Politics Law

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

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.

Ohio Law that Criminalizes “Making a False Statement Concerning the Voting Record of a Candidate” Challenged in 6th Circuit – Ballot-access.org

Driehaus voted for taxpayer-funded abortion.” The Susan B. Anthony List is a pro-life political organization. Enforcement of the Ohio law is in the hands of the Ohio Election Commission, which is composed of political appointees. Although …

Government to review law over St Paul’s protest camp – BBC News

The Policing and Criminal Justice Minister Nick Herbert has said that the government is examining whether the law is working effectively in light of the continued protest outside St Paul’s Cathedral. St Paul’s held its first Sunday worship since it … Continue reading

Law Ministry initiates move to induct Special Secretary – MSN India

New Delhi, Oct 30 (PTI) In view of its increased role in advising various arms of the government, the Law Ministry has initiated a move to induct a Special Secretary, with a high- level panel set to interview candidates for … Continue reading

Drunk-driving opponents press for ignition interlock law expansion – Boston Herald

Bill supporters said a 2006 law requiring repeat drunk drivers to install the breath test ignition devices, but noted studies show people who drive drunk may do so 80 times before they are caught. “There’s little sense in waiting for … Continue reading

Proposed law smacks of ‘political chicanery,’ Van Buren prosecutor Juris Kaps says – MLive.com

PAW PAW — The Van Buren County Board of Commissioners is protesting the state proposal that would eliminate a county district court judge. The recommendation blindsided county officials, who had expected to do without a circuit court judge …

Perry urges repeal of New Hampshire gay marriage law – Raw Story

Planned Parenthood is barred from using public funds for abortion under federal law and finances such services from … criticized the federal government’s move as an unconstitutional infringement of state’s rights. “If you want to stop …

China defines terrorism to win global support – Associated Press

The government and some security experts say that the violence … chaos to the social order and other severe social damage.” Li, the criminal law expert, said the definition roughly aligned with those of other countries. Agencies involved …

Indian Kashmir amends tough security law – YAHOO!

Indian-ruled Kashmir has approved amendments to a tough law that allows detention of people without trial … with some harsher clauses of the Public Safety Act (PSA),” a state government official said on condition of anonymity. The amendments mean that … Continue reading