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It was once pretty clear: there were some actions that cities and towns could take, and other things that could only be done at the state level. Likewise, while the Constitution reserves some powers to the states, others are the domain of Congress alone.
Little is cast in stone yet, but it appears that Massachusetts voters in November will weigh in on several diverse matters, from raising the minimum wage to taxing “millionaires” to defining the rights of the transgender population.
The start of spring finds the Vermont Statehouse deep into its legislative agenda. Governor Phil Scott (R) has enacted a series of reforms on gun control that have passed through the House and the Senate, while other issues, such as paid leave and tax reform, continue to undergo debate and deliberation.
In an odd twist on convention, Bridgeport, Connecticut will hold a Democratic primary election after next week’s general election.
Two years ago, control of only one state legislature flipped from one party to another. This year saw more changes, some of them surprising and some less so.
