A proposal to make New York the third state to ban menthol cigarettes has created a furious and expensive lobbying war, and has divided Black leaders.
Tag: Law and Legislation
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Tennessee G.O.P. Cuts Session Short With No Action on Gun Control
Republicans not only rebuffed the demands of protesters but also punted on a proposal from the state’s conservative governor, who said he would now call them back for a special session.
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Stern German Judge Supports Legal Pot in Court and Rap Videos
A social media star with regular appearances on German television, Judge Andreas Müller is unabashed in backing legal marijuana, whether he’s sitting on the bench or playing himself in a music video.
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Many States Are Trying to Restrict Gender Treatments for Adults, Too
Missouri has imposed sweeping rules to limit health care for trans adults. Other states have banned Medicaid coverage or introduced bills outlawing care for young adults.
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Abortion Has Become Politically Fraught for Republicans
The Republican Party has struggled to contend with abortion since the Supreme Court eliminated the constitutional right to the procedure last summer and sent abortion policy to the states.