A movement by some Democratic voters to investigate the results of the 2024 presidential election mirrors a push by Republicans in 2020. But it’s struggling.
Category: States (US)
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Why States Are Offering Workers at Private Companies Access to I.R.A.s
With the plans, workers are automatically enrolled and contribute through payroll deductions. The goal is to help more Americans save for retirement.
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Alabama Prison Labor Program Faces Legal Challenges
A work-release program for Alabama prisoners provides labor for corporations and income for the state. Lawsuits are challenging its constitutionality.
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States Revive Lawsuit to Sharply Curb Access to Abortion Pill
The Supreme Court ruled in June that the original plaintiffs, anti-abortion doctors and groups, did not have standing to sue. Now three states are trying to continue the legal fight.
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How States Are Enticing Employers to Help Their Workers Save for College
With college costs high, at least eight states now offer tax credits or deductions for employers that contribute to workers’ 529 accounts.
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Surviving Spouses May Not Be Responsible for Partners’ Medical Bills
A call from a debt collector may add to the challenges that bereaved people are already dealing with. But spouses “should not assume that they have to pay.”
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I.V.F. Threats in Alabama Drive Clinics to Ship Out Embryos
A court ruling that deemed frozen embryos “children” has motivated some patients and clinics to move embryos out of red states.
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Maine Will Vote on a New State Flag
A state committee selected a contest winner from more than 400 submissions. The Chuck Norris flag didn’t make the cut.
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Maine Will Vote on a New State Flag
A state committee selected a contest winner from more than 400 submissions. The Chuck Norris flag didn’t make the cut.