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Texas AG Ken Paxton sues three school districts for not displaying Ten Commandments in classrooms

The suits against Galveston, Round Rock and Leander ISDs come after Texas passed a law requiring the commandments be posted in classrooms. The law is being challenged in federal court.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 7, 2025

ICE to open national call center to find unaccompanied migrant children amid surge in partnerships

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to open a national call center to help local and state law enforcement agencies find unaccompanied migrant children

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2025

New Jersey Cops Took His Guns Because They Were Worried About His Wife's Mental Health

Elsid Aliaj says the seizure violated state law and the Second Amendment.

Reason · Nov 4, 2025

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What Texans need to know about Prop 16, the constitutional amendment on citizenship and voting

The proposed constitutional amendment would affirm that voters must be citizens, a requirement that’s already in state law.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 24, 2025

North Carolina Republicans advance map to secure another seat in Congress

State house set to pass map to turn 10-4 Republican split into 11-3 – and state law does not give governor a veto

The Guardian - US · Oct 21, 2025

What Happens to My Assets If My Spouse Passes Away Without A Will?

Losing a spouse is a painful experience, and it can become even more complicated if they pass away without a will. When there’s no will, it’s called dying “intestate.” This situation results in your spouse’s assets being distributed according to state laws, not personal wishes. Understanding what happens to your…

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 18, 2025

Oil and Gas Companies Used Banned Toxic Chemicals Near the Rocky Mountains

One of the prohibited substances can cause cancer; new state law forced operators to identify chemicals.

Capital & Main · Oct 17, 2025

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New Hampshire teen sues school officials for vehicle search linked to gun ownership

State law prohibits students from bringing firearms onto school property

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2025

Four Florida football fans face felony charges for running on field — under law intended to stop protests at Trump rallies

DeSantis enacted state law that imposes criminal penalties for crossing police lines at major ticketed events

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2025

The State Laws That Let Creditors Override Your Living Trust

Many people create living trusts believing they’ll protect their assets from creditors and lawsuits. Unfortunately, that assumption isn’t always true. In most states, revocable living...

Saving Advice · Sep 30, 2025

Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedom

Professors are afraid to publicly speak out, system leaders left key questions unanswered and advocates worry for LGBTQ+ students’ mental health.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 26, 2025

Major charter school network expanding to Miami after lobbying for pro-charter state law

A charter school network backed by a billionaire hedge fund manager announced Thursday that it is expanding in Miami

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2025

Campaign delays push to expand Medicaid in Florida until 2028, citing new state law

A campaign to expand Medicaid in Florida is delaying its push to get the issue on the ballot until 2028

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2025

Appeals court keeps New York’s gun restrictions in place, including Times Square and subway ban

A federal appeals court has effectively upheld a state law in New York that bars firearms in “sensitive” locations including Times Square, the New York City subway system and commuter trains

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

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The Texas Tribune · Sep 11, 2025

Providing basic care to students does not violate Texas’ parental consent law, state guidance to schools says

The guidance comes in response to confusion over a new state law requiring schools to notify parents whenever students need health care services.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 3, 2025

UT System will push to enforce campus protest bans that judge temporarily blocked

A judge said the university can’t be trusted to enforce a state law that bans overnight “expressive activity,” among other restrictions, in a constitutional way.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 3, 2025

Texas suburbs resist new state law allowing more apartments

Suburban officials in the Dallas-Fort Worth region have enacted rules aimed at curtailing a sweeping new state law to allow more apartments.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 29, 2025

Three school districts temporarily blocked from complying with key parts of Texas’ DEI ban

A judge ruled the districts must avoid compliance with four previsions of SB 12, including a ban on clubs that focus on sexual orientation or gender identity.

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Reason · Aug 25, 2025

Second Amendment Roundup: 2d Circuit Upholds License Denials by N.Y. Judge

State Judges who deny gun licenses are held to enjoy absolute judicial immunity.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Aug 22, 2025

7 State Laws That Can Change Who Inherits Your Home

Inheritance sounds straightforward: you own a house, you pass it down, end of story. But state laws can flip that plan on its head faster than a surprise twist in a TV drama.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 21, 2025

UT System nixes faculty senates, approves restrictions on campus protests

The changes are in response to new state laws seeking to limit faculty’s influence and put guardrails on campus demonstrations.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Aug 20, 2025

8 State Rules That Could Force You Into Probate Court

Imagine this: a loved one passes away, and instead of grieving in peace, you find yourself knee-deep in paperwork, waiting months (or even years) for the court to decide what happens to their property. Probate court can feel like a maze with no map, draining time, money, and patience from…

Saving Advice · Aug 17, 2025

8 State Laws That Let Utility Companies Cut You Off Without Warning

When you fall behind on your utility bills, you might expect some kind of warning before the lights go out. But in some states, utility...

Everybody Loves Your Money · Aug 15, 2025

Why Leaving a Vehicle to a Teenager May Violate State Law

It might feel like a rite of passage—tossing the keys to a shiny car and watching a teenager drive off with a grin. But behind that moment of independence, there’s a tangle of legal strings that could trip up any well-meaning parent or guardian. Many states have strict rules that…

Saving Advice · Aug 14, 2025

10 Little-Known State Laws That Affect Retirees More Than Anyone

When you imagine retirement, you probably picture more free time, fewer daily stresses, and a focus on family, hobbies, and relaxation. What you may not...

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