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Serving in the GOP controlled Indiana legislature has been painful for some Black lawmakers, after they were heckled during a debate. It highlights the lack of diversity within state politics.

Virginia lawmakers wrapped up the final details of the legislative session this week, with three leaders who have drawn criticism and controversy still at the helm.

Virginia lawmakers wrapped up the legislative session this week, with three scandal-laden leaders still at the helm. Now, Gov. Ralph Northam is looking forward to his remaining three years in office.

Oregon Sen. Brian Boquist filed a lawsuit Tuesday in state tax court. He says Democrats illegally passed a bill earlier this year.

Gina Haspel testified at a Senate panel hearing on her nomination. Rachel Martin talks to Independent Sen. Angus King of Maine, who released a statement saying he could not back her nomination.

Recent appearances by the attorney general and a U.S. attorney at the White House podium have some current and former Justice Department officials worrying about law enforcement independence.

The bill, which provides $25 billion in aid, was passed in a rare Saturday session and requires the Postal Service to prioritize mail-in ballots this November. It's unlikely to advance in the Senate.

Utah lawmakers have decided to take on the state flag this legislative session. There's general agreement that the current flag needs an overhaul, but no consensus yet on what should replace it.

The Senate and House have both voted in favor of legislation that would reduce sentences for some drug crimes and offer training programs for prisoners.

A roughly $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill cleared a key hurdle in the Senate, paving the way for final Senate consideration and a looming showdown with progressive Democrats in the House.