States all have unique attributes, issues and problems, yet many commonalities. One of the most fiercely debated concepts in American politics is the issue of states rights versus federal powers. This debate anchors a slew of hot-button topics including immigration, health care, commerce, and more. This section will aim to cover issues specific to states and continue such debate transparently here at Independent Voter Network.
The California budget is 5.6% larger this year, no doubt surprising Californians who assumed budget cuts would mean a smaller budget
Predatory banking practices include harsher rules for minorities, not providing translators, and making immigrants follow rules not required for others.
The ban of nativity scenes on public land in Santa Monica has forced many to evaluate what public land should be able to used for.
The Washington Post calls on lawmakers to support wind power and expressed concern about expiration of wind power tax credits.
Today, both houses of the California State Legislature passed a spending plan totaling $92.1 billion for the next fiscal year. By passing the state budget on a near party-line vote, minus a select few Democrats that voted nay, Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg and Assembly Speaker John Perez are now able to send the final budget along to Governor Jerry Brown for approval. Today, both houses of the California State Legislature passed a spending plan totaling $92.1 billion for the next fiscal year. By passing the state budget on a near party-line vote, minus a select few Democrats that voted nay, Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg and Assembly Speaker John Perez are now able to send the final budget along to Governor Jerry Brown for approval.
How aware are you of the veritable journey of a California budget bill? We’ve simplified the state budget process into ten steps, which when considered perhaps answers the question, “What’s the hold up?!”
Both former Maine Gov. Angus King and Woods, Chairman of the Yarmouth Town Council, are running as independents. Woods’ proposal contends that neither candidate will play the “spoiler” in November.
