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Bill locking the clock on standard time in OK passes committee
Springing forward and falling back is something Oklahomans have been doing for decades, but Rep. Kevin West (R-Moore) says it’s time to stop changing the clocks.
Next Generation 911 expands emergency access, but gaps remain
Next Generation 9-1-1 is transforming emergency response by providing text messaging, video sharing and AI-powered translation. However, inconsistent nationwide implementation means millions cannot access these life-saving features.
Arkansas lawmakers propose new bill to add panic buttons to schools
In an effort to enhance security measures in schools, Arkansas lawmakers proposed legislation that would add panic buttons at campuses across the state.
Kansas House bill seeks to exempt taxes, tips from calculation of credit card processing fees
Under the proposed Consumer Inflation Reduction and Tax Fairness Act contained in House Bill 2089, issuers of debit or credit cards wouldn’t be able to charge a Kansas merchant an interchange fee on the tax or gratuity amounts of an electronic transaction.
Shreveport mayor explains Louisiana’s trespassing laws, police enforcement limits
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux issued a memorandum on Monday addressing recent concerns about unauthorized individuals on private property, while also clarifying Louisiana's trespassing laws and the legal limitations of law enforcement in such situations.
Maryland pilot program would ticket drivers texting while driving in Montgomery Co. and Prince George’s Co.
“The stats show that someone who's texting while they drive,” Dhruv Maheshwari from Obvio, the AI traffic safety company explained. “It actually increases the risk of an accident by 23 times.”
10 unusual bills proposed in Mississippi’s 2024 legislative session
Sen. Kevin Blackwell, R-Southaven, is looking to get ahead of the curve as technology quickly advances with SB 2088, which would act as a protection to employees from forced human microchip implantation
Daylight saving time could come to an end in Texas if newly filed bills pass
Time For A Change? New bills filed at the Texas Legislature would end the practice of changing your clocks.
