Virginia State of Emergency Declaration for Winter Weather

Virginia Governor declared a state of emergency on January 22, 2026, due to severe winter weather forecasts. This declaration directs state and local governments to prepare for and respond to the storm, with potential evacuations and penalties for non-compliance.

Executive Order on Public Safety and Policing

Virginia Governor issued Executive Order 12 establishing policy for public safety and constitutional policing. The order directs state law enforcement agencies to review and align their policies, training, and practices with the principles outlined, emphasizing community trust and constitutional standards.

Colorado Governor Issues Executive Orders in 2025

Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued 23 executive orders in 2025, covering a range of topics including appointments, pardons, disaster declarations, and policy directives. These orders establish task forces, amend existing disaster relief provisions, and address various state government functions and consumer-related issues.

Colorado Governor 2024 Executive Orders

This document lists the 2024 executive orders issued by the Governor of Colorado, categorized by type: appointments, creation of boards/commissions, and clemency grants. The orders cover judicial appointments, the establishment of new committees, and pardons.

Colorado Governor's 2022 Executive Orders

The Governor of Colorado issued 45 executive orders in 2022, covering appointments, commutations of sentence, and pardons. These orders are available upon request from the Governor's office.

Colorado Governor 2021 Executive Orders

The Governor of Colorado issued a series of executive orders in 2021, categorized as 'A' for appointments, 'B' for policy directives, and 'C' for commutations and pardons. These orders cover various state functions, including climate alignment and judicial clemency.

Coast Guard Discrimination: GAO Recommends Actions for Personnel

The GAO has released a report recommending actions for the Coast Guard to address inconsistencies in handling discrimination and harassment incidents affecting its 40,000 personnel. The report highlights differing interpretations of policies and a lack of standardized documentation processes, urging the Coast Guard to implement clearer definitions and a consistent collection system.

GAO Report on Service Member Absence Response Guidance

A GAO report released on February 12, 2026, identifies significant gaps in the Army, Navy, and Air Force's guidance for responding to absent service members. The report highlights inconsistencies in response timeframes, mental health considerations, and safety protocols, recommending improvements to prevent harm and save lives.

GAO Report on CBP Northern Border Challenges and Staffing Gaps

A GAO report highlights significant challenges faced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) along the northern border, including a more than threefold increase in apprehensions from FY 2019 to 2024 and critical staffing gaps for specialists monitoring surveillance technology. The report recommends CBP develop a plan to address these workforce shortages.

GAO Report on Do Not Pay System Benefits and SSA Death Data Costs

A GAO report highlights that the Treasury's Do Not Pay system, using SSA death data, is projected to yield $337 million in benefits over three years. However, increased SSA costs for state death records and improper cost allocation among agencies require attention.