#FederalPolicy

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1 week ago

Appropriations committee reallocates positions, cites federal SNAP match cut The committee approved multiple reallocations and position transfers to respond to a federal cut in the SNAP administrative match rate from 50% to 25%, saying the changes are necessary to continue program operations despite minority concern about long‑term funding effects.

Maine lawmakers are scrambling to adjust the SNAP program budget after a drastic federal cut, sparking a heated debate over the future of food assistance in the state.

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#ME #BudgetReallocation #CitizenPortal #FoodSecurity #MaineFoodAssistance #FederalPolicy

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 week ago

Counties ask Legislature to shield property taxpayers from SNAP cost shifts tied to HR 1 Senate File 4359 would cap county administrative cost shares and ask the state to absorb a new SNAP benefit cost share created by federal HR 1. County witnesses said the combined changes could require large levy increases; the committee laid the bill over.

Senate File 4359 aims to protect Minnesota property taxpayers from a potential $136 million annual hit due to costly federal SNAP changes.

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#MN #MinnesotaCountyTaxpayers #CitizenPortal #LocalGovernance #FederalPolicy #PublicFunding

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Patricia Kefalas Dudek (Patti)

@patriciadudek.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

A federal judge heard arguments as Minnesota fights the Trump administration’s withholding of ~$259M in Medicaid funding, saying it violated due process.
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#Medicaid #FederalPolicy #HealthLaw

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 month ago

NCSL expert: federal OB3 will require big system changes and could cause coverage churn without careful state planning Catherine Costanza of the National Conference of State Legislatures told a Minnesota House committee that the 2026 federal law (referred to in the hearing as OB3/HR1) shortens retroactive eligibility, requires more frequent redeterminations and adds work/community engagement rules for expansion enrollees; she urged stronger data connections, noted federal grants and a 90% match for system upgrades, and warned of implementation challenges and potential coverage losses.

Major changes to Medicaid eligibility are on the horizon, but without careful planning, states could face significant coverage losses.

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#MN #CommunityEngagement #MinnesotaHealthcare #CitizenPortal #MedicaidReform #FederalPolicy

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A Dandelion

@onedandelion.bsky.social

1 month ago

2/22/26
🚨“forget about separation of church and state."💥
#ChristianNationalism isn't fringe anymore, it's #federalpolicy. We break down the players, the playbook, and what happens when the government decides whose God counts.
🎥 MS NOW🔗
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Citizen Portal News New Hampshire

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1 month ago

Finance committee divided over restoring SNAP administrative funds after federal changes; ITL motion passes Members debated House Bill 17 50, which would restore state funding for SNAP administrative costs following a federal shift in HR1; proponents warned that failing to fund could lead to higher future penalties, opponents cited unused emergency funds and argued benefits would not be affected immediately. The committee voted to make the bill inexpedient to legislate.

In a heated debate, New Hampshire's Finance Committee voted against restoring crucial SNAP funding, raising concerns about the future costs of federal changes.

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#NH #AdministrativeCosts #CitizenPortal #BudgetaryImpact #NewHampshireSNAP #FederalPolicy

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Citizen Portal News Arizona

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1 month ago

Mohave County approves draft comment letter urging protection of local Colorado River water interests The board approved, in principle, a draft comment letter to the Bureau of Reclamation’s post‑2026 Colorado River EIS that calls on Reclamation to uphold the Colorado River Compact and to protect Mohave County allocations; staff will finalize the letter and submit comments before the March 2, 2026 deadline.

Mohave County is taking a stand for local water rights, urging federal authorities to uphold the Colorado River Compact and protect vital resources for our communities!

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#MohaveCounty #AZ #WaterConservation #CitizenPortal #MohaveCountyWater #CommunityInput #FederalPolicy

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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1 month ago

Commissioners approve 2026 federal agenda as staff and lobbyist urge focus on FEMA reform and veterans clinic transport The board approved a modified 2026 federal legislative agenda after hearing from federal lobbyist Greg Burns about a $37M FEMA reimbursement, proposed FEMA reforms that could raise per‑capita disaster thresholds, offshore leasing risks for the Eastern Gulf, and debate over keeping local VA clinic access on the agenda after the relocation to Northport.

Charlotte County commissioners are taking a stand on crucial federal reforms that could impact disaster relief funding and veteran transportation—find out what this means for the community!

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#CharlotteCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #DisasterRelief #VeteransAccess #FederalPolicy

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Citizen Portal News Nebraska

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2 months ago

Council places on file resolution urging Omaha delegation on HR 5356 after members call it premature Council placed on file (5–2) a proposed resolution asking Nebraska’s congressional delegation to support HR 5356 — a proposal to charter a national infrastructure bank — after multiple council members said it was premature for the council to take a position on a bill still in multiple committees.

Omaha’s council just voted to place a resolution urging support for a national infrastructure bank on hold, with members raising concerns over its timing and potential federal overreach.

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#DouglasCounty #NE #CitizenPortal #LocalGovernance #FederalPolicy

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Carrie Gillispie

@carriegill.bsky.social

2 months ago

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❗ Register for our webinar WEDNESDAY on how #HHS policy changes have affected Americans with disabilities over the past year.
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#Disability #DisabilityRights #PublicHealth #Disabilities #DisabilityPolicy #HumanServices #FederalPolicy #PublicPolicy

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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2 months ago

Vermont regulators brief Senate committee on federal cannabis rescheduling, urge regional planning Legislative counsel Tucker Anderson and Cannabis Control Board chair James Pepper told the Senate Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs committee that a Dec. 18 executive order accelerating federal rescheduling and proposed limits on CBD products could reshape Vermont’s market; they urged outreach to neighboring states and creation of an exploratory commission to consider interstate compacts and banking options.

Vermont is on high alert as federal actions could dramatically reshape its cannabis market, raising questions about how to protect local growers from out-of-state competition.

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#VT #MarketRegulation #InterstateCompact #FederalPolicy #VermontCannabis #CitizenPortal

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Citizen Portal News Maine

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2 months ago

Maine cannabis regulators brief committee on federal rescheduling and hemp rule changes Office of Cannabis Policy officials told a legislative committee the December executive order directing rescheduling to Schedule III begins an administrative process that could bring federal tax relief to cannabis operators, while federal hemp changes will require FDA/HHS rulemaking and may constrain some full‑spectrum CBD products.

Maine's cannabis regulators are eyeing a significant shift that could bring federal tax relief and redefine hemp regulations—are you ready for the changes ahead?

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#ME #FederalPolicy #HempRegulations #TaxReform #MaineCannabis #CitizenPortal

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Citizen Portal News North Carolina

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2 months ago

Alamance County officials warn federal HR1 changes could cut local SNAP and Medicaid funding Department of Social Services Director Candice Goble told the board HR1 policy changes — expanded work requirements, changes to noncitizen eligibility and a reduced SNAP administrative match — will increase county workloads and could reduce local revenues by roughly $890,000 next fiscal year; statewide cost-sharing provisions could expose North Carolina to much larger liabilities.

Alamance County faces a potential $890,000 revenue drop next fiscal year due to new federal HR1 rules affecting SNAP and Medicaid, putting vital services at risk.

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#AlamanceCounty #NC #FederalPolicy #BudgetChallenges #SocialServices #CitizenPortal

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Citizen Portal News California

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2 months ago

Del Norte supervisors express opposition to offshore drilling but opt to monitor federal action Supervisors discussed whether to adopt a resolution opposing offshore oil and gas leasing in federal waters, considered joining regional coalitions, and agreed by consensus to oppose offshore drilling in principle while directing staff to monitor BOEM and federal processes and return with updates.

Del Norte County supervisors have taken a stand against offshore drilling, agreeing to oppose it while keeping a close eye on federal actions—what's next for this coastal community?

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#DelNorteCounty #CA #EnvironmentalProtection #FederalPolicy #CommunityInvolvement

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MichBio

@michbio.bsky.social

2 months ago

Predictability matters for innovation. BIO is calling for federal policies that support long-term investment, scientific progress, and patient impact.

🔗 https://ow.ly/ua5n50XWSaR

#FederalPolicy #Innovation #LifeSciencesAdvocacy

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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2 months ago

Common Good Vermont asks legislature for technical assistance funding to stabilize nonprofits facing federal funding shifts Common Good Vermont requested $295,665 one-time and $267,777 ongoing to provide triage, legal and shared-services support to nonprofits statewide. United Way and other partners backed the proposal; legislators asked about selection criteria and vetting of politically active organizations.

Common Good Vermont is pushing for crucial funding to help nonprofits weather federal funding cuts and strengthen their operations—will the legislature step up?

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#VT #NonprofitSupport #GrantManagement #FederalPolicy #CitizenPortal #VermontNonprofits

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A Dandelion

@onedandelion.bsky.social

3 months ago

#FederalPolicy explained:

1. #FederalAgents never shoot warning shot
2. #FederalAgents shoot into a car + at a person, not at a car
3. #FederalAgents only when eminent threat of
death
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A Dandelion

@onedandelion.bsky.social

3 months ago

#FederalPolicy explained:

1. #FederalAgents never shoot warning shot
2. #FederalAgents shoot into a car + at a person, not at a car
3. #FederalAgents only when eminent threat of
death
👇
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A Dandelion

@onedandelion.bsky.social

3 months ago

#FederalPolicy:

1. #FederalAgents never shoot warning shot
2. #FederalAgents shoot into a car + at a person, not at a car
3. #FederalAgents only when eminent threat of death

👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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3 months ago

Multiple states have banned gender-affirming care, now there's a move to create a national ban - QnotesCarolinas.com Trump‑era federal move to block Medicaid/Medicare gender‑affirming care for trans minors sparks ACLU lawsuits and nationwide backlash.

NEWS - HHS Director and congressional representatives introduced legislation to bar gender-affirming care for minors. Read more at link👇

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#TransYouthRights #GenderAffirmingCare #ACLU #HealthcareJustice #LGBTQ #MedicaidBan #FederalPolicy #TransHealth #ProtectTransKids #HumanRights

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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3 months ago

Comerford warns federal cuts could strain services, outlines rainy-day fund and relief measures Sen. Comerford told constituents federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid risk tens to hundreds of thousands in lost benefits, described closeout supplemental spending (including $234 million for strained hospitals) and said the state's rainy-day balance is about $8.9 billion as budget planning for FY27 begins.

Sen. Joe Comerford warns that upcoming federal budget changes could leave Massachusetts residents facing significant hardships, including potential loss of vital SNAP and Medicaid benefits.

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#MA #CommunitySupport #FederalPolicy #HealthCare #CitizenPortal

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CCEDA

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3 months ago

Federal Friday (12/18/25) – CCEDA CCEDA serves as a clearinghouse of information and public policy advocacy for California economic development nonprofits, including Community Development Corporations, Community Action Agencies, and…

And that wraps up this weeks Federal Friday! Please check out our full post on cceda.com/federal-frid...! Follow us @cceda.social Federal Fridays and other news in economic development!

#publicpolicy #federalpolicy #nationalparks #communityeconomicdevelopment

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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3 months ago

Staff warns HUD rule change may reduce Clark County permanent supportive housing funding by tens of beds County staff told council that new HUD rules limiting spending on permanent supportive housing to 30% of Continuum of Care funds could jeopardize about $2.1 million previously used for long-term supportive housing and cost Clark County roughly 50–56 permanent supportive housing beds.

A recent policy shift from HUD threatens to slash Clark County's funding for permanent supportive housing, potentially costing the community up to 56 essential beds.

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#ClarkCounty #WA #CommunitySupport #ClarkCountyHousing #FederalPolicy #AffordableHousing #CitizenPortal

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Transgender federal worker sues Trump-Vance admin over bathroom ban - QnotesCarolinas.com A class action lawsuit challenges the Trump-Vance ban on transgender federal employees using restrooms matching their gender identity.

NEWS - Civilian employee of Illinois National Guard filed a class action lawsuit in federal court. Read more at link👇

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#TransRightsAreHumanRights #LGBTQNews #ACLU #TitleVII #CivilRights #EqualityNow #TransJustice #ProtectTransWorkers #FederalPolicy #BreakingNews

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Citizen Portal News Wyoming

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4 months ago

Governor’s office seeks $1M boost for federal natural resource account and IT licensing The governor’s office asked the committee to add $1 million to the Federal Natural Resource Policy Account (FERNAPA) for litigation and response work, and requested $100,000 for Salesforce licenses plus TRP, transition and wild‑horse management carryovers.

The governor’s office is pushing for a $1 million boost to tackle critical federal natural resource challenges and enhance IT capabilities—could this reshape Wyoming's resource management?

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#WY #FederalPolicy #WildlifeManagement #CitizenPortal #LitigationSupport

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Citizen Portal News Illinois

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4 months ago

Moline Council endorses expanded food-voucher program; city attorney warns new federal verification rules complicate federal funding City staff outlined a two-event food voucher distribution (November and Dec. 13) to help roughly 125 families per event with $25,000 in city funding and a 10% Hy-Vee match; city counsel said a July 2025 policy change rescinded an attorney-general exemption, prompting the city to reduce federal funding exposure to avoid verification liabilities.

Moline City is stepping up to support families in need with a food-voucher program this November and December, but recent federal changes may complicate funding efforts.

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#MolineCityRockIsland #IL #FederalPolicy #CitizenPortal #CommunityAssistance #FoodSecurity #MolineCity

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Citizen Portal News Mississippi

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4 months ago

Superintendent: USDE notices program transfers, MDE to monitor and support districts Superintendent Doctor Evans told the board that USDE notified states of program management transfers to other federal agencies but subsequently confirmed core responsibilities remain with USDE; Evans said MDE will keep districts informed and monitor federal activity.

Superintendent Doctor Evans reveals critical updates from the U.S. Department of Education that could reshape how elementary and secondary programs are managed—what does this mean for local districts?

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#MS #FederalPolicy #CitizenPortal #DistrictSupport #EducationReform

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Citizen Portal News Oregon

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4 months ago

OEA says Oregon avoiding recession for now; recent one‑time corporate payments lift near‑term revenue outlook Office of Economic Analysis told the joint revenue committees that the Oregon and national economies are decelerating but not in recession, that a 2026 reacceleration is projected, and that a recent influx of corporate tax payments — largely settling prior years — accounts for most of a near‑term improvement in the revenue forecast.

Oregon is steering clear of recession, but with economic growth slowing and corporate tax payments boosting the near-term outlook, what lies ahead for 2026?

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#OR #FederalPolicy #EconomicOutlook

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Dr. Frisky Whisky McThicky, Ball Knower

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4 months ago

🚨🚨🚨 “11/18/2025 This isn't a restructure. It's a reallocation strategy that weakens a major civil-rights-driven federal agency. Watch the hands, not the headlines. #EducationCrisis #DepartmentOfEducation #FederalPolicy #CivilRightsInSchools #StopTheDismantling”

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