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2025 State Policy Watchlist
Report Overview
The federal government has been slow to pass new laws. So state governments are stepping up to solve important problems. Bloomberg Government's 2025 State Policy Watchlist looks at five key areas where states are making big changes this year.
Why This Report Matters
States are making new laws to fill gaps when federal government doesn't act
88 places (23 states and 65 cities) will raise their minimum wages in 2025
20 states now have laws protecting people's online privacy as of January 2025
When many states do something, the federal government often follows
Knowing what states are doing helps you plan ahead
HFB Advocacy Center
The Houston Food Bank invites neighbors to take simple steps that add up: learn the basics, speak up, and lend a hand. Below are quick, clear actions sorted by time. Pick one that fits your day and follow the button to their site.
Houston Food Bank - State Legislative Priority Wins
Texas leaders approved steps that can reduce food insecurity and improve access to care. The state budget funds critical upgrades to the eligibility and enrollment system, HB 4226 makes it cheaper for food banks to operate trucks, and HB 26 authorizes “Food Is Medicine” supports—including a pilot for pregnant Texans. Together, these moves can help families get support faster and keep more healthy food moving to neighbors in need.
Mental Health America of Greater Houston
When people understand symptoms early and know where to go, recovery is faster and outcomes improve. MHA of Greater Houston builds community capacity—training schools and providers, linking families to help, and shaping policies that make care affordable, accessible, and stigma-free.