Monthly Archives: April 2012

New York State Inacting Education Laws to Protect Students

Posted on April 23, 2012 by OrenS

Recent highly publicized events, from allegations of teacher misconduct to disturbing trends in bullying, have led to a spat of new regulations regarding the New York City school system. This legislative bill tracking information is sure to interest parents. Bill … Continue reading →

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Reforming Marijuana Laws

Posted on April 17, 2012 by OrenS

New York’s stop and frisk laws, which allow officers to stop and search suspicious persons, have led to an increase in marijuana arrests. Many lawmakers are alarmed at the fact that about 80% of the people arrested are young, minority, … Continue reading →

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New York Fire Arms Legislation

Posted on April 10, 2012 by OrenS

With the recent shooting of an unarmed Florida teenager, state legislators around the country are re-examining gun laws. Many suspect that several bills in New York relating to fire arms will take on a new urgency in light of the … Continue reading →

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The Violence Against Women Act

Posted on April 2, 2012 by OrenS

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) has stalled in congress, with Democrats supporting its passage and Republicans opposing it, in what is turning about to a bitter partisan fight. The bill was originally thought to be a slam dunk and … Continue reading →

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