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Rhode Island’s Proposed Blower Ban Could Affect Bay State Too
Rhode Island’s Proposed Blower Ban Could Affect Bay State Too
Rhode Island’s Proposed Blower Ban Could Affect Bay State Too
A bill before the Rhode Island General Assembly could have landscapers from several states up in arms. Senate Bill 2168 was introduced less than two weeks ago, but already has many Rhode Islanders upset. That's because the bill is looking to ban all gas-powered leaf blowers from being sold or used across the Ocean State. As a ...
MA Lawmakers Discuss Bill Lowering Age of Consent for Abortions to 16
MA Lawmakers Discuss Bill Lowering Age of Consent for Abortions to 16
MA Lawmakers Discuss Bill Lowering Age of Consent for Abortions to 16
On Tuesday, the Joint Committee on Public Health discussed Bill S.754, which is designed to safeguard the health care decisions of young adults. The bill is aimed at lowering the age of consent for a Massachusetts resident to have an abortion from 18 to 16, and that girls 15 or under can do so with the consent of only one parent or legal guardian, whereas current legislation requires both parents.
State Senate Passes Bill Banning Cell Phone Use While Driving
State Senate Passes Bill Banning Cell Phone Use While Driving
State Senate Passes Bill Banning Cell Phone Use While Driving
The Massachusetts Senate passed legislation today that will prohibit the use of handheld mobile devices while driving, unless they are in hands-free mode. The so-called "Distracted Driving bill" was spearheaded by Senator Mark Montigny of New Bedford, a longtime advocate of the prohibition of mobile phones and devices being used while driving...

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