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05/22/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

National grassroots movement calls families & friends, churches, veterans, and communities to pause at 4:00 PM CST on Independence Day for synchronized prayer across America SAN ANTONIO, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As America approaches the 250th anniversary season of the founding...

05/22/2026   PR Web Government

National grassroots movement calls families & friends, churches, veterans, and communities to pause at 4:00 PM CST on Independence Day for synchronized prayer across America SAN ANTONIO, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As America approaches the 250th anniversary season of the founding...

05/21/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Partnership unveils a mobile installation to tour the country with 3.5 million pages of evidence. NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Institute for Primary Facts (IPF) and DEFIANCE.org today announced a joint campaign to take the Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial...

05/21/2026   PR Web Government

Partnership unveils a mobile installation to tour the country with 3.5 million pages of evidence. NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Institute for Primary Facts (IPF) and DEFIANCE.org today announced a joint campaign to take the Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial...

05/21/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Homeaglow home cleaning platform must cease deceptive and predatory practices under consent decree with AG’s Office

The Attorney General’s Office has agreed to a consent decree with home cleaning platform Homeaglow and its two founders, requiring them to cease deceptive practices uncovered by investigators. 

Homeaglow, which also does business as Dazzling Cleaning, had been enticing consumers with a $19 cleaning fee, but in actuality that deal roped Washington consumers into hundreds of dollars in costs due to their predatory membership program featuring an exorbitant cancellation fee.

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05/21/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Inheritance of Hope invites individuals and families nationwide to intentionally build a legacy for their loved ones ATLANTA, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inheritance of Hope was founded on May 21, 2007 by Kristen and Deric Milligan. Faced with a rare terminal illness, Kristen...

05/21/2026   PR Web Government

Inheritance of Hope invites individuals and families nationwide to intentionally build a legacy for their loved ones ATLANTA, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inheritance of Hope was founded on May 21, 2007 by Kristen and Deric Milligan. Faced with a rare terminal illness, Kristen...

05/21/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Committee for Children, creator of Second Step programs, introduces the new digital well‑being learning experience grounded in human skills to support students in an AI‑enabled world. Learn how the Second Step program is redefining digital learning through human skills —...

05/21/2026   PR Web Government

Committee for Children, creator of Second Step programs, introduces the new digital well‑being learning experience grounded in human skills to support students in an AI‑enabled world. Learn how the Second Step program is redefining digital learning through human skills —...

05/20/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Protect your rights with AG’s ‘Know Your Rights’ hub

On Wednesday, the Attorney General’s Office posted a hub for information about the rights of Washingtonians. The webpage brings together Know Your Rights guides in one place so Washingtonians can easily find the answers to questions about their rights.

“Washington law has some of the strongest protections in the country when it comes to civil rights, workers’ rights, reproductive rights, and other fundamental rights,” said Attorney General Nick Brown. “As the federal government tries to trample our rights, people should know that our state protections haven’t changed.”

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05/19/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Second edition of seminal report reflects new research amidst growing momentum for evidence-based instruction in teacher preparation and PK-12 AUSTIN, Texas, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Deans for Impact (DFI) today released the second edition of The Science of Learning, a report...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government

Second edition of seminal report reflects new research amidst growing momentum for evidence-based instruction in teacher preparation and PK-12 AUSTIN, Texas, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Deans for Impact (DFI) today released the second edition of The Science of Learning, a report...

05/19/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG’s Office proposes revised model Public Records Act rules to incorporate public feedback

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has proposed revisions to draft model rules designed to help state and local governments fully comply with the Public Records Act.

The changes reflect feedback from public comments about the AG’s initial proposal.

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05/19/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA sues U.S. Department of Education over unlawfully limiting federal student loan access

Washington and a multistate coalition have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree programs, including many in healthcare and other critical workforce fields. 

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05/19/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Industry Leader Shares Insights on a Landmark Herpetological Discovery and Its Implications for the Reptile-Keeping Community EVANSVILLE, Ind., May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RodentPro.com®, the industry leader in premium-quality animal nutrition and supplies since 1993, is sharing...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government

Industry Leader Shares Insights on a Landmark Herpetological Discovery and Its Implications for the Reptile-Keeping Community EVANSVILLE, Ind., May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RodentPro.com®, the industry leader in premium-quality animal nutrition and supplies since 1993, is sharing...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

New Harvard graduate gives away commencement prize to nonprofits supporting homelessness relief, human trafficking survivors, disaster recovery, and more LOS ANGELES, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Social good entrepreneur Kirsten von Reinholtz has donated the full monetary award...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government

New Harvard graduate gives away commencement prize to nonprofits supporting homelessness relief, human trafficking survivors, disaster recovery, and more LOS ANGELES, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Social good entrepreneur Kirsten von Reinholtz has donated the full monetary award...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The 99 Lives Cat Genome Sequencing Initiative has achieved major scientific milestones by creating 1,000+ cat datasets WYCKOFF, N.J., May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- EveryCat Health Foundation, the world's leading granting foundation solely focused on advancing feline health through...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government

The 99 Lives Cat Genome Sequencing Initiative has achieved major scientific milestones by creating 1,000+ cat datasets WYCKOFF, N.J., May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- EveryCat Health Foundation, the world's leading granting foundation solely focused on advancing feline health through...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

A nationwide coalition of locally elected prosecutors today put the Trump administration on notice: any federal agent who shows up at a polling place in violation of state or federal law will be investigated and prosecuted under the laws of the jurisdiction in which they act. WASHINGTON,...

05/19/2026   PR Web Government

A nationwide coalition of locally elected prosecutors today put the Trump administration on notice: any federal agent who shows up at a polling place in violation of state or federal law will be investigated and prosecuted under the laws of the jurisdiction in which they act. WASHINGTON,...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

New Jacksonville-based research facility will study exertional heat illness, occupational heat safety, and wearable device validation in expansion with UConn's Korey Stringer Institute. JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Perry Weather, a leading weather safety...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government

New Jacksonville-based research facility will study exertional heat illness, occupational heat safety, and wearable device validation in expansion with UConn's Korey Stringer Institute. JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Perry Weather, a leading weather safety...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Honored in the change-makers category, this national recognition celebrates Rebecca's career and nearly 20 years shaping the stories of leading nonprofits and cultural institutions NEW YORK, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Celebrating exceptional leaders in communications, PRNEWS named...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government

Honored in the change-makers category, this national recognition celebrates Rebecca's career and nearly 20 years shaping the stories of leading nonprofits and cultural institutions NEW YORK, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Celebrating exceptional leaders in communications, PRNEWS named...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Kreate Medical has received two FDA 510(k) clearances for its innovative wound matrix products, including Antibacterial Absorbable Synthetic Matrix and Absorbable Synthetic Matrix. These dual clearances mark their entry into the US market and the debut of a versatile portfolio designed to...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government

Kreate Medical has received two FDA 510(k) clearances for its innovative wound matrix products, including Antibacterial Absorbable Synthetic Matrix and Absorbable Synthetic Matrix. These dual clearances mark their entry into the US market and the debut of a versatile portfolio designed to...

05/18/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Heritage Builders LLC has filed a lawsuit against GAF alleging anti-competitive pricing practices and improper use of contractor certification systems within the roofing industry. GAFLawsuit.com has launched to gather information related to the allegations contained in the complaint....

05/18/2026   PR Web Government

Heritage Builders LLC has filed a lawsuit against GAF alleging anti-competitive pricing practices and improper use of contractor certification systems within the roofing industry. GAFLawsuit.com has launched to gather information related to the allegations contained in the complaint....

05/16/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Children's Health Defense and STARRS are supporting the national release of Duty to Disobey, a documentary examining the impact of COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies on U.S. military personnel and veterans. The film is scheduled...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Children's Health Defense and STARRS are supporting the national release of Duty to Disobey, a documentary examining the impact of COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies on U.S. military personnel and veterans. The film is scheduled...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Global natural diamond supply is at 40-year lows as a production economics squeeze leads to steep operational curtailments and mine closures NEW YORK, May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World renown independent diamond and jewelry analyst Paul Zimnisky highlights the sharp contraction in...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government

Global natural diamond supply is at 40-year lows as a production economics squeeze leads to steep operational curtailments and mine closures NEW YORK, May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World renown independent diamond and jewelry analyst Paul Zimnisky highlights the sharp contraction in...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is applauding a bipartisan congressional letter led by U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) urging U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to address unfairly traded Mexican specialty crop imports ahead of the 2026 USMCA...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government

The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is applauding a bipartisan congressional letter led by U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) urging U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to address unfairly traded Mexican specialty crop imports ahead of the 2026 USMCA...

05/15/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Thurston County business pleads guilty to illegal sale of elephant ivory figurine

JOINT NEWS RELEASE 

Washington State Attorney General’s Office and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Police  

OLYMPIA – A Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Police investigation, prosecuted by the Attorney General’s Office (AGO), into the illegal sale of a figurine carved out of elephant ivory has resulted in a guilty plea, fine, and wildlife penalty for a Thurston County business. 

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05/15/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Microvascular research is providing important biological insights that may help guide how we diagnose and treat patients living with complex chronic disorders such as Long COVID and ME/CFS. The Complex Disorder Alliance (CODA) will support experts to focus on key hypotheses to more...

05/15/2026   PR Web Government

Microvascular research is providing important biological insights that may help guide how we diagnose and treat patients living with complex chronic disorders such as Long COVID and ME/CFS. The Complex Disorder Alliance (CODA) will support experts to focus on key hypotheses to more...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

ĀYŌDÈ Institute LLC and the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), Sam Johnson Chapter, unveiled additional details regarding the launch of "Set Your Vector," a regional cybersecurity education initiative designed to expand access to computer science and cybersecurity opportunities for...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government

ĀYŌDÈ Institute LLC and the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), Sam Johnson Chapter, unveiled additional details regarding the launch of "Set Your Vector," a regional cybersecurity education initiative designed to expand access to computer science and cybersecurity opportunities for...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The HHS Secretary will issue guidance to States on who is exempt from Medicaid work requirements by June 1st. People living with the severely disabling diseases of ME/CFS and Long COVID risk losing our health insurance because the majority of our community are too sick and disabled to...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government

The HHS Secretary will issue guidance to States on who is exempt from Medicaid work requirements by June 1st. People living with the severely disabling diseases of ME/CFS and Long COVID risk losing our health insurance because the majority of our community are too sick and disabled to...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Ventura County jury assigns 100% liability to corporate defendant following illegal U-turn that caused life-altering injuries VENTURA, Calif., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A Ventura County jury has delivered a decisive verdict in a personal injury lawsuit stemming from a commercial...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government

Ventura County jury assigns 100% liability to corporate defendant following illegal U-turn that caused life-altering injuries VENTURA, Calif., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A Ventura County jury has delivered a decisive verdict in a personal injury lawsuit stemming from a commercial...

05/12/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues Providence Health & Services over illegal treatment of pregnant and nursing employees

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown today sued Providence Health & Services in King County Superior Court, alleging that Providence repeatedly failed to provide reasonable accommodations required under state law to pregnant and nursing employees.

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05/11/2026   Washington Attorney General News
As Feds pull back on corporate oversight state AGs warn of enforcement gaps

Attorney General Nick Brown and counterparts from other states today underscored the critical antitrust enforcement work state attorneys general have been doing as the federal government has pulled back on corporate oversight. 

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05/07/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown wins tariffs lawsuit against Trump administration

Attorney General Nick Brown today secured an order invalidating President Trump’s latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. 

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05/06/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown protects homeland security funding from politically motivated cuts as federal government drops appeal

Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition have successfully resolved a lawsuit stopping the Trump administration from unlawfully taking homeland security funding away from states that would not comply with the administration’s political agenda.

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05/04/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown files brief urging Supreme Court to stay restrictions on Mifepristone

Attorney General Nick Brown today joined a coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to stay a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit that would restrict access to mifepristone, a safe and effective abortion medication. This morning, the Supreme Court temporarily stayed the Fifth Circuit ruling, restoring access to mifepristone.

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05/01/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement takes effect, delivering $105.6 million to Washington state and local governments

Attorney General Nick Brown today announced that a $7.4 billion multistate settlement reached with Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective.

The settlement will deliver $105.6 million split between Washington state and 125 cities and counties, with most coming over the next three years. The state will receive 50% and the local governments will receive shares of the rest, based on previously agreed percentages.

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04/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown condemns SCOTUS attack on historic voting rights law

Attorney General Nick Brown released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court gutting the 1965 Voting Rights Act in today’s Louisiana v. Callais decision.

“Passed after generations of delay, denial, and indignity, the 1965 Voting Rights Act was justice for oppressed and brutalized Americans who kept faith in their country’s promise. Today, the Supreme Court has disregarded that sacrifice, dismissed the truth, and revoked the law’s promise to future generations.

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04/28/2026   Washington Attorney General News
On Worker Memorial Day, AG Brown pays tribute to fallen workers

Today, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) will hold its Worker Memorial Day ceremony honoring 115 people who lost their lives on the job or from work-related injuries and illnesses.

The observance will be held at 2:00 p.m. in Tumwater and will also be streamed live

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04/28/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Governor Ferguson, Attorney General Brown seek court order to permit health inspections at Northwest ICE Processing Center

Health inspectors attempting to investigate thousands of complaints have been turned away 10 times 

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04/27/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues Albertsons, Safeway, and Haggen for deceptive ‘buy one get one free’ deals

The corporate owner of Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen grocery stores has overcharged Washington consumers in more than 3 million transactions over a five-year period through deceptive “buy one get one free” deals, Attorney General Nick Brown argues in a new consumer protection lawsuit filed today.

Boise-based Albertsons Companies, one of the largest grocery store chains in the country, owns and operates all Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen grocery stores in Washington, totaling 225 retail grocery stores across the state.

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