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Connecticut Bill Expanding Attorney General’s Powers Heads to Governor

Connecticut lawmakers on Monday have voted to formally expand the state Attorney General’s powers to include investigating allegations of certain hate crimes and civil rights violations and to initiate legal proceedings. The bill, which passed 96 to 51 in the …

Vermont Law Restricts Sale of Products Containing PFAS

Vermont Governor Phil Scott has signed a bill into law that restricts the use, manufacture and sale of products in Vermont containing a group of toxic chemicals collectively known as PFAS. The products include certain firefighting foams and equipment, food …

Reckless Drivers Could Lose Vehicles Under New NYC Law

New York City drivers who get five camera-issued red light tickets or 15 camera-issued speeding tickets in a 12-month period will have to take a traffic safety course or risk losing their vehicles under a bill signed by Mayor Bill …

More Ride-Hailing Requirements Become Law in North Carolina

North Carolina has a new law focused on ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft that supporters contend will improve safety for both passengers and drivers. Governor Roy Cooper said Friday that he’s signed a bill that cleared the General Assembly …

Vermont Captive Insurance Legislative Agenda Signed into Law

Vermont Captive Insurance Association (VCIA) President Richard Smith joined Vermont Governor Phil Scott as he signed new legislation passed in the 2017 session. This new legislation serves to strengthen Vermont’s captive legislation in a variety of areas, including adding agency …