Votes

Kansas Senate Votes to Increase Death Benefit and Expand Pension System Investments in Alternative Assets

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In Topeka, Kansas, the state Senate has voted to increase the lump-sum death payment for retirees in the Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS), as well as raise the maximum amount of the pension system’s portfolio tied to alternative private equity or infrastructure investments. The Senate voted 25-14 in favor of Senate Bill 172, which would raise the death benefit to $6,000 from the current $4,000. The cost of this adjustment over a 20-year period is estimated to be $108 million, to be covered by KPERS contributions and investment income. The death benefit has not … Read more

New Hanover County Schools Votes to Hire Additional Legal Counsel for Exceptional Children Caseload

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Wilmington, North Carolina – The New Hanover County Schools board has voted to hire additional legal counsel to handle exceptional children (EC) matters, following a split between the current representative, Vogel Law Firm, and two attorneys who previously handled the caseload. The decision was prompted by a motion from board member Josie Barnhart, who advocated for seeking different legal counsel for EC cases. Ultimately, the board voted in favor of this move, with some members who had previously opposed hiring Vogel Law Firm now supporting the decision. Barnhart initially suggested hiring the law firm of … Read more

Georgia Election Workers Win $148 Million Lawsuit Against Rudy Giuliani for Spreading Falsehoods about 2020 Votes

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ATLANTA, Georgia — In a landmark decision, a federal jury has awarded $148 million in damages to election workers in Georgia over former President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani’s false claims about voter fraud during the 2020 election. The verdict serves as a rebuke to Giuliani’s baseless allegations and underscores the need for accountability in the pursuit of truth. The lawsuit, filed by seven election workers, accused Giuliani of spreading defamatory statements in an attempt to overturn the election results. These workers faced harassment and threats after the former New York City mayor’s unfounded claims … Read more

Congress Fails to Deliver: Only 27 Laws Passed Despite 724 Votes, Video Reveals Dysfunction in the House

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Washington, DC – The dysfunction within the House of Representatives has become apparent through startling figures recently released. With 724 votes cast, only 27 laws have been enacted. This clear disparity raises concerns about the effectiveness and productivity of the legislative body. The low number of laws enacted despite the large number of votes highlights the gridlock and inefficiencies within the House. While some attribute this to partisan conflicts and political posturing, others argue that it reflects deeper structural issues. Regardless, it undermines the ability of Congress to carry out its primary duty of creating … Read more