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FCC Alerts Broadcasters of Cybersecurity Threat

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The Federal Communications Commission’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) has issued a Public Notice alerting broadcasters of a recent string of cybersecurity intrusions against radio broadcasters that...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

California Battery Energy Storage Systems Legislation Update: Safety Requirements and AB 205 “Opt-In” Procedures Amended

In the wake of a catastrophic battery storage facility fire in Moss Landing in January that burned over half the batteries in a 300-megawatt (MW) installation in Monterey County, 2025 has been a rollercoaster year for Battery...more

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Trump Administration Executive Order Tracker - November 2025

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Below is a tracker of healthcare-related executive orders (EOs) issued by the Trump administration, including overviews of each EO and the date each EO was signed. We will regularly update this tracker as additional EOs are...more

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The Garden State's AG Blueprint: Data, Partnership, Accountability — Regulatory Oversight Podcast

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In this episode of Regulatory Oversight, Stephen Piepgrass is joined by RISE partner Chris Carlson and New Jersey First Assistant Attorney General (AG) Lyndsay Ruotolo for a deep dive into the unique structure, scope, and...more

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CA and DE AGs Secure Safety and Oversight Commitments, Will Not Oppose OpenAI Recapitalization

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Delaware AG Kathy Jennings announced that her office has issued a Statement of No Objection to the proposed corporate recapitalization of the artificial intelligence company, OpenAI, Inc., a Delaware nonprofit corporation...more

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The Legal Realities Behind FIFA’s 2026 World Cup Agreements Amid Public Safety Concerns

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Is it too dangerous to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup in certain U.S. cities? President Donald Trump has threatened to move World Cup matches from what he deemed to be dangerous cities, including Seattle and San Francisco. Does...more

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Airplane Cabin Fumes: Regulations, Research and Related Lawsuits

In a letter dated September 25, 2025, numerous members of Congress wrote to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging it to expedite the development of a standardized reporting system for airline employees to report...more

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California Focuses on Large AI Models

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What Happened? On September 29, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 53, the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act (TFAIA), making California the first U.S. state to mandate standardized...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] 4th Annual Police Tech Conference & Expo - December 2nd - 3rd, Mississauga, ON, Canada

Canadian police organizations are under pressure to do more with less. From AI-driven efficiencies to digital evidence management, law enforcement agencies are exploring new ways to keep pace with rising demands while...more

Oppenheimer Investigations Group

Key Considerations for Investigating Police and Fire Personnel Misconduct

From timing and notifications to the sharing of information with respondents, the complex nuances of conducting workplace investigations involving public safety employees require an extra layer of care....more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Clean Up At Self-Service Checkout: Long Beach Retailer Staffing Ordinance

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To advance public safety and reduce retail theft, the Long Beach City Council has enacted the Grocery and Drug Store Staffing Standards for Self-Service Checkout Stations Ordinance. Effective September 21, 2025, this law...more

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Denver Voters Will Decide Whether to Authorize General Improvement District to Fund Safety and Cleanliness Initiatives Along South...

Colorado statutes authorize the formation of districts that impact the day-to-day lives of most Coloradoans.  There are various types of districts, including metropolitan districts, stadium districts, business improvement...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Ad Law News and Views - September 2025

Just before the former Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey resigned from office earlier this month, his office quietly issued a withdrawal notice for a rule that would have prohibited social media companies from requiring...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Impact of the FCC Shutdown: What About Filing Deadlines and Databases?

As you know, as of October 1, the federal government has officially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the start of the new fiscal year. Funding for most federal programs and services lapsed at...more

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What to Expect from the CPSC During Government Shutdown

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Essential safety functions will continue: The CPSC will maintain operations that address imminent threats to human life or property. Most staff will be furloughed: Over half of CPSC employees will be placed on furlough,...more

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Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act (SB-53): California Requires New Standardized AI Safety Disclosures

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On September 29, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act (“”), making California the first state to require public, standardized safety disclosures from...more

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At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in CA?

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Most parents know that small children are supposed to sit in the back seat of a vehicle for safety reasons. However, as children age, they typically want to move to the front seat as soon as possible. Moving to the front seat...more

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Broad Street Brief - September 25, 2025

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Councilmember Introduces Bill to Stop Philly from Burning Trash - City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (D-District 3) introduced legislation to ban Philadelphia from signing new waste disposal contracts with companies that...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Reimagining Public Safety: A NAAG Eastern Region Meeting Recap

The National Association of Attorneys General, together with New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, hosted the NAAG Eastern Region Meeting from September 8 to 10, 2025, in historic Asbury Park, New Jersey. Centered...more

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Broad Street Brief: Calder Gardens to Open This Weekend

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City Council to Consider Requiring Retailers to Charge Fee for Paper Bags -During Thursday’s meeting, City Councilmember Mark Squilla (D-District 1) reintroduced a bill that would require retailers to charge a fee for paper...more

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From English Proficiency to Drug Testing: 4 Bills Pending in Congress Could Drive Big Changes in Trucking

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Lawmakers in D.C. have recently introduced four bills that could significantly affect the trucking industry if enacted. Several of the proposals focus on driver safety and accountability, while another seeks to address...more

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Illinois Insights: An Update from Cozen O'Connor (9/15)

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Gov. JB Pritzker signs executive order to protect COVID-19 vaccine access under RFK Jr. - “Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed an executive order that aims to protect COVID-19 vaccine access in Illinois amid increased barriers...more

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Heat and Humidity: The Effect on Car Accidents

We all know how the weather affects us when we’re outside on a hot, humid day. But did you know that hot and humid weather can impact your performance when you’re inside your car driving? Studies have shown a correlation...more

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The Weekly Hill Update - September 2025 #3

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Below is this week’s congressional update by BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team. We’ll continue to post in weeks when both chambers of Congress are in session....more

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Broad Street Brief: Philly No Longer Nation’s Poorest Big City

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City Council Bill Targets Smoke Shops Selling Unregulated Drugs - During Thursday’s meeting, City Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson (D-At Large) introduced legislation to close loopholes and strengthen enforcement...more

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