state legislatures

State legislatures are increasingly passing laws to streamline renewable energy development, with solar, wind, and batteries identified as the cheapest and fastest ways to expand electricity infrastructure. More states are enacting policies to support clean energy projects than those blocking them.

A new book titled 'The Fourth Branch' by Daniel Squadron examines the GOP's growing influence on state policy and argues that Democrats have overlooked state governments. The author discusses these points on 'The Takeout.'

A Constitutional Amendment Bill requires a two-thirds majority in both legislative Houses, ratification by at least 50% of State legislatures if it impacts the federal structure, and subsequent approval by the President.

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler expressed skepticism about a proposal for AI firms to cede equity to the Trump administration to distribute returns among Americans. The union federation plans to prioritize state and local AI legislation and use AI as a key issue in upcoming elections, emphasizing union involvement in data center construction and responsible infrastructure development.

Republicans have announced a 2026 target map for state legislatures, emphasizing redistricting efforts through a memo from the Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC). The strategy aims to defend GOP majorities and influence future electoral maps.