Gila County officials review short-term rental regulations
Gila County Delays Short-Term Rental Regulations The supervisors in Gila County have decided to postpone the enforcement of regulations concerning short-term rentals (STRs) until they can address the concerns raised by property owners. Back in December 2023, the supervisors approved an ordinance that mandated STR owners to pay a $250 annual fee to secure a […]
A million-dollar issue with Alabama’s campaign finance regulations
Campaign Finance Controversy in Alabama On June 30, a nonprofit called First Principles Action Inc. made headlines by donating $1 million to Katherine Robertson, who is set to become Alabama’s next attorney general. This donation marks a significant moment in Alabama’s political funding landscape. First Principles Action was founded in December 2024 as part of […]
Trump administration takes legal action against California regarding cage-free egg and animal welfare regulations
The Trump administration has initiated legal action against California regarding animal welfare regulations that voters approved. These laws prohibit the confinement of chickens, pigs, and calves in small cages, and the administration asserts that this has led to increased egg prices and infringes on federal agricultural laws. A statement from a lawyer involved in the […]
California Faces Gas Crisis as Democrats Persist with Heavy Regulations
California gas prices saw an increase on Tuesday, attributed to the state’s Democratic policies and new regulations. These green energy initiatives have led to the closure of refineries, further driving up gas prices that could rise significantly in the near future. The state is facing what some describe as a potential gas crisis, largely resulting […]
Alabama is the fifth state to withdraw its lawsuit against Coinbase as federal regulations show potential progress.
The Alabama Securities Commission has retracted its lawsuit against Coinbase, which was initiated in June 2023 over allegations that the company was breaching securities laws by offering staking services to residents of Alabama. Amanda Sen, the director of the commission, mentioned that continuing with the lawsuit would be costly and, in the end, unnecessary. She […]
Alabama House passes two bills to refuse bail for violent offenses and tighten regulations on gun offenders
On Tuesday night, the Alabama House of Representatives passed two public safety bills that Republican lawmakers claim are central to their efforts to address violent crime. These bills, sponsored by state Sen. Will Burfoot (R-Pike Road)—SB118 and SB119—are part of a broader initiative to reform Alabama’s bail laws and impose stricter limitations on firearm possession […]
Alabama strengthens control over undocumented immigration with updated voter ID and DNA regulations
After the conclusion of the state legislative sessions in 2025, Governor Kay Ivey signed two bills on Monday aimed at bolstering the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration. These measures are also intended to reduce the incentives for individuals to live illegally in Alabama. One of the bills, SB158, seeks to strengthen the state’s illegal […]
Alabama Supreme Court implements updated regulations for attorney advertisements
Alabama Supreme Court Updates Ethical Rules on Lawyer Advertising The Alabama Supreme Court has implemented new ethical guidelines aimed at regulating lawyer advertising to prevent deceptive practices and safeguard the public. “These updated rules achieve two main objectives,” noted Presiding Judge Sarah Stewart. “They ensure our standards remain relevant amid ongoing social and technological shifts. […]
Trump administration to roll back many EPA regulations, revisit contested water rule • Tennessee Lookout
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking to rescind more than 30 regulations, including those aimed at reducing carbon emissions and controlling pollution, and seeking to redefine federal government-enforceable water and wetlands, administrator Lee Zeldin said Wednesday. The agency will take 31 steps to cover many issues equivalent to “the biggest deregulation announcement in US […]
Bill pushing ‘sound science’ would impact future regulations on ‘forever chemicals’ • Tennessee Lookout
Tennessee lawmakers are looking for measures to transfer recycling costs from local governments to producers. (Photo: Getty Images) The bill, presented by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has state agencies attempted to create new regulations on chemicals in drinking water and block the handling of dangerous waste in Tennessee. Sen. Shane Reeves, Rutherford County Republican, […]
