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In this issue of Capitol to Capitol, the House passes the American Dream and Promise Act of 2019, President Trump signs disaster aid package, and more.
The 2019 legislative staff nominating committee is seeking nominations for legislative staff to serve on the Executive Committee for conference year August 2019-2020. The deadline for nominations is Friday, June 21.
This year’s Legislative Summit is shaping up to be one of the best yet. With over 100 sessions to choose from, skills and leadership development, networking opportunities, and great food with a side of country music, you won’t want to miss it. Register today!
NCSL tracks states' enactment of their FY 2020 budgets. Forty-six states begin fiscal year (FY) 2020 on July 1, 2019. As of June 12, 31 states have enacted a budget for FY 2020. Three states enacted a biennial budget during the 2018 legislative session.
Enacted FY 2020 Budget
Biennial Budget Enacted in 2018
Late Budget
Session Extended or Special Session to Resolve Budget
Awaiting Governor's Action
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The May-June issue examines free tuition programs, actions states are taking to combat the toll of Alzheimer's, the battle over online gambling and state action on capital punishment. This issue also celebrates Legislative Staff Week.
Divided into three major sections, the legislation would establish a pathway to citizenship for hundreds of thousands of individuals with, or who have had, deferred deportation status.