Signage

Las Vegas Voters Navigate Political Signage at Polling Locations Amid Early Voting for 2024 Presidential Election

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Las Vegas, NV — As the 2024 Presidential Election early voting period gains momentum in Las Vegas, concerns have surfaced regarding the abundant political displays seen outside some polling venues. In particular, the Desert Breeze Community Center in the city’s Southwest Valley has become a focal point for such activities, displaying an array of political signs, booths, and pamphleteers right outside its doors. This has raised questions among voters about the legality and appropriateness of such displays near polling locations. Personal experiences at the polls can significantly shape voter perceptions and feelings of safety. Rose … Read more

MnDOT Issues Reminder on Political Signage Rules for Highway Areas

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St. Paul, Minn. – As election season ramps up, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is issuing a reminder to political campaigners about the strict regulations surrounding the placement of signage along highways. These laws are designed to maintain safety and oversee aesthetic standards along roadways. Minnesota state law prohibits the placement of any signs, including political campaign signs, on public right-of-ways which often include spaces along highways, interstates, and streets. The rule also applies to placement on utility poles and other structures within these state-controlled areas. Violations of this statute can lead to consequences. … Read more

Quebec Government Proposes Stricter French Signage Regulations to Preserve Cultural Identity

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MONTREAL, QUEBEC – The government of Quebec recently proposed draft regulations that would enforce a “French first and predominant” policy for outdoor commercial signs in the province. Spearheaded by Minister of the French Language Jean-François Roberge, the regulations specifically target signs containing non-French trademarks, such as Canadian Tire or Second Cup. Under the current law, non-French trademarks are allowed as long as they are accompanied by a generic term or description of the products or services offered. However, the proposed regulations aim to replace this rule with a requirement for French to have a “markedly … Read more