Bills

Gordon County Grand Jury Convenes Under New Leadership, Advances 57 True Bills in September Session

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Calhoun, GA – In a noteworthy session on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, the Gordon County Superior Court was called to order, marking the beginning of its September Term. Presided over by Judge Suzanne H. Smith from the Cherokee Circuit, the court undertook significant activities, including the selection and swearing in of a new Grand Jury. The session commenced at 9 a.m. in the courthouse, and the court selected a group of 26 citizens to serve as Grand Jurors. The group included Matt Wiley, Sonya Christie, Amanda Garland, and 23 other residents from Gordon County who … Read more

Webster Groves Moves to Reinforce Local Gun Laws with Trio of New Bills

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Webster Groves, MO – Officials in Webster Groves are considering adopting stricter gun laws as a proactive measure to enhance public safety, despite the absence of significant gun violence within the city. The proposed legislative changes highlight a growing trend among municipalities to address gun control at the local level. The City Council is deliberating on three specific bills that aim to regulate aspects of gun ownership and enhance restrictions, particularly concerning automatic weapons, underage access to firearms, and the carrying of concealed weapons in specific public locations. The first of the proposed measures seeks … Read more

Exploring the Future of California: Key 2024 Bills Awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom’s Decision

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Sacramento, CA — As the legislative session wraps up, Californians are speculating about which bills Governor Gavin Newsom will greenlight and which he will veto, as the deadline approaches. Among the myriad of proposed legislation are several key bills aimed at addressing the state’s ongoing issues, including homelessness, health care, and climate change. Governor Newsom, a Democrat, has garnered attention for his progressive policies, especially those addressing social issues. The bills on his desk propose various solutions to some of California’s most pressing challenges. For instance, one notable piece of legislation seeks to impose stricter … Read more

Jordan D’s Law: Michigan Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Tackle Online Sextortion and Honor Local Teen’s Memory

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LANSING, Mich. — In an effort to combat the increasing menace of online sextortion, especially among minors, Michigan legislators have introduced a legislative package known as Jordan D’s Law, memorializing a teenage victim of this heinous crime. The law seeks to hold perpetrators accountable and ramp up preventive education against such online threats. The bills introduced by State Reps. John Fitzgerald, Kara Hope, and Jenn Hill are crafted in response to the tragic death of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay from Marquette, who took his own life in 2022 after becoming a victim of sextortion. This crime … Read more