The deeper risk? These reforms may simply replace one swamp with another. Shifting from an insulated bureaucracy resistant to any elected direction to one that favors the political party currently in power. #GovernmentReform #DrainTheSwamp #Accountability #FederalWorkforce

Committee approves bill to create Department of Emergency Management, replacing TEMA Leader Johnson's bill to replace the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency with a new Department of Emergency Management, and to transfer TEMA's contracts and policies, was amended (sunset shortened) and forwarded to the finance committee after unanimous approval in committee.

Tennessee is set to transform its emergency response with a new Department of Emergency Management, building on TEMA's legacy while streamlining operations for future crises.

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#TN #TennesseeEmergencyManagement #CitizenPortal #EmergencyPreparedness #GovernmentReform

Legislature advances broad statutory cleanup; potato board and rural broadband among items questioned LB905, a cleanup bill that eliminates or reassigns numerous boards and committees created by last year’s legislation, advanced after senators asked detailed questions about the fate of the Nebraska Potato Development Committee, rural broadband task force and the climate assessment response committee; amendment AM2149 was adopted.

Nebraska's legislature is shaking things up with LB905, a bill that could redefine agricultural representation and broadband initiatives—what's at stake for potato growers and rural communities?

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The bill didn’t come from an outsider criticizing Washington. It came from someone inside Congress who says she’s watched the problem up close.
#Congress #StockTradingBan #GovernmentReform #Politics #USPolitics #Accountability

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Second weekend of the LA Charter Reform Civic Assembly included Hannah Vanbelle (What About Dem), more from Michael K. Woo, and a lot of discussions among delegates #losangeles #governmentreform #governmentbythepeople #citizensassembly #democracy

Public office should serve the American people—not personal portfolios.

Ban stock trading in Congress to end conflicts, restore trust, and put voters first.

Transparency isn’t enough—real accountability matters.

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Auditor tells school board county finances are healthy as office moves to GAAP and tightens capital-asset records County auditor staff reported rising cash and investment balances, said the office will adopt GAAP reporting by June 1 to improve bond positioning, and promised more detail on a $5 million “other” general-fund disbursement and a 2023 balance decline.

Vigo County's financial health is on the rise as the auditor prepares to adopt GAAP reporting, promising a stronger position in future bond markets!

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Senate committee advances water infrastructure bill to aid struggling utilities and streamline funding A governor’s bill (committee substitute for Senate Bill 7 62) to strengthen support for distressed and failing water utilities, codify regional cooperation and streamline state funding was approved by the committee and will be reported to the full Senate with a referral to Finance; the measure includes a new early‑intervention pilot, changes making DEP the administrator of state revolving funds, and limited loan authority for private utilities under WDA discretion.

West Virginia's Senate committee just took a major step to revitalize failing water utilities with a new bill that streamlines funding and introduces an early-intervention pilot program!

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Excellent day for #NAPAFellows and #publicadministration at today's "Driving Government Efficiency: Delivering Measurable Results" Conference! #governmentreform #NAPAFellow

Allentown committee studies other cities’ budget rules as it weighs changes after referendum A staff presentation compared Allentown’s budget timeline and default rules with several Pennsylvania cities and counties; the review will feed a white paper and recommendations to be returned to committee on March 25.

Allentown's Budget & Finance Committee is evaluating how other Pennsylvania cities handle budget rules, potentially paving the way for significant changes ahead.

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#AllentownCityLehighCounty #PA #CivicAccountability #AllentownBudget #CitizenPortal #PublicFinance #GovernmentReform

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What the TSA Shutdown Teaches Us About Resiliency in Cook County - Michael Murphy - New Voice for Cook County During the partial federal shutdown, TSA officers are still working, but many are without pay. That situation raises a bigger question: are our public systems built to withstand disruption? Cook Count...

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Thank you to our wonderful speakers and attendees, both online and in person, who helped us tackle the many facets of #governmentreform. #publicadministration

Check out our full calendar of events coming up in March: napawash.org/events

Augusta committee recommends manager government, independent internal auditor and stronger ethics in updated charter The Augusta Charter Review Committee unanimously recommended shifting to a commissioner-manager form of government, creating a funded internal audit office with an oversight committee, and embedding enforceable ethics standards in the charter; the draft will be finalized and sent to the Augusta Commission and the Georgia General Assembly before any public vote.

The Augusta Charter Review Committee is proposing bold changes, including a switch to a commissioner-manager government and stronger ethics regulations to enhance accountability and public trust.

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#AugustaCityRichmondCounty #GA #CitizenPortal #AugustaCharter #GovernmentReform

Charter Review Committee approves sending proposed charter reorganization to City Council for review The Charter Review Committee voted Feb. 14 to ask City Council to review a staff-drafted, comprehensive reorganization of the city charter—consolidating scattered sections into 10 new articles—and to advise on ballot presentation and communications. The motion passed by roll call vote.

The Charter Review Committee has taken a monumental step by voting to streamline the city charter into ten new articles, making it easier for residents and officials alike to navigate!

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#SantaClaraSantaClaraCounty #CA #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #GovernmentReform

Utah bill would consolidate housing programs under single division; committee advances HB 68 House Bill 68 would move scattered executive-branch housing programs into a single division under a gubernatorial appointee, with supporters calling it a $0-cost reorganization that aims to streamline policy administration; the Senate Services committee voted unanimously to send the bill to the full Senate.

Utah's House Bill 68 is set to revolutionize housing policy by consolidating fragmented programs into a single, streamlined division—without any added costs!

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#UT #CitizenPortal #LegislativeOversight #GovernmentReform #PolicyStreamlining

House committee advances substitute merging House Bill 17 68 and 2060 The Special Committee on Property Tax Reform adopted a committee substitute that combines House Bill 17 68 and 2060 and voted the substitute 'due pass' after adopting a House Committee amendment and a substitute motion; the roll call showed 12 yes, 0 no and 3 present.

Missouri's Special Committee on Property Tax Reform just took a significant step by merging two key bills and advancing them in the legislative process!

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LAO recommends sweeping expansion of California's rainy day fund cap, offers two deposit options The Legislative Analyst's Office told the Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Committee that California's current reserve rules would cover about 30% of downside funding shortfalls under a conservative benchmark and recommended raising the constitutional BSA cap from 10% to 50% by 2055, with options to broaden deposit rules or deposit full excess capital gains.

California's Budget Stabilization Account could see a dramatic rise from 10% to 50%, potentially safeguarding vital services during economic downturns!

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#CA #CitizenPortal #EconomicPolicy #GovernmentReform

I #JustVOTED, and I am officially
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#GovernmentReform, please!
We shouldn’t leave the poles wishing that we were made more aware‼️

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#GovernmentReform, please!
We shouldn’t leave the poles wishing that we were made more aware!

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#GovernmentReform, please!
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Cass County approves new tiered assessment contracts to offset HB1176 mailing costs The commission approved restructured assessment agreements for 2027 that switch to annual renewals and a tiered per‑parcel fee (residential tier 1 $4 for first 200 parcels, $8 next 300, $13 over 500; commercial $26 per parcel) to reimburse new mailing and PRC notification costs tied to House Bill 1176.

Cass County has approved a new tiered assessment fee structure that will change how property assessments are billed, promising to reshape the financial landscape for residents by 2027.

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#CassCounty #ND #CitizenPortal #BudgetaryImpact #CassCountyAssessments #GovernmentReform

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MP Ziad Hawat criticized the Lebanese government's salary increase for public sector workers, calling it a poor decision that risks inflation and fails to address deeper issues like tax evasion and public sector reform. #Lebanon #EconomicCrisis #GovernmentReform

Sen. Lippincott urges Nebraska constitutional amendment to allow recall of state officials Sen. Lorien Lippincott told the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee LR305CA would give Nebraskans the ability to recall state senators and statewide officials, arguing it restores accountability; supporters cited other states’ recall frameworks while committee members asked how implementation would work.

Senator Lorien Lippincott has introduced a groundbreaking resolution that could empower Nebraskans to recall their elected officials when trust is broken.

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#NE #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #PublicParticipation #GovernmentReform

Superior court judges ask Ware County to convert supplements to locality pay under House Bill 85 Superior court judges appeared before the Ware County commission asking the county to convert existing county supplements to locality pay in line with state House Bill 85; judges said the net effect on pay so far has been small and offered to provide detailed calculations, noting a recent chief judge retirement reduced seats from four to three.

Superior court judges are pushing Ware County to align local pay with state reforms, but the results so far have been less than impressive—just $50.11 more a month for some!

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#WareCounty #GA #LocalityPay #CitizenPortal #WareCountyJudiciary #GovernmentReform #JudicialCompensation

Miami Lakes commission advances charter edits on council size, manager powers and clerk appointment The Miami Lakes charter commission debated multiple proposed amendments Feb. 12, including options to reduce the council from seven to five members, how to transition terms, changes to town manager removal and acting-manager provisions, and a measure to make the town clerk a council-appointed position. Several technical votes advanced drafting; one authentication timing amendment failed.

Miami Lakes is at a crossroads as commissioners debate major charter changes that could reshape the town’s governance and even its very incorporation!

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#MiamiLakesCounty #FL #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #LocalGovAI #MiamiLakesCharter #GovernmentReform

Oversight Democrats release report accusing 'Doge' program of fiscal, service and data harms Speakers identified with Oversight Democrats released a report alleging that a program called "Doge," tied to Donald Trump and Elon Musk, cost the government hundreds of millions to trillions, caused service delays and data breaches, and cut foreign aid; the claims were presented in a speech but not substantiated or responded to in the transcript.

A shocking new report claims the "Doge disaster" tied to Trump and Musk could have cost taxpayers trillions while endangering public services and personal data.

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Oakland officials report $1.5 million appropriation request after Tallahassee trip; public session on Charter amendments set for Feb. 24 Town officials told the Feb. 10 commission that Mayor Taylor, Commissioner McMullen and the town lobbyist visited Tallahassee on Jan. 28 to advance a $1.5 million appropriations request; the town will hold a public educational session Feb. 24 on Charter amendments ahead of the March 10 ballot.

Oakland officials are pushing for a $1.5 million funding boost while gearing up for important Charter amendments this month—are you ready to make your voice heard?

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#FL #CitizenPortal #CivicEngagement #PublicEducation #GovernmentReform

Cape Coral council declines to advance strong‑mayor charter rewrite for now After a detailed presentation of strong-mayor options and comparisons to other Florida cities, council members debated appointment powers, vetoes and administrative scope; no majority instructed the city attorney to proceed with a repeal‑and‑replace charter draft.

Cape Coral's council faced a heated debate over a potential strong-mayor charter, weighing accountability against the risk of politicizing city management.

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#CapeCoralCityLeeCounty #FL #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #LocalGovAI #GovernmentReform #CapeCoralCityGovernment

Senators say Department of Agriculture bill will be low priority this session Senate Resources has taken up a bill to create a Department of Agriculture, but senators said it is likely to be low on the priority list this session amid larger fiscal and pipeline concerns.

The push for a standalone Department of Agriculture in Alaska may face an uphill battle as lawmakers prioritize other pressing issues over agricultural reform this session.

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