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Text of NJ sports betting referendum question – Oregonian

Interpretive statement: A “yes” vote on this question would allow the Legislature, when permitted by federal law, to legalize the placing of bets on certain sports events at casinos, racetracks, and former racetrack sites. Currently, federal law only …

When does religious speech become political speech? – United Press International

because it did not make a ‘political expenditure.’” On March 27, 2009 — the last day before the six-month wait period expired under federal law — the IRS said it was going to “abate” the excise taxes and credit Catholic … Continue reading

Emma McElvaney Talbott | Civil rights warriors did much; work remains – Courier-Journal

Our youthful bodies were strong and up to the task of marching and picketing and our minds sharp and firm in our determination to become full-fledged U.S. citizens with all the rights and privileges thereto appertained. Our actions were informed … Continue reading

Political Notebook: Ramsey’s voter ID taxi service gets its first fare – Nashville Tennessean

The law, which takes effect Jan. 1 … and the Smith Harris & Carr government relations firm. Gossage said it will probably be at least two weeks before an evaluation team scores the three proposals.

Reynolds: Small-time criminals crowd jail – News-Leader.com

Is the Greene County Jail, local law enforcement and our court system really streamlined and operating at its best? Do the supporters of this law tax actually believe that jail helps support a child when the parent refuses to do … Continue reading

Washington County, Pennsylvania Brings Class Action to Recover Recording Fees Lost to Wall Street – YAHOO!

The County of Washington, Pennsylvania has filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of Pennsylvania’s 67 … secured by real property in Pennsylvania as allowed by Pennsylvania law. However, the Complaint alleges that the mortgages were recorded in the …

Introducing a New, Centralized Spot for Tactical Professionals to Find Tactical Packs Needed for Duty – PR.com

A new site catering to military personnel and law enforcement professionals now offers an effective solution to locating tactical packs necessary for job performance. These individuals can expect to save time while searching for tactical packs, military …

Area Votes in Congress – Philadelphia Daily News

or Children’s Health Insurance under the 2010 health law. The bill (HR 2576) would start defining nontaxable Social Security benefits as income in determining eligibility for coverage under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

American Law Student Released In Israeli-Egyptian Prisoner Exchange – New York’s PIX11 / WPIX-TV

A Queens law student arrived at John F. Kennedy International Airport Saturday for an emotional reunion with his family, after he was freed from an Egyptian prison. Accused of spying for Israel, Grapel, 27, spent more than four months in … Continue reading

Mass. Sen. hopeful Warren taps academia support – RealClearPolitics

When Chrystin Ondersma arrived at Harvard Law School, the Michigan native wasn’t sure what she wanted to study until Elizabeth Warren took her under her wing and persuaded her to immerse herself in bankruptcy law. “A lot of the issues … Continue reading