Delaware
Conservation Plan Released
A state-supervised nonprofit would help consumers, businesses, and builders switch to energy-efficient appliances and small-scale renewable energy projects under a plan released by a state task force. Officials say the approach could cut energy waste by 30% by 2015.
Source: The News Journal

Idaho
Regional Hub Plan Stalls
Legislators ended the session without providing funding for a proposed Inland Pacific Hub that would try to position the North Idaho-Eastern Washington region as a center for global commerce.
Source: The Spokesman-Review

Minnesota
State Signs Investment Agreement With China
State and Chinese officials signed a letter of understanding calling for them to meet annually to discuss ways to enhance Chinese investment in Minnesota. The agreement calls for trade fairs and other events in China.
Source: The Post Bulletin

New Jersey
Paid Leave Bill Advances
A Senate panel approved a bill that would force employers to provide workers with up to 10 weeks' paid time off to care for sick family members, newborns, and newly adopted children. Small businesses are concerned about potential abuse of the policy and having to hire temporary workers or pay overtime.
Source: Asbury Park Press

North Dakota
Bill Addresses Workforce Development
Gov. John Hoeven (R) signed a bill giving the state Department of Commerce $8 million to ramp up workforce development. The department will increase the workforce development staff and expand programs.
Source: The Grand Forks Herald