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Acton urges quick passage of Texas energy bill focused on grid reliability
Texas Gov. David Acton called on lawmakers to pass an energy bill he said would speed permitting, support dispatchable power and bolster grid security without new taxes or spending.
PoliticsActon says Texas education law is moving into implementation ahead of 2026 school year
Governor David Acton said Texas has begun implementing the TRECS Act, a school law focused on reading instruction, student screening, teacher training and classroom discipline.
PoliticsPeniamina casts election as choice between “forward or backward” in closing argument
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina used his closing campaign message to frame the election as a stark choice on voting rights, abortion and wages, urging supporters to turn out on Election Day.
PoliticsPeniamina closes campaign with turnout appeal ahead of Election Day
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina used a final pre-Election Day message to urge supporters to vote, framing the race as a decision about jobs, healthcare and the country’s future.
PoliticsPeniamina promotes “Family First” plan centered on rent caps, wage hike and drug costs
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina released an economic plan that calls for capping rent increases, raising the federal minimum wage and lowering some prescription drug costs.
PoliticsPeniamina renews healthcare platform with Medicare, Medicaid and drug price pledges
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina said he would protect Medicare, expand Medicaid, cap prescription drug prices and pursue a public option, according to a campaign press release.
PoliticsPeniamina renews pledge to sign PRO Act and back $17 federal minimum wage
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina said he would sign the PRO Act on his first day in office, raise the federal minimum wage to $17, and end the tipped subminimum wage.
PoliticsPeniamina rolls out “Family First” economic plan focused on rent, wages and drug costs
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina released an economic plan centered on capping rent increases, lifting the federal minimum wage to $17 and raising taxes on corporations and the wealthy.
PoliticsPeniamina unveils healthcare platform centered on Medicare, Medicaid and drug price caps
Democratic presidential nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina said he would protect Medicare, expand Medicaid, cap some drug costs and pursue a public option, according to a campaign press release.
PoliticsPeniamina says he would sign PRO Act, back $17 minimum wage on first day
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina said he would sign the PRO Act on his first day in office, raise the federal minimum wage to $17, and end the tipped subminimum wage.
PoliticsPeniamina releases education plan centered on teacher pay, school funding and debt relief
Democratic presidential nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina proposed a national education agenda including higher teacher pay, more school funding, broader pre-K and student debt relief for teachers and public workers.
PoliticsMontgomery names North Dakota Senator Bob Hastings as running mate
Elise Montgomery said she has chosen Sen. Bob Hastings of North Dakota as her vice presidential pick, presenting the veteran lawmaker as an experienced governing partner with military and energy credentials.
PoliticsRepublicans set April 23 convention in Pittsburgh, with focus on crime, religious freedom and immigration
A party press release says Republicans will hold their national convention in Pittsburgh on April 23, with presumptive nominee Elise Montgomery emphasizing crime, religious freedom and immigration.
PoliticsPeniamina praises Senator Jon Steele after end of presidential campaign
Democratic nominee Paletuatoa Peniamina issued a statement thanking Senator Jon Steele for his service and describing his former rival’s campaign as dignified and focused on policy.
PoliticsSteele ends presidential bid and backs Peniamina after early primary losses
Jon Steele said he is withdrawing from the presidential race and endorsing newcomer Paletuatoa Peniamina after losses in Nevada and South Carolina, reshaping the Democratic contest.
PoliticsGovernor Montgomery Signs Kansas Values Protection Act into Law
Governor Elise Montgomery has signed the Kansas Values Protection Act, emphasizing its significance amid her presidential campaign. The law passed along party lines.
PoliticsSteele Vows to Continue Presidential Campaign After Narrow New Hampshire Loss
Jon Steele, U.S. Senator from Florida, pledges to persist in his presidential campaign despite a narrow defeat in the New Hampshire primary by just over 10,000 votes.
PoliticsGovernor Drayton Withdraws from Presidential Race, Endorses Montgomery
Governor Sam Drayton has withdrawn from the Presidential election following losses in Iowa and New Hampshire, endorsing Governor Elise Montgomery as the presumptive nominee.
PoliticsFinal Push in New Hampshire Presidential Primary
Senator Jon Steele emphasizes optimism for the New Hampshire primary despite a setback in Iowa, highlighting his campaign's final efforts as the deadline approaches.
PoliticsPeniamina Champions Labor Rights in Detroit, Promises to Sign PRO Act
Paletuatoa Peniamina declared support for labor rights in Detroit, pledging to sign the PRO Act and protect collective bargaining for workers.
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