Wednesday - September 16, 2026

States, Cities and Counties

Here's a look at documents covering state government, cities and counties

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Pa. State Dept. Launches 2026-27 Governor's Civic Engagement Award Program on National Voter Registration Day
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of State issued the following news release:

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Department of State Launches 2026-27 Governor's Civic Engagement Award Program on National Voter Registration Day

September 15, 2026

Harrisburg, PA - The Department of State launched the 2026-27 Governor's Civic Engagement Award (GCEA) program for Pennsylvania high school students today on National Voter Registration Day.

"What better way to celebrate National Voter Registration Day than by highlighting a program that encourages young people to learn about and engage their peers ... Show Full Article
N.H. Gov. Ayotte Receives Resignation of New Hampshire Supreme Court Chief Justice MacDonald
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Sept. 16 -- Gov. Kelly Ayotte, R-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on Sept. 15, 2026:

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Governor Receives Resignation of New Hampshire Supreme Court Chief Justice MacDonald

CONCORD, NH - Today, the Office of Governor Kelly Ayotte released the following statement from spokesman John Corbett:

"Governor Ayotte has received the resignation of New Hampshire Supreme Court Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald effective today."

Read the letter of resignation (https://mm.nh.gov/files/uploads/governor/documents/macdonald-resignation.pdf).

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September 15, 2026

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Maine State Sen. Ingwersen Celebrates Community Action Grants Awarded to Municipalities and Service Providers for Projects in Biddeford, Dayton, Hollis and Lyman
AUGUSTA, Maine, Sept. 16 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Henry Ingwersen, D-Arundel:

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Sen. Ingwersen celebrates Community Action Grants awarded to municipalities and service providers for projects in Biddeford, Dayton, Hollis and Lyman

Posted: September 15, 2026 | Senator Ingwersen

The funds awarded will support storm recovery and resilience projects to protect Maine people, businesses and infrastructure.

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AUGUSTA -- Sen. Henry Ingwersen, D-Arundel, is pleased to announce that municipalities and service providers across Senate District ... Show Full Article
Maine Secretary of State: US Supreme Court Upholds Right to Vote by Mail
AUGUSTA, Maine, Sept. 16 -- The Maine Secretary of State issued the following news release:

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US Supreme Court Upholds Right to Vote by Mail

AUGUSTA, MAINE - Absentee voting by mail will continue just as it has in prior elections, announced Secretary of State Shenna Bellows today. The US Supreme Court rejected the US Postal Service and Trump Administration's quest to change the rules for mailed ballots. States including the State of Maine had filed a lawsuit to challenge the Trump Executive Order and US Postal Service rule that would have dramatically limited the ability of clerks to mail ... Show Full Article
Gov. Abbott Issues Letter to Texas Water Development Board Chairwoman Stepney, Executive Administrator McMath
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following letter to Texas Water Development Board Chairwoman L'Oreal Stepney and Executive Administrator Bryan McMath:

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Here is the text of the letter:

September 14, 2026

L'Oreal Stepney, P.E.

Chairwoman

Texas Water Development Board

1700 North Congress Avenue

Austin, Texas 78701

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Mr. Bryan McMath

Executive Administrator

Texas Water Development Board

1700 North Congress Avenue

Austin, Texas 78701

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Dear Chairwoman Stepney and Administrator McMath:

Major water users, including data centers, appear ... Show Full Article
Del. A.G. Jennings Issues Statement Following Supreme Court Victory on Mail-in Voting
DOVER, Delaware, Sept. 16 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release:

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AG Jennings issues statement following Supreme Court victory on mail-in voting

Date Posted: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court siding with her and her co-plaintiffs and refusing to allow the Trump Administration's proposed takeover of mail-in voting from going into effect:

"This attempt by the Trump Administration to interfere with mail voting for our midterm elections is over.

In ... Show Full Article
Ariz. Corporation Commission: September 10, 2026 Open Meeting Highlights
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 16 -- The Arizona Corporation Commission issued the following news release:

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September 10, 2026 Open Meeting Highlights

Phoenix, Ariz. -- The Arizona Corporation Commission voted on 23 matters, including securities, telecommunications, utilities, water and ACC Rulemaking. Highlights from the meeting include:

Utilities:

* Arizona Public Service Company

* Trico Electric Cooperative, Inc.

* Voyager at White Mountain Lakes Water Company, Inc. and Silver Creek Water Company

* Bermuda Water Company, Inc.

* Rainbow Parks, Inc. D/B/A Escapees at North Ranch

Arizona ... Show Full Article