Weekly Brew: July 30, 2021

A weekly shot of this week's most viewed stories from Ballotpedia's Daily Brew

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Each week, we bring you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of July 26 - July 30. Read On Ballotpedia BALLOTPEDIA

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Minneapolis City Council votes to certify ballot language for initiative to replace police department The initiative would remove language on the city's police department from the city charter, create a department of public safety, and allow the new department to include "licensed peace officers if necessary.” The measure will appear on the Nov. 2 ballot. KEEP READING

Jake Ellzey wins runoff for Texas’ 6th Congressional District Jake Ellzey (R) won Tuesday's runoff election over Susan Wright (R) in Texas’ 6th Congressional District. The former incumbent, Rep. Ronald Wright (R), died on Feb. 7 from COVID-19 related complications. Susan Wright is Ronald Wright's widow. KEEP READING

Michigan Legislature approves indirect initiative repealing Emergency Powers of Governor Act The Emergency Powers of Governor Act was designed to empower the governor to issue rules and regulations to bring emergencies under control and protect life. The initiative repealing the law was first filed in June 2020, three months after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) issued the first coronavirus-related disaster declaration. KEEP READING

Here’s an update on the recall election of California Gov. Gavin Newsom Secretary of State Shirley Weber (D) released the final list of certified candidates on July 21. Forty-six candidates qualified for the recall, including nine Democrats, 24 Republicans, and 13 candidates with a third party or no party affiliation. Get more of the latest at the link below. KEEP READING

COVID-19 policy changes and events one year ago this week Each week, we feature a look back at the policy changes that were implemented due to COVID-19 at this time one year ago. Stay up to date with our coverage of the ongoing pandemic by signing up for our email newsletter at the link below. KEEP READING

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