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Venezuela mulls amnesty for prisoners, to transform Helicoide into community center
americas26 days ago

Venezuela mulls amnesty for prisoners, to transform Helicoide into community center

Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez announced a proposed amnesty law for hundreds of prisoners and said Helicoide, in Caracas, will be converted into a sports and social-services center, a move rights groups have long pressed for as authorities release detainees; the law would cover cases from 1999 to present but exclude killings or serious rights abuses, with ongoing questions over release numbers and who has actually been freed.

via Reuters|
#americas#crime-law-justice#government-politics
Missouri Redistricting Sparks Political Debate and Public Outcry
government-politics6 months ago

Missouri Redistricting Sparks Political Debate and Public Outcry

Missouri Republicans are preparing to redraw congressional districts, with a new map circulating from Washington, D.C., aiming to favor GOP interests and potentially increase their House seats from six to seven. A special legislative session is expected once national party agreements are reached, with the process influenced by efforts from President Trump and the RNC to reshape districts, especially the 5th District in Kansas City. The redistricting aims to maintain Republican majorities amid political and demographic considerations, but faces challenges from Democrats and intra-party disputes.

via Missouri Independent|
#congressional-map#government-politics#missouri
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway Appointed to Key Federal Roles
government-politics6 months ago

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway Appointed to Key Federal Roles

Catherine Hanaway, a former Missouri House Speaker and federal prosecutor, has been appointed as Missouri's first female attorney general, succeeding Andrew Bailey, and plans to serve the remainder of his term while seeking a full term in 2026. She is involved in ongoing litigation related to the Grain Belt Express transmission project and emphasizes her commitment to protecting Missourians and fighting crime.

via Missouri Independent|
#attorney-general#catherine-hanaway#government-politics
Missouri Governor Vetoes $550 Million in State Spending Despite $8 Billion Surplus
government-politics2 years ago

Missouri Governor Vetoes $550 Million in State Spending Despite $8 Billion Surplus

Missouri Governor Mike Parson has vetoed $550 million in state spending from the $51.8 billion budget approved by lawmakers, citing the need to maintain the state's strong financial position despite an $8 billion surplus. Parson made 201 vetoes, reducing some lines and eliminating items entirely, with a focus on earmarked spending. While he approved several initiatives, including expanding a plan for widening portions of Interstate 70, Parson also cut funding for road projects and a loan for pollution controls. The governor emphasized spending on transportation and infrastructure, but his veto pen hit some projects not in the Missouri Department of Transportation's plan or identified as regional priorities.

via Missouri Independent|
#budget#government-politics#governor-mike-parson
"Idaho Governor Flooded with Calls on Transgender Health Care Bill"
government-politics2 years ago

"Idaho Governor Flooded with Calls on Transgender Health Care Bill"

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 71 into law, which bans gender-affirming care for transgender youth and makes it a felony for medical practitioners to help minors seek gender-affirming treatment. Little's office received more than 14,800 emails and calls in favor of the bill and more than 6,500 calls and emails asking Little to veto the bill. Conservative groups urged Idahoans to voice support for the bill, while community organizations worked on a campaign to veto it.

via Idaho Capital Sun|
#brad-little#community-organization#conservative-groups