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Professors, students appeal ruling on Alabama law banning DEI initiatives at public universities

A group of students and professors in Alabama is appealing a state law that bans diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in public schools

The Independent UK

Donald Trump Tries To Override State AI Regulations via Executive Order

Only time will tell if the president's order achieves its stated purpose of checking state laws that threaten to stymie innovation.

Reason

Texas AG probe of nearly 1,000 cities’ finances to seek violations of new property tax law

While Ken Paxton did not allege any wrongdoing, his move is intended to enforce a new law that prevents cities from raising property taxes if they fail to follow transparency requirements.

The Texas Tribune

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Power surge: law changes could soon bring balcony solar to millions across US

Tweaks to state laws mean many Americans will be able to benefit from small, simple plug-in solar panels

The Guardian - US

Texas hoped $100 million would help more families pay for child care. Here’s why it didn’t.

Increased costs in food and payroll at child care centers effectively wiped out the one-time investment state lawmakers approved earlier this year, a new report found.

The Texas Tribune

Tennessee governor to keep National Guard in Memphis while state appeals ruling

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee's office says the National Guard will continue supporting a crime-fighting task force ordered by President Donald Trump in Memphis while state lawyers appeal a judge's order that blocked the troops from operating in the city

The Independent UK

Former state Rep. Chris Paddie fined $105,500 for violating revolving door lobbying law

The Marshall Republican began lobbying less than two years after donating campaign funds to other state lawmakers, according to a Texas Ethics Commission order.

The Texas Tribune

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Cash-strapped Texas city defies AG warning not to raise taxes

Citing a new state law, Attorney General Ken Paxton told four cities to cancel planned tax hikes. But La Marque leaders say their tax increase is critical to keeping the city afloat financially.

The Texas Tribune

Supreme Court will hear case on post-Election Day ballot counting - Roll Call

The justices will likely hear arguments in the case and issue a decision by the end of the court’s term next June.

Roll Call

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues three school districts for not displaying Ten Commandments in classrooms

The suits against Galveston, Round Rock and Leander ISDs come after Texas passed a law requiring the commandments be posted in classrooms. The law is being challenged in federal court.

The Texas Tribune

ICE to open national call center to find unaccompanied migrant children amid surge in partnerships

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to open a national call center to help local and state law enforcement agencies find unaccompanied migrant children

The Independent UK

New Jersey Cops Took His Guns Because They Were Worried About His Wife's Mental Health

Elsid Aliaj says the seizure violated state law and the Second Amendment.

Reason

What Texans need to know about Prop 16, the constitutional amendment on citizenship and voting

The proposed constitutional amendment would affirm that voters must be citizens, a requirement that’s already in state law.

The Texas Tribune

North Carolina Republicans advance map to secure another seat in Congress

State house set to pass map to turn 10-4 Republican split into 11-3 – and state law does not give governor a veto

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What Happens to My Assets If My Spouse Passes Away Without A Will?

Losing a spouse is a painful experience, and it can become even more complicated if they pass away without a will. When there’s no will, it’s called dying “intestate.” This situation results in your spouse’s assets being distributed according to state laws, not personal wishes. Understanding what happens to your…

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Oil and Gas Companies Used Banned Toxic Chemicals Near the Rocky Mountains

One of the prohibited substances can cause cancer; new state law forced operators to identify chemicals.

The Independent UK

New Hampshire teen sues school officials for vehicle search linked to gun ownership

State law prohibits students from bringing firearms onto school property

The Independent UK

Four Florida football fans face felony charges for running on field — under law intended to stop protests at Trump rallies

DeSantis enacted state law that imposes criminal penalties for crossing police lines at major ticketed events

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The State Laws That Let Creditors Override Your Living Trust

Many people create living trusts believing they’ll protect their assets from creditors and lawsuits. Unfortunately, that assumption isn’t always true. In most states, revocable living...

The Texas Tribune

Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedom

Professors are afraid to publicly speak out, system leaders left key questions unanswered and advocates worry for LGBTQ+ students’ mental health.

The Independent UK

Major charter school network expanding to Miami after lobbying for pro-charter state law

A charter school network backed by a billionaire hedge fund manager announced Thursday that it is expanding in Miami

The Independent UK

Campaign delays push to expand Medicaid in Florida until 2028, citing new state law

A campaign to expand Medicaid in Florida is delaying its push to get the issue on the ballot until 2028

The Independent UK

Appeals court keeps New York’s gun restrictions in place, including Times Square and subway ban

A federal appeals court has effectively upheld a state law in New York that bars firearms in “sensitive” locations including Times Square, the New York City subway system and commuter trains

The Texas Tribune

Providing basic care to students does not violate Texas’ parental consent law, state guidance to schools says

The guidance comes in response to confusion over a new state law requiring schools to notify parents whenever students need health care services.

The Texas Tribune

UT System will push to enforce campus protest bans that judge temporarily blocked

A judge said the university can’t be trusted to enforce a state law that bans overnight “expressive activity,” among other restrictions, in a constitutional way.

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