KVIA News, Stephanie Guadian, September 18, 2017- El Paso’s legislative attorney and lobbyists described a hostile environment during a legislative update to Mayor Dee Margo and City Council at Monday’s Special City Council meeting. Attorney Lupe Cuellar and two lobbyists employed by the city are back in town now that …
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Minneapolis paid sick leave mandate limited to employers within the city, appeals court rules
Twin Cities Pioneer Press, Frederick Melo, September 18, 2017- A paid sick leave mandate instituted by the city of Minneapolis has survived a legal challenge, with some bruises. The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled Monday that the city cannot require employers located outside the city limits to provide employees with …
Self-Driving Car Bill Passed by House – Will Federal Law Pre-empt State Law for Self-Driving Cars?
The National Law Review, Ian S. Abovitz, September 18, 2017- On September 6, 2017, the House of Representatives passed a bill intended to ease self-driving cars onto the roads, changing federal rules for safety and vehicle testing. Under the Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment and Research In Vehicle Evolution Act, or Self Drive …
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