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#legislation

We all agree that student athletes deserve to be compensated for their contributions to college athletics, but the current environment is unsustainable and risks exploitation of student athletes.

Rep. Troy E. Nehls introduced a resolution to halt a plan to kill 450,000 barred owls over three decades, aimed at protecting threatened spotted owls.

Salvia Divinorum is recognized as one of the most powerful hallucinogenic plants, containing the active molecule Salvinorin-A, which has garnered attention in neurobiology research.

The UK faces a very significant volume of cyber attacks every year, the security minister has warned as new laws aim to deter hackers from extorting businesses amid a spate of recent incidents.

Rogers highlighted several overarching issues that could be a concern to local governments, including attempts to preempt the authority of Texas cities regarding regulations on guns or raising taxes.

Senator Scott Wiener testified that when initially introducing legislation SB 445, he did not anticipate the focus on high-speed rail, which ended up dominating discussions at committee hearings.

Chair Sam Graves emphasized the importance of addressing fundamental infrastructure needs such as highways, roads, and bridges while seeking to reduce federal oversight.

"Many families were hoping that the draft legislation would allow for the £1m allowance to be transferable, bringing this into line with the rules on the nil-rate band and residence nil-rate band."

In voting for the bill, Sen. Lisa Murkowski expressed that it was 'agonizing' and that she 'struggled mightily', despite claiming to support pro-choice policies.

"With access to capital, we can empower homeowners to become home providers for thousands of renters in every metropolitan area."

"We're in an uncertain fiscal environment for state governments overall, but it is encouraging to see that 29 states increased their funding for their arts agencies. Overall, we can say that state legislatures around the country are sustaining their investment in the arts."

An increase in arrests by masked ICE agents has spurred fear among local immigrant communities, so lawmakers are considering a ban on masks for accountability.

If the answer is that the biggest corporation in the world worth trillions of dollars can come take an individual author's work like Mr. Baldacci, lie about it, hide it, profit off of it, and there's nothing our law does about that, we need to change the law.

"There is a gap in the law around the planning of mass attacks that can be just as serious [as terrorism] in their implications for communities, their impact, the devastation that they can cause and the seriousness of the crime."

"Every year, Congress votes to invest in death and destruction instead of healthcare, housing, clean air and water, or ending child poverty here at home," said Rep. Rashida Tlaib.

"I've been a professional dancer in Los Angeles for over a decade... but on April 3, 2022 those dreams were cut short as I was hit by an SUV that ran a red light."

The US government spent $5 trillion to stimulate the economy during the pandemic, but at least 6% was lost to fraud, prompting new legislative action.

Raising fees on lawful international visitors amounts to a self-imposed tariff on one of our nation's largest exports: international travel spending. These fees are not reinvested in improving the travel experience and do nothing but discourage visitation at a time when foreign travelers are already concerned about the welcome experience and high prices.

If we are serious about addressing the retirement crisis in America, corporations must be required to offer all of their workers a traditional pension plan that guarantees a monthly income in retirement.

Senate Bill 350 prohibits the use of puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and gender-affirming surgeries for anyone under 21, threatening doctors and health professionals with severe penalties.

"These changes are essential to protecting teen mental health and fostering a healthier relationship with technology - one that serves, rather than exploits."

Fluoride is a natural mineral. It strengthens teeth and fights dental decay. It's been added to the U.S.'s public drinking supply since the 1940s.

Troops often find themselves surrounded by gear they cannot legally fix. A bipartisan push is trying to allow troops to turn to their own wrenches to repair military equipment rather than relying on civilian contractors.

Nicole Ryan shared her seven-week baby scan in the Seanad to highlight shortcomings in laws around miscarriage and expressed disappointment with the Government's progress.

The legislation that made the eagle official came from members of Minnesota's Congressional delegation. The federal act recognizes the eagles' centrality in most Indigenous peoples' spiritual lives and sacred belief systems.

Senator Ed Markey, a co-sponsor of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, emphasized the bill's significance by stating it would '[ensure] drivers and passengers have reliable access to emergency alerts when they need them most.' This highlights the legislation’s focus on maintaining vital communication channels during emergencies.

Effective August 1, Massachusetts will outlaw broker fees for renters unless they voluntarily hire a broker, making it the last major state to implement this rule.

Advocates called the move to repeal paid sick leave a slap in the face to workers, highlighting concerns over the decision's negative impact on employees and families.

"The bill makes unauthorised entry to a football match a criminal offence, allowing courts to impose bans on convicted individuals from attending professional matches."

The legislation, signed by the president last weekend, cuts all sorts of US government support for emission-light vehicles, creating uncertainty for an American auto industry struggling to stay afloat.

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 abolishes the premium leaseholders pay to freeholders for extending their leases, impacting charity funding.

"This is constitutional vandalism," said Oscar Soria, co-CEO of the international policy group The Common Initiative. "Ecuador has shattered its international credibility and invited isolation from the global community."

The rebellion of 47 Labour MPs carries more weight than the numbers suggest because it taps into questions of moral judgment. Some who voted against the bill's third reading may be driven by factional grudges.