Assembly

Investigation Demanded After Allegations of Election Law Violation by Assembly Candidate Cashman

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — A call for an investigation has emerged in Clinton County after the vice chair of the local Republican Committee accused Democratic candidate Michael Cashman of election law violations. Jeff Luck, who holds the position, filed a complaint with the New York State Board of Elections against Cashman, currently the Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor and a candidate for Assembly District 115. The complaint alleges that Cashman misused his taxpayer-funded office during a political rally held earlier this month to announce his candidacy for the seat left vacant by Billy Jones. According to Luck, … Read more

Former Staffer Claims Retaliation in Lawsuit Against California Assembly Speaker

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A former staff member has initiated legal action against California Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon, alleging that he retaliated after she reported incidents of sexual harassment. The lawsuit claims that the staffer, who worked in the Assembly for several years, faced retaliation after filing complaints related to her treatment in the workplace. According to court filings, the staffer contends that her complaints about inappropriate behavior by colleagues prompted negative repercussions, including job termination. Furthermore, the lawsuit alleges that her attempts to seek assistance from the Assembly leadership were met with indifference and hostility. … Read more

Vietnam’s National Assembly Unleashes Innovation: Five Groundbreaking Laws to Propel Digital and Industrial Transformation

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HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed five significant laws aimed at bolstering the country’s science, technology, and innovation sectors. This legislative move is a key step toward promoting digital transformation, industrial growth, and sustainable development within the nation. The new legislative framework includes the Law on Science, Technology, and Innovation; the Law on Digital Technology Industry; amendments to the Law on Product and Goods Quality; revisions to the Law on Standards and Technical Regulations; and an updated Law on Atomic Energy. Each of these laws has been developed with contributions from the Ministry … Read more

National Assembly Focuses on Legal Reform and Nationality Law Amendments: A Blueprint for Vietnam’s Future Development

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HÀ NỘI, Vietnam — The National Assembly convened on Saturday for its ninth session, focusing on a range of legislative proposals, including amendments to the Law on Vietnamese Nationality and the State Budget. This session continues the Assembly’s commitment to addressing significant legal reforms vital for the country’s progress. In a notable discussion, Party General Secretary Tô Lâm highlighted the persistent institutional bottlenecks affecting national development. He argued that reforming legal structures is essential for progress, emphasizing that current legislative initiatives are still in their nascent stages. Recent sessions, he noted, have increasingly prioritized legislative … Read more