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Rachel Rossi delivers remarks at UN High-Level Political Forum
On behalf of the United States, I am thrilled to welcome you to this official High-Level Political Forum side event, “Turning the Tide: Scaling SDG 16 for the Future, Reinforcing Access to Justice, and Advancing Democracy.”
Attorneys General urge Senate support for SAVE Act
Earlier today, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall and the attorneys general of 21 other states urged the U.S. Senate to join the U.S. House in supporting the Safeguard American Voter and Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The AGs highlighted the bipartisan nature of the SAVE Act, noting its passage on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, and strongly encouraged the Senate to pass the bill.
Former Judge Jay D Mondry passes away at age eighty-five
Jay D. Mondry, born to Leo and Marion Mondry on May 4, 1939, in Grand Forks, ND, passed away on July 10, 2024, in Park Rapids, MN.
Troutman Pepper Partner Brett Mason Elected to The American Law Institute
Troutman Pepper Partner Brett Ashton Mason has been elected to serve as a member of The American Law Institute, the leading independent organization in the United States producing scholarly work to clarify, modernize, and otherwise improve the law.
Secretary of State Francisco V. Aguilar and Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issue a joint statement on Washoe County vote, file petition with Nevada Supreme Court
Nevada Secretary of State Francisco V. Aguilar and Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued a joint statement after three Washoe County Commissioners failed to canvass the recount of two vote totals for the June Primary Election
Attorney General's office opens applications for new sheriff office assistance grants
Oklahoma City (July 16, 2024) – Oklahoma sheriffs can now pursue grant funding to bolster the services they provide to their counties, thanks to a new grant program administered by the Office of Attorney General Gentner Drummond.
Coalition urges FEMA recognition for extreme heat & wildfire smoke as major disasters
Attorney General Kris Mayes today led a coalition of 14 attorneys general in petitioning the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to initiate rulemaking to update its regulations to recognize extreme heat and wildfire smoke events as eligible for major disaster declarations under the Stafford Act. The petition also seeks to clarify that wildfire smoke events are eligible for Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) funding.
New Mexico AG investigates Memorial Medical Center for alleged denial of essential care
Las Cruces, NM – This morning, Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is launching an investigation into Memorial Medical Center following allegations that the hospital has refused to treat indigent cancer patients, failed to screen patients for financial assistance, and denied medical services to patients in violation of New Mexico law.
Former banker extradited from UK on charges involving bribery scheme
A dual citizen of the United States and Ghana will make his initial appearance today in the Eastern District of New York to face charges related to his participation in a scheme to bribe Ghanaian officials to obtain and retain business from the Republic of Ghana.
Attorney General Wilson urges Congress to pass SAVE Act for election integrity
Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in urging Congressional leaders to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The initiative, co-led by Iowa and Indiana, aims to fortify the electoral process by ensuring that only eligible U.S. citizens can vote.
Missouri AG urges dismissal of New York's prosecution against Trump
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has filed a brief urging New York to vacate Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s prosecution against President Trump. This action follows an assassination attempt on President Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.
Attorney General Taylor Shares Resources for Consumers Following the Change Healthcare (a Unit of UnitedHealth) Cyberattack
Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following an unprecedented data breach in February at Change Healthcare.
Consumer Alert: Resources Available to Arkansans Affected by Change Healthcare Cyberattack
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement alerting Arkansans to the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services after Change Healthcare’s February data breach.
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthcare Cyberattack
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s February data breach.
Attorney General Brown Announces Charges in Rideshare Carjacking Spree in Baltimore Region
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that charges have been brought against six Baltimore teens, aged 16 to 19, for their roles in the string of armed robberies and carjackings that plagued Baltimore City and Baltimore County throughout November and December of 2022.
AG Nessel Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthcare (a Unit of UnitedHealth) Cyberattack
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s February data breach.
Owner of Passaic County Spa Agrees to Pay $10,000, Accept 10-Year Ban on Doing Business in NJ to Resolve Allegations of Practicing Medicine Without a License
Continuing their efforts to halt the unlicensed practice of medicine in spa-like settings, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs (“Division”) announced that the owner of a Passaic County skin-care spa has agreed to pay a $10,000 civil penalty and accept a 10-year ban on operating a skin care specialty spa in New Jersey in order to resolve allegations of unlawfully providing invasive aesthetic treatments only licensed medical professionals are authorized to perform in New Jersey.
Change Healthcare Data Breach
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that in February 2024, Change Healthcare, a unit of UnitedHealth, the nation’s largest electronic data clearinghouse, experienced a significant cyberattack.
Attorney General James Announces Ban on Ex-NRA CFO Wilson “Woody” Phillips from Not-for-Profit Industry in New York
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced a settlement with the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Wilson “Woody” Phillips banning him from serving as a fiduciary of a not-for-profit in New York for 10 years and requiring training before returning to any such position.
Attorney General Neronha Statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals Fire
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following statement regarding today’s fire at Rhode Island Recycled Metals (RIRM).