The State and Future of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in the U.S.
by FOCUS, a Leonine Business
The current state of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the U.S. is marked by recent shifts in federal policy, impacting planned investments and creating uncertainty for future expansion. Despite the federal pause, some state governments are continuing their commitments to enhancing EV infrastructure.
South Dakota’s 100th legislative session is in the books. Here’s what bills lived and died in 2025
Argus Leader (Sioux Falls)
The 100th annual convention of South Dakota lawmakers was laden with political and historical subtext. A Republican supermajority, emboldened by President Donald Trump and led by a lieutenant governor who took over the state’s highest office for former Republican Gov. Kristi Noem early in the session, pushed a gamut of conservative priorities.
Governor Stein announces 2025-2027 budget proposal for North Carolina
WNCN Raleigh
On Wednesday, North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein, alongside State Budget Director Kristin Walker, announced the 2025-2027 budget proposal. The governor’s budget makes key investments in the economy, families, education, workforce, health care and public safety.
Forty-six states are currently in regular session. The District of Columbia Council and U.S. Congress are also in session.
Louisiana is expected to convene for its 2025 legislative session on April 14.
The following states are scheduled to adjourn their 2025 legislative sessions on the dates provided: Idaho (March 21), New Mexico (March 22), Kentucky (March 28) and South Dakota (March 31).
The following states have crossover deadlines on the dates provided: Iowa and Vermont (March 21) and West Virginia (April 2).
Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin has until March 24 to act on legislation or it becomes law without signature. Utah Republican Gov. Spencer Cox has until March 27 to act on legislation or it becomes law without signature. Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has 14 days from presentment to act on legislation or it is pocket vetoed. Wyoming Republican Gov. Mark Gordon has 15 days from presentment to act on legislation or it becomes law without signature.
Interim Committees/Prefiles
Louisiana is currently holding interim committee hearings.
Louisiana is currently posting prefiles and interim studies.
Special Elections
The following seats are expected to be filled by special election on March 25: Mississippi House districts 23 and 82, Pennsylvania House District 35 and Senate District 36 and South Carolina House District 113.
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