News from July 2024
Ag Campbell Reaches Nation-leading Settlement With Uber and Lyft, Secures Landmark Wages, Benefits and Protections for Drivers
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that her Office has secured a historic settlement in its case against Uber and Lyft that requires a minimum pay standard of $32.50 per hour and a suite of benefits and protections for drivers.
Macomb County Judge Rules FOIA Requests for Sensitive Election Data Were Properly Denied
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced that the 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Macomb County dismissed claims (PDF) brought under Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) against 16 cities and townships.
Montana MVD to provide mobile driver services in Red Lodge
In response to increased demand and to further support customers in Carbon County, Montana’s Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) will offer a mobile licensing event in the parking lot of the Veterans Memorial Civic Center at 215 14th St W, from July 9-11 in Red Lodge.
Orange County transportation company indicted for defrauding Medicaid
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the arrests and indictments of Daler Yuldashev, Damir Yuldashev, their company DYD Universe, Inc. (DYD), and Nigina Iskandarova for their involvement in a scheme that defrauded Medicaid of over $2.3 million and paid illegal kickbacks to Medicaid recipients. The Yuldashevs operated DYD as a medical transportation provider, overcharging Medicaid by billing for non-existent trips and adding fake tolls to legitimate rides. They also paid kickbacks to Medicaid recipients to recruit more customers.
Attorney General Bird Blocks Biden Illegal Student Debt Cancellation
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, alongside 10 other states, secured a nationwide injunction to block Biden's illegal student debt cancellation.
Federal court halts HHS rule, says TN AG Skrmetti
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued a statement following a federal court's decision to halt the Department of Health and Human Services' rule nationwide.
AG Nessel urges retailers for clear signage on egg sourcing
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging grocery stores across the state to add clear signage to help consumers identify which eggs come from caged chickens. Today, the Department of Attorney General sent a letter to SpartanNash, a Michigan-based grocer, emphasizing the importance of transparency in egg sourcing. The initiative aims to help consumers make informed choices following a report from Positive Sum Strategies that highlighted widespread confusion in SpartanNash stores.
Attorney General issues alert on illegal price gouging amid Butte County emergency
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert following Governor Newsom’s declaration of a state of emergency for Butte County due to the Thompson Fire. The fire has burned 3,002 acres and led to the evacuation of thousands of residents. Attorney General Bonta reminded Californians that price gouging during a state of emergency is illegal under Penal Code Section 396. Residents who believe they have been victims of price gouging should report it to local authorities or the Attorney General at oag.ca.gov/report.
Tennessee Supreme Court dismisses developer’s defamation lawsuit against resident
The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled that a defamation and false light lawsuit filed by Bill Charles against Donna McQueen must be dismissed under the Tennessee Public Participation Act (TPPA).
Federal court blocks Biden administration's rule on gender-transition treatments
A federal court has granted Attorney General Austin Knudsen's request to block the Biden administration's new rule, which would withhold funding from states and healthcare providers that refuse to provide or pay for "gender-transition" treatments for adults and children. In response, Attorney General Knudsen issued a statement:
Coalition urges Supreme Court support for federal ghost gun regulations
Attorney General Kaul joins coalition urging Supreme Court to uphold federal ghost gun regulations
Reading man sentenced up to 46 years for child sexual abuse
HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a Reading man will serve 14 to 46 years in prison for repeated sexual assaults of a girl, starting more than 20 years ago. Luis Manuel Ayala-Velasquez, 56, was arrested last year after a grand jury investigation where sexual assault charges were recommended against more than a dozen members of the Jehovah’s Witnesses faith.
Attorney General Hilgers announces victories against Biden Administration mandates
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced victories against two recent mandates by the Biden Administration, which he described as harmful to Americans and the economy.
Coalition urges Supreme Court to uphold federal ghost gun regulations
Attorney General Letitia James has joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general in urging the United States Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule regulating ghost guns—untraceable weapons often made at home from kits—like other firearms. The coalition filed an amicus brief in Garland v. VanDerStok, seeking to reverse an appeals court decision that overturned this gun safety rule. In the brief, Attorney General James and the coalition argue that the rule clarifies existing law, is necessary to prevent gun violence, and assists law enforcement in solving serious crimes.
Lee County man convicted on multiple counts of child pornography possession
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of a Lee County man on multiple counts of possession of child pornography. Judson Bryant Wagner, 35, of Auburn, pleaded guilty in Lee County Circuit Court to five counts of possession of obscene material depicting a person under the age of 17.
Assistant Attorney General position open in Bismarck
The Office of Attorney General in Bismarck, North Dakota, has announced an opening for the position of Assistant Attorney General. The role, identified as Position No: 125-615, offers a salary range between $81,000 and $105,000 annually. Applications will be accepted until July 17, 2024.
Missouri men plead guilty in anti-money laundering conspiracy case
Two Missouri men pleaded guilty yesterday to conspiring with bankers to willfully fail to implement appropriate anti-money laundering (AML) controls at a Missouri bank, as required by the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Josh Stein urges Supreme Court support for federal ghost gun regulations
Attorney General Josh Stein today urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule that regulates ghost guns—untraceable weapons often made at home from kits—like other firearms. In an amicus brief filed in Garland v. VanDerStok, Attorney General Stein and a coalition of 24 attorneys general urged the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court decision that overturned the ghost gun rule, arguing that the rule is a common-sense measure to prevent gun violence and help law enforcement solve crimes.
Kwame Raoul urges Supreme Court support for federal ghost gun regulations
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 24 attorneys general, has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule recognizing that ghost guns—untraceable weapons often made at home from kits—constitute firearms under the federal Gun Control Act of 1968. In an amicus brief filed in Garland v. VanDerStok, Raoul and the coalition urge the Supreme Court to reverse an appeals court decision overturning the ghost gun rule, arguing that the rule is a commonsense clarification of existing law necessary to prevent gun violence and assist law enforcement in...
AGs urge Supreme Court to uphold federal ghost gun regulations
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule regulating ghost guns—untraceable weapons often assembled from kits. In an amicus brief filed in Garland v. VanDerStok, the coalition argues that the rule is a necessary clarification of existing law to prevent gun violence and aid law enforcement.