The pirate jokes have run their course in the Senate this morning, as Sen. Vince Illuzzi is back with eye patch in place.

The Legislature, which normally doesn't meet on Mondays, is very much in full swing. Surely, you read about the end being near this morning, but if not go HERE.

The Senate is debating economic development. The House has sexting and Selective Service on its mind. An interesting debate about whether one should connect getting a driver's license and signing up for Selective Service.

Budget deal, you ask? Well, not yet. It could still emanate from under a door somewhere, though.

- Terri Hallenbeck