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Outdated 1913 Law Adds Hidden Costs to Pennsylvania Construction Projects, Says State Senator

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Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania’s townships are bound by a law established the same year the Model T first rolled off Henry Ford’s assembly lines, presenting significant challenges and costs for modern-day construction projects. The 1913 legislation, initially crafted to govern the way municipalities undertake construction, is now seen by many as outdated and a financial burden on local government budgets and, by extension, the state’s taxpayers. Under the current law, township authorities are required to manage construction initiatives according to standards and processes that have remained largely unchanged for over a century. This requirement, according … Read more

Pennsylvania Senator Aims to Streamline State Laws with New Bill for Repealing Outdated Regulations

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HARRISBURG, Pa. — In an effort to streamline Pennsylvania’s legal framework, State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill has introduced a new legislative proposal aimed at identifying and eliminating outdated, burdensome, and conflicting state laws. The bill proposes the establishment of the “Independent Office of the Repealer,” which would be tasked with thoroughly reviewing state statutes over the next five years. The Independent Office of the Repealer would be responsible for recommending repeals or amendments to the General Assembly, helping to modernize Pennsylvania’s legal codes. This initiative is designed to carve out inefficiencies and redundancies that complicate the … Read more

St. Louis Repeals Outdated Nighttime Ban on Barber Shops, Breaking Barriers for Black Businesses

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St. Louis, Missouri – Night owls in need of a trim or a fresh shave will soon find it easier as St. Louis repeals an old law that previously prohibited barbershops from operating past 10 p.m. This outdated regulation, largely understood as targeting predominantly Black-owned businesses, limited how late these shops could serve their communities. The change is not only an effort to modernize business operations but also a strike against what many see as a racially biased law. The ordinance in question dates back over a century, originally instated with the claim of preventing … Read more

Northjersey.com Enhances User Experience with Cutting-Edge Site Upgrades; Outdated Browsers Not Supported

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Englewood Cliffs, NJ – In an era of rapid technological advancement, northjersey.com is stepping up to ensure that all users have a seamless and enhanced online experience. The site has been revamped to harness the capabilities of the latest browser technology, which not only speeds up the loading time but also simplifies navigation. As digital environments evolve, the necessity for websites to adapt becomes increasingly crucial. For northjersey.com, this means moving away from older technologies that may no longer provide the efficiency and security that modern web users expect. This development reflects a broader trend … Read more