State Legislatures

State legislatures wield enormous power over the daily lives of Americans, crafting laws on voting rights, education, healthcare, and criminal justice. This category examines state legislative actions, policy shifts, partisan conflicts, and legal battles across the country. It tracks how state governments influence national debates—often serving as testing grounds for policies later adopted (or rejected) at the federal level. From gerrymandering and voter suppression to labor laws and state-level executive orders, this section keeps a pulse on the evolving role of state governments.