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In Michigan, as in most states, drivers are required by law to have a certain amount of car insurance. If you drive without insurance or don’t meet the Michigan car insurance requirements, you could face fines, license suspension, or even jail time. This state has some of the toughest rules about car insurance in the…

Assembly Bill No. 352 (AB 352) in California changed a lot about how private health information is handled and shared on January 1. It mostly affected information about reproductive health services. Under California’s current Reproductive Privacy Act and the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA), people have a basic right to privacy when making reproductive…

In a significant development, the French constitutional court has invalidated several provisions of a highly debated immigration law. This decision comes in the wake of widespread protests held across the nation, where tens of thousands of individuals expressed their concerns about the law’s perceived far-right influences and the potential implications it could have for France.…

“We have reached a point of finality.” According to Rep. Andrew Barkis, R-Auburn, his constituents have been expressing concerns about protesters blocking freeways. A group of pro-Palestinian supporters caused a major disruption on Saturday when they blocked northbound traffic on Interstate 5 in Seattle for over five hours. This resulted in a six-mile backup of…

Electric bills for California residents are expected to undergo changes in the upcoming year. Electricity bills usually correspond to the amount of electricity consumed by a particular household. Following the passage of Assembly Bill 205 last year, California may now potentially implement a system where electricity charges are determined based on income level. Three of…

Calls for mandatory jail time for repeat shoplifters are growing among California lawmakers, law enforcement agencies, and retail representatives. During a press conference held on Monday, representatives from various parts of the state expressed their backing for AB 1772. This proposed legislation aims to mandate imprisonment for individuals found guilty of a third theft offense.…

In 2024, several states are set to broaden their paid sick leave mandates, coinciding with the surge of seasonal viruses such as Covid-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). According to HR Brew’s previous report, although the US lacks federally mandated paid sick leave, an increasing number of states and private employers have begun offering…

Breaking News: HB 49 has successfully cleared the Florida House Commerce Committee on January 23. CEO Sadaf Knight of the Florida Policy Institute issued a statement: The Florida Policy Institute (FPI) has issued a statement from its CEO, Sadaf Knight: A bill that could potentially overturn established child labor protections in Florida is now ready…

Florida lawmakers are considering implementing strict regulations that could potentially prohibit children from accessing social media platforms. In a significant development, the bill prohibiting individuals aged 16 or under from using certain platforms, regardless of parental consent, was approved by the House of Representatives on Wednesday. A new legislation has been introduced to address concerns…