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NBA and NFL Push Supreme Court to Clarify Video Privacy Act Amid Streaming Era Confusion

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Washington, D.C. — The National Basketball Association (NBA), backed by the National Football League (NFL), is pushing the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA), legislation from the 1980s designed to safeguard consumer video rental and viewing records. As the landscape of digital content evolves, discrepancies among federal courts have emerged regarding whether this historic law should extend to individuals accessing free online content. The legal debate centers on conflicting rulings from the U.S. Court of Appeals. The 2nd and 7th Circuits have interpreted the VPPA as applicable to consumers who … Read more

"U.S. Department of Labor Boosts Support with New Opinion Letters to Clarify Federal Labor Laws"

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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor is enhancing its tools and resources to assist workers and businesses in navigating the complexities of labor laws. This initiative includes the introduction of opinion letters, aimed at clarifying legal obligations and rights under federal regulations. Opinion letters serve as official written interpretations regarding how specific labor laws apply to distinct workplace scenarios. These letters assist the public by providing clear guidance, particularly in situations where the application of existing regulations may be ambiguous. Requests for these letters can be made by a wide range of stakeholders, … Read more

Texas Proposes ‘Life of the Mother Act’ in Response to Near-Total Abortion Ban: Bipartisan Bill Aims to Clarify Doctor’s Authority in Life-Threatening Situations

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DALLAS, Texas — In the wake of a stringent Texas law that nearly eliminates all abortion procedures without exceptions, the Texas Legislature is debating a new bill aimed at providing specific guidance for medical professionals in life-threatening pregnancy scenarios. This legislative effort represents an attempt to navigate complex legal and medical landscapes that have left many doctors concerned about potential criminal charges for performing necessary medical procedures. House Bill 44, known as the “Life of the Mother Act,” attracted considerable testimony during a session before the Texas House Public Health Committee, with the majority expressing … Read more

West Virginia Legislature Proposes New Bill to Define Its Own Public Records Policy, Aiming to Clarify FOIA Ambiguities

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Charleston, West Virginia – In the bustling final weeks of West Virginia’s 2025 legislative session, lawmakers are debating a significant bill that could reshape public access to government records. House Bill 3412, currently under discussion, proposes allowing the House of Delegates and the state Senate to establish their own rules concerning the disclosure of documents, potentially exempting them from some current obligations under the state’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Under the state’s existing FOIA, any person can request access to public records from any public body, with agencies required to respond within five business … Read more