What happened on Monday, 15 January 2024
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House Bill 4720 targets veterans' affairs and security in West Virginia legislative session.
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Legislation mandates digital driver's licenses and ID cards for New Hampshire residents.
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New bill offers tuition and fee waivers for veterans with 50 percent or greater disabilities.
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Senate Bill 65-FN streamlines solar array permitting and eliminates unnecessary regulatory hurdles.
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
Council approves park enhancements and addresses shade structure locations amid communication concerns.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Regents heard an overview of reduced‑credit (90–96 hour) and three‑year baccalaureate models and the Higher Learning Commission's new guidance; no policy change was made, but the board agreed it will monitor incoming proposals and consider whether KBOR policy on the 120‑credit bachelor'degree requires amendment.
Appropriations, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Mississippi
Mississippi Department of Employment Security asked the Appropriations committee for $5 million to hire 40 'talent development specialists' to expand Wagner-Peyser employment services and to secure budget authority for roughly $141.7 million in FY26 activity; MDES cited strong retention metrics and anticipated demand from announced capital investments.
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Commission establishes regulations ensuring safety and fairness for all boxing matches in the state
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
A compact listing of motions and roll-call outcomes from the Jan. 15 Phoenix City Council meeting, including minutes approval, boards/commissions confirmations, consent agenda actions, vice mayor selection (7–1), ARPA shade-structure authorization, park improvements and land-use approvals.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Regents discuss funding strategy for Cessna Stadium renovation amid budget concerns.
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Local school boards must publicly discuss and vote to reject charitable donations.
Appropriations, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Mississippi
College presidents told the Appropriations committee they seek a 5% salary pool (~$23 million), $14 million for rising operations costs, sustained $5 million CTE Advantage funding and a $100 million facilities request to maintain growth in career-technical programs and keep tuition low.
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New Hampshire requires written parental consent for all school medical and dental treatments.
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Schools may secure donations and agreements for lifesaving medical supplies under new legislation.
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
Phoenix City Council approved an ARPA-funded sidewalk shade-structure design/build contract (item 63). Staff said eligibility narrowed sites to about 25% of the city footprint using four prioritization variables; several councilmembers, especially from District 5, raised concerns about communication and distribution of sites.
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Commission mandates skill, character, and safety compliance for combat sports licensing approvals.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The state audit identified implicit approvals in Wichita State’s Banner ERP, lack of policy for out‑of‑central finance approvers, and untimely or undocumented purchasing‑card reconciliations; the university said it is reconfiguring the ERP, drafting policy, enforcing purchasing‑card rules and reviewing central finance resources.
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Legislation outlines procedures for licensing and regulating mixed martial arts activities statewide.
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Senate Bill 28 establishes presumption for PTSD claims in emergency responders under workers' compensation.
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
Phoenix City Council voted 7–1 to name Councilwoman Anne O’Brien vice mayor; outgoing Vice Mayor Deborah Stark received extended praise for transportation and accessibility initiatives and said she is stepping down to attend to family matters.
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Senate Bill 34 mandates parental consent for each new Medicaid service provided to students.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Wichita State asked the committee to permit replacing part of tax‑exempt bonds for the Digital Research & Transformation Hub (DIRF) with taxable bonds so private firms may lease research space; Kansas Development Finance Authority said the change is required to address tax compliance, adding about $138,000 to annual debt service, which university officials said rental revenue would cover.
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Commission intends to draft regulations aligning with recognized boxing and martial arts bodies
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Commission sets public hearing date for 2 lot resubdivision at 53 McDermott Avenue.
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New rules improve boxing safety and establish licensing fees in West Virginia.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Internal audit leaders from Kansas State, Emporia State and Fort Hays told the Regents’ fiscal committee they are operating with small teams (some with one to three staff), have carryover audits and are prioritizing high‑risk areas; the committee asked for benchmarking of staffing across the six state universities.
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New legislation aims to penalize violations by third-party benefit assistance firms for veterans.
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Committee will study potential consolidation to twelve school administrative units statewide
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The committee recommended a uniform market‑rate tuition of $300 per credit hour for a six‑credit 'foundations in structured literacy' course developed by state universities, with planners estimating roughly 5,500–6,500 participants under the Senate Bill 438 blueprint.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
A Torrington commissioner raised concerns about a property on Grant Street with vehicles and apparent dismantling of cars; staff said the case is on the enforcement list and will be reviewed with the assistant planner next week.
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Commission regulates licensing and management of boxing and sparring matches statewide
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New Hampshire prohibits compensation for veterans benefits referrals and mandates written service agreements.
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Committee will review laws and identify gaps in regulations for animal boarding facilities
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The commission scheduled public hearings for a 2‑lot resubdivision at 53 McDermott Ave (Feb. 12), a retaining‑wall special exception at 113 Richard Rd (Feb. 12), and proposed zoning amendments including changes to nonconforming uses, excavations and multifamily conversion (Feb. 26).
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Senate Bill 66-FN enacts regulations on third-party veterans claims services and compensation.
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New regulations require boxing and MMA officials to establish skill, character, and compliance.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Wichita State asked the Board of Regents’ fiscal committee to recommend legislative authorization of up to $60 million to fund the final phase of a multi‑phase replacement of Cessna Stadium. University officials said trustees, local partners and donations would cover most debt service and that construction would not proceed without firm pledge commitments.
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Commission will issue rules for licensing and regulation of mixed martial arts events.
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Commissioner may increase pediatric care beds based on assessment by June 30, 2026.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The commission tabled site plan #1551 for 114 Old Winstead Road after a preliminary presentation by applicant Keith Bodwell highlighting demolition of an existing dwelling and proposed warehouse construction; commissioners requested further department comments, screening and landscaping clarifications.
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Legislature introduces bill on criminal record disclosure for child care licensing in New Hampshire
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Senate Bill 31-FN establishes apprentice guide license requirements and accountability measures for guides.
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State agencies to implement incentives for recruitment and retention of critically understaffed employees
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New law requires 45-day background checks for child care workers to ensure safety.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The Torrington Planning & Zoning Commission approved site plan #1547 on Jan. 15 to add an 18x24 detached structure containing a 400‑sq‑ft accessory dwelling unit at 442 High Street, subject to conditions including a sanitary sewer connection and verification of an 8‑ft setback.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
BASC introduces new provost Monica Lautenburg following Shirley Lefevre's retirement.
Roseville, Placer County, California
Roseville proposes legislative changes to enhance municipal water systems and electric reliability amid wildfires.
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New Senate Bill 22-FN allows state police to provide criminal histories for child care applicants.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
After a detailed walkthrough of the AY2025 performance-report template and rubric, the BASC tabled further action to its next meeting to allow members more time to review scoring details and documentation requirements.
Bibb County, Georgia
At a work session, Macon-Bibb GIS staff described plans for a high-resolution county street-scan, continued enterprise support with Esri, address-correction efforts and field tools for emergency response; staff offered to confirm coverage for constituent requests.
Osage Beach, Camden County, Missouri
The board unanimously passed the variance request following no opposition or further discussion.
Roseville, Placer County, California
Council read a resolution on Jan. 15 commending Mark Walensky for 25 years with Roseville's government-affairs program; colleagues, state and federal office representatives and local partners offered remarks and presented certificates of appreciation.
Bibb County, Georgia
The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved alcohol-license transfers for two convenience-store locations and moved an appointment to the River Ridge Behavioral Health Community Service Board to the consent agenda, after brief discussion and staff recommendations.
Osage Beach, Camden County, Missouri
The Osage Beach Board of Adjustment approved Case 353, granting Daniel and Susan McCurley a variance to allow a garage 13.85 feet from the front property line at 1 Summit Circle; the motion passed with four affirmative votes, meeting the 80% threshold required by RSMo.
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New Hampshire Trust Code amendments clarify trustee discretion and limitations on beneficiary interests.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The BASC approved KU’s changes to guaranteed-admission criteria — a Feb. 1 guaranteed-application deadline, an ACT test pathway raised to 24 with minimum GPA 2.5, and a GPA-based route lowered from 3.25 to 3.0 — after debate about retention and recruitment.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The Board of Regents’ BASC approved Washburn University’s new four‑semester, fully online Master of Science in medical dosimetry, which presenters said fills a statewide and regional gap and prepares graduates for licensure.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Smart Kansas 21 project funds scholarships and internships for future educators in Kansas.
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New Hampshire proposes legislation limiting trustee discretion and clarifying beneficiary entitlements.
Roseville, Placer County, California
At a Jan. 15 special workshop, Roseville staff and outside lobbyists outlined proposed changes to the city's 2025 legislative platform, including new language on ballot-measure advocacy, lead-service-line validation, wildfire water-resilience and energy-market readiness; staff will return a final platform to council in March.
2025 Legislature MO, Missouri
Senator from Lawrence introduced a resolution to amend Rule 96 to permit live streaming of Senate sessions, saying constituents would appreciate direct access; the resolution was printed in the journal for further consideration.
Roseville, Placer County, California
Sarah Madison nominates grandfather FC Rocky Rockham for park naming to honor his legacy.
2025 Legislature MO, Missouri
On Jan. 14 the Missouri Senate introduced dozens of bills — from biometric privacy and veterans' small-business support to measures on reading instruction and workforce housing incentives — most sent forward without floor debate or explanation.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Fort Hays plans to increase nursing student admissions from 90 to 120 annually by 2025.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
University staff prepares to enforce Stop Campus Hazing Act through training and policy updates.
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Senate Bill 67 establishes 90-day limit for resolving service payment disputes in New Hampshire.
Roseville, Placer County, California
Roseville City Council honored Janice Cervantes for 26 years in public works and Lisa Gist for 19 years in finance and operations; both received commendations and brief remarks at the Jan. 15 meeting.
2025 Legislature MO, Missouri
The Missouri Senate unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 19 on Jan. 14, 2025, reducing total committee slots from 149 to 140 and reassigning several policy areas, including moving workforce development out of education and renaming 'Health and Welfare' to 'Families, Seniors and Health.'
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Wichita State University achieves milestone with largest industry contract in history for aircraft development.
Appropriations, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Mississippi
Courtney Taylor, executive director of Accelerate Mississippi, told the Appropriations subcommittee the office requests $5.3 million for FY26 to support Talent Solutions, data systems and day-to-day operations, including $500,000 to improve a unified data-management user experience; the office did not request additional career coaches.
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New Hampshire's SB 67 aims to resolve workers' compensation payment disputes with minimal fiscal impact.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The board awarded a contract to CBIS for compensation consulting and expects preliminary information in March after an anticipated eight‑week engagement; the work is intended to inform the board's routine June review of compensation structures.
Roseville, Placer County, California
A Roseville resident told the city council the mural in the Maidu Community Center senior lounge was painted over during the holiday closure; he said a professional photograph is at the Maidu Indian Museum but that a photo "is not the same thing as a mural."
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Senate Bill 55 offers temporary land use change tax exemptions for qualifying housing projects.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Campus presenters reported on capital projects and program expansions (Fort Hays nursing wing, Pittsburg State prove‑out facility), major research partnerships at Wichita State tied to DOD and industry, and measurable student‑success gains after implementing the NIST Playbook and need‑based aid.
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Healthcare facilities required to report workplace violence incidents monthly to Department of Labor
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Wichita State police and civil‑rights staff told the Board of Regents they expanded active‑shooter training, implemented a campuswide lockdown system and license‑plate recognition, and are preparing a large mass‑casualty exercise with federal and local partners; CTAC staff also outlined implementation of the Stop Campus Hazing Act and appeals procedures for Title IX investigations.
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Senate Bill 70-FN aims to establish mobile driver's licenses and non-driver ID systems.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
At its January meeting the Board of Regents approved prior meeting minutes and authorized the board president to execute a contract with Wichita State to convert structured‑literacy course designs into deliverable materials, a contract the board was told could cost up to $336,000 plus $25,000 a year for four years.
Roseville, Placer County, California
Residents of the Terraces of Roseville asked the City Council to place a fee-waiver or refund request on a future agenda so they can appeal a Planning Commission approval for a building adjacent to their senior living facility, and raised safety concerns citing roughly 200 residents and heavy traffic near Sunrise Avenue.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The Kansas Board of Regents voted to advance $60 million in bonding authority for Wichita State's stadium project, approved a unified market rate tuition of $300 per credit for a new 6‑credit structured‑literacy course (SB 438 context), and approved two campus naming requests by voice vote.
Big Horn County, Montana
The board unanimously approved Resolution 2026-13 appointing Assistant Attorney General Angie Rolando as a special deputy county attorney to assist with sentencing in an elder-exploitation prosecution (State v. Blair); the resolution notes the prior prosecutor had retired and that the AG’s Elder Justice Prosecutor will charge no attorney fees.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Board members discussed refining the 'faculty of the year' recognition by separating tenured and non‑tenure‑track faculty and considering a separate staff award; members asked staff to supply counts and a proposal for a first read in February and final action in March.
Big Horn County, Montana
The commissioners unanimously approved an AIA A101 contract with TW Ridley LLC to remodel the county courtroom; the contract lists a contract sum of $504,780 and references Schutz Foss Architects as architect.
Roseville, Placer County, California
The Roseville City Council on Jan. 15 adopted Resolution No. 25-9 to approve names for three neighborhood parks and four dog parks, including Lower Bank Park and Silver Spruce Park and commemorative names proposed to honor late community members and retired police K‑9s.
Big Horn County, Montana
The Big Horn County Board unanimously approved a $293,600 federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) planning grant and accepted a $73,400 local match to develop a countywide transportation safety action plan over a 48-month period.