This bill changes how Utah approves and challenges requests to use public water (called water rights). People, businesses, or organizations can object to a new water right application, but only for certain legal reasons—like if there isn’t enough water available, if it would harm someone else’s existing water right, or if the application isn’t clear. Broader concerns are handled by other agencies. The bill also updates rules for temporary water use, saved water, and says rights are lost after 7 years of nonuse. Only those directly affected can sue.

Utah

This bill creates statewide consumer privacy rights. People can see, correct, delete, and download their data, and opt out of targeted ads, data sales, and automated decisions. Companies must get consent for sensitive data, limit collection and retention, post clear privacy notices, and honor a universal opt-out signal. Data brokers must register. Ads and data sales to minors are banned. Geofencing, involving tracking and collecting data on individuals within a certain area, is barred near mental and reproductive health clinics. The Attorney General can fine violators.

Michigan

SB 23 allows local governments to approve more land splits than state law currently permits. For the first 10 acres, owners can create up to 4 lots for one year, then up to 10 lots after that if the local government agrees. Larger parcels can be divided further if certain conditions are met, such as keeping a large portion intact or avoiding new driveways on main roads. The bill aims to give landowners and local governments more flexibility, potentially increasing housing options.

Michigan

This bill requires Utah agencies to verify immigration status for all adults applying for state or local benefits—including immunizations and communicable disease testing. Those who cannot prove lawful status are denied these services. False claims face penalties. Public employees who skip checks can be charged, sued, or removed. Agencies must keep records, report denials, conduct audits, and state auditors may review compliance. The bill also ends an alternative CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) eligibility option two years earlier.

Utah

This bill pauses local approval of new data centers. Cities and counties could not finish zoning or site plan approvals until all current data centers waiting for electric hookups are served, or until July 1, 2028, whichever comes first. It aims to ease strain on the power grid and give utilities time to expand.

Virginia

This bill would ban Arizona governments, including public schools and local agencies, from requiring masks or any vaccines. It adds that the federal government can’t mandate them in the state. Businesses may not require any vaccination or masks to enter or work (with safety exceptions). Long-standing workplace safety mask rules can remain, and government-run hospitals may still require vaccines for employees. Effectively, this bill would end school and job vaccine mandates.

Arizona

This bill would privatize the building permit review process and ban cities and counties from rejecting private permits or charging additional fees for them. Homeowners and contractors would be allowed to use private reviewers and inspectors for single-trade home projects like HVAC, water heaters, solar, roofing, siding, and fencing. These providers can issue permits and completion certificates, which cities and counties are required to accept. Governments can't charge extra fees (only recording) or penalize users. Remote and automated inspections are allowed; providers would need liability insurance. Cities/counties must post codes and fees online or lose permit fees.

Arizona

This bill would shift $20 million from the Arizona state general fund in 2026-27 to the department of public safety to reimburse cities, towns, and counties that install supplemental fencing or bollard walls (a type of fencing commonly used in U.S. border security projects) in high-crossing areas along the southern border of this state.

Arizona

The bill shifts $20 million from the state budget for 2026–2027 to the department of public safety, to be used to pay back cities, towns, and counties for costs associated with short-term detention holds for unauthorized immigrants.

Arizona

This bill creates a plan to reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment mistakes to 3% by 2030. The state agency that administers SNAP, would be required to file yearly progress reports starting in 2027-28. If it misses targets, it must submit a fix plan in 60 days, start paying half of any federal penalties, and follow Auditor General oversight. Each year the agency fails to meet these corrective requirements, the agency's funding will be cut by 10 percent for the following year. Separately, a forensic audit will be conducted in 2031 to find causes and require fixes within a year.

Arizona

This bill requires Virginia local governments to review potential impacts before approving new data centers using 100 megawatts or more of electricity. Applicants must submit a site assessment studying noise and effects on nearby homes and schools within 500 feet. Localities may also request reviews on water, farmland, parks, historic sites, and forests. The serving utility must disclose substations and voltage. These requirements help local governments make informed decisions that fit community plans and zoning rules. Expansions under 100 megawatts are exempt.

Virginia

HB 863 ends many mandatory minimum jail or prison sentences or terms in Virginia. Affected areas include drug dealing, gun crimes (like use of a gun in a felony and felon-in-possession), assaults on officers, gang zones, violations of protective orders, DUI (including commercial drivers), weapons at schools, and some child‑exploitation offenses. Judges keep power to impose tough time but gain flexibility to consider circumstances of each individual case.

Virginia

This bill would limit how Virginia police can work with federal immigration (ICE) agents. Any deal must be written and approved by the Attorney General, last up to 2 years, and repay local costs. Officers cannot ask about citizenship in routine traffic stops or enforce immigration at schools, hospitals, or houses of worship. Schools and health providers need a warrant signed by a judge to share info. Ensures legal protections for individuals, prohibits involvement that may include profiling or rights abuses, and requires more detailed reporting whenever federal immigration agents are present during law enforcement stops. Sunsets June 30, 2028.

Virginia

Creates licensed dental therapists to expand access to care. They can do fillings, simple extractions, and preventive services under a Florida dentist's general supervision, using a written agreement. Medicaid may pay for services in approved mobile clinics. Sets licensing exams, continuing education, safety rules and incident reporting. Dentists stay responsible for patient care. Bars unlicensed practice and non-dentist control. State must track results, costs, and access.

Florida

The bill lets surviving spouses of fallen service members keep VA survivor payments even if they remarry. It also stops the Defense Department from cutting off Survivor Benefit Plan checks after remarriage, and restarts payments for those who remarried before 55 (some immediately). It brings widows and widowers back into military health care (TRICARE) if a later marriage ends. This reduces money and health coverage gaps for military families.

Federal

Bill sets new rules for U.S. Olympic and amateur sports groups. It defines sex as biological and says only females can play in events for women or girls. Sports groups must enforce this to stay recognized. This would bar transgender women from female categories, make policies uniform across sports, and could change how teams and events are arranged. Backers say it protects fairness and safety; critics say it harms inclusion and could bring lawsuits.

Federal

Creates the Urban Bird Treaty Program to help cities protect and restore bird habitats. Interior will partner with local governments, tribes, schools, nonprofits, and community groups to cut hazards, control invasives, plant native species, and involve residents in monitoring and education. A competitive grant program via the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will fund projects. Provides $1M per year through 2032. Benefits: more green space, local jobs, better disease monitoring.

Federal

Pushes the U.S. to lead in hardrock and rare earth mining. Interior must tally the cost of relying on imports, add this to annual mineral reports, list mines on federal land, and fast-track priority projects and permits. Agencies must find and roll back rules that slow mining. Government will map new deposits and flag lands that can be permitted quickly. Effects: more mining jobs, stronger supply chains, less reliance on rivals, and more activity on public lands with environmental risks.

Federal

Funds the government for 2026. Raises pay and support for troops, buys ships, jets and missiles, and invests in research. Tightens Buy American rules. Backs Israel’s missile defense and Taiwan security. Supports job training, apprenticeships and veterans. Funds community health centers, rural care, disease control and the medical workforce. Keeps public health agencies running. Aids transportation and housing. Sets spending limits and reporting to reduce waste.

Federal

Redefines who can be labeled a criminal gang member. An in-person or social media admission alone qualifies. Otherwise, two signs are enough: ID by a parent, guardian, or spouse, gang-style dress, hand signs, tattoos, informants, physical evidence, or being seen with gang members (now two times not four). Adds social media language and appearing in recordings that promote gang activity. Likely expands police tools but may increase mislabeling risks.

Florida

The bill requires Florida agencies to stop using the term “West Bank” in official materials and use “Judea and Samaria” instead. It covers press releases guidance, and other documents, and blocks spending on materials with the banned term. Agency heads can waive the rule if it serves the state’s interests and must notify lawmakers within 30 days. The change signals Florida’s stance on a foreign region and will alter wording in public communications.

Florida

Updates public-sector labor rules. Unions must use a clear sign-up form, allow members to quit anytime, and share audited finances. Most agencies can't deduct dues from paychecks; public safety is exempt. Unions must renew yearly and seek recertification under tougher election rules. Employers must give equal access during union drives. Limits taxpayer-paid union time. Speeds dispute timelines. Greatly increases fines for illegal strikes. Legislative pay raises trigger fast talks.

Florida

Virginia would create a paid family and medical leave program. Starting in 2029, workers could get up to 12 weeks of pay at about 80% of wages to care for a new child, a sick relative, their own illness, military needs, or to seek safety from abuse. Jobs and health coverage are protected, and retaliation is banned. It would be funded by payroll contributions from workers and employers. Self-employed individuals can choose to opt in. Employers can use private plans if the benefits are at least equivalent. Employers must notify employees of the program. Workers can appeal and sue if they are denied benefits.

Virginia

This bill makes official the adjusted state hourly minimum wage of $12.77 per hour that went into effect January 1, 2026. It enacts increases to the minimum wage to $13.75 per hour effective January 1, 2027, and to $15.00 per hour effective January 1, 2028. From 2029, it adjusts yearly with inflation, reflecting increases in the consumer price index, and never drops. Employers must pay the higher of state or federal rates.

Virginia

Raises penalties for knowingly renting or allowing property to be used for prostitution. Fines go up; third offenses can bring up to 5 years in prison. A severe related crime now carries up to 20 years and $100,000. Treats 16–17-year-olds as minors, shifting toward protection and services, not prosecution. First-time adults on probation must complete a human trafficking awareness program. Also boosts penalties for properties used for gambling. Takes effect in 90 days.

Michigan

Starting July 1, 2028, all Michigan public and private schools must stop providing or selling foods with certain additives, including brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, titanium dioxide, and dyes: Red 40, Yellow 6, Green 3, Blue 1 and Blue 2. Schools will need to change menus and vending items.

Michigan

This bill would stop property taxes on the primary homes of residents age 70 and older starting with 2026 tax bills. Seniors must own and live in the home and file a claim with their local assessor. The break continues as long as they stay in the home. The state intends to repay cities and counties for lost revenue. Impact: lowers housing costs for seniors on fixed incomes, helping them stay in their homes, while shifting costs to the state budget.

Michigan

This bill requires schools to restrict multi-user restrooms, locker rooms, and showers by biological sex listed on a student’s original birth certificate. Schools must create and enforce rules. Transgender students could not use multi-user facilities that match their gender identity. Exceptions include cleaning, repairs, medical help, or assisting a student.

Michigan

Requires hospitals that take state payments to ask patients to mark if they are U.S. citizens, lawfully present, not lawfully present, or decline. Forms must say answers won’t affect care or be sent to immigration. Hospitals send quarterly totals, without names, to the health department. Each year the state reports counts and unpaid-care costs for undocumented patients and effects on services and funding. Aims to guide policy; may deter some from seeking care.

Arizona

This bill lets people in Arizona buy Ivermectin for human use as an over-the-counter drug, without a prescription or talking to a health professional. Pharmacies could sell it like other nonprescription medicine.

Arizona