Legislation

Legislation refers to the process of creating and enacting laws. In most democratic societies, legislation is created through a process that involves several steps, including proposal, debate, and voting. Once a law has been passed by a legislative body, it must be signed by the appropriate authority before it can be enacted. Legislation is an important aspect of the legal system, as it sets the rules and guidelines that govern society and provide a framework for addressing issues and conflicts that arise within a community.

DeSantis pledges Florida will use ‘every resource’ to end human trafficking
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DeSantis pledges Florida will use ‘every resource’ to end human trafficking

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pledged late Tuesday morning that his state would use “every resource at [its] disposal” to put human traffickers out of business and into prison. “So, all in, human trafficking across this country is a $150 billion-dollar illegal enterprise. And, I’m here to say that Florida – we want to use every…

EOF: Protecting potential of young girls in Nigeria, others | The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News
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EOF: Protecting potential of young girls in Nigeria, others | The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News

It was to chart a new course for the girl-child, from lack of access to menstrual education to the risks of involvement in human trafficking, that the Emmanuel Osemota Foundation (EOF), a multinational nonprofit organisation empowering local communities in Nigeria and South Florida through accessible education and high-quality healthcare, stepped in. With research revealing that…

Cannabis workers face death and exploitation. California is stepping in after Times investigation
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Cannabis workers face death and exploitation. California is stepping in after Times investigation

WEAVERVILLE, Calif.  — Acknowledging growing concern over the mistreatment of cannabis workers, California regulators have quietly assembled a team to pursue labor exploitation in the state’s burgeoning weed industry. The new unit, housed within the Department of Cannabis Control, recently solicited help from law enforcement agencies statewide to investigate cannabis operators who coerce or threaten workers,…

Bill continues to advance adding human trafficking prevention training for Hoosier truckers
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Bill continues to advance adding human trafficking prevention training for Hoosier truckers

INDIANAPOLIS (WTHI) – A bill continues to advance that adds a human trafficking training requirement for Hoosiers pursuing their commercial driver’s licenses. Tuesday morning, the Senate Homeland Security and Transportation Committee unanimously passed House Bill 1196. The legislation aims to inform truck drivers of the signs of human trafficking. Under it, drivers would watch a…

Texas trafficking: New anti-human trafficking measures set to pass in Austin
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Texas trafficking: New anti-human trafficking measures set to pass in Austin

Texas bills targeting human trafficking reforms During the entire month of April, FOX 26 focused on the deep damage inflicted by the continuing threat of human trafficking. FOX 26’s Greg Groogan provides a critical follow-up development and shares what kind of response we can expect from leaders in the state capitol. HOUSTON – The considerable…

Oklahoma Senate approves measure addressing demand side of human trafficking
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Oklahoma Senate approves measure addressing demand side of human trafficking

  Oklahoma City – State Senator Darrell Weaver has won full Senate approval of a measure which, for the first time in Oklahoma, would address the demand side of human trafficking. Weaver, R-Moore, is the Senate principal author of House Bill 2054, which would strengthen the penalty for “Johns” by changing the crime of paying a person for sex…

Legislation passed to regulate Florida human trafficking safehouses following 9 Investigates series
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Legislation passed to regulate Florida human trafficking safehouses following 9 Investigates series

There is a major update to 9 Investigates’ reporting on the lack of standards and inspections for human trafficking safehouses that serve adults. Wednesday night, a bill to regulate them was about to be sent to the governor’s desk. Advocates are citing Channel 9 investigative reporter Karla Ray’s reporting as the catalyst for this legislation moving…

Legislature passes bill adding safe house protections against human trafficking, closing hotels loophole
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Legislature passes bill adding safe house protections against human trafficking, closing hotels loophole

A bill designed to improve security against human trafficking at safe houses and crack down on noncompliance of anti-trafficking measures at hotels has cleared its final stop in the Legislature. House members voted unanimously for the bill (SB 1690), a priority of Attorney General Ashley Moody that adds heightened signage, staffing and educational standards at…

The Academic Advisor – Issue 4, April 2023 | Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC – JDSupra
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The Academic Advisor – Issue 4, April 2023 | Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC – JDSupra

Welcome Welcome to the fourth edition of The Academic Advisor for 2023 – our e-newsletter focused on education law insights. As the academic year winds down and schools look toward summer projects and planning, our Education Practice Group has selected topics for this newsletter that highlight the ever-changing legal landscape for educational institutions in our…

Efficiency, Sustainability, and Equity Priorities Succeed in Olympia | Port of Seattle
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Efficiency, Sustainability, and Equity Priorities Succeed in Olympia | Port of Seattle

The 2023 Washington state legislature adopted major Port of Seattle priorities for the economy, sustainability and equity. Legislative advocacy complements the Port’s work to promote economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce and job creation in an equitable, accountable and environmentally responsible manner. Legislation provides funding for large-scale…