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Missouri Judge Strikes Down Abortion Ballot Measure, Deeming It Invalid

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Jefferson City, MO — A Missouri judge has declared a proposed ballot measure related to abortion policies as ineligible, citing issues with the phrasing of the amendment intended for voter consideration. This ruling has thrown an ongoing debate into starker relief concerning abortion rights within the state ever since the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade. The decision by Cole County Circuit Judge Daniel Green found that the language used in the ballot summary was “insufficient and unfair.” Consequently, he ordered a revision of the amendment language before it can be … Read more

Judge Strikes Down Controversial CityFHEPS Expansion, Deeming It Unlawful

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New York, NY – A judge recently invalidated a controversial city council mandate aimed at extending CityFHEPS, a municipal housing subsidy program, marking a significant setback for proponents of expanded homeless assistance in New York City. The decision came after legal scrutiny determined that the law was enacted improperly, raising questions about the legislative process behind city ordinances concerning housing aid. CityFHEPS, standing for City Fighting Homelessness & Eviction Prevention Supplement, was initially designed to provide temporary relief to individuals and families at risk of homelessness. The voucher system plays a critical role in the … Read more