Repealing

Illinois Lawmakers Grapple with Repealing ‘Truth-in-Sentencing’ Law Amid Calls for Justice Reform

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Springfield, Illinois – Advocates in Illinois are steadfast in their campaign to challenge the state’s long-standing “truth-in-sentencing” law, which mandates that individuals convicted of certain crimes serve most of their sentences without early release. Navigating a political climate that is still cautious about criminal justice reform, proponents are contemplating two legislative strategies to address the statute enacted in 1998. The “Credit for Change” coalition, comprised of lawmakers and advocacy groups, remains divided over pursuing a complete repeal through House Bill 2367 or adopting a more gradual approach with House Bill 3449. The former would eliminate … 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Pennsylvania Senator Aims to Streamline State Laws with New Bill for Repealing Outdated Regulations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State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill has introduced a new legislative proposal aimed at identifying and eliminating outdated, burdensome, and conflicting state laws.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

Repealing Certificate of Need Laws: The Impact on Healthcare Access and Hospital Closures Revealed

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Franklin, Tennessee – A recent opinion piece by Wendy Long argues against the repeal of Certificate of Need (CON) laws in Tennessee, claiming that it would lead to decreased access to healthcare. However, evidence suggests that repealing CON laws can actually increase accessibility. Under CON laws, healthcare facilities face barriers to opening or expanding, hindering competition and limiting options for patients. Long and other CON law proponents assert that hospitals will close without the protection of CON laws, as new facilities could attract privately insured patients and leave existing hospitals with only uninsured or under-insured … Read more

Florida County Considers Repealing Gun Sale Waiting Period and Background Check Requirements, Prompting Concerns of A Potential Surge in Immediate Gun Violence

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DELAND, Fla. – The Volusia County Council in Florida unanimously voted to move forward with a plan to repeal local gun laws that require a three-day waiting period and background check for private gun sales. The ordinance will undergo further voting before it is officially repealed. The law currently applies to private sellers at gun shows held at the Volusia County Fairgrounds. The proposal to lift these restrictions was put forth by District 3 Councilman Danny Robins and supported by other council members who believe that these rules infringe upon Second Amendment rights. They argue … Read more