Bill

Oregon Passes Landmark Stalking Bill to Protect Victims from Emerging Technology

by

St. Helens, Oregon – The Oregon House and Senate have recently passed a bill aimed at updating the state’s stalking laws to address the advances in technology that weren’t accounted for when the original laws were written. The bill, known as House Bill 4156, is currently awaiting Governor Tina Kotek’s signature and is set to take effect on July 1, 2024. The motivation behind the bill’s modernization comes in part from the efforts of St. Helens Police Detective Sergeant Matt Smith. Smith’s involvement with the bill began when a local stalking case was brought to … Read more

Proposed Bill Seeks to Protect Law Enforcement at State Universities and Reform Officer Misconduct Investigations

by

DES MOINES, Iowa — Law enforcement protections at state universities in Iowa could see significant changes if a newly passed bill becomes law. The bill, known as House Study Bill 738, aims to prevent state universities from implementing policies that restrict police from enforcing local, state, or municipal laws. It also proposes that the attorney general investigate complaints against universities for potential violations. Under the bill, state universities found by civil court to have intentionally discouraged or barred law enforcement from enforcing laws would be denied state funds for the fiscal year in which the … Read more

Congressman Khanna Clarifies TikTok Bill Opposition as Senators Display Willingness to Discuss

by

Washington, D.C. – As the debate over the future of TikTok continues to unfold, Representative Ro Khanna has shed light on his opposition to a bill that would ban the popular video-sharing app in the United States. While Senators have indicated a level of openness towards alternative solutions, Khanna firmly asserts his stance against the proposed ban. Khanna, who represents California’s 17th congressional district, has offered an explanation for his opposition to the bill. He argues that a complete ban on TikTok is not a productive approach, as it fails to address the underlying concerns … Read more

Kentucky House Passes Controversial Bill Threatening Open Records Law in Just 9 Minutes

by

Frankfort, Kentucky – The House of Representatives engaged in a brief nine-minute floor debate on March 12, discussing House Bill 509. This legislation aims to introduce loopholes into open records law, potentially reversing years of established rights to public access. Despite the significant impact this bill could have on transparency and accountability, the opposition to HB 509 was surprisingly lackluster. Sponsored by Rep. John Hodgson, the bill was presented as an effort to address the challenges posed by the increased use of electronic communication in conducting public business. The proposed solution involves assigning public email … Read more