lawmakers

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In 2025, California state lawmakers authorized $225.7 million in spending for offshore wind ports and related facilities.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok opened the session, welcoming lawmakers elected in the April 12 general election, who are set to vote this afternoon to appoint Magyar as head of government.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

Viewing access and affordability issues have galvanized some conservative lawmakers and consumer advocates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

In Virginia, lawmakers must vote on a change to the Constitution in two successive legislative terms, with an intervening election occurring between them, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

It's also a tradition of high pageantry, in which lawmakers dramatically express their approval or disapproval of the president’s ideas by either leaping to their feet in repeat standing ovations or remaining seated and sullen.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama