Committee approves measure to standardize campus political‑activity guidance; critics say it could chill engagement PCS for CS for HB 7‑25 would require public institutions to inform students and employees about campus free‑expression and campaign rules and direct the Board of Governors to standardize policies; the committee approved it 19‑1 after mixed testimony.

Florida's new bill aims to standardize political activity guidelines on campuses, but critics warn it could stifle student engagement and voter registration efforts.

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Committee advances bill to standardize campus political‑activity guidance amid free‑speech concerns The Education Administration Subcommittee voted to report PCS for HB 725 favorably after debate over whether the bill merely communicates existing federal rules or could chill student speech; sponsor said the measure standardizes orientation materials and website postings to align with IRS rules and Florida statute 1.004.096.

Florida's new bill aims to standardize how colleges inform students about political activity, but could it silence free speech on campuses?

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Michigan House introduces multiple bills amid quorum absence House members propose bills addressing political activity and liquor control despite quorum issues.

Amid a quorum absence, the Michigan House has kicked off a pivotal session, introducing multiple bills aimed at reshaping political activity and liquor regulations.

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