%20%20--%3E%0A%3Csvg%20version%3D%221.1%22%20id%3D%22Layer_1%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20xmlns%3Axlink%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F1999%2Fxlink%22%20x%3D%220px%22%20y%3D%220px%22%0A%09%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20684.6%2068.1%22%20style%3D%22enable-background%3Anew%200%200%20684.6%2068.1%3B%22%20xml%3Aspace%3D%22preserve%22%3E%0A%3Cg%3E%0A%09%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M444.1%2C29.3h-17.4v14.5h17.4V29.3z%20M36.4%2C68.1l29.3-50.8V0H50.4L32.9%2C36.8L15.5%2C0H0v68.1h16.7V45.8l12.4%2C22.3H36.4z%0A%09%09%20M49.1%2C68.1h16.6V23.4L49.1%2C52.1V68.1z%20M76.6%2C68.1h45V53.8H93.3V41.6h21V27.1h-21V14.8h28.3V0.1h-45V68.1z%20M175.6%2C68.1h17.3v-68%0A%09%09h-16.5v40.3L150%2C0.1h-17.6v68h16.7V27.7L175.6%2C68.1z%20M235.8%2C14.8h15.4V0.1h-47.4v14.7H219v53.2h16.8V14.8z%20M290.3%2C45.9h-17.1%0A%09%09l7.5-15.6h2L290.3%2C45.9z%20M298.7%2C68.1h18l-32.2-68h-5.7l-32%2C68h18l3.3-7.1h27.1L298.7%2C68.1z%20M325.2%2C68.1h46.2V53.8h-29.6V0.1h-16.7%0A%09%09V68.1z%20M423.7%2C14.8h27.2V0.1H407v68h16.7V14.8z%20M462%2C68.1h46.2V53.8h-29.6V0.1H462V68.1z%20M564.8%2C34.1c0%2C10.7-7.2%2C19.2-18.5%2C19.2%0A%09%09c-11.4%2C0-18.5-8.5-18.5-19.2s7.1-19.2%2C18.5-19.2C557.6%2C14.9%2C564.8%2C23.4%2C564.8%2C34.1%20M580.6%2C34.1c0-19-14.2-34-34.3-34%0A%09%09c-20.2%2C0-34.3%2C15-34.3%2C34c0%2C19%2C14.1%2C34%2C34.3%2C34C566.4%2C68.1%2C580.6%2C53.1%2C580.6%2C34.1%20M604.8%2C20.5c0-4.1%2C3.3-6.2%2C6.7-6.2%0A%09%09c4.4%2C0%2C6.6%2C3%2C6.6%2C6.6h14.7C631.8%2C9.1%2C625.1%2C0.1%2C611%2C0.1c-12%2C0-21.7%2C9.3-21.7%2C20.6c0%2C10.9%2C5.9%2C15.9%2C16.7%2C19.8%0A%09%09c5.2%2C1.8%2C11.5%2C3.2%2C11.5%2C8c0%2C3.3-2.4%2C5.5-6.4%2C5.5c-3.6%2C0-6.6-3-6.6-6.7h-15.2c0%2C11.5%2C7.9%2C20.8%2C21.8%2C20.8c12%2C0%2C21.6-9.3%2C21.6-20.6%0A%09%09c0-10-5.3-16.4-16.7-19.8C610.6%2C26.1%2C604.8%2C25.3%2C604.8%2C20.5%20M670%2C20.9h14.7C683.8%2C9.1%2C677.1%2C0.1%2C663%2C0.1c-12%2C0-21.7%2C9.3-21.7%2C20.6%0A%09%09c0%2C10.9%2C5.9%2C15.9%2C16.7%2C19.8c5.2%2C1.8%2C11.5%2C3.2%2C11.5%2C8c0%2C3.3-2.4%2C5.5-6.4%2C5.5c-3.6%2C0-6.6-3-6.6-6.7h-15.2c0%2C11.5%2C7.9%2C20.8%2C21.8%2C20.8%0A%09%09c12%2C0%2C21.6-9.3%2C21.6-20.6c0-10-5.3-16.4-16.7-19.8c-5.4-1.6-11.3-2.4-11.3-7.2c0-4.1%2C3.3-6.2%2C6.7-6.2C667.7%2C14.4%2C670%2C17.3%2C670%2C20.9%0A%09%09%22%2F%3E%0A%3C%2Fg%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E%0A)
What’s the Gubernatorial Line of Succession in the United States?
The lieutenant governor is to the gubernatorial line of succession what the vice president is to the presidential line of succession. Yes, there are exceptions.
GOVERNMENT
Why You Should Never Laminate Your Social Security Card
Is it illegal to laminate your social security card? No, but the Social Security Administration advises against it—here’s why.
Why Do Police Officers Wear Blue?
The dark blue uniforms worn by police officers date back to the early police departments of the 19th century.
You Can Help the National Archives Keep a Photographic Record of World War I
The National Archives needs citizens to help make its collection of WWI photographs and historical documents searchable.
What Exactly Does a Notary Public Do?
You may have seen a legal document asking for a notary public's stamp of approval. Here's why, and how to find one.
Why Are Lengthy Bureaucratic Processes Known As Red Tape?
Bureaucratic red tape is a tale as old as time. Or, to be a little more precise, roughly 400 years old.
A High Schooler Will Have Their Hannibal Fan Art Displayed at the U.S. Capitol
A high school student's 'Hannibal' fan art was selected as a winner of the Congressional Art Competition and will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol building.
The FCC Is Helping Americans Pay Their Internet Bills—Here’s Who Qualifies
The December 2020 COVID-19 relief package is helping ease the financial burden of internet access for qualifying residents.
When a Founding Father Invited Prince Henry of Prussia to Rule America
As part of the "Prussian scheme," some of America's Founding Fathers invited the Prince of Prussia to rule the United States as king.
The FDA Wants to Ban All Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars
Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S., and it’s also exacerbating health disparities.
Which Trailblazing Women Should Be Featured on Quarters? The U.S. Mint Wants Your Suggestions
Sally Ride and Maya Angelou are the first two honorees, but you can help decide which other important women from history to feature on the collectible coins.
Thomas James Holden, the First Fugitive on the FBI's Most Wanted List
The FBI’s 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list has helped track down some of America’s most dangerous criminals since 1950. Thomas James Holden was the first man to appear on the list.
Memorial Day 2021: What's Open? What's Closed?
Before writing plans for Memorial Day, check which businesses and institutions will be closed on the federal holiday.
Operation Underworld: When the U.S. Government Teamed Up With the Mafia to Fight Fascists During World War II
“Lucky” Luciano and Meyer Lansky took New York’s underworld undercover during World War II—and Luciano did it all from prison.
Waiting for a Stimulus Check? This Online Calculator Will Tell You How Much to Expect
The American Rescue Plan includes a third round of stimulus checks for up to $1400. Use this calculator to see how much you're eligible to receive.
John F. Kennedy’s Harvard Sweater, Plus Locks of Abe Lincoln and George Washington’s Hair, Are Among Presidential Oddities Up for Auction
Six months after JFK’s assassination, a staff member lent his Harvard cardigan to a cold CBS cameraman. It could now fetch $35,000.
The 12 Most Googled Questions About the White House, Answered
The White House’s location hasn’t ever changed, but it’s seen a lot of renovations in its 229 years.
Tennessee Is One Step Closer to Getting a Dolly Parton Statue on Capitol Hill
After funding COVID-19 vaccine research and donating millions of books to kids, Dolly Parton definitely deserves a statue or two.
The White House Is Reinstating Plans to Replace Andrew Jackson With Harriet Tubman on $20 Bills
The plan to replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill with Harriet Tubman was announced in 2016, but it’s been delayed for a while.
The CIA’s Entire Collection of Declassified UFO Documents Is Now Available to Download
The CIA has been investigating UFO news and sightings for decades, and you can now use their intel for your own research.
Area 51 Alert: U.S. Intelligence Agencies Have Been Given 180 Days to Disclose All UFO Information
A new omnibus spending bill includes a requirement for government agencies to disclose what they've learned about UFOs.
11 Presidential Facts About Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Most people know that Franklin Delano Roosevelt was the only U.S. President who served more than two terms. Here are some other FDR facts you may not have learned in your history classes.
What's Open and What's Closed on Martin Luther King Day 2021
From banks to National Parks, here's how businesses and institutions will be impacted by Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 18, 2021.
Did You Have a Baby in 2020? You Might Be Entitled to $1100 in Extra Stimulus Cash
Early stimulus payments may have only accounted for babies you had in 2019, not babies that arrived in 2020. Here's how to monetize your moppet.