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HOAs, condo association and strata corporations can hamper homeowners’ efforts to install heat pumps through procedural hurdles, restrictive rules, and outright bans. Policymakers can unlock a path for residents to access clean, efficient heating and cooling.

Homeowner Associations Are Standing in the Way of Heat Pumps Homeowner Associations Are Standing in the Way of Heat Pumps

You know what would make the problem of Alaska's double Dan Sullivans moot?

Party labels. https://www.sightline.org/2025/11/13/a-two-word-fix-for-alaskas-ballot-confusion/

Alaska Elections Division makes it official, says Dan J. Sullivan can’t run against Sen. Dan S. Sullivan - KFSK Alaska Director of Elections Carol Beecher issued a final determination Monday that Dan J. Sullivan of Petersburg can’t be on the ballot to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan.

This year, Northwest investor-owned utility companies plan to shell out $735M of their customers’ money to prevent fires, while pushing for policies to shield themselves from liability.

With ratepayers footing the bill, states would be smart to ramp up their ability to assess how cost-effectively the companies’ plans actually reduce risk.

Northwest Utilities’ Wildfire Risk—and Spending—Is Skyrocketing Northwest Utilities’ Wildfire Risk—and Spending—Is Skyrocketing

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📢 Happening TOMORROW night!

RepresentWomen and our partners are coming together for a one-hour webinar to dig into the data on women’s representation in the 2026 primary season.

You'll hear from:
🌟 Beth Hladick, Policy Director at Unite America
💫 Bianka Emerson, President of the Colorado Black Women for Political Action
✨ Sila Avcil, Executive Director at NM Voter First

We’ll also be providing data analysis from the Center for American Women and Politics!

This is your reminder to register and secure your spot!
📅 Tomorrow, June 10th
⏰ 7–8 PM ET

🔗 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xWEIj3qjQN6Bn9Y8nI-wVA

Washington's property tax system quietly rewards landowners who sit on vacant city lots.

A land value tax that lowers the tax on buildings and raises it on land would flip the incentive to encourage more homes and shops without touching a city's bottom line.

Yes, a Land Value Tax Is Possible in Washington State Yes, a Land Value Tax Is Possible in Washington State

We're looking for a contributor in British Columbia! Do you know a researcher, advocate, or writer who cares about cities and wants to shape housing policy?

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Tomorrow's primary election in Montana was shaped by a backroom deal.

How to Close Montana Primary Elections’ ‘Drop-and-Swap’ Loophole How to Close Montana Primary Elections’ ‘Drop-and-Swap’ Loophole