Board staff flag tobacco bills and other proposals as 2026 session tightens public health budget State Board of Health staff told the Health Promotion Committee that the 2026 Legislature is moving rapidly amid fiscal constraints and that tobacco-related bills are being tracked as potential fixes for a shortfall in the Foundational Public Health Services account; staff identified HB 2685 and HB 2242 as bills to monitor.

The 2026 legislative session in Washington is racing ahead, with crucial tobacco-related bills on the table that could reshape public health funding and service delivery.

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Forward Pinellas authorizes negotiation with Southern Group to secure Tallahassee lobbying services Forward Pinellas authorized its executive director to negotiate a contract with the Southern Group to provide lobbying and legislative monitoring services, with board members requiring negotiable deliverables, conflict-of-interest safeguards and a not-to-exceed budget to return for final approval.

Forward Pinellas is taking a bold step to secure a lobbying powerhouse in Tallahassee, but not without some heated debate over transparency and accountability!

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DDA reviews audit status, financials and watches state ad‑valorem legislation Staff updated the board on internal and state audit activity and October financials; counsel warned of multiple bills at the state level (including SB 840) that could affect ad‑valorem revenue, and board discussed the potential need to engage a lobbyist or partner with city lobbyists.

The DDA is navigating financial challenges while keeping a close eye on state legislation that could reshape local revenue—are they prepared for the potential impacts?

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Codington County officials review levy calculations as 2026 assessment cap approaches County assessment staff told commissioners they have submitted levy calculations for taxes payable in 2026 and are monitoring legislative and ballot activity after a recently passed measure limits owner-occupied assessment increases to 3% for the 2026 assessment year.

Codington County is bracing for changes in property taxes as new legislation caps owner-occupied assessment increases at 3% for 2026—what does this mean for homeowners?

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Treasurer reports healthy cash position but warns pending state bills could reshape school funding Treasurer Scott reported steady revenues, a robust October cash balance and targeted instructional spending, but warned House Bills being considered at the state level could materially reduce district revenue and complicate multi-year forecasts and contract certifications.

Treasurer Scott reveals a strong financial position for the district, but warns that pending state legislation could dramatically impact school funding and future budgets.

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Board weighs 2-acre overlay to spur housing but opts to wait on state action Members reviewed maps proposing a 2-acre split overlay along two state roads to encourage housing; discussion highlighted trade-offs (infrastructure, school costs, wetlands), and members agreed to monitor SB 84 before proposing warrant articles.

Could a new 2-acre overlay along Governor’s Road and Wentworth Road be the key to increasing housing supply in Brookfield, or will it lead to more challenges than solutions?

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Health officials monitor Montgomery Cares capacity amid pending major legislation Officials evaluate Montgomery Cares ability to accommodate individuals before big bill approval.

Montgomery County Council is gearing up for a major legislative shift that could dramatically impact local support systems—are we prepared for the influx of those in need?

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Board approves monitoring of SB 641 to assist fire victims Board members unanimously support monitoring SB 641 aimed at helping fire victims.

In a bold move, California's Board for Professional Engineers has united to support fire victims by monitoring crucial legislation—what does this mean for their community?

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