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Compare Connecticut's incarceration rates to other states

Anna Harden July 6, 2024 0 Comment

While Connecticut had a higher incarceration rate than countries like Canada and France in 2022, it had the ninth-lowest rate among U.S. states, according to data released last month by the Prison Policy Initiative,...

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Massachusetts lawmakers seek to expand the scope of certain sex crimes – NBC Boston

Anna Harden July 6, 2024 0 Comment

A bill is currently being considered in Beacon Hill that would expand the scope of certain sex offenses under Massachusetts law committed by a health care provider or clergy member. The bill would also...

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New Florida laws take effect July 1 – NBC 6 South Florida

Anna Harden June 30, 2024 0 Comment

Over the past few months, Governor Ron DeSantis has been busy signing dozens of bills passed during this year's legislative session. More than 150 bills signed by the governor will go into effect on...

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California bars and nightclubs offer knockout drop test kits – NBC Bay Area

Anna Harden June 30, 2024 0 Comment

Starting Monday, establishments across the state that sell alcohol to consumers will be required to provide on-site drug testing upon request. The bill, formerly Assembly Bill 1310, would allow consumers to request testing for...

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Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit against CT law repealing religious vaccination exemption

Anna Harden June 24, 2024 0 Comment

WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge to a 2021 Connecticut law that repeals the state’s longstanding religious exemption from requiring children to be vaccinated in schools, colleges and daycare centers....