New Jersey Dems Want to Strengthen Sanctuary State Status and Protections for Illegal Migrants with Codified Immigrant Trust Act
NJ lawmakers advance sweeping ‘Immigrant Trust Act’ to block local aid to federal immigration enforcement Trenton, NJ – A new legislative proposal in New Jersey seeks to create a comprehensive firewall between…
Maryland Senate introduces bill to expand protections for reproductive and fertility treatments
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Maryland lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at expanding legal protections for reproductive health care, fertility preservation, and contraceptive services, shielding providers and patients from out-of-state legal actions. Key…
Murphy highlights LGBTQ+ protections, vows to defend trans rights from Trump changes
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to LGBTQ+ rights, particularly protections for the transgender community, as he warned of potential federal rollbacks under the Trump administration. Murphy praised…
Murphy defends New Jersey’s immigrant sanctuary protections, signals support for new legislation
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting immigrants in New Jersey, defending existing policies while signaling potential support for the proposed Immigrant Trust Act. Speaking about his…
Price Gouging Protections Enforced in Erie County Following Severe Snowstorm
Price Gouging Protections Enforced in Erie County Following Severe Snowstorm **Harrisburg, PA** - Price gouging protections are in effect in Erie County due to a severe snowstorm that left more than three…
New Jersey Moves to Enact Legal Sanctuary State Protections Against Federal Government’s Planned Deportations
TRENTON, N.J. — Two opposing bills are fueling intense debate in New Jersey over the state’s approach to immigration enforcement, with one proposal advancing protections for undocumented immigrants and the other seeking…
Attorney General Henry Announces New Protections for Pennsylvania Car Buyers
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has introduced new regulations aimed at providing stronger consumer protections for residents purchasing motor vehicles in the state. The changes, which amend the Pennsylvania…
New Jersey AG Returns to Federal Courts to Support Title IX Protections for LGBTQ+ Students
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in partnership with California and Pennsylvania, announced the filing of two amicus briefs defending Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students. The briefs…
Murphy Celebrates New Jersey As Leader in Abortion Protections
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has emphasized New Jersey’s leadership in women’s health and reproductive care, and to safeguard a woman’s right to have an abortion amid a backdrop of increasing…
New Jersey Senate Approves Foreclosure Protections for Hurricane Ida Victims
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Senate has passed a new bill aimed at providing crucial support for homeowners affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. Sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton (D-Burlington)…
Phil Murphy’s Juvenile Justice Reforms Are To Blame For Jersey Shore Mayhem
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ—Memorial Day weekend was chaotic at the Jersey Shore, not the best way to start the summer tourism season that depends heavily on families. Instead of images of families walking…
New Jersey Lawmakers Call Immediate Repeal of Squatter’s Rights and Protections
New Jersey Senators Propose Legislation to Criminalize Squatting TRENTON, NJ – Senators Doug Steinhardt (R-23) and Michael Testa (R-1) have urged the New Jersey Legislature to pass a bill that would make…
New Jersey Dems Push Bill to Provide Discrimination Protections for Short and Overweight People
Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Senate has taken a step towards updating state civil rights law by passing legislation aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on height or weight. Sponsored by Senator…
Department Of Education Rule To Enshrine Protections For ‘Gender Identity’ Heads To White House
Department Of Education Rule To Enshrine Protections For ‘Gender Identity’ Heads To White House Brandon Poulter on February 3, 2024 A policy that will codify protections for “transgender” students and change how…
Red State Assembly Passes Protections For Women’s Sports, Bans Sex Change Surgeries For Minors
Red State Assembly Passes Protections For Women’s Sports, Bans Sex Change Surgeries For Minors Kate Anderson on October 12, 2023 Wisconsin lawmakers passed a series of bills on Thursday that ban doctors…
U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s San Diego Field Office seizes over $22 million worth of narcotics in July
SAN DIEGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assigned to the San Diego Field Office, conducting security operations at California’s ports of entry with Mexico, seized over $22 million worth of…
Governor Hochul Makes Commitment to Abortion Protections
ALBANY, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul has underscored several initiatives by New York State to protect access to abortion care, including medication abortion, amid legal challenges at the federal level. In June,…
Senate Clears Oroho Bill Bolstering Protections of our Financial System
Sen. Steve Oroho's legislation that would increase financial safeguards for state domiciled insurance companies was passed by the New Jersey Senate.…
Biden Admin Looking To Remove Religious Student Groups’ Protections On Campus
Biden Admin Looking To Remove Religious Student Groups’ Protections On Campus Kate Anderson on February 21, 2023 The Department of Education (DOE) announced a proposal Tuesday rescinding a Trump-era policy that prohibited…
Lobstermen To Receive New Protections In Spending Bill
Lobstermen To Receive New Protections In Spending Bill Jack McEvoy on December 21, 2022 A provision in the omnibus spending bill will freeze environmental regulations that are putting additional strain on Maine…
EXCLUSIVE: Senators Strike Deal On Journalism Bill, Adding Protections For Conservative Media
EXCLUSIVE: Senators Strike Deal On Journalism Bill, Adding Protections For Conservative Media Ailan Evans on September 21, 2022 Senators reached a bipartisan deal Wednesday on a bill intended to give news organizations…