Laws

Washington State on the Move: Governor Ferguson Signs Landmark Laws Ahead of July Implementation

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Olympia, Wash. — Governor Bob Ferguson has concluded the first legislative session of his administration, during which several new laws were enacted. Many of these laws have already taken effect, while others are scheduled to become law on July 1, significantly impacting various aspects of daily life in Washington state. Starting July 1, Washington will see an increase in its gas tax by six cents, with additional annual adjustments of 2% intended to counteract inflation. This adjustment positions Washington among states with the highest gas tax rates in the nation. In Seattle, drivers using the … Read more

California Rolls Out New Consumer Rights and Public Health Laws: What Residents Need to Know Starting July 1

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Sacramento, California — As of July 1, a range of new laws will take effect in California, impacting various facets of everyday life for its residents. These legislative changes, recently signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, are designed to bolster consumer rights, enhance public health, and improve accessibility to the judicial system. Among the most notable changes is a requirement for subscription services. Businesses must now present cancellation options that are as straightforward as the process of signing up, whether through online platforms or phone calls. This initiative mandates annual notifications that include pricing … Read more

Florida Senator Ashley Moody Champions Tough Immigration Laws with New Legislation to Empower States

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Senator Ashley Moody has unveiled a pair of legislative proposals aimed at enhancing immigration enforcement and countering what she describes as ineffective policies from the current administration. Moody’s initiatives, known as the RIPPLE Act and the Stop GAPS Act, are designed to bolster state authorities’ roles in immigration while addressing significant concerns around the handling of unaccompanied migrant children. She contends that the Biden administration’s immigration strategies have endangered national security and placed vulnerable children at risk. The RIPPLE Act seeks to expand the capabilities of the 287(g) program, which allows … Read more

Texas Legislators Unveil Sweeping Changes to Corporate Governance Laws, Paving the Way for Enhanced Flexibility and Liability Protections

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Austin, Texas — The 2025 Texas legislative session has ushered in significant changes to corporate governance laws, resulting in a slew of amendments that will affect corporations across the state, including bank holding companies and various subsidiaries. Many of these modifications to the Texas Business Organizations Code (TBOC) took effect immediately, while others are set to be implemented on September 1, 2025. Three pivotal bills recently passed by lawmakers—the Senate Bill 29, Senate Bill 1057, and Senate Bill 2411—represent the most critical modifications to the state’s corporate law landscape. As a result, Texas entities could … Read more