Voting Amendments (HB209)
This bill creates a two-track voting system, that would start in November 2026. When registering or voting, individuals can choose to show proof of U.S. citizenship. Those who do not will only be able to vote in federal races, while those who provide proof can vote in all races. Election officials must check records for possible noncitizens, notify them, and remove them from the rolls if citizenship isn’t proven within 30 days. Voters can resolve issues or provide proof so their provisional ballots are counted before results are finalized. The bill also updates voter registration forms, ballots, and privacy rules.
2026
Utah
Signature Gathering and Verification Amendments (HB32)
This bill updates Utah’s citizen-driven petition collecting process by standardizing verification forms, requiring signature gatherers to complete online training, and mandating that county clerks notify signers by email and text if their signatures are verified. The bill allows petitions to use a QR code to link to the full text of a proposed law, updates the format of signature sheets, and removes the option to provide an email address. It also ensures sponsors cannot obscure voter information and requires county clerks to keep petition packets for at least 22 months, while reporting statistics, instead of sending every packet to the lieutenant governor.
2026
Utah
Official Actions of Local Governments (HB1001)
This bill would ban Florida counties and cities from funding, promoting, or taking official actions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, offices, or officers, and would void all existing DEI-related policies. Officials who violate this could be removed from office, and residents could sue local governments for violations. Contractors and grant recipients must certify they will not use local funds for DEI training or materials. The bill includes exceptions for actions required by state or federal law, official holidays and observances, public safety services, and materials explaining anti-discrimination laws.
2026
Florida
Specific Medical Diagnoses in Child Protective Investigations (HB47)
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This bill changes how Florida investigates child abuse cases when certain medical conditions could explain injuries. The Department of Children and Families (DCF) may delay notifying law enforcement if a parent reports a diagnosis or requests a medical exam, but must notify police later if criminal activity is still suspected. Child protection teams must consult pediatric specialists for conditions like rickets or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Parents can seek second medical opinions, all medical professionals must provide written reports within five days, and DCF must meet with all parties if opinions differ. The bill also streamlines DCF’s access to medical records for thorough investigations.
2026
Florida
Uterine Fibroid Research Database (SB196)
This bill would require doctors and hospitals in Florida to report cases of uterine fibroids—a common health issue for many women—to the state Department of Health. It updates the state’s research database so it can include personal details about patients diagnosed with or treated for uterine fibroids. The purpose is to help researchers and health officials track how common uterine fibroids are, improve public awareness, and guide decisions about healthcare resources. However, collecting personal information also raises privacy concerns for some patients.
2026
Florida
Department of Law Enforcement (SB524)
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This bill updates several aspects of Florida’s law enforcement system. It lets the Department of Law Enforcement create rules to award medals recognizing law enforcement officers. It shifts the appointment of district medical examiners from the Governor to the Medical Examiners Commission and clarifies their terms and duties. The bill allows certain medical organizations to access autopsy reports for organ donation purposes and updates fingerprinting and background check procedures for those applying for specific licenses. It also requires the Department of Law Enforcement to process and share fingerprint and criminal history information with other state agencies.
2026
Florida
Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights (SB482)
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This bill proposes to protect residents’ privacy and rights when AI is used. It requires companies to safeguard personal information, lets people know if they’re interacting with AI, and gives parents the right to opt out if their child’s school uses AI tools—requiring schools to provide alternatives. The bill also blocks state contracts with AI companies tied to certain foreign countries and allows legal action if someone’s name or image is used by AI for commercial purposes without consent. The Department of Legal Affairs is responsible for enforcing these protections.
2026
Florida
Education (HB1279)
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This bill updates Florida’s education system by requiring organizations that serve the blind to provide clear disclosures and meet certain standards. It also sets new rules for vocational rehabilitation providers regarding applications, evaluations, and rates. It changes how public universities and colleges measure graduation rates, award performance-based funding, and determine grades and dual enrollment eligibility. Nonresident, noncitizen enrollment is capped at 10% (no more than 5% from any country), and state financial aid is limited to U.S. citizens or lawfully present residents, excluding most international students. Special provisions for homeless student eligibility are also included.
2026
Florida
Prohibition of Local Bans on Natural Gas Use or Infrastructure (HB4486)
This bill would make it illegal for local governments in Michigan to ban the use of natural gas or block the installation of new natural gas lines and equipment. If passed, people, builders, and businesses could continue to use natural gas appliances like stoves, furnaces, and water heaters, and could still connect new buildings to natural gas service. Any local rules that try to ban or limit natural gas use or infrastructure would no longer be valid, so energy options for homes and businesses would be set by a statewide rule instead of by individual cities or counties.
2026
Michigan
County Parks and Recreation Commission Membership Modifications (HB5317)
This bill updates who can serve on Michigan county parks and recreation commissions. Road and drain commissioners may appoint a staff substitute instead of always serving personally. Counties can have either the county executive (or a representative) or a planning board member serve, based on local structure. Starting in 2027, small counties (under 100,000 residents) may reduce appointed members from seven to four. Mid-sized counties (750,000 to 1,000,000 residents) must add a member who lives near the busiest park, giving local residents more voice. Members serve staggered three-year terms, and county boards remain in control.
2026
Michigan
Tax Credit for Businesses Using Returnable Containers (HB5517)
Starting in 2026, this bill allows Michigan beverage distributors to claim a tax credit of 0.5¢ for every returnable beverage container sold. The credit amount increases each year starting in 2027 to keep up with inflation. Distributors in partnerships or similar business structures can share the credit among owners. To qualify, distributors must file a special state deposit report with their annual tax return. The goal is to encourage the use of returnable, recyclable containers to reduce litter and boost recycling, though this may slightly reduce state tax revenue.
2026
Michigan
No-Fault Insurance Benefits and Definitions Update (HB5299)
This bill updates Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance by giving drivers a choice of medical injury coverage limits: $50,000 (Medicaid households only), $250,000, $500,000, or unlimited. If no choice is made, unlimited coverage applies. The chosen limit covers the driver, spouse, and relatives at home, and prevents duplicate claims by not allowing claims to be stacked across policies. Rideshare companies can’t pick the $50,000 option, and the bill clarifies when a car is considered a rideshare vehicle. Insurers must also offer an optional add-on for extra in-home care coverage after an accident.
2026
Michigan
Riot Planning and Participation Criminal Penalties (SB1093)
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This bill would allow prosecutors to charge individuals with conspiracy for planning or joining a riot, even if no violent act has taken place—simply agreeing to participate could be enough. It updates Arizona’s definitions of conspiracy, racketeering, and riots. Under this bill, anyone who conspires, plans, or participates in a riot involving violence, threats, or significant property damage could face felony charges. Riot-related offenses would also be classified as racketeering, allowing them to be prosecuted alongside serious crimes like robbery, extortion, or trafficking.
2026
Arizona
Responsible Artificial Intelligence Security for Employees Act (HB5579)
This bill would set clear rules for how Michigan employers can use electronic monitoring and automated decision-making tools like AI or tracking software in the workplace. Employers would need to notify workers and get written consent, with options to opt out. These tools could only be used for specific purposes, such as job performance, quality, or safety. The bill bans collecting sensitive data, biometric or emotion tracking, and monitoring in private spaces. It also requires regular bias audits, short data retention, and strong protections after data breaches, including identity theft monitoring.
2026
Michigan
Safeguarding personal information entrusted to agencies not of legitimate public concern (HB2637)
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Expands privacy in public records. Agencies could no longer release many personal details, including age, full birth date, language, home address, place of birth precise location data, government ID numbers, and utility account data. Some voter, property, and business addresses stay public. Emergency contacts may be shared during emergencies. This lowers risks like doxxing and identity theft but narrows public access. Takes effect only if funded by June 30, 2026.
2026
Washington
Supporting the recovery of missing persons (SB6070)
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Improves finding missing endangered people. Police can get warrants—or act first in emergencies—to use phone-tracking tools to locate them, with strict privacy and deletion rules. Courts get clear risk factors to approve searches. Creates Ebony (missing Black person) and Purple (person with a disability) alerts and updates other alerts. State Patrol runs the missing‑person site, shares to NamUs. Search info may be withheld. DSHS can confirm recent benefit use to show a person is alive.
2026
Washington
State Holiday Amendments (HB104)
This bill proposes to establish Election Day—the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November—as an official state holiday in Utah, beginning on May 6, 2026. On this day, most state government offices and courts would be closed, and many public employees, as well as potentially teachers and students in public schools, would have the day off. Private businesses would not be required to close, so they can choose whether to stay open or not. The intent is to make it easier for people to participate in voting and to serve as poll workers by removing work and school conflicts.
2026
Utah
Transportation Facility Designations (HB33)
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This bill would give an honorary name—“Charlie Kirk Memorial Avenue”—to a specific section of S.R. 985/S.W. 107th Avenue in Miami-Dade County, between S.W. 24th Street and S.R. 90/S.W. 8th Street. If passed, the Florida Department of Transportation would put up new signs showing this name. There would be a small cost to the state for making and installing the new signs. The name and signs would take effect on July 1, 2026.
2026
Florida
Water Safety Requirements for Rental of Residential and Vacation Properties (SB658)
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This bill would require landlords and vacation rental owners in Florida to install loud alarms or self-closing, self-latching devices on doors and windows that lead to a pool or any body of water at least two feet deep, if it’s within 150 feet of the property. This is meant to help prevent child drownings. Owners who don’t comply could face a second-degree misdemeanor, but there’s no penalty if a tenant or guest removed a safety device without the owner’s knowledge and the owner fixes it within 45 days. The law would start July 1, 2026.
2026
Florida
Domestic Animals (SB1004)
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This bill increases protections for people buying dogs and cats in Florida. If a pet is found to be sick, misrepresented, or has a hereditary disorder shortly after purchase, buyers can get a refund, exchange, or reimbursement for vet costs. If the purchase was financed and returned, the loan must be canceled with no penalty. All financing terms must be disclosed upfront, and there’s a required three-day wait for financed sales. Pet dealers must provide medical records and keep them for seven years. Violations are treated as unfair business practices, and buyers can sue for damages. The law would start on July 1, 2026.
2026
Florida
Education Funding Restrictions and Instruction Changes (HB1071)
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This bill bans K-12 public schools from spending money on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, political activism, or groups that discriminate. It requires schools to teach fetal development with videos, but parents can opt their children out of these and other health lessons. Schools must use FDA-approved epinephrine for allergies and follow stricter classroom door-locking rules. Districts and charters must adopt evidence-based math plans, and the state can remove objectionable materials. Early learning providers face 2–5 year bans for violations. Struggling districts must submit improvement plans and data to the state.
2026
Florida
School Safety (HB757)
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This bill allows colleges to join the school guardian program and appoint trained, armed staff for campus safety. It permits certain employees and students to carry handguns on campus if they meet requirements like holding a concealed carry permit. The bill establishes a felony for firing a weapon within 1,000 feet of a school (with exceptions for self-defense) and requires arrested individuals to be held until a judge sets bail. Colleges must also promote a tip-reporting app, provide active shooter training to staff and students, post mental health resources, form threat assessment teams, conduct annual security checks, and transfer safety and threat data.
2026
Florida
Lower fees and simplified renewal for concealed pistol licenses (HB4284)
This bill reduces the cost to renew a concealed pistol license in Michigan from $115 to $30, making it more affordable. The license will still be valid for about 4 to 5 years. County clerks must send renewal notices by mail before a license expires, and people can renew online or by mail. While a renewal is being processed, a receipt can be used as a temporary license. Renewal requirements remain minimal—a brief review of training and one hour of range time, which applicants still affirm they have completed without needing to submit documentation. Applicants do not need to submit new fingerprints if theirs are already on file.
2026
Michigan
Ban on campaign contributions and spending by certain foreign entities (HB5197)
This bill strengthens Michigan’s campaign finance laws by banning ballot question committees from accepting contributions from foreign nationals and requiring donors to confirm they are not foreign entities. It increases transparency by imposing stricter reporting on contributions, fundraising activities, and independent spending by outside groups that seek to influence ballot questions, with stronger penalties for violations. The bill also clarifies the enforcement roles of the Secretary of State and Attorney General, aiming to keep foreign money out of Michigan elections and improve accountability in political spending.
2026
Michigan
Ban on false representation in fertility treatments and establishment of penalties (HB5036)
This bill makes it a serious crime to lie about key information in fertility treatments, such as details about embryos, donors, or a donor’s medical or family history. Providing false or misleading information could lead to up to five years in prison or a $50,000 fine. Health professionals face even tougher penalties—up to fifteen years in prison or a $100,000 fine—for using embryos, eggs, or sperm without a patient’s written consent. The rules apply even if an anonymous donor is used for the fertility treatment.
2026
Michigan
Income cap adjustment for property tax deferment program (HB4079)
This bill raises the income cap for Michigan’s special assessment deferment program to $29,619 and ties future increases to inflation. The program lets seniors (65+) and permanently disabled homeowners delay paying local charges like sidewalk or sewer fees. To qualify, applicants must be U.S. citizens, have lived in Michigan and owned their home for at least five years. The deferred charges become a state lien on the property, which must be repaid when the home is sold or transferred. Lender consent is needed if there’s a mortgage or land contract, and false claims are penalized as perjury.
2026
Michigan
Easier licensing for doctors by Michigan joining the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (HB5455)
This bill would let Michigan join the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, making it easier for doctors already licensed in other member states to get licensed here. The compact streamlines the process by recognizing shared standards, so eligible doctors can apply for an expedited license using their existing credentials and background checks. The bill explains how doctors pick a “home base” state, how applications and renewals work, and how discipline is shared across states. Michigan’s existing medical laws would stay in place, but this would create a faster licensing path for qualified doctors to serve more communities.
2026
Michigan
Liability for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Law Violations (HB2135)
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This bill would allow people to sue companies, schools, government agencies, and other organizations that use certain banned diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Successful lawsuits would guarantee at least $100,000 in damages, plus other compensation and legal costs, and could result in a court order to stop the policy; claims must be filed within three years. The bill targets DEI, critical race theory (CRT), and anti-racism policies, especially those suggesting one race or sex is superior, the U.S. is fundamentally racist or sexist, or that people should feel guilt based on race or sex.
2026
Arizona
Restricting Explicit Materials in Arizona Schools and Libraries (SB1435)
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This bill would make it illegal for staff at Arizona public schools and libraries to direct minors to any sexually explicit material or help them access it in any way. There are exceptions for materials with clear educational, literary, artistic, political, or scientific value, but schools can only use these if parents give written consent for each item, and students without consent must get alternative assignments. Staff who break these rules through criminal negligence could face felony charges.
2026
Arizona
Statewide Initiative Modifications (HB160)
This bill sets the signature requirements for one type of citizen initiative (indirect initiative) to the same threshold as the more commonly used type (direct initiative). The threshold would be 8% of statewide active voters and 8% in at least 26 of 29 state senate districts. An indirect initiative is sent to the legislature for a vote if the signature threshold is met, and if the legislature does not pass it, then the initiative becomes a direct one that will be on the next general election ballot for voters to decide.
2026
Utah