 2023 National S 316 A bill to repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq. Cloture Invoked - Senate (68 - 27)
March 16, 2023 AZ SB 1221 Amends Biometric Laws Regarding Fingerprinting Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 4)
March 16, 2023 MI SB 78 Amends Sentencing Guidelines for Weapons Charges Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 17)
March 16, 2023 KY HB 547 Prohibits School Districts from Punishing an Employee for Private Religious Expression Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 5)
March 16, 2023 MI SB 85 Increases Penalties for False Statements in Support of Extreme Risk Protection Rrders Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 17)
March 16, 2023 AZ SB 1221 Amends Biometric Laws Regarding Fingerprinting Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 4)
March 16, 2023 RI S 72 Establishes a Constitutional Amendment to Protect the Right to an Adequate Education Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (35 - 0)
March 15, 2023 KY SB 80 Prohibits Registered Sex Offenders from Loitering or Operating a Mobile Business within 1,000 ft. of Schools, Daycares, and Public Playgrounds or Swimming Pools Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (32 - 2)
March 15, 2023 KY SB 9 Increases Anti-Hazing Laws Bill Passed - House (96 - 3)
March 15, 2023 AR SB 81 Authorizes Parental Review and Challenge of School Library Books and Curriculum Bill Passed - House (56 - 25)
March 15, 2023 IA SF 514 Restructures Iowa State Government Cabinet Positions Bill Passed - House (58 - 39)
March 15, 2023 CO SB 23-1006 Requires Employer Notification of Employee Income Tax Credit Eligibility Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 12)
March 15, 2023 KY SB 5 Requires School Boards Create a Systems to Respond to Complaints Over Sexually Explicit Materials in Public Schools. Bill Passed - House (80 - 18)
March 15, 2023 NY S 832 Exempts Runaway Youths From Being Able to Consent to Certain Medical Services Bill Passed - House (105 - 41)
March 15, 2023 KS SB 83 Expands Eligibility for Low-Income Student Scholarships Bill Passed - House (64 - 61)
March 15, 2023 OR HB 2001 Appropriates $200 Million for Affordable Housing Initiatives Bill Passed - House (50 - 9)
March 15, 2023 NM SB 523 Amends Medical Malpractice Rules Bill Passed - Senate (40 - 2)
March 15, 2023 IA SF 326 Increases Birth Control Restrictions for Minors Bill Passed - Senate (45 - 3)
March 15, 2023 IA SF 455 Amends Regulations Concerning Topsoil and Storm Water at Construction Sites Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 15)
March 15, 2023 OR SB 545 Requires the Oregon Health Authority to Adopt Rules Allowing Restaurants to Allow Consumers to Use Their Own Takeout Containers Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 8)
March 15, 2023 OR HB 5019 Appropriates $200 Million for Homelessness Prevention Measures and Expanded Shelter Capacity Bill Passed - House (49 - 10)
March 15, 2023 SC S 285 Expands "Academic Choice in Education" Program Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 9)
March 14, 2023 NM HB 207 Prohibits Discrimination on the Basis of Sex, Sexual Orientation, or Gender Identity Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 10)
March 14, 2023 NM HB 134 Requires Menstrual Products in Public School Products Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 13)
March 14, 2023 ID S 1130 Prohibits Employer Required COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 7)
March 14, 2023 TX SB 2 Classifies Illegal Voting as a Felony Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 12)
March 14, 2023 WI AB 69 Requires Armed School Resource Officers (SRO) in Schools with 25 Percent Incident Arrest Rates Bill Passed - House (59 - 36)
March 14, 2023 WI AB 69 Requires Armed School Resource Officers (SRO) in Schools with 25 Percent Incident Arrest Rates Bill Passed - House (59 - 36)
March 14, 2023 WI AB 53 Require Schools Report to Law Enforcement Data on Crimes and Incidents that Occur on Their Property Bill Passed - House (61 - 35)
March 14, 2023 WI AB 53 Require Schools Report to Law Enforcement Data on Crimes and Incidents that Occur on Their Property Bill Passed - House (61 - 35)
March 14, 2023 OK HB 2351 Authorizes the Insurance Department and the State Department of Health to Purchase Insulin at Discounted Prices Bill Passed - House (85 - 0)
March 13, 2023 NM SB 64 Prohibits Life Sentences for Juveniles Bill Passed - House (37 - 25)
March 13, 2023 GA HB 147 Requires All Schools Submit School Safety Plans and Active Shooter Drills Annually Bill Passed - Senate (52 - 3)
March 13, 2023 KY HB 236 Requires Public Pension Investments be based on Financial Risks and Returns not ESG Factors Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 5)
March 13, 2023 CO SB 23-168 Repeals Current Limits on Product Liability Actions Against Firearm Manufacturers Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 14)
March 12, 2023 NM HB 130 Extends Hours in the School Day and Number of Days in a School Year Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 6)
March 11, 2023 WV HB 2218 Increases Penalties for Distracted Driving Concurrence Vote Passed - House (89 - 8)
March 11, 2023 WV SB 740 Increases Lawmakers Compensation to Equal 75% of the Per Capita Income in West Virginia Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (25 - 7)
March 11, 2023 WV HB 3354 Authorizes Municipalities to Combine Operations with Other Municipalities Concurrence Vote Passed - House (81 - 54)
March 10, 2023 WV SB 740 Increases Lawmakers Compensation to Equal 75% of the Per Capita Income in West Virginia Bill Passed - House (54 - 43)
March 10, 2023 WV SB 608 Amends the Definition for What is Considered a "Deadly Weapon" Bill Passed - House (92 - 3)
March 10, 2023 National S 619 COVID-19 Origin Act of 2023 Bill Passed - House (419 - 0)
March 10, 2023 CO SB 23-093 Prohibits Annual Medical Debt Interest from Exceeding 3% Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 9)
March 10, 2023 NM HB 306 Prohibits Purchasing a Firearm for Someone Who is Not Allowed or Intends to Use it in a Crime Bill Passed - House (62 - 3)
March 10, 2023 NM SB 13 Establishes State Protections for Abortions and Gender Affirming Healthcare Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 16)
March 9, 2023 WV HB 2218 Increases Penalties for Distracted Driving Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 7)
March 9, 2023 IA SF 391 Reduces Student Second Language Requirements and Authorizes Teachers to Teach Multiple Subjects Bill Passed - House (62 - 34)
March 9, 2023 ME LD 632 Alleges Support for the People of Ukraine on the One Year Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (27 - 4)
Date No. Title Outcome
3/21 HB 2546 Prohibits Instruction on Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation in Public School Bill Passed - House (79 - 19)
3/21 SB 482 Increases Annual Teacher Pay Bill Passed - Senate (42 - 1)
3/21 LD 5 Increases Maximum Income Threshold to Qualify for the Higher Opportunity for Pathways to Employment Program Bill Passed - House (81 - 58)
3/20 SB 44 Increases Penalties for Gang Recruitment Bill Passed - House (99 - 74)
3/20 A 4772 Specifies Circumstances in Which an Individual May Receive Unemployment Compensation Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 11)
3/20 S 1353 Exempts Certain Income and Resources in Determining Eligibility for Public Assistance Benefits Bill Passed - House (97 - 50)
3/20 SB 23-1196 Authorizes Individuals to Seek Legal Remedies for Breaches of the Colorado Youth Employment Opportunity Act of 1971 Bill Passed - House (44 - 18)
3/20 HB 3383 Expands the State Board of Education to Include a Representative for Classified Staff Bill Passed - House (45 - 12)
3/20 HB 23-1186 Authorizes Remote Participation in County Court Residential Eviction Filings Bill Passed - House (44 - 18)
3/20 SB 786 Requires Maryland Health Care Commission Ensure the Confidentiality of Data of Patients who have Obtained "Legally Protected Healthcare" Bill Passed - Senate (31 - 12)
3/20 S 3333 Prohibits Water Utility from Taking Certain Action if Utility Doesn't Sign Up for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program. Bill Passed - Senate (36 - 0)
3/20 HF 366 Prohibits State Extradition of Any Individual Seeking or Assisting in an Abortion Bill Passed - House (68 - 62)
3/20 HB 175 Expands Voting Rights for Student Members of Baltimore County Board of Education Bill Passed - House (98 - 33)
3/17 SB 13 Establishes State Protections for Abortions and Gender Affirming Healthcare Bill Passed - House (38 - 30)
3/17 SB 51 Authorizes Cost-Sharing Contributions for Prescription Drug Bill Passed - House (44 - 21)
3/17 SB 1 Prohibits the State from Cooperating with Out-of-State Abortion Lawsuits Bill Passed - House (43 - 7)
3/17 SB 859 Prohibits Requiring an Individual Give Testimony or Statements in Another State Regarding Their "Legally Protected Healthcare" Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 11)
3/17 HB 1 Establishes a State Private School Vouchers Program Bill Passed - House (83 - 27)
3/16 HB 538 Authorizes K-12 Schools to Establish Policies on When Disruptive Students can be Removed Concurrence Vote Passed - House (85 - 11)
3/16 SB 9 Increases Anti-Hazing Laws Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (30 - 4)
3/16 SB 229 Requires Interagency Communication and Agency Corporation During Child Abuse Cases Bill Passed - House (91 - 6)
3/16 HB 538 Authorizes K-12 Schools to Establish Policies on When Disruptive Students can be Removed Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 3)
3/16 HB 306 Prohibits Purchasing a Firearm for Someone Who is Not Allowed or Intends to Use it in a Crime Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 10)
3/16 HB 400 Establishes a Study on Whether a State Based Healthcare Option is Viable Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 15)
3/16 SB 16 Establishes a State Health Care Authority Department Bill Passed - House (43 - 23)
3/16 HB 262 Amends State Statute Laws to Add the Crime of Vehicular Homicide Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 2)
3/16 SB 272 Establishes a Parents Bill of Right's for Students in Public and Private Schools "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - Senate (14 - 10)
3/16 S 316 A bill to repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq. Cloture Invoked - Senate (68 - 27)
3/16 SB 1221 Amends Biometric Laws Regarding Fingerprinting Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 4)
3/16 SB 78 Amends Sentencing Guidelines for Weapons Charges Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 17)
3/16 HB 547 Prohibits School Districts from Punishing an Employee for Private Religious Expression Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 5)
3/16 SB 85 Increases Penalties for False Statements in Support of Extreme Risk Protection Rrders Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 17)
3/16 SB 1221 Amends Biometric Laws Regarding Fingerprinting Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 4)
3/16 S 72 Establishes a Constitutional Amendment to Protect the Right to an Adequate Education Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (35 - 0)
3/15 SB 80 Prohibits Registered Sex Offenders from Loitering or Operating a Mobile Business within 1,000 ft. of Schools, Daycares, and Public Playgrounds or Swimming Pools Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (32 - 2)
3/15 SB 9 Increases Anti-Hazing Laws Bill Passed - House (96 - 3)
3/15 SB 81 Authorizes Parental Review and Challenge of School Library Books and Curriculum Bill Passed - House (56 - 25)
3/15 SF 514 Restructures Iowa State Government Cabinet Positions Bill Passed - House (58 - 39)
3/15 SB 23-1006 Requires Employer Notification of Employee Income Tax Credit Eligibility Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 12)
3/15 SB 5 Requires School Boards Create a Systems to Respond to Complaints Over Sexually Explicit Materials in Public Schools. Bill Passed - House (80 - 18)
3/15 S 832 Exempts Runaway Youths From Being Able to Consent to Certain Medical Services Bill Passed - House (105 - 41)
3/15 SB 83 Expands Eligibility for Low-Income Student Scholarships Bill Passed - House (64 - 61)
3/15 HB 2001 Appropriates $200 Million for Affordable Housing Initiatives Bill Passed - House (50 - 9)
3/15 SB 523 Amends Medical Malpractice Rules Bill Passed - Senate (40 - 2)
3/15 SF 326 Increases Birth Control Restrictions for Minors Bill Passed - Senate (45 - 3)
3/15 SF 455 Amends Regulations Concerning Topsoil and Storm Water at Construction Sites Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 15)
3/15 SB 545 Requires the Oregon Health Authority to Adopt Rules Allowing Restaurants to Allow Consumers to Use Their Own Takeout Containers Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 8)
3/15 HB 5019 Appropriates $200 Million for Homelessness Prevention Measures and Expanded Shelter Capacity Bill Passed - House (49 - 10)
3/15 S 285 Expands "Academic Choice in Education" Program Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 9)
3/14 HB 207 Prohibits Discrimination on the Basis of Sex, Sexual Orientation, or Gender Identity Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 10)
3/14 HB 134 Requires Menstrual Products in Public School Products Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 13)
3/14 S 1130 Prohibits Employer Required COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 7)
3/14 SB 2 Classifies Illegal Voting as a Felony Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 12)
3/14 AB 69 Requires Armed School Resource Officers (SRO) in Schools with 25 Percent Incident Arrest Rates Bill Passed - House (59 - 36)
3/14 AB 69 Requires Armed School Resource Officers (SRO) in Schools with 25 Percent Incident Arrest Rates Bill Passed - House (59 - 36)
3/14 AB 53 Require Schools Report to Law Enforcement Data on Crimes and Incidents that Occur on Their Property Bill Passed - House (61 - 35)
3/14 AB 53 Require Schools Report to Law Enforcement Data on Crimes and Incidents that Occur on Their Property Bill Passed - House (61 - 35)
3/14 HB 2351 Authorizes the Insurance Department and the State Department of Health to Purchase Insulin at Discounted Prices Bill Passed - House (85 - 0)
3/13 SB 64 Prohibits Life Sentences for Juveniles Bill Passed - House (37 - 25)
3/13 HB 147 Requires All Schools Submit School Safety Plans and Active Shooter Drills Annually Bill Passed - Senate (52 - 3)
3/13 HB 236 Requires Public Pension Investments be based on Financial Risks and Returns not ESG Factors Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 5)
3/13 SB 23-168 Repeals Current Limits on Product Liability Actions Against Firearm Manufacturers Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 14)
3/12 HB 130 Extends Hours in the School Day and Number of Days in a School Year Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 6)
3/11 HB 2218 Increases Penalties for Distracted Driving Concurrence Vote Passed - House (89 - 8)
3/11 SB 740 Increases Lawmakers Compensation to Equal 75% of the Per Capita Income in West Virginia Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (25 - 7)
3/11 HB 3354 Authorizes Municipalities to Combine Operations with Other Municipalities Concurrence Vote Passed - House (81 - 54)
3/10 SB 740 Increases Lawmakers Compensation to Equal 75% of the Per Capita Income in West Virginia Bill Passed - House (54 - 43)
3/10 SB 608 Amends the Definition for What is Considered a "Deadly Weapon" Bill Passed - House (92 - 3)
3/10 S 619 COVID-19 Origin Act of 2023 Bill Passed - House (419 - 0)
3/10 SB 23-093 Prohibits Annual Medical Debt Interest from Exceeding 3% Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 9)
3/10 HB 306 Prohibits Purchasing a Firearm for Someone Who is Not Allowed or Intends to Use it in a Crime Bill Passed - House (62 - 3)
3/10 SB 13 Establishes State Protections for Abortions and Gender Affirming Healthcare Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 16)
3/09 HB 2218 Increases Penalties for Distracted Driving Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 7)
3/09 SF 391 Reduces Student Second Language Requirements and Authorizes Teachers to Teach Multiple Subjects Bill Passed - House (62 - 34)
3/09 LD 632 Alleges Support for the People of Ukraine on the One Year Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (27 - 4)
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