What to expect in Virginia's special congressional election | AP News
Voters in the northern Virginia suburbs of Washington will choose a replacement Tuesday for the late Democratic Rep.| AP News
I was born in 1967 in Chalmette, Louisiana (St. Bernard Parish), a suburb of New Orleans so close to the city that is is the actual site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans. I did not know that my father moved to Chalmette in the mid-1950s as part of the “white flight” from New […]| deutsch29: Mercedes Schneider's Blog
Voters in the northern Virginia suburbs of Washington will choose a replacement Tuesday for the late Democratic Rep.| AP News
The Committee to Protect Journalists joined 20 other civil society groups calling on Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu to withdraw the proposed Maldives Media and Broadcasting Regulation Bill, warning it poses a grave threat to press freedom and media independence. If passed, the bill would empower a new state-controlled regulator with sweeping powers to suspend media outlets, block...| Committee to Protect Journalists
Key Points: League of Arizona Cities and Towns seeks legislation to regulate short-term rentals Municipalities want to limit short-term rental licenses to address housing challenges Short-term rentals make up 10% […]| Arizona Capitol Times
Assessing the compliance of Steer-by-Wire systems for Individual Vehicle Approval Approval of vehicles through Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) is regulated by the Road Vehicles (Approval) Regulations 2020 (SI 2020 No. 818). As detailed in this legislation, steering systems are required to provide evidence of compliance to Directive 70/311/EEC (as last amended by Directive 1999/7/EC).... The post Assessing the compliance of Steer-by-Wire systems for Individual Vehicle Approval appeared fi...| Vehicle Certification Agency
We recently wrote about a federal case here and here involving key issues related to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF)| Tobacco Law Blog
The 119th Congress Poses a New Opportunity to Protect Whistleblower Rights for Federal Judiciary Employees Author: Olivia Hynes Nobody wants their civil rights to be violated by their employer. However, it is a sad reality that many Americans face. When it happens, though, there are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) institutions in place to guide [...] The post The 119th Congress Poses a New Opportunity to Protect Whistleblower Rights for Federal Judiciary Employees appeared first on Gov...| Government Accountability Project
The UK’s new Labour government took power last summer, promising a renewable energy revolution, with solar playing a lead role.| PV Tech
The broadest Republican-led fee elimination bill in history will improve the lives of millions of Oklahomans. Contact: Michael Paul Jackson, Fines and Fees Justice Center mjackson@finesandfeesjusticecenter.org OKLAHOMA CITY — Today, ... The post Press Release: Gov. Kevin Stitt holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for HB 1460, a Groundbreaking Law Ending Fees in Oklahoma appeared first on Fines and Fees Justice Center.| Fines and Fees Justice Center
Boy Scout Troop 1571 touring the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74) in 2018, docked at Naval Base Kitsap–Bremerton, Washington State. Photo courtesy of the author.| Journal of Political Risk
Colombia's ANLA has released a statement clarifying that gradient well drilling for geothermal exploration is not subject to environmental licensing. The post Colombia announces relaxed regulations on geothermal gradient well drilling first appeared on ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal News & Insights.| ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal News & Insights
The current pricing mechanism for geothermal power plants in Türkiye needs to be improved to draw more investment, according to JED Chairman Ali Kindap. The post The geothermal sector in Türkiye needs a better pricing mechanism to attract investment first appeared on ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal News & Insights.| ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal News & Insights
A research commission of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has published a report on the state's geothermal heat potential, with a focus on mine water sources. The post Pennsylvania State Commission publishes research report on potential geothermal sites first appeared on ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal News & Insights.| ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal News & Insights
PV Tech Premium hears from Renewable Properties and Silicon Ranch about the new 'start of construction' rules for US solar projects.| PV Tech
Today’s tumultuous legislative environment, including the proposed rule for 2026 home health care and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), is challenging home-based care providers’ financial bottom lines. However, most home health care leaders see hope on the horizon and predict a positive outlook for 2025 – with some strategic adjustments. A common theme […] The post Tension Between Demand Growth, Rate Pressure Shape At-Home Care Playbooks appeared first on Home Health Care News.| Home Health Care News
On Aug. 20, a three-judge panel of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals paved the way for the Trump administration to end temporary protected status (TPS) for over 63,000 immigrants from Nicaragua, Honduras and Nepal – some of whom are vital to the home-based care industry’s workforce. The panel of judges reversed a lower court […] The post Court Ends Immigration Protections For 3 Countries, Deepening Home-Based Care Staffing Crisis appeared first on Home Health Care News.| Home Health Care News
Governor of New Jersey, US, Phil Murphy, signed legislation into law to reach 2,000MW of energy storage capacity by 2030, and nearly doubling the state’s clean energy capacity.| Energy-Storage.News
California’s decades-long role as a climate action pioneer is facing serious headwinds. While the Trump administration and its allies have launched a full-scale attack on clean technologies, state leaders are also wrestling with an electorate now more focused on lowering prices than environmental protection. Energy costs stand in the middle. This dynamic is playing out … Continue reading "Leveraging Cap-And-Trade Proceeds for Long-Term Utility Bill Savings and Pollution Reduction"| Legal Planet
Cancer patients across the state of Texas have just gained important protections to help safeguard their ability to become parents after cancer treatment. Led by bill authors Representative Angie Chen Button and Senator Tan Parker, HB 1649 passed the Texas House and Senate by wide margins, and Governor Greg Abbott signed the bill into law...Details| Alliance for Fertility Preservation
The Alliance for Fertility Preservation Supports reversing the gestational surrogacy ban in New York. We want to alert you to an important advocacy event around family building. We hope you’ll either join us, help spread the word or send letters of support to your lawmakers. The New York Child-Parent Security Act In addition, AFP will...Details| Alliance for Fertility Preservation
The Alliance for Fertility Preservation Supports the Colorado Building Families Act We want to alert you to an important advocacy event around family building. We hope you’ll either join us, help spread the word or send letters of support to your lawmakers and representatives. The Colorado Building Families Act On Thursday, February 6th, AFP will...Details| Alliance for Fertility Preservation
The post I Was a Sex Buyer. Here’s Why We Must End the Demand appeared first on Exodus Cry.| Exodus Cry
A bill that originally would have forced landlords to translate an eviction complaint and summons into multiple languages has been amended to shift that responsibility to the courts, thanks to… The post CAA advocacy leads to major improvements in translation bill appeared first on California Apartment Association.| California Apartment Association
U.S. v. Skrmetti is the lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s gender affirming youth care ban. It was argued in front of the Supreme Court in December, 2024, and we expect a ruling sometime in June, 2025. Soon. This could have a huge impact on youth care in the United States. The Supreme Court’s yearly calendar ends at […]| QueerDoc • Trans Online Doctors Office
One evidence review of the literature on gender affirming care for youth. Two evidence reviews on gender affirming care for youth. Three evidence reviews on gender affirming care for youth! (Well, “evidence review” might be stretching it for two of these three.) So many reviews! First we had the Cass Report out of the UK, […]| QueerDoc • Trans Online Doctors Office
As of Jan 1, 2026, WA State will require insurance reimbursement for 12-month prescriptions for gender affirming medications.| QueerDoc • Transgender and Gender Diverse Online Healthcare
The following list summarizes top priority bills for the California Chamber of Commerce and their status as of July 18, when the Legislature began its summer recess. The post CalChamber Status Update Report on Major Legislation for Business appeared first on CalChamber Alert.| CalChamber Alert
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In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss recent California regulations... The post Pending Automated Decision-Making Systems (ADS) Legislation, Regulations first appeared on HRWatchdog.| HRWatchdog
Another city seeks to require paper versions of all digital grocery discounts.| Coupons in the News
DataBreaches is generally a great fan of state attorneys general taking enforcement action stemming from data breaches where the security was really subpar or the entity did not notify those affected in a reasonable amount of time. But two enforcement actions in New York have me wondering if the state has been a bit unfair... Source| DataBreaches.Net
Cat Packer’s journey from Ohio law student to leading Los Angeles’s cannabis regulation shows the power of equity-focused reform in shaping the future of legalization.| Cannabis & Tech Today
Welcome to the latest edition of “Last week in Weed,” catching you up on the latest breaking news and industry developments in the world of cannabis.| Cannabis & Tech Today
The fight between hemp and cannabis is escalating. Ellen Marion calls for science-based regulation, education, and unity to protect access and industry growth.| Cannabis & Tech Today
With a new DEA Administrator on the horizon, cannabis rescheduling hangs in the balance. Will enforcement priorities shift away from prohibition and toward organized crime?| Cannabis & Tech Today
Welcome to the latest edition of “Last week in Weed,” catching you up on the latest breaking news and industry developments in the world of cannabis. Here’s what you may […]| Cannabis & Tech Today
Welcome to the latest edition of “Last week in Weed,” catching you up on the latest breaking news and industry developments in the world of cannabis. Here’s what you may […]| Cannabis & Tech Today
A new bill could end federal restrictions on cannabis research. The EBDPA lets science—not politics—guide policy on cannabis.| Cannabis & Tech Today
Last Prisoner Project is helping right the wrongs of cannabis prohibition with $2 million raised for justice reform.| Cannabis & Tech Today
Over the weekend, the Senate passed the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, a credit union-supported bill, aimed at stopping the practice of trigger leads, Emily Claus reports.| CUSO Magazine ®
Last month, Mayor Daniel Lurie introduced legislation that bans oversized vehicles from parking on all city streets for more than 2 hours at a time, essentially creating a citywide ban […]| San Francisco Bicycle Coalition
Take the next steps to stop a tax increase this year in California.| CaNorml.org
An SPL supporter asked why we oppose criminalizing women who get abortions. We emailed for a few days. Here's a summary of my responses.| Secular Pro-Life
Shield laws allow abortion providers to give abortion pills to women in pro-life states, bringing patient safety - legality - into question.| Secular Pro-Life
The U.S. Hemp Roundtable is proud to announce the launch of our Farmer Advisory Council. This initiative is designed to elevate the voices of hemp farmers nationwide, ensuring their experiences ...| U.S. Hemp Roundtable
Thanks to the extraordinary support of Senator Rand Paul, a deal has been reached to remove the hemp-killing language in the Senate Appropriations bill that was authored by Rep. Andy ...| U.S. Hemp Roundtable
Only 25 of 95 stories about proposed legislation or other official actions targeting transgender people included a quote from a transgender person; only 9 of the 95 included professionals with experience on the topic.| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
The NGO Shipbreaking Platform celebrates British Columbia’s decision to cancel the Crown land lease held by Deep Water Recovery Ltd. (DWR) in Union Bay, effectively halting... Read More The post Press Release – Province shuts down hazardous shipbreaking at Union Bay appeared first on NGO Shipbreaking Platform.| NGO Shipbreaking Platform
While some harmful proposals remain active, CAA has successfully halted or significantly amended numerous negative bills that were a priority for CAA this year. Some of these bills have been… The post CAA has stopped or significantly amended slate of negative priority bills appeared first on California Apartment Association.| California Apartment Association
While the California Apartment Association has already sidelined some of this year’s most troublesome rental housing legislation, several priority bills that threaten California’s rental housing industry remain in play and… The post Lawmakers to resume debate on troubling rental housing bills after summer recess appeared first on California Apartment Association.| California Apartment Association
The state’s largest gas utilities are trying to delay priority zones for decarbonization and to block public access to important data.| Legal Planet
A DCR spokesperson said that the parkways, several of which were originally designed by the Olmsted brothers to be scenic links in a regional parks system, "no longer served a park purpose."| mass.streetsblog.org
The recent enactment of H.R. 1, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), should be a significant boost for the communications industry. Along with reinstating FCC spectrum The post Unpacking the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”: What H.R. 1 Means for Communications Businesses. appeared first on Wireless Infrastructure Association.| Wireless Infrastructure Association
The Defense Production Act (DPA) has long been viewed as the primary federal mechanism for managing and supporting defense production. Since it was| Inside Government Contracts
Learn why website accessibility is so important for online businesses and why you need to adapt your site to make it user-friendly for all.| Artemis Marketing
Gratitude and a bit of gloating, at a community meeting about a first-in-the-nation digital deal ordinance.| Coupons in the News
Slave-Free Alliance is calling for the UK Government to consider the human impacts of introducing new legislation to tackle forced labour in supply chains. Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights (JCHR) concluded in its latest report (published yesterday) that the UK is falling behind other international markets, such as the U.S. and the E.U., in| Slave-Free Alliance
Late last month, Puerto Rico’s Senate voted to advance a bill that would ban health care for trans youth under the age of 21 on the island and punish parents or doctors who help youth receive this care with fines, jail time, and/or the revocation of their medical license. Prior to the bill’s passage, parents [...] The post Anti-Transgender Bill Advances in Puerto Rico, Seeking to Ban Lifesaving Care for Youth and Punish Parents and Doctors first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
In R (Local Faith Ltd) v Registrar General for England & Wales [2025] EWHC 1795 (Admin), the applicant sought leave to judicially review of decision not to register a property in Basildon as a religious building under the Places of Worship Registration Act 1855 [1]. The property was owned by Basildon Estates Ltd, which leased it to another company, Room for Faith Ltd, which in turn sublet it to Local Faith Ltd [2].| Law & Religion UK
When I tell classmates they should be contacting lawmakers, I usually get the same response: “I’m too busy,” or “I wouldn’t know what to say.” But the truth is, if you’re a chiropractic student, you already have what it takes to be an advocate. And right now, your voice matters more than ever. One of [...] Read More... The post From Capitol Hill to Campus: Why Chiropractic Students Need to Step into Advocacy appeared first on ACA Today.| ACA Today
August Recess Provides Opportunity for DCs to Meet, Talk to Representatives on H.R. 539, Senators on S. 106 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives will start their summer break early, July 25, and the Senate is slated to head home to their states starting Aug. 2. The start of the traditional summer recess comes [...]Read More...| ACA Today
The NSW government is set to introduce new laws to crackdown on the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal vaping goods across the state.| RW
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Americans recovering from a natural disaster will receive new tax relief under bipartisan Ways and Means Committee legislation signed into law by President Trump. The Filing Relief for Natural Disasters Act, H.R. 517, removes the immediate burdens and hassle of filing taxes after a natural disaster by allowing the Treasury Department to postpone filing deadlines for Americans living in a state-declared disaster area that has not yet received a federal disaster designati...| Ways and Means
Plaintiffs are asking the court to view abortion consent forms as instruments of state-sanctioned parental termination.| Secular Pro-Life
Risk/Screening Tables Our new and very popular High/Increased Risk, Dense Breast Screening Guidelines content has been updated to reflect the latest guidelines from the National Comprehensive Care Network (NCCN) for women with dense breasts and no other risk factors (see Table 2 on the page). Risk Model Table with Links The helpful Risk Models table (with live […] The post Updates to Dense Breast Screening Guidelines and Risk Model Table appeared first on DenseBreast-info, Inc..| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
UK News The Daily Mail newspaper ran a comprehensive piece about the need for breast density “inform” in the UK, “Patients have a right to know. Too many have died” (subscription required). Two DBI team members were interviewed for their insights and input: Chief Scientific Advisor, Dr. Wendie Berg, “Just knowing is pertinent to taking care of yourself… […]| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
While the home health industry has been laser-focused on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CY 2026 home health proposed rule rate cuts| Home Health Care News
Congress is moving quickly to redefine hemp in such a way that nearly all consumableproducts will be banned. Senators are expected to vote THIS week on the appropriations package that ...| U.S. Hemp Roundtable
Maine In Maine, lawmakers have advanced LD 1920, an emergency bill that would prohibit the sale of potentially intoxicating hemp products to individuals under the age of 21. The bill ...| U.S. Hemp Roundtable
Today, at the instigation of Senator Mitch McConnell, the Senate Appropriations Committee passed language very similar to the hemp ban inserted by Congressm ...| hempsupporter.com
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act addresses the nation's challenges head-on, delivering real relief to Texas families.| Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress...
The Connecticut Roundtable on Climate and Jobs proudly thanks Attorney General William Tong for his courageous leadership in defending environmental justice, climate investments, and the rights of Connecticut communities. At the Connecticut Roundtable on Climate and Jobs (CRCJ), we believe that leadership rooted in justice, accountability, and public good is more critical than ever. That’s…| Connecticut Roundtable on Climate and Jobs
In recent months, Turkey’s ship recycling sector has experienced significant movements. From controversies surrounding the sale of shipbreaking yards to the arrival of a UK Navy vessel,... Read More The post Press Release: Need for reform of ship recycling sector in Turkey has never been more apparent after massive fire and waste dumping scandal revealed appeared first on NGO Shipbreaking Platform.| NGO Shipbreaking Platform
Informative Note – Publication of Legislation The Malta Business Registry (MBR) hereby informs the public that from 10th July 2025 changes took place in the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Ow…| Malta Business Registry
CeaseFirePA calls for Senate to return and support the increase| CeaseFirePA
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a bill proposing an estimated more than $700 billion in Medicaid cuts during the next decade. The| Hospice News
CE Pro's Playback explores the biggest news stories in professional AV, home automation, smart home and residential integration.| CEPRO
SIA’s government relations team highlights the latest policy hot topics and how SIA is engaging federally and at the state level on behalf of our members and the industry. The Security Industry Association (SIA) government relations staff and members have been working diligently to continue both our federal and state advocacy. This year, SIA has tracked over 250 bills… The post SIA Government Relations Priorities Update: July 2025 appeared first on Security Industry Association.| Security Industry Association
SIA Analysis on Key Industry Priorities Included in H.R. 1 On July 4, 2025, President Trump officially signed his One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law. The final version adds $5 trillion to the debt ceiling, permanently extends most of the tax rate structure enacted under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and… The post What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Means for the Security Industry appeared first on Security Industry Association.| Security Industry Association
Alarm companies who work within the state of New York will be able to take sighs of relief with the predicted enactment of new legislation, A.3343/S.4328, which passed the New York State Legislature before it adjourned on June 12, 2025, and is now waiting to be signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Some municipalities automatically fine… The post False Alarm Fine Relief: New York Set to Enact Legislation Ensuring Only Those Who Set Off False Alarms Get Fined appeared first on Security Industry Assoc...| Security Industry Association
On June 22, 2025, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law H.B. 149, the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRIAGA). Despite a hodgepodge of state measures aimed at regulating AI introduced across dozens of states in 2024 and 2025, Texas is only the second state after Colorado to enact an AI measure with broad… The post Groundbreaking Texas AI Law Also Brings Needed Clarity on Use of Biometric Technologies for Security appeared first on Security Industry Association.| Security Industry Association
On June 10, 2025, the Minnesota House and Senate passed HF 4, the state’s annual budget measure, which not only averted a government shutdown but also reversed an environmental law provision banning the sale of metal keys – in a triumph for common sense. The move came as a relief across affected industries, not just… The post Lawmakers, Industry Advocates Avert Misguided Ban on Keys in Minnesota appeared first on Security Industry Association.| Security Industry Association
New measures signed into law last week in Washington and Oregon ensure security manufacturers will not be required to disclose sensitive technical information regarding their products, protecting the integrity of security and life safety systems and the lives of those who depend on them. On May 22, 2025, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed into law… The post Security Industry Advocacy Achieves Major Wins on State “Right to Repair” Policies appeared first on Security Industry Association.| Security Industry Association
Months of negotiations result in a historic compromise "digital deal" ordinance that's on its way to final implementation.| Coupons in the News
President Donald Trump’s "big beautiful bill" raises the SALT deduction cap to $40,000. Here's who will benefit.| CNBC
Bill C-202 wound up pitting farmer against farmer for political reasons at a time when an unwritten law of Canadian politics remains very much in effect anyway.| Grainews
Indiana Medicaid now requires providers of attendant care and family caregiver services to directly pass a specific portion of Medicaid funds to frontline| Home Health Care News
Medicaid cuts contained in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) are not the only element of the bill that may be of concern to the home-based care| Home Health Care News
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) is poised to reframe Medicaid, creating significant uncertainty regarding some optional services – including home-| Home Health Care News
In June 2025, Louisiana governor Jeff Landry signed into law two bills aimed at giving Louisiana teachers a permanent pay raise (as opposed to the string of annual $2k stipends approved three years…| deutsch29: Mercedes Schneider's Blog
The UK Supreme Court judgment on April 16th confirmed that the words ‘man’, ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ in the Equality Act 2010 refer to biology, not to ‘certificated sex.’ In other words, a male person with a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC) saying he is female is not counted as female for the purposes of the Equality […] The post UK Supreme Court judgment – what does it mean for schools? appeared first on Transgender Trend.| Transgender Trend
Chantal dumped rain across central N.C. days after Gov. Stein vetoed a bill weakening climate goals. GOP lawmakers will likely override.| The Assembly NC
The SPORT Act, introduced by Republican Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, would redefine recreational prosthetic devices as “clinically necessary” for amputee veterans’ physical and mental health. The post New Bill Raises Hope for Amputee Veterans Craving Active Lifestyle appeared first on Amplitude.| Amplitude
As you are aware, Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) today and it is now on its way to the president’s desk. The bill touches almost every part of federal spending. Beyond the tax and immigration sections, there are provisions that affect chiropractors as well. Let’s take a look at those. Reimbursement [...] Read More... The post The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is Law…Now What? appeared first on ACA Today.| ACA Today
Congressional stock trading has been the topic of many journalists minds, but the U.S. is entering a new era with the Trump administration.| The Reynolds Center
House Speaker Dustin Burrows reappointed state Rep. Brad Buckley (R-Killeen) to lead the committee. Buckley tried to get school voucher legislation approved in 2023 but rural Republicans and Democrats blocked the effort.| KUT Radio, Austin's NPR Station
Take Action Now: Use our State Action Center to contact lawmakers and protect the future of hemp in your state. A big thank you to all hemp supporters ...| hempsupporter.com
Connecticut's recently passed Freedom to Read legislation ensures that library collections, displays, and programs are curated by professionals, guided by clear policies, and safeguarded from political interference. This law is a model—not because it’s revolutionary, but because it’s responsible. The post What Connecticut’s New Freedom to Read Legislation Means appeared first on Unite Against Book Bans.| Unite Against Book Bans
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has signed into law two pieces of legislation designed to strengthen hospice oversight. The new laws include a moratorium| Hospice News
Today, the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (HKC) officially enters into force. The post Press Release – The Hong Kong Convention provides no roadmap for sustainable ship recycling appeared first on NGO Shipbreaking Platform.| NGO Shipbreaking Platform
