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Newsroom releasesSaskatchewan
Saskatchewan outlines new laws on health care, safety and affordability

Saskatchewan’s 2026 throne speech outlines proposed laws on health care, seniors’ care, public safety, artificial intelligence and other issues. The government also says it will raise the $65,000 income-tax threshold for a family of four in the spring budget, while reporting more than 60 major projects worth over $100 billion are underway.

Newsroom releasesNova Scotia
Halifax hearing will examine two discrimination complaints

An independent board of inquiry will begin hearing complaints by Rubin Coward and Kelli MacDonald in Halifax on Tuesday, November 3. Coward alleges discrimination based on race, colour, or ethnic or national origin; MacDonald alleges discrimination because of her association with him. The hearing is open to the public and media.

CER26-0236
District of Columbia

Council honors Talib Shakir

Bill CER26-0236, Council honors Talib Shakir, talib Shakir is honored by the Council for work with returning citizens in a ceremonial resolution. It is at Retained by the Council as of November 10, 2026. Sponsored by Robert White (Democratic), Christina Henderson, Wendell Felder, Trayon White, Anita Bonds, Janeese Lewis George, Zachary Parker, and Charles Allen.

SR 408
Pennsylvania

Residents urged to support veterans

Bill SR-408, Residents urged to support veterans, senate resolution would recognize November 17, 2026 as Pennsylvania Veterans Day of Caring and urge residents to support veterans through volunteering and community acts. It is at Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations as of October 27, 2026. Sponsored by Tracy Pennycuick (Republican), Joseph Picozzi, Rosemary Brown, Michele Brooks, Scott Martin, Sharif Street, Vincent Hughes, Kristin Phillips-Hill, Camera Bartolotta, Lynda Schlegel Culver, Doug Mastriano, Arthur Haywood, Patrick Stefano, and Judith Ward.

SB 1501
Pennsylvania

Freedmen Affairs Office Bill

Bill SB-1501, Freedmen Affairs Office Bill, governor would appoint the Freedmen Affairs Office executive director to study Reconstruction-era obligations and issue annual policy recommendations. It is at Referred to State Government as of October 26, 2026. Sponsored by Sharif Street (Democratic) and Amanda Cappelletti.

HR 673
Pennsylvania

Study on converting detention centers

Bill HR-673, Study on converting detention centers, pennsylvania House resolution would direct the Joint State Government Commission to study converting immigrant detention centers to community projects and report within 12 months. It is at Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs & Operations as of October 23, 2026. Sponsored by Christopher Rabb (Democratic), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, Nikki Rivera, Maureen Madden, Benjamin Waxman, Emily Kinkead, Ben Sanchez, Manuel Guzman, Dan Williams, Eddie Pashinski, and Ed Neilson.

HR1058
Illinois

House honors White Star Families

Bill HR-1058, House honors White Star Families, house would honor veterans who died from PTSD and their families as White Star Families; residents would be urged to connect them with mental health resources. It is at Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Stephanie A. Kifowit as of October 22, 2026. Sponsored by Stephanie Kifowit (Democratic).

H.Res.1637
United States

House resolution cites pay gaps for disabled women

Bill HRES-1637, House resolution cites pay gaps for disabled women, house resolution recognizes wage gaps for disabled women vs nondisabled men and reaffirms commitment to equal pay. It is at Introduced as of October 22, 2026. Sponsored by Lateefah Simon (D), Ayanna Pressley, and Emily Randall.

HR1057
Illinois

House honors Eagle Scout Nicholas Brooks

Bill HR-1057, House honors Eagle Scout Nicholas Brooks, house resolution would recognize Eagle Scout Nicholas Brooks for building seven bookcases and painting a children's ministry room. It is at Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Sue Scherer as of October 21, 2026. Sponsored by Sue Scherer (Democratic).

HR1056
Illinois

House honors Patti Gratton

Bill HR-1056, House honors Patti Gratton, the House would honor Patti Gratton with a resolution recognizing her retirement and 40-year service to adults with disabilities. It is at Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Ryan Spain as of October 20, 2026. Sponsored by Ryan Spain (Republican).

HR 666
Pennsylvania

House honors Gerald Kaufman

Bill HR-666, House honors Gerald Kaufman, house resolution would formally honor former representative Gerald Kaufman for civil rights, environmental rights, and public school integration; a copy would be sent to Mrs. It is at Adopted (203-0) as of October 20, 2026. Sponsored by Dan Frankel (Democratic).

OCC03660
Edmonton

Council to decide on advisory committee terms

Bill OCC03660, Council to decide on advisory committee terms, city Council will decide on updated terms of reference for the Family and Community Support Services Advisory Committee. It is at Committee decision as of October 19, 2026.

HR1053
Illinois

Resolution commends community leader Enoch Muhammad

Bill HR-1053, Resolution commends community leader Enoch Muhammad, lawmakers would formally commend Enoch Muhammad for 30 years of community service, with a copy of the resolution to be presented. It is at Filed with the Clerk by Rep. La Shawn K. Ford as of October 19, 2026. Sponsored by LaShawn Ford (Democratic).

A5683
New Jersey

Cannabis regulator funds social equity programs

Bill A-5683, Cannabis regulator funds social equity programs, bill would shift funding decisions from the Legislature to the Cannabis Regulatory Commission, enabling grants, loans, and other aid. It is at Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee as of October 19, 2026. Sponsored by Luanne Peterpaul (Democratic).

Newsroom releasesManitoba
Manitoba grant advances North Point Douglas women’s centre plans

Manitoba is providing $568,400 to help North Point Douglas Women’s Centre prepare plans for a new resource centre at 197 Euclid Ave. The proposed 10,500-square-foot centre would provide more space for services and cultural supports; a future phase could add up to 18 supportive housing units.

SB 1495
Pennsylvania

Veteran Suicide Data Task Force Bill

Bill SB-1495, Veteran Suicide Data Task Force Bill, the bill would create a DMVA task force to study veteran suicides and require county coroners to provide monthly data for two years. It is at Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness as of October 13, 2026. Sponsored by Tracy Pennycuick (Republican), Joseph Picozzi, Camera Bartolotta, Doug Mastriano, Scott Martin, Frank Farry, and Judith Ward.

HR1045
Illinois

House commends Kurtis Blow

Bill HR-1045, House commends Kurtis Blow, lawmakers would formally commend Kurtis Blow via a resolution for his music, mentorship and community service. It is at Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Yolonda Morris as of October 9, 2026. Sponsored by Lisa Davis (Democratic) and Yolanda Morris.

Newsroom releasesNova Scotia
Nova Scotia backs 44 projects for older adults

Nova Scotia’s Age-Friendly Communities Grant program is supporting 44 projects to help seniors stay healthy, active and connected. Examples include food and housing support for older veterans in Dartmouth and videos to help seniors use recreation equipment safely; applications for the next round close November 19.

SR 393
Pennsylvania

Senate honors YMCA for 175 years

Bill SR-393, Senate honors YMCA for 175 years, the resolution would recognize YMCA staff and volunteers and urge continued help for efforts to reduce social isolation. It is at Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations as of October 8, 2026. Sponsored by Kristin Phillips-Hill (Republican), Timothy Kearney, Vincent Hughes, David Argall, Joseph Picozzi, Christine Tartaglione, James Andrew Malone, Arthur Haywood, Scott Martin, Gene Yaw, Lynda Schlegel Culver, Elder Vogel, Carolyn Comitta, Sharif Street, Scott Hutchinson, Judith Ward, Jay Costa, and Patty Kim.

SR 389
Pennsylvania

Period Action Day recognized, barriers noted

Bill SR-389, Period Action Day recognized, barriers noted, the Senate would recognize October 10, 2026 as Period Action Day and urge lawmakers to enact free-period-product laws. It is at Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations as of October 8, 2026. Sponsored by Amanda Cappelletti (Democratic), Judy Schwank, Maria Collett, Arthur Haywood, Christine Tartaglione, Vincent Hughes, Lindsey Williams, Carolyn Comitta, John Kane, Jay Costa, and Patty Kim.

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