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06/24/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Law enforcement agencies across the United States will participate in the 2025 Operation Dry Water weekend, set for July 4–6, to increase awareness of and enforcement against boating under the influence (BUI). To launch the national campaign, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources,...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government

Law enforcement agencies across the United States will participate in the 2025 Operation Dry Water weekend, set for July 4–6, to increase awareness of and enforcement against boating under the influence (BUI). To launch the national campaign, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources,...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Company-wide effort delivers over one ton of essential goods to local nonprofits serving Orange County's most vulnerable SANTA ANA, Calif., June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Optima Tax Relief proudly concluded its annual community donation drive on June 11th and 12th, reaffirming the...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government

Company-wide effort delivers over one ton of essential goods to local nonprofits serving Orange County's most vulnerable SANTA ANA, Calif., June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Optima Tax Relief proudly concluded its annual community donation drive on June 11th and 12th, reaffirming the...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

MD Energy Advisors partnered with Bikes for Goodness Sake to build and donate 15 adult bicycles to Helping Up Mission, supporting individuals transitioning from addiction recovery to independent living in Baltimore. BALTIMORE and GEORGETOWN, Texas, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Landmark Legislation Marks Major Victory for Consumer Data Privacy in the Mortgage Process WASHINGTON, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only national volunteer-led and membership-driven organization representing the...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government

MD Energy Advisors partnered with Bikes for Goodness Sake to build and donate 15 adult bicycles to Helping Up Mission, supporting individuals transitioning from addiction recovery to independent living in Baltimore. BALTIMORE and GEORGETOWN, Texas, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To...

06/24/2025   PR Web Government

Landmark Legislation Marks Major Victory for Consumer Data Privacy in the Mortgage Process WASHINGTON, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only national volunteer-led and membership-driven organization representing the...

06/23/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations are leading an Emergency Leadership Mission to Washington, DC on June 25th and 26th to appeal to the U.S. Congress and the Trump Administration to safeguard the security of...

06/23/2025   PR Web Government

The Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations are leading an Emergency Leadership Mission to Washington, DC on June 25th and 26th to appeal to the U.S. Congress and the Trump Administration to safeguard the security of...

06/21/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

What sets Mudman Burgers apart isn't just the fresh, hand-pressed patties or its wild Montana vibe — it's the deeper mission behind the grill. Every burger flipped by Pastor Mike Rozell and Pam Rozell helps support Potters Field Ministries. COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont., June 21, 2025...

06/21/2025   PR Web Government

What sets Mudman Burgers apart isn't just the fresh, hand-pressed patties or its wild Montana vibe — it's the deeper mission behind the grill. Every burger flipped by Pastor Mike Rozell and Pam Rozell helps support Potters Field Ministries. COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont., June 21, 2025...

06/20/2025   Washington Attorney General News
El procurador general Brown demanda a un productor de Toppenish por discriminar a trabajadores agrícolas y mujeres de Washington

SEATTLE – El procurador general Nick Brown presentó hoy una demanda por derechos civiles contra Cornerstone Ranches de Toppenish, y sus filiales, alegando que el productor de lúpulo (jape) y manzana discriminó a trabajadores agrícolas locales y mujeres al despedirlos ilegalmente y reemplazarlos con trabajadores agrícolas extranjeros con visa H-2A.

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06/20/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues Toppenish grower for discriminating against Washington farmworkers and women

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown today filed a civil rights lawsuit against Toppenish-based Cornerstone Ranches and its affiliates, alleging the hops and apple grower discriminated against local and female farmworkers by unlawfully terminating them and replacing them with foreign H-2A agricultural workers.

Cornerstone fired local workers after holding them to unfair productivity standards and other requirements not applied to H-2A workers, laid off local workers while H-2A employees continued to work, and regularly reduced local workers’ hours and schedules.

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06/20/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

This Fourth of July, Dr. Harbpinder Shevchenko, DMD of Smiles of Salem is going beyond red, white, and blue decorations—she's lending her voice to a growing national movement to protect U.S. veterans through better informed healthcare decisions. SALEM, Mass., June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --...

06/20/2025   PR Web Government

This Fourth of July, Dr. Harbpinder Shevchenko, DMD of Smiles of Salem is going beyond red, white, and blue decorations—she's lending her voice to a growing national movement to protect U.S. veterans through better informed healthcare decisions. SALEM, Mass., June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --...

06/20/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

VistaShares is today announcing the June monthly distribution amounts for its VistaShares Target 15™ Berkshire Select Income ETF (OMAH) and VistaShares Target 15 USA Quality Income ETF (QUSA). NEW YORK and SAN FRANCISCO and BOSTON, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VistaShares, an...

06/20/2025   PR Web Government

VistaShares is today announcing the June monthly distribution amounts for its VistaShares Target 15™ Berkshire Select Income ETF (OMAH) and VistaShares Target 15 USA Quality Income ETF (QUSA). NEW YORK and SAN FRANCISCO and BOSTON, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VistaShares, an...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

A landmark Catholic Church abuse case has reached the High Court, focusing on whether dioceses owe a non-delegable duty of care to children abused by clergy. The outcome could reshape survivor claims across Australia. SYDNEY, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The High Court of Australia...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

A landmark Catholic Church abuse case has reached the High Court, focusing on whether dioceses owe a non-delegable duty of care to children abused by clergy. The outcome could reshape survivor claims across Australia. SYDNEY, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The High Court of Australia...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses is pleased to announce that the 2025 Edition of the APHON Medication Fact Sheet Library is now available. This family-friendly education resource has been fully updated and new medications have been added. MCLEAN, Va., June 19, 2025...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

The Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses is pleased to announce that the 2025 Edition of the APHON Medication Fact Sheet Library is now available. This family-friendly education resource has been fully updated and new medications have been added. MCLEAN, Va., June 19, 2025...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

MAGIC Charities held their 2025 Annual Golf Outing on June 2nd at The Bucks Club in Pennsylvania, raising over $100,000 for children in need. The event brought together 100 golfers and featured sponsors from the equipment finance industry and other businesses. The funds will support...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

MAGIC Charities held their 2025 Annual Golf Outing on June 2nd at The Bucks Club in Pennsylvania, raising over $100,000 for children in need. The event brought together 100 golfers and featured sponsors from the equipment finance industry and other businesses. The funds will support...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

TMSA revealed the winners of two of its award categories during it's ELEVATE Conference last week: Trailblazer and Rising Stars. The Purpose Award winners were previously announced during a virtual ceremony in April. NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The energy was...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

TMSA revealed the winners of two of its award categories during it's ELEVATE Conference last week: Trailblazer and Rising Stars. The Purpose Award winners were previously announced during a virtual ceremony in April. NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The energy was...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Dr. Ron Murphy, along with hundreds of fellow dentists and office managers from across the country, proudly came together at the Annual Conference hosted by MGE Management Experts, Inc. to raise over $33,000 in support of combating illiteracy among children. PINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 19,...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

Dr. Ron Murphy, along with hundreds of fellow dentists and office managers from across the country, proudly came together at the Annual Conference hosted by MGE Management Experts, Inc. to raise over $33,000 in support of combating illiteracy among children. PINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 19,...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations are leading an Emergency Leadership Mission to Washington, DC on June 25th and 26th to appeal to the U.S. Congress and the Trump Administration to safeguard the security of...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

The Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations are leading an Emergency Leadership Mission to Washington, DC on June 25th and 26th to appeal to the U.S. Congress and the Trump Administration to safeguard the security of...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Bohemian Foundation's generous gift to CDP will help strengthen communities' abilities to recover from disasters and be better prepared for future crises. WASHINGTON, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), a nonprofit organization that mobilizes...

06/19/2025   PR Web Government

Bohemian Foundation's generous gift to CDP will help strengthen communities' abilities to recover from disasters and be better prepared for future crises. WASHINGTON, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), a nonprofit organization that mobilizes...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Barbara L. Pearce was honored for her "extraordinary leadership" during a pivotal period in The Connecticut Hospice's history at the organization's annual Bloom Gala. BRANFORD, Conn., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Barbara L. Pearce was honored for her "extraordinary leadership"...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government

Barbara L. Pearce was honored for her "extraordinary leadership" during a pivotal period in The Connecticut Hospice's history at the organization's annual Bloom Gala. BRANFORD, Conn., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Barbara L. Pearce was honored for her "extraordinary leadership"...

06/18/2025   Washington Attorney General News
MMIWP Task Force Releases Annual Report and Two Commissioned Reports

SEATTLE — The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP) Task Force has submitted its third annual report to the Washington state legislature. This year’s report is accompanied by reports commissioned by the Task Force — “Confronting the Crisis: Addressing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People in Washington” and “Family and Survivor Interviews: Qualitative Analysis” both by E. Grant, L. Dechert, & L. Wimbish, Laramie, WY: Wyoming Survey & Analysis Center, University of Wyoming.
 

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06/18/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The IDD Champions Coalition Community Survey represents more than data collection—it embodies the voices of over 800 families, caregivers, and community members who have courageously shared their experiences to illuminate a path toward meaningful change. SAN ANTONIO, June 18, 2025...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government

The IDD Champions Coalition Community Survey represents more than data collection—it embodies the voices of over 800 families, caregivers, and community members who have courageously shared their experiences to illuminate a path toward meaningful change. SAN ANTONIO, June 18, 2025...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

By upholding Tennessee's ban, the Court ignores the overwhelming consensus of experts and sanctions government overreach into personal, private medical decisions that should be based on the evidence of peer-reviewed medical research and the needs of the patient, not on politics. BOSTON,...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government

By upholding Tennessee's ban, the Court ignores the overwhelming consensus of experts and sanctions government overreach into personal, private medical decisions that should be based on the evidence of peer-reviewed medical research and the needs of the patient, not on politics. BOSTON,...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Trembly Law Firm, led by Partner Christian Rodriguez, secured a full dismissal in a putative TCPA class action after uncovering clear evidence of consent and compliance, protecting their client from significant financial and reputational harm. The case highlights the firm's strength in...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government

Trembly Law Firm, led by Partner Christian Rodriguez, secured a full dismissal in a putative TCPA class action after uncovering clear evidence of consent and compliance, protecting their client from significant financial and reputational harm. The case highlights the firm's strength in...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

2Gether-International (2GI), the largest 501c3 non-profit and startup accelerator run by and for entrepreneurs with disabilities, receives recognition as one of the biggest innovators and impact-makers in Accessibility WASHINGTON, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 2Gether-International...

06/18/2025   PR Web Government

2Gether-International (2GI), the largest 501c3 non-profit and startup accelerator run by and for entrepreneurs with disabilities, receives recognition as one of the biggest innovators and impact-makers in Accessibility WASHINGTON, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 2Gether-International...

06/17/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown applauds judge’s ruling blocking Trump cuts to medical and public health research

SEATTLE — A federal judge Monday overturned Trump administration directives that defunded National Institutes of Health grants supporting vital biomedical research in America. The judge said the move was “arbitrary and capricious” and called out “a darker aspect” to the cases – that they are a clear attempt at “racial discrimination and discrimination against America’s LBGTQ community.”

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06/16/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Washington state will receive up to $105.6 million from national settlement with Purdue Pharma

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown today announced that all 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible states and U.S. territories, agreed to sign on to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family.

This settlement in principle is the nation’s largest to date with individuals responsible for the opioid crisis. The Attorney General’s Office estimates Washington state and its local governments will receive as much as $105.6 million from this settlement over the next 15 years.

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06/13/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues five apartment complexes and their property management firm for deceiving low-income senior tenants

SEATTLE - Attorney General Nick Brown today filed a complaint in Snohomish County Superior Court against California-based property management company FPI Management and the owners of five apartment complexes in Western Washington, alleging that they engaged in unfair and deceptive practices impacting hundreds of vulnerable senior tenants at the properties.

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06/13/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Attorneys General from around the country filed amicus in support of Jobs Corps

SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today filed an amicus brief with attorneys general from 18 states including Nevada in support of Job Corps, a national program that offers career training and housing to young Americans from low-income backgrounds. Job Corps has nearly 100 residential campuses across the country, and the Trump Administration’s illegally terminated the program threatens to leave thousands of vulnerable young Americans homeless.

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06/12/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown joins lawsuit challenging Trump administration attack on California’s Clean Vehicles Program

SEATTLE - Attorney General Nick Brown today joined coalition of 11 attorneys general in challenging the federal government’s unprecedented and unlawful use of the Congressional Review Act to disapprove California’s waivers for its various clean vehicle standards, which Washington subsequently adopted.

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06/11/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown leads 21 states opposing Trump’s military deployment in California

SEATTLE - Attorney General Nick Brown today filed an amicus brief with leaders from 21 states supporting California’s request for a court order blocking the president’s unlawful federalization and deployment of that state’s National Guard.

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06/10/2025   Washington Attorney General News
First arrest, charges made in connection to MMIWP cold case work

SEATTLE - The Attorney General’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP) Cold Case Unit today announced it has charged its first case since the unit was established in 2023.

On May 21, 2025, Attorney General Nick Brown filed second-degree murder charges against Tina Marie Alcorn for the 2016 death of George David, a resident of Neah Bay and a member of the Clayoquot Indian Band of Vancouver Island, B.C. The Clallam County Superior Court issued a warrant for Alcorn’s arrest based on the charge.

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06/09/2025   Washington Attorney General News
WA joins federal suit to prevent Trump administration’s efforts to distribute thousands of machine gun devices

Seattle - Attorney General Nick Brown today joined a coalition of 15 other attorneys general in suing the Trump administration and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) over its plans to distribute thousands of machinegun conversion devices to communities across the United States.

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06/08/2025   Washington Attorney General News
WA leads multistate amicus opposing Trump’s public safety cuts

SEATTLE - Washington state filed an amicus brief today decrying the Trump administration’s illegal budget cuts to public safety and in support of plaintiffs seeking to halt them.

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06/05/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Court orders halt to AmeriCorps funding cuts after AGs sue

SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown and 23 other attorneys general today won a court order that blocks the Trump administration’s attempts to dismantle AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. 

On April 29, Brown joined a coalition of 23 other attorneys general—joined by the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania—in challenging the administration’s plans to eliminate nearly 90% of AmeriCorps’ workforce, abruptly cancel its contracts, and close $400 million worth of AmeriCorps-supported programs.

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06/03/2025   Washington Attorney General News
WA leads multistate fight to protect youth from conversion ‘therapy’

SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today led a multistate coalition in an amicus brief defending a Michigan law that prohibits licensed health professionals from practicing conversion “therapy” on minors. Conversion “therapy,” also called sexual orientation or gender identity change efforts, are harmful and ineffective practices that attempt to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity.

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06/02/2025   Washington Attorney General News
WA launches police use-of-force database

SEATTLE — The Attorney General’s Office announced today the launch of the Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety (WADEPS), which is ready to collect use-of-force data from the state’s law enforcement agencies in an effort to improve transparency, trust and evidence-based policymaking.

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