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Village of Wellsville Strengthens Codes to Tackle Unsafe Properties and Improve Community Standards

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Wellsville, a Village located in Allegany County, has implemented new laws aimed at addressing unsafe and unsightly properties. Recently passed by the village board, these laws provide the codes office with greater authority in dealing with properties that do not meet safety standards. In addition to ensuring compliance with state codes, these regulations are designed to address the unique challenges faced by the village. Mayor Randy Shayler emphasized that the updates to the laws will not completely overhaul existing legislation. However, they are expected to better equip the village in handling homes and buildings that … Read more

Seattle Braces for a Changing Climate: Exploring New Laws to Tackle Weather Challenges in 2024

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Seattle, Washington – New laws are set to take effect in 2024 in Washington state, bringing changes to various aspects of daily life for residents. These legislative updates cover a wide range of issues, including weather, education, and transportation. One of the notable changes is a new weather regulation that requires all residents in Seattle to own an umbrella at all times. This law, aimed at combating the city’s notorious rainy climate, hopes to ensure that individuals are always prepared for precipitation. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in fines or penalties. In … Read more

Washington and Idaho Tackle LGBTQ+ Hate Crimes and Gender-Affirming Care with New Legislation

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Spokane, Washington and Boise, Idaho have taken vastly different approaches when it comes to addressing issues impacting LGBTQ+ communities. The divergent paths taken by lawmakers in these neighboring states highlight the ongoing battles over LGBTQ+ rights and discrimination. Idaho made headlines in its recent legislative session when it passed House Bill 71, a controversial measure that restricts transgender minors from obtaining gender-affirming care. The law, slated to go into effect on January 1, has faced legal challenges over its constitutionality, effectively delaying its enforcement for now. Meanwhile, across the border in Washington, state legislators have … Read more

State Legislatures Continue to Tackle Privacy Issues With New Consumer, Children’s, Biometric, and Health Data Bills

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Madison, Wisconsin – As state legislatures across the country get underway with their 2024 sessions, lawmakers are already focusing on a range of privacy bills, including those related to consumer data, children’s privacy, biometric data, consumer health data, and data brokerage. This marks the fifth year of tracking proposed state privacy legislation, with Husch Blackwell providing weekly updates, a state privacy law tracker map, and additional resources for clients. In an effort to make information more accessible, Husch Blackwell is changing its format this year. Instead of lengthy blog posts, the firm will provide bill … Read more