The importance of the natural gas industry is emerging as a top issue among Republican contenders for governor before the state’s May 17 primary.
Questions about energy, schools and other national political themes have dominated recent forums held by local party organizations, business advocacy groups and other conservative groups.
The long-time lawmaker’s coverage area was significantly changed to be more Democrat and diverse.
To land a major party convention, leaders must spend significant time and money courting donors to bankroll the event.
The State Government Committee passed, on party lines, a plan to replace the existing Legislative Reapportionment Commission with an 11-member panel of appointees that would have a distinct Republican slant under the state’s existing political dynamic.
