U.S. State Policy

This section contains all the latest news regarding U.S. State Policy, including legislation issues, state Supreme Court cases, appeals, and decisions. Keep up to date on policy decisions and the reactions of concerned advocacy and lobby groups. Also included are releases from state departments and administrations, such as transportation, environmental protection, education, public health, safety, and many more.

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Oct 29, 2024, 11:02 ET THE NBA, THE NATIONAL BASKETBALL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION, AND VET THE VOTE TEAM UP TO RECRUIT VETERAN AND MILITARY FAMILY ELECTION POLL WORKERS

Today, the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced that they will partner with Vet the Vote, a national non-partisan,...

Oct 24, 2024, 08:37 ET Have you cast your ballot?

In most states, you don't need to wait until Election Day to vote. You may be able to vote early in person or with a mail ballot. Visit USA.gov to...

Oct 23, 2024, 15:31 ET Toll Authority to Hold Public Hearing, Host Webinar On Proposed 2026 Toll Hike, Carpool Policy Changes

The Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) — which is required by state law to fund projects to preserve and protect the Bay Area's seven state-owned toll...

Oct 23, 2024, 15:06 ET VICTORY: Ohio Supreme Court Rules All Cats Protected as Companion Animals, Informed by Alley Cat Allies Amicus Brief

In a unanimous decision, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled today that Ohio's companion animal cruelty law (R.C. 959.131) protects all cats, including...

Oct 17, 2024, 12:30 ET California housing demand drops in September as buyers remain hesitant amid falling mortgage rates, C.A.R. reports

California home sales stalled in September and hit the lowest level in nine months despite the lowest interest rates since spring, the CALIFORNIA...

Oct 12, 2024, 11:59 ET U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson, Candidate Rob Mercuri Visit PGT Trucking

PGT Trucking, Inc., a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international, sustainable and specialized solutions, were...

Oct 01, 2024, 13:52 ET New insurance insights from second series forum hosted by Center for California Real Estate

The California Dept. of Insurance and other industry leaders gathered last week to continue statewide conversations around insurance challenges at...

Sep 30, 2024, 03:00 ET Sony Semiconductor Solutions and Raspberry Pi Launch the Raspberry Pi AI Camera

Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (SSS) and Raspberry Pi Ltd today announced that they are launching a jointly developed AI camera. The...

Sep 26, 2024, 12:00 ET USA Cares Successfully Aids Veteran Families in Crisis Thanks to a $2 Million Appropriation from Kentucky Legislature

USA Cares, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial and advocacy support to post-9/11 veterans, active-duty service members, and...

Sep 26, 2024, 01:05 ET El gobernador Newsom firma una importante ley para reforzar los medios de comunicación étnicos y comunitarios a través del poder publicitario estatal

En un paso decisivo para fortalecer los medios de comunicación étnicos y comunitarios, el gobernador Gavin Newsom promulgó la ley AB 1511, elaborada...

Sep 25, 2024, 10:00 ET C.A.R. releases its 2025 California Housing Market Forecast

A more favorable interest rate environment that will loosen up the "lock-in" effect and improve housing inventory will encourage buyers and sellers...

Sep 25, 2024, 00:18 ET Governor Newsom Signs Major Legislation to Bolster Ethnic and Community Media Through the State's Advertising Power

In a decisive move to strengthen ethnic and community media, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1511 - authored by Assemblymember Miguel Santiago (D-Los ...

Sep 24, 2024, 18:35 ET California REALTORS® commend passage of C.A.R.-sponsored AB 2992 (Nguyen)

The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) today issued the following statement on the passage of C.A.R.-sponsored bill AB 2992 (Nguyen): "The...

Sep 17, 2024, 12:04 ET California home sales pull back in August as buyers adopt "wait and see" strategy, C.A.R. reports

California home sales hit a seven-month low in August, as buyers held out despite interest rates that dipped to the lowest level since spring, the...

Sep 16, 2024, 10:00 ET California's premier real estate trade show, REimagine! Conference & Expo, opens next week in Long Beach

Thousands of CALIFORNIA REALTORS® will gather next week for the state's premier real estate trade show at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long...

Sep 09, 2024, 15:16 ET KEY INDUSTRY GROUP TIGHTENS STANDARDS AS ROBOCALLS CONTINUE TO DROP

The country's most influential digital and direct-to-consumer marketing trade organization—Responsible Enterprises Against Consumer Harassment (R.E.A....

Aug 27, 2024, 12:30 ET San Diego Building and Housing Leaders Call for Regional Affordability, Capacity Building

San Diego region's housing supply challenges took center stage last week during the Center for California Real Estate's (CCRE) multi-sector solutions ...

Aug 20, 2024, 11:00 ET California home sales reach five-month high as mortgage rates hit lows, C.A.R. reports

Fueled by the lowest interest rates since spring, California home sales rebounded in July to reach a five-month high, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF...

Aug 14, 2024, 15:40 ET BAHFA, ABAG Leaders Issue Statement on Withdrawal Of Housing Bond Measure from November Ballot

ay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) Chair Alfredo Pedroza and Belia Ramos, president of the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)'s...

Aug 13, 2024, 11:00 ET More than 60 million Americans enrolled with ID.me to safely verify their identity online

ID.me, the digital identity wallet used by more than 130 million Americans to keep themselves safe while transacting online, announced today that it...

Aug 13, 2024, 10:30 ET Ava Energy AI LLC Granted Novel Patent for Revolutionary Energy-to-Compute Technology

Ava Energy AI LLC ("AVA Energy") is proud to announce that it has been granted a Notice of Allowance From the United States Patent and Trademark...

Aug 08, 2024, 12:30 ET CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® announces appointment of Phil Hawkins as new CEO

The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) today announced it has named Phil Hawkins as its new chief executive officer. Hawkins currently...

Aug 08, 2024, 10:30 ET Lightstar Contract Approved by Detroit City Council for Neighborhood Solar

Lightstar, in collaboration with the City of Detroit is excited to announce the Lightstar contract was officially approved at the recent City Council ...

Aug 01, 2024, 13:57 ET SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIM'S ATTORNEYS ANNOUNCE CIVIL LAWSUIT AGAINST ALLEGED SEXUAL ABUSER

The Potts Law Firm has filed a civil lawsuit against Leroy "Art" Adam, a resident of Round Rock, Texas. This lawsuit comes in addition to the...

Aug 01, 2024, 10:00 ET PHI MRO Services Awarded Two (2) Bell 407 Completions by Louisiana State Police

PHI MRO Services, a global leader in helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, announced today at the 2024 Airborne Public Safety...

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