For the Week of August 24, 2026
View our legislative session calendar here.
- In session or committee meetings: Blue
- Upcoming or in special session: Red
- Adjourned or in recess: Grey
Also meeting: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, PUERTO RICO, GUAM, NORTH MARIANA ISLANDS and UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS.
STATE AND LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS
CALIFORNIA
On August 25, the Riverside City Council will consider approval of the implementation of a new energy storage rebate program for residential demand side management incentives.
Contact: Stephanie Rojo
ILLINOIS
On August 24, the Evanston City Council will discuss the Millionaires' Tax Referendum on the Cook County Ballot. The Cook County Commissioners voted in July 2026 to place an advisory referendum on the November ballot asking voters whether Illinois should impose a 3% income tax surcharge on income over $1 million, with the new revenue split evenly between property tax relief and increased funding for public education. All Cook County voters, including Evanston residents, will see the question.
Contact: Stephanie Rojo
TEXAS
On August 25, the Corpus Christi City Council will consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 5 to modify short-term rental regulations, including modifying the definitions of Type 1 and Type 2 short-term rentals, providing for a penalty not to exceed $500, and requiring publication.
Contact: Stephanie Rojo
