The impacts of the 2018 elections were felt in the 2019 state legislative sessions across the country. While charter school supporters continued to rack up legislative victories on increasing funding and facilities support, strengthening accountability, and protecting autonomy, they also faced political climates in several states that were fiercely hostile as a result of the 2018 elections. This paper summarizes the notable gains charter advocates won in many states, as well as the threats faced in hostile climates.