The Sixth Circuit web page lets anyone listen to recent oral arguments. Here is a link to the 35-minute argument in George v Hargett, 16-5563. This is the case over whether a 2014 amendment to the Tennessee Constitution passed. It … Continue reading
This Los Angeles Times article says four Democrats who are running for California Lieutenant Governor have raised at least $600,000 in campaign funds, and a fifth who might seek that office has raised $2.8 million. It also says, “So far, … Continue reading
As noted earlier, the Illinois legislature passed SB 1933 at the end of May, and sent it to Governor Bruce Rauner on June 29. It provides that election officials will register every adult citizen known to exist, unless the individual … Continue reading
The North Carolina re-convenes on Friday, August 18. According to this story, the legislature will take up not only redistricting, but other election law bills. This is good news for SB 656, the ballot access bill that has passed both … Continue reading
The Postal Service Reform Act of 2017, HB 756, would raise postage rates for political parties that are recognized by the Federal Election Commission as “national committees” and “state committees.” The bill passed the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee … Continue reading
