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gizmodo.com • Politics • Delaware
A bill drafted by lawyers representing Elon Musk threatens to weaken shareholder protections in Delaware, potentially benefiting Musk's own financial interests and prompting concerns from public pension funds.
elpais.com • Environment • Spain
Spain's newly approved law aims to curb food waste by obligating businesses to donate excess food, provide containers for leftovers, and implement waste reduction plans.
elpais.com • Politics • Spain
Spain's Congress rejected a bill to create a state public health agency, with opposition parties PP, Vox, and Junts Per Catalunya unexpectedly uniting against it.
nytimes.com • Politics • United States
The article argues that despite numerous executive initiatives, President Trump's administration needs a stronger legislative agenda to avoid becoming ineffective and to solidify policy gains.
pressherald.com • Politics • Maine
This opinion piece argues that Maine should support COVID-19 vaccination efforts, citing numerous studies showing the vaccine's effectiveness in preventing deaths and hospitalizations.
oglobo.globo.com • Sports • Brazil
A Brazilian Senate bill could restrict betting company advertising in soccer stadiums, potentially benefiting Betano and impacting smaller clubs.
nydailynews.com • Safety • USA
The article advocates for stricter penalties and speed-limiting technology for drivers with a history of reckless driving, citing a recent fatal accident and arguing that such measures are necessary to improve road safety.
Governor Kemp of Georgia faces a May 14 deadline to decide on various bills passed in the 2025 legislative session, including budget allocations, transgender rights measures, and education reforms.
courant.com • Politics • Connecticut
Connecticut lawmakers are debating and voting on several significant bills concerning deepfake images, gun violence lawsuits, and marijuana use while driving.
oklahoman.com • Politics • Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Senate passed a bill that would trigger an income tax cut if state revenue surpasses specific thresholds, sparking debate over its potential impact on state services and implementation timeline.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • Colorado
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a new gun control bill into law, requiring permits and safety training for certain firearm purchases and banning bump stocks, sparking both praise and legal challenges.
President Trump's renewed push for permanent daylight saving time reignites Congressional debate, highlighting differing opinions on health, economic, and societal impacts.
Spanish author Arturo Pérez-Reverte criticizes a new veterinary regulation in Spain, arguing that it creates unnecessary bureaucracy and endangers pets' lives due to delays in treatment.
odt.co.nz • Politics • New Zealand
A proposed New Zealand bill concerning the Treaty of Waitangi's principles was overwhelmingly rejected, sparking debate about the Treaty's role in modern New Zealand.
insurance-portal.ca • Politics • Quebec
Quebec's Bill 92 merges two insurance self-regulatory organizations, creating the Chambre de l'assurance, and introduces various amendments to financial sector regulations.
stltoday.com • Politics • Missouri
Missouri's new paid sick leave law faces uncertainty as the legislature considers its repeal and the Supreme Court reviews a legal challenge, leaving businesses in limbo.
elpais.com • Politics • Spain
A new Spanish law mandates televised debates for all elections, aiming to increase transparency and prevent past controversies.
telegraph.co.uk • Politics • UK
A UK minister argues that a crackdown on pub banter will benefit anxious staff, while peers debate amendments to protect pubs and universities from free speech restrictions.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • United States
Senator Warren proposes a bill to strengthen ethics rules for special government employees like Elon Musk, aiming to prevent conflicts of interest and enhance transparency.
stltoday.com • Politics • Missouri
Missouri Republicans attempted to repeal a recently passed law granting paid sick leave and minimum wage increases, leading to a tense political standoff and stalled negotiations.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
Speaker Pelosi announced that a bill restricting lawmakers' stock trading will be brought to the House floor this month, following months of negotiations and recent revelations of potential conflicts of interest.
oglobo.globo.com • Politics • Portugal
The Portuguese government considered making it harder to obtain citizenship, potentially increasing the residency requirement from five to ten years.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama's National Assembly approved a new preferential interest rate regime for home loans, reducing subsidized rates while aiming for government savings.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
This article analyzes the use of minority reports in the Panamanian National Assembly, focusing on a recent controversial bill proposing amnesty for high-profile cases.
gestion.pe • Economics • Peru
Peru's Congress is poised to approve a bill including the General Sales Tax (IGV) in Obras por Impuestos (OxI) and establishing a new 'Servicios por Impuestos' (SxI) program, aiming to boost private investment in public projects.
ontarioconstructionnews.com • Politics • Canada
Ontario's new legislation aims to expedite approvals for major projects, particularly in the Ring of Fire, to boost economic growth and job creation while maintaining environmental standards and Indigenous consultation.
stltoday.com • Politics • Missouri
The Missouri House passed a bill preventing the state from using foster children's benefits to pay for their care, also including a provision banning child marriage.
www1.folha.uol.com.br • Technology • United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates plans to use AI to help draft new legislation and revise existing laws, marking a bold move in leveraging technology.
startribune.com • Politics • Minnesota
The Minnesota Legislature is debating the 'Yes to Homes' package, a bipartisan housing reform bill aimed at alleviating the state's housing shortage, facing opposition from city officials concerned about local control.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
The House overwhelmingly passed the Take It Down Act, criminalizing the nonconsensual sharing of explicit photos and videos, including AI-generated deepfakes, and mandating quick removal from online platforms.
nysun.com • Politics • United States
A House Judiciary Committee bill proposes significant increases in fees for asylum seekers and transfers the Federal Trade Commission's antitrust authority to the Department of Justice.
A new Hungarian bill proposes to give municipalities the power to restrict property purchases to combat overpopulation and rising real estate prices in popular areas.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • United States
The House Transportation Committee passed a bill imposing new annual fees on electric and hybrid vehicle drivers to fund highway repairs, sparking debate over fairness and funding.
elfinancierocr.com • Politics • Costa Rica
The Costa Rican Legislative Assembly passed 198 laws in the past year, with 20 having the most significant impact across various sectors, including finance, family, security, and infrastructure.
latercera.com • Environmental • Chile
A proposed law in Chile aims to combat greenwashing by establishing specific criteria for sustainability claims in advertising and imposing penalties for false or misleading statements.
telegraph.co.uk • Law • World
Police chiefs advocate for a new 'stolen valour' offense to criminalize the fraudulent use of military medals, citing a recent case involving false claims of military service.
stltoday.com • Politics • Missouri
The Missouri House approved a massive tax cut bill reducing state revenues by over $420 million, sparking debate and delaying budget negotiations.
nacion.com • Politics • Costa Rica
Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves is attempting a legislative maneuver to block a bill proposing low-cost flights between Costa Rica and Central America.
stltoday.com • Politics • Missouri
The Missouri Legislature passed a bill expanding property tax credits for seniors, increasing income eligibility and benefit amounts, and indexing for inflation.