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2009 Election Recap

NCSL has a full recap of the 2009 election with two of our elections policy analysts and several pages of data that you might find useful. More

Leadership Answers

In every state legislature are men and women who lead their chambers and their state.  Here's a look into some of their thoughts and answers to our questions. More

Women's Legislative Network Events at Fall Forum

Join the Network in San Diego! Review our agenda and make your plans to attend the NCSL Fall Forum. More

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Indiana Voter ID Law Unconstitutional

Sept. 17, 2009
An Indiana Court of Appeals held the state's voter identification requirement unconstitutional today. A three-judge panel of the court unanimously held that law violates the state constitution's Equal Privileges and Immunities clause. More.

MA Senate Vacancy Bill Passes

Sept. 22, 2009

The Massachusetts Senate today passed HB 656, allowing the governor to appoint a temporary successor to fill the late Senator Edward Kennedy's vacant seat in the U.S. Senate until a special election is held on January 19.  It is expected that the governor will sign the bill tomorrow.

2009 Ballot Measures Preview

Voters in six states will consider a total of 26 statewide ballot questions on November 3.  High-profile issues include same-sex marriage, casinos and state revenue limits.  More.

2009 Ballot Measure Results

Nov. 4, 2009

Voters approved 21 of the 26 measures on statewide ballots yesterday.  There were few surprises, with Maine becoming the 30th state to say no to same-sex marriage, and all bond measures on the ballot passing.  One unexpected result was the vote on casino gambling in Ohio.  This was the fifth time since 1990 voters have considered casino gambling there, and for the first time, they voted yes.  More.

 

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