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Illinois strengthens human rights act with new amendments

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Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced that legislation amending the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) to clarify and strengthen its protections has been signed into law.

Indiana AG secures victory in patient privacy case against IU Health

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Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office has secured a win for medical privacy, ensuring through court-directed discovery that IU Health has implemented proper privacy controls and training to protect Hoosier patients’ private health information.

Attorney General returns nearly $3 million to consumers through settlements

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Thousands of checks are being mailed to Pennsylvanians as a result of two Office of Attorney General settlements.

Drummond comments on rescinding of St. Isidore contract by charter school board

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Oklahoma City (Aug. 12, 2024) – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond made remarks today following the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board's unanimous vote to rescind the St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School contract.

America First Legal files defamation lawsuit against Equality Utah

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America First Legal sues Equality Utah for defamation

Attorney General files lawsuit against New Jersey auto dealer over alleged deceptive practices

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HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the filing of a lawsuit against New Jersey business, Segtaf Automobile, LLC, and its owner, Taofeek Oyekangun, for the alleged unlicensed sale of used automobiles in Pennsylvania.

Illinois expands worker protections with new anti-retaliation law

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Attorney General Raoul's legislation to expand worker protections against retaliation signed into law

Texas AG opens investigation into CenterPoint Energy's conduct during Hurricane Beryl

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an investigation into CenterPoint Energy, the electrical utility company serving the greater Houston area, for potential violations of Texas law during Hurricane Beryl.

AG Moody warns students about counterfeit pills containing fentanyl as schools reopen

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning parents about an alarming increase in teen drug overdoses. A study from the New England Journal of Medicine revealed that approximately 22 teens die each week nationwide due to drug overdoses—about the same number of students in a high-school class. According to the report, drug overdoses and poisonings are now the third-leading cause of pediatric deaths in the country. Earlier this month, Attorney General Moody hosted a Thin Line Tribute thanking school resource deputies for their front-line efforts and issued a...

Idaho joins multi-state lawsuit against Biden-Harris healthcare policy for illegal immigrants

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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador has joined a federal lawsuit to prevent the Biden-Harris administration from extending Obamacare benefits to illegal immigrants. The legal action, spearheaded by Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach, includes attorneys general from 14 other states.

Former Milford city manager charged with soliciting minor

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The former city manager of Milford in Clermont County has been charged with importuning, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck announced today.

New Illinois law targets AI-created child sexual abuse imagery

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Attorney General Raoul’s legislation on use of artificial intelligence child sexual abuse images is signed into law

Huron county collects unused medications during AG Yost's drug dropoff day

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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost’s Drug Dropoff Day on Saturday at the Huron County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the collection and proper disposal of 64 pounds of unused or expired prescription medications.

Deputy Clerk of Court position open in Devils Lake

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A job announcement has been made for the position of Deputy Clerk of Court in Devils Lake, ND. The full-time role offers an annual salary of $51,900 and is part of Unit 1 - Clerk of Court Office. Applications will be accepted until August 26, 2024, at 11:59 PM Central.

Attorney General comments on decline in major city violent crimes

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The Justice Department has released a statement from Attorney General Merrick B. Garland regarding the Major Cities Chiefs Association Violent Crime Survey, which indicates a decrease in violent crime in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period last year.

Wisconsin DOJ investigates officer-involved shooting in Fitchburg

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The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. The incident occurred on the morning of Monday, August 12, 2024.

Justice Department secures agreement expanding religious opportunities in NC state prisons

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The Justice Department announced today that it has secured an agreement with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) to expand opportunities for group religious practice throughout the state prison system and allow access to kosher-for-Passover meals and Seders. The agreement resolves the Justice Department’s investigation of NCDAC pursuant to the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA).

Attorney General Garland addresses violent crime reduction efforts in New Mexico

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland delivered remarks at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico on August 12, 2024. His address highlighted ongoing efforts to combat violent crime and drug trafficking, particularly in Tribal communities.

Illinois expands access under Crime Victims Compensation Program

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Attorney General Raoul's legislation expanding access to crime victims compensation program signed into law

Attorney General Bonta supports CFPB proposal on banning medical debt from credit reports

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sent a letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in support of a proposed rule that would prohibit the reporting of medical debt on credit reports. The rule aims to provide relief for millions of Americans burdened by unexpected or inaccurate medical bills. Earlier this year, Attorney General Bonta, Senator Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara), and a coalition of consumer advocacy organizations unveiled SB 1061, legislation seeking to protect consumers from having their credit affected by medical debt.