In most states, “sore loser laws” prohibit changing one’s party designation between the primary and the general election. Connecticut and New York are the only states that allow it. Read more: bit.ly/4mmxs0K

NCSL celebrates its 50th anniversary with a visual exploration of the architectural splendor and historical significance of state capitol buildings across the United States and its territories. Buy your copy of 'Capitol Views' today: ncsl.org/capitol-views #NCSL50

Currently, 24 states have laws preventing municipal elections on federal election dates, seven states require states to have on-cycle elections, and 19 states give the option to cities to choose their own dates. Read more: bit.ly/3HW3C53

More kids than ever are using artificial intelligence chatbots, but how reliably does AI deliver the resources children need? Read more: bit.ly/489ScW8 #NCSLsummit

States are examining a range of policy options to increase access to both health care and concrete supports that can affect maternal health. Read more in this new report: bit.ly/3HvHDSy

NCSL’s Ag Task Force met in Boston in August to discuss federal tariff policies, the administration’s health policy agenda and energy projects on agricultural lands. Read more: bit.ly/46qBHnk #NCSLsummit

Developed by NCSL's Education Finance Fellowship, the "Principles of a Sound State Education Finance System" outlines a comprehensive framework to help state policymakers strengthen and evaluate their education funding systems. Read the full report here: bit.ly/42sCPEA

State legislatures are working to improve transparency and understanding of prison conditions, focusing on better data collection and oversight. Read more: bit.ly/3JTSmXu

NCSL submitted comments urging Congress and the Universal Service Fund Working Group to move forward with efforts modernize the USF to ensure affordable access to telecommunications for all Americans. Read the full letter: bit.ly/46IALea

In this issue of #CapitoltoCapitol: NCSL urges DOJ to withdraw request for information on state laws and regulations adversely affecting the economy, and updates from the Department of Education. Read more: bit.ly/4gvmNjb

Recent changes in federal rules regarding PFAS in drinking water have raised new issues and concerns for state and local governments. Read more: bit.ly/46iMwqd #NCSLsummit

More kids than ever are using artificial intelligence chatbots, but how reliably does AI deliver the resources children need? Read more: bit.ly/489ScW8 #NCSLsummit

Capital Forum is back with an "a!" Don’t miss the NCSL Capital Forum to engage with federal officials on the top issues being debated in Washington, D.C. Register now: NCSL.org/CapitalForum

The average time spent commuting in the U.S. was about 27 minutes one-way—and that’s including traveling by car solo, in carpools, on buses, trains or on foot. Learn more in today's #MapMonday: bit.ly/4glauWu

The leading organizations representing state and local governments are urging Congress to reauthorize the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program for an additional 10 years. Read the full letter: bit.ly/4mr8nSD

State legislatures are working to improve transparency and understanding of prison conditions, focusing on better data collection and oversight. Read more: bit.ly/3JTSmXu

In most states, “sore loser laws” prohibit changing one’s party designation between the primary and the general election. Connecticut and New York are the only states that allow it. Read more: bit.ly/4mmxs0K

Encouraging consumers to change the way they use energy in their homes can improve grid stability without the need to spend money on new infrastructure, two NCSL energy policy experts say. Read more: bit.ly/4nEw5M5

Each state has some form of restriction on political activities near polling places on election days. Find out which 10 states have statutory restrictions on apparel in the polling place and more: bit.ly/486n2ik

Recent changes in federal rules regarding PFAS in drinking water have raised new issues and concerns for state and local governments. Read more: bit.ly/46iMwqd #NCSLsummit