Sales and Use Tax - Certificates Indicating Multiple Points of Use - Alterations

Maryland Senate Bill 644 passed the Senate, modifying sales and use tax certificate requirements for digital products. The bill provides that a certificate indicating multiple points of use of digital codes, digital products, and taxable services shall be deemed fully completed under certain circumstances, and buyers are no longer required to obtain prior approval from the Comptroller to present such certificates to vendors. The Act applies retroactively. Affected parties include vendors and buyers of digital codes, digital products, and taxable services in Maryland.

Maryland SB312 establishes constitutional officer salaries

Maryland Senate Bill 312 passed the legislature on March 18, 2026, establishing annual salaries for four constitutional statewide officers: the Comptroller, Treasurer, Attorney General, and Secretary of State. The bill cleared both chambers with a 39-7 Senate vote after review by the Budget and Taxation and Appropriations committees. Implementation will require budget adjustments and payroll updates for the affected statewide offices.

Alpha Day Resolution honoring Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

The South Carolina Senate adopted Resolution S1105 on April 7, 2026, honoring Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. for 119 years of community contributions. The resolution declares April 14, 2026 as 'Alpha Day at the State Capitol' and encourages all citizens to recognize the fraternity's commitment to strengthening communities.

Bioenergy Carbon Neutrality Definitions - H3967

South Carolina Governor signed H3967 into law, adding Section 48-23-185 to the South Carolina Code of Laws. The legislation defines 'biomass' and related terms, and establishes that energy produced from certain sources must be considered carbon neutral while energy from other specified sources must be considered carbon negative. The bill, which passed unanimously in both chambers, is focused on bioenergy and forest products.

Senate Resolution Honoring Phillips Family Reunion

The South Carolina Senate adopted Resolution S1104 on April 7, 2026, recognizing and honoring members of the Phillips Family upon the occasion of their family reunion. The resolution was sponsored by Senator Russell Ott and represents a ceremonial acknowledgment by the state legislature. This non-binding legislative action carries no regulatory requirements or compliance obligations.

Board of Funeral Services Continuing Education Requirements

South Carolina Governor signed S0583 amending Section 40-19-250 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to revise continuing education requirements for funeral service licensees under the Board of Funeral Examiners. The bill modifies physical attendance requirements for continuing education instruction, creates an exception to those requirements, and provides a statutory definition of "physical attendance." The legislation passed unanimously in both chambers (Senate 43-0, House 102-0) before being ratified and signed into law.

Emergency Appropriation - Government Operations Funding

New York State Governor signed S09818 into Chapter 100 law, providing emergency appropriation for state government operations through April 14, 2026. The bill received message of necessity treatment allowing expedited passage. This enables continued funding of government services during the specified period.

Consolidates Department of Public Safety Offices

Mississippi HB1612 consolidates offices within the Department of Public Safety and makes targeted amendments to several state code sections. The bill removes a repealer on emergency telecommunications training fees, increases the state medical examiner autopsy fee, raises vehicle safety inspection fees for branded titles, and extends general police powers to officers assigned to protect state officials or dignitaries.

Kentucky HB642 - Teachers Retirement System Reforms

Kentucky Governor signed HB642 into law (Acts Ch. 34) on April 7, 2026, enacting comprehensive reforms to the Kentucky Teachers' Retirement System. The legislation amends multiple KRS sections affecting survivor benefits eligibility, retired member earning thresholds, pension waiver program reinstatement, and new index fund investment options. Changes take effect immediately upon signing.

Kentucky HB379 - Postsecondary Education Reform Bill Vetoed

Governor Andy Beshear vetoed Kentucky HB379 on April 6, 2026. The bill would have amended multiple sections of Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter 164 to restructure postsecondary education governance, codify the Commonwealth Education Continuum, and modify Board of Student Body Presidents attachment to the Council on Postsecondary Education. The House attempted to override the veto on February 13, 2026 with a 92-0 vote, but the Senate sustained the veto on March 25, 2026.