Governors and lawmakers say they’re getting serious about states’ rights

By: Kevin Hardy

Outlets: Stateline

Published: August 5, 2026

Words: 1,525

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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OKLAHOMA CITY — State leaders of both parties say the federal government — including the president — wields too much power, and they want to see more authority returned to the states.

Bipartisan groups of governors and state lawmakers held major gatherings in recent days where issues of state authority became a major focus. They agreed the federal government had grown too powerful and pushed for states to maintain control over elections, energy, education and …

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