South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley recently introduced an ambitious legislative package aimed at addressing a range of issues such as crimes committed by state employees, human trafficking, prison contraband, and probation reforms. This move comes in response to recent misconduct by state
Connecticut's energy landscape is currently embroiled in a heated debate, with utility companies and state regulators at odds over energy policies and pricing. Culminating years of regulatory skirmishes and appeals, the conflict has reached a boiling point, amplified by revelations from State
In 2025, Evanston residents will see the enforcement of several new state and local laws as the Illinois General Assembly introduced 294 state laws intended to enhance tenant protections, employment standards, and reproductive health rights among other areas. These legislative changes encompass
President-elect Donald Trump has recently made a compelling appeal to Congress to enact a comprehensive legislative package, which he has dubbed "one big, beautiful bill." This ambitious bill targets critical areas such as border security, energy policy, and tax reductions. Trump has
In a move that has stirred significant concern among key stakeholders, the District of Squamish has decided to downsize its Economic Development department to a single employee. Once a team of at least three, this drastic reduction is part of the 2024-2029 budget plans driven by budget
In a significant move to combat the pervasive issue of human trafficking, a new bipartisan House bill has been introduced to establish a comprehensive national database detailing county-specific data on human trafficking cases across the United States. Representatives Kevin Kiley, Harriet Hageman,
The U.S. government has achieved a significant milestone in fiscal year 2024 by reducing the rate of improper payments to 3.97%, the lowest it has been since 2013. This remarkable improvement comes after a challenging period marked by the pandemic, during which the rate soared to a staggering 7.16%
The increasing complexity of government agency networks and their need for stringent security measures has made achieving zero trust security a formidable challenge. Zero trust security mandates continuous verification of every entity seeking access to network resources, ensuring no individual or
The escalating threat of terrorism in West Africa has become a pressing concern for both regional and international stakeholders. The region has witnessed a significant increase in terrorist activities and fatalities since 2019, despite the presence of foreign military partners. This surge in
The imminent shutdown of Trans Metro Dewata (TMD) public transportation services in Bali, effective from January 1, 2025, has left many residents and stakeholders apprehensive about the future of the island’s public transport system. The TMD Integrated Highway Bus, which has been a crucial pillar i
