Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a new financial disclosure proposal she deemed a “political stunt.” The measure was spurred by concerns over a controversial 60% state contract handled by her Department of Child Safety.

Nebraska legislator Sen. Danielle Conrad has proposed a bill to require competitive bidding before the attorney general hires outside counsel costing more than $10,000. The measure, designed to promote accountability, has drawn resistance from the AG’s office, sparking debates over transparency and legal spending.