Legislative Branch
It's the first time a state has legalized the commercial sale of cannabis through the legislature.
The GOP lawmakers are on the lam to sabotage a vote on a historic bill to combat climate change.
The comedian had blasted lawmakers who skipped a hearing on the bill to maintain aid for first responders.
The move continues to stake California’s position as a bulwark against Trump's policies.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
H.R. 1 passed the House in March. But Majority Leader McConnell refuses to allow a Senate vote on it.
The legislation comes amid a series of anti-abortion measures moving forward in other states.
The measure would effectively permit businesses to be openly anti-LGBTQ without fear of retaliation.
The bill faces long odds in the Senate and would almost certainly be vetoed by President Trump.
Utah and Colorado pass the first-ever bills aimed at making it easier for parents to run for office.
So much for checks and balances.