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Pennsylvania State Senate Honors America 250 With Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Pennsylvania State Senate Honors America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA - With the U.S. Semiquincentennial less than two months away, the Pennsylvania State Senate held a ceremonial gathering honoring America's 250th birthday at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward presided over the meeting, which included senators representing all corners of the commonwealth and students from across the
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Pennsylvania State Senate Honors America 250 with Ceremonial Gathering in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA - With the U.S. Semiquincentennial less than two months away, the Pennsylvania State Senate held a ceremonial gathering honoring America's 250th birthday at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward presided over the meeting, which included senators representing all corners of the commonwealth and students from across thestate as part of a partnership with America250PA. Patrick Burns, chair of America250PA, outlined the statewide activities planned to take place leading up to and during the semiquincentennial, and the U.S. Army Field Band Chamber Ensemble performed during the ceremony.
The U.S. declared its independence in Philadelphia in 1776 and to this day the Keystone State continues to play a major role in the growth and evolution of our nation. The ceremonial gathering of the Pennsylvania State Senate is a historical tradition. Today marks the fourth meeting in the last 100 years that has taken place outside of the State Capitol in Harrisburg. The previous three meetings were also held in Philadelphia to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the signing of Declaration of Independence in 1926 and the 200th anniversary of the Declaration's signing in 1976. The Pennsylvania State Senate held a similar gathering in September 1987 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39)
"A nation was born in the City of Brotherly Love, and as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, it is only fitting that the Pennsylvania State Senate gather in the very birthplace of our country -- and of this institution, which first convened here in 1791. This meeting marks just the fourth time in the past century that the Senate has assembled in Philadelphia outside of the State Capitol in Harrisburg. Today, we are not only honoring history -- we are making it. May we be inspired by those who stood here before us, whose courage and vision continue to guide the work we do each day on behalf of the people of this commonwealth."
Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41)
"Two and a half centuries ago, our Founding Fathers gathered in Philadelphia to give rise to the United States of America. After 250 years, this grand experiment has allowed our country to become, as President Ronald Reagan described it, the shining city on a hill. I'm proud to work with my colleagues in the Pennsylvania Senate as we strive to preserve the freedoms and opportunities that continue to strengthen our commonwealth. Our nation's 50 states, while each strong in their own right, come together to make America a beacon of hope for the rest of the world."
Minority Leader Jay Costa (D-43)
"It is a profound honor to celebrate the nation's semiquincentennial with my colleagues in the Pennsylvania Senate in the place where America's democracy began. Pennsylvania has a long, proud tradition of leading the way in delivering the American dream of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. As the leader of the Senate Democratic Caucus, I look forward to continuing to honor the legacies of the leaders who came before us by working towards these goals every day in the Senate, ensuring that these truths and freedoms are the lived reality of every Pennsylvanian. I am so grateful for the partnership of America250PA in marking this momentous occasion."
Video from today's Pennsylvania Senate ceremonial gathering in Philadelphia is available here (https://vimeo.com/pasenategop/050526-ceremonial-celebration-philadelphia).
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Original text here: https://www.pasenategop.com/news/pennsylvania-state-senate-honors-america-250-with-ceremonial-gathering-in-philadelphia/
Pa. L&I Secretary Highlights Governor Shapiro's $7 Million Proposal That Doubles Funding to Prepare PA High School Students for In-Demand Health Care Careers
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news on May 5, 2026:
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L&I Secretary Highlights Governor Shapiro's $7 Million Proposal that Doubles Funding to Prepare PA High School Students for In-Demand Health Care Careers
Governor Josh Shapiro's 2026-27 budget proposal calls for doubling state funding for L&I's Schools-to-Work program to $7 million as part of a broader effort to prepare Pennsylvania students for in-demand careers.
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CENTER VALLEY, PA - Pennsylvania high school students looking for a career in health care are
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news on May 5, 2026:
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L&I Secretary Highlights Governor Shapiro's $7 Million Proposal that Doubles Funding to Prepare PA High School Students for In-Demand Health Care Careers
Governor Josh Shapiro's 2026-27 budget proposal calls for doubling state funding for L&I's Schools-to-Work program to $7 million as part of a broader effort to prepare Pennsylvania students for in-demand careers.
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CENTER VALLEY, PA - Pennsylvania high school students looking for a career in health care aregetting a boost in Governor Josh Shapiro's 2026-27 proposed budget, which calls for doubling the amount of money the state invests each year to $7 million for the Schools-to-Work initiative, helping to bridge classroom learning with real-world opportunity and align training with in-demand industries and workforce needs across the Commonwealth.
L and I Secretary Nancy A. Walker stands with a group of ten people, including healthcare students and professionals in uniform, smile warmly in a medical facility, conveying teamwork and positivity.
Today, at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) -- part of Jefferson Health --Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker highlighted the Governor's proposal to double funding for Schools-to-Work, empowering more young Pennsylvanians with the tools they need to chart their own course.
"Schools-to-Work is about helping students see what is possible for their future and giving them the support, training, and connections to get there," said L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker. "Through LVHN's Health Care Futures, students are gaining exposure to real opportunities in their own community and learning about the many pathways available in health care. That matters for students, for families, and for employers who need skilled, prepared workers to meet the needs of the people they serve."
During the visit, Secretary Walker met with LVHN leadership and Health Care Futures program participants at the Center for Healthcare Education in Center Valley. The visit highlighted how LVHN is using Schools-to-Work funding to expand career exposure, strengthen job placement support, and build clearer pathways into high-demand health care occupations for students in the Lehigh Valley.
In March 2026, the Shapiro Administration announced more than $4.1 million in Schools-to-Work grant investments for 17 projects statewide. LVHN received $250,000 to expand its Health Care Futures program in partnership with the Allentown School District's Bridgeview Academy of Health, Science, Innovation and Technology, a new high school for students interested in health care careers.
Through the grant, LVHN will enhance Health Care Futures' existing career exposure and job placement support for in-demand health care occupations like medical assistants and nursing assistants.
Governor Shapiro is committed to building a stronger workforce and expanding opportunities for young Pennsylvanians in every part of the Commonwealth. Since January 2023, Schools-to-Work funding has supported 52 programs statewide and 2,295 students with hands-on training, classroom instruction, mentorship, and direct connections to employment and apprenticeship opportunities.
As the Governor looks to build upon these historic investments, his 2026-27 budget calls for:
* An additional $18 million for vo-tech, career and technical education (CTE), and apprenticeship programs;
* A $3.5 million investment to reach $7 million total for Schools-to-Work to bridge classroom learning with real-world opportunity and align training with in-demand industries and workforce needs across the Commonwealth;
* $6.3 million to continue building a stronger, more resilient workforce through the Industry Partnership program, which brings together regional business leaders within one industry and public partners to address shared workforce needs; and
* Increasing state funding for the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) by $1 million to help Pennsylvanians with disabilities find and keep employment.
For more information on the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, please visit the website (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dli.html).
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Original text here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dli/newsroom/l-i-secretary-highlights-governor-shapiro-s--7-million-proposal
Over Two Years, Shapiro Administration Delivers $6 Million to Provide Free Period Products in Pennsylvania Schools
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the following news on May 5, 2026:
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Over Two Years, Shapiro Administration Delivers $6 Million to Provide Free Period Products in Pennsylvania Schools
One in four students struggles to afford period products, and 23% miss class because they don't have the hygiene products they need.
The Governor's 2026-27 proposed budget seeks to provide another $3 million to continue offering free period products to students, bringing the Administration's total investment to $9 million.
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The Shapiro Administration has
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the following news on May 5, 2026:
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Over Two Years, Shapiro Administration Delivers $6 Million to Provide Free Period Products in Pennsylvania Schools
One in four students struggles to afford period products, and 23% miss class because they don't have the hygiene products they need.
The Governor's 2026-27 proposed budget seeks to provide another $3 million to continue offering free period products to students, bringing the Administration's total investment to $9 million.
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The Shapiro Administration hasmade eliminating period poverty in Pennsylvania a priority. Two years ago, Governor Josh Shapiro secured the first-ever investment in the 2024-25 budget to provide free period products for all Pennsylvania schools. Between that initial historic investment and funding in the 2025-26 budget, the Shapiro Administration has invested $6 million so far to help ensure that girls can focus on their schoolwork and remain in the classroom.
Today, Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen visited Johnstown High School to highlight how this ongoing historic investment is helping students across Pennsylvania.
"Period poverty is a critical public health concern that directly impacts a student's ability to succeed," said Dr. Bogen. "Providing free period products in Pennsylvania schools ensures that more than 650,000 girls aren't forced to choose between their health and their education. This important program removes the barriers to hygiene equity by providing these needed products, ensuring every girl has the support she needs to stay in school, stay healthy, and focus on her future."
Free period product funding is being distributed to more than 750 Pennsylvania school districts, intermediate units, career and technical centers, and brick-and-mortar charter schools throughout the Commonwealth.
Studies show that one in four students nationally have struggled to afford period products, and a staggering 23% have missed class entirely because they didn't have the hygiene products they need.
This funding enables schools to provide students with free access to period products, in line with the Shapiro Administration's efforts to improve health equity and help all Pennsylvanians live healthier lives.
This initiative has become a vital source of funding for schools across the Commonwealth, taking one more burden off students so they can remain focused on learning.
"This grant initiative is about more than products for your young ladies--it is about dignity. We are grateful for the opportunity to provide for our students and, as such, remove obstacles so that every student can focus on learning," said Dr. Rebecca Castiglione, Greater Johnstown School District Student Services Coordinator. "Students can engage confidently in their day, and our community can move closer to true equity."
For one week each month, a quarter of Pennsylvania's students are on the sidelines due to limited access to basic health resources. When a student misses school, it isn't just one day. It's a ripple effect that impacts test scores, graduation rates, and eventually the future of our Commonwealth.
This $6 million investment is a down payment for the future of Pennsylvania.
All qualifying school entities receive funding proportional to the total number of students enrolled at a rate of $1.79 per student. Schools can opt out of receiving grant funding.
Schools should consider privacy, responsiveness, access, and education when developing and implementing strategies to make period products available to their students. Guidance and suggestions are available in the Menstrual Equity for Pennsylvania Students - Guidance for School Entities (https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/health/documents/topics/documents/school-health/Menstrual%20Equity%20Guidance%20for%20Schools.pdf).
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Original text here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/health/newsroom/shapiro-administration-delivers--6-million-to-provide-free-perio
Okla. A.G. Drummond: Stitt's Veto of Open Meeting Act Bill Raises Questions About Who He's Protecting
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 6 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Drummond: Stitt's veto of Open Meeting Act bill raises questions about who he's protecting
Attorney General Gentner Drummond called Gov. Stitt's veto of a transparency bill a betrayal of Oklahoma taxpayers, saying the governor's rejection raises serious questions about who he is protecting and why.
House Bill 3278 passed both chambers of the Legislature with bipartisan support before Stitt vetoed it last night. The bill would have strengthened enforcement of
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OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 6 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Drummond: Stitt's veto of Open Meeting Act bill raises questions about who he's protecting
Attorney General Gentner Drummond called Gov. Stitt's veto of a transparency bill a betrayal of Oklahoma taxpayers, saying the governor's rejection raises serious questions about who he is protecting and why.
House Bill 3278 passed both chambers of the Legislature with bipartisan support before Stitt vetoed it last night. The bill would have strengthened enforcement ofOklahoma's Open Meeting Act, empowering the Attorney General to issue findings of violation, impose civil penalties and seek court enforcement against public bodies that violate Oklahomans' right to open government.
"Gov. Stitt just sided with bureaucrats and against every Oklahoman who expects their government to operate in the open and play by the rules," Drummond said. "This wasn't a controversial bill.
It was a commonsense reform that sailed through the Legislature because the people's representatives understood what the governor apparently does not: accountability isn't optional. When a governor vetoes a law that would expose corruption and punish officials who violate the public trust, you have to ask who he's protecting."
The Legislature can override vetoes with a two-thirds vote on each measure. Last year, Stitt also vetoed House Bill 2163, a measure designed to strengthen accountability and transparency in open records requests, before the Legislature ultimately overrode that veto.
"I hope every member of the House and Senate will finish what they started, override this veto and show their constituents that transparency isn't negotiable," Drummond said.
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Original text here: https://oklahoma.gov/oag/news/newsroom/2026/may/drummond-stitts-veto-of-open-meeting-act-bill-raises-questions-about-who-hes-protecting.html
N.M. Economic Development Dept.: New Mexico Invests $1.6 Million in Local Food Systems
SANTA FE, New Mexico, May 6 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release:
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New Mexico invests $1.6 million in local food systems
New Mexico is investing $1.6 million in 25 projects across the state that expand access to fresh food, strengthen local agricultural supply chains and invest in the rural and tribal communities that grow and process much of what New Mexicans eat.
Grants from Economic Development New Mexico's Healthy Food Financing Fund support organizations and businesses, including climate-smart innovations, rural markets, mobile grocery
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SANTA FE, New Mexico, May 6 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release:
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New Mexico invests $1.6 million in local food systems
New Mexico is investing $1.6 million in 25 projects across the state that expand access to fresh food, strengthen local agricultural supply chains and invest in the rural and tribal communities that grow and process much of what New Mexicans eat.
Grants from Economic Development New Mexico's Healthy Food Financing Fund support organizations and businesses, including climate-smart innovations, rural markets, mobile groceryprograms, food hubs and agricultural infrastructure.
Funded projects include expanding cold storage and distribution capacity to connect farmers with markets, upgrading rural grocery operations to improve access to fresh foods, supporting mobile food delivery programs, investing in water-efficient and climate-smart farming practices and building out local meat processing capacity.
"Food is central to our culture in New Mexico and essential to everyday life; investing in our food system is an investment in our future," said Economic Development Cabinet Secretary Rob Black. "These projects support the people who are feeding our communities and strengthening our economy.""
We are grateful to Economic Development for its keen awareness of the critical success factors within our regional food chain," said Timothy J.B. Willms, owner of Mountainair Heritage Meat Processing, Inc. "This funding allows us to implement sustainable, on-site composting at Mountainair Heritage Meat Processing, strengthening our ability to support local producers, improve food access and build long-term resilience in New Mexico's food system. It's a meaningful investment in both our community and the future of agriculture in the state."
Recipients of the $20,000 awards benefited from targeted technical assistance designed to strengthen their business operations, boost their competitiveness in the marketplace and equip them to effectively pursue future investment opportunities.
2026 Healthy Food Financing Fund awardees are:
* Alamogordo Mainstreet in partnership with the With Many Hands Urban Farmer Co-op (Alamogordo, NM) -- $20,000
* Armijo Farms (Bosque, NM) -- $20,000
* Bamboo Farms LLC (Ribera, NM) -- $50,000
* Bidii Baby Foods (Shiprock, NM) -- $100,000
* Bluffs Farm, LLC (Farmington, NM) -- $50,000
* C4 Enterprises, Inc. (Tierra Amarilla, NM) -- $100,000
* Dixon Cooperative Market, Inc. (Dixon, NM) -- $50,000
* Field of Our Dreams Market Farm (Clovis, NM) -- $20,000
* Fiesta Meats LLC (Elephant Butte, NM) -- $150,000
* Garcia Road Farm (El Prado, NM) -- $20,000
* Gathings Community Gardens (Farmington, NM) -- $20,000
* GrowRaton (Raton, NM) -- $20,000
* HawkMoth Farm (Anton Chico, NM) -- $50,000
* Indigenous Farm Hub (NACA-Inspired Schools Network) (Corrales, NM) - $100,000
* Meals on Wheels New Mexico (Albuquerque, NM) -- $50,000
* MoGro Mobile Grocery (Albuquerque, NM) -- $50,000
* Monticello Rural Farms, LLC (Monticello, NM) -- $20,000
* Mountainair Heritage Meat Processing, Inc. (Mountainair, NM) -- $150,000
* Rio Lucero Farms (El Prado, NM) -- $75,000
* Naturally New Mexico Food Products LLC (El Rito, NM) - $50,000
* Reunity Resources (Santa Fe, NM) -- $50,000
* Sangre de Cristo Valley Market (Questa, NM) -- $150,000
* Santa Fe Farmers' Market Institute (Santa Fe, NM) -- $100,000
* Street Food Institute (Albuquerque, NM) -- $50,000
* Unity Community Ministries Trust (Las Cruces, NM) -- $20,000
* Zamin Greens LLC (Las Cruces, NM) -- $20,000
These projects reflect the effort to build a more resilient, locally driven food system that supports New Mexico producers and improves health outcomes for families statewide.
For full project descriptions and additional details (including photos), visit edd.newmexico.gov/grants/healthy-food-financing-fund/fy-2026-hfff-awardees/.
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The Healthy Food Financing Fund (HFFF) supports the intersection of economic development in New Mexico's food and agricultural supply chain with increased food security for New Mexicans. The program is designed to meet communities where they are -- investing in food retailers, processors, food hubs and distributors, and climate-smart pre-production projects that expand food access while strengthening local economies.
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Original text here: https://www.edd.newmexico.gov/press-releases/new-mexico-invests-1-6-million-in-local-food-systems/
Md. A.G. Brown Files Brief Urging Supreme Court to Stay Restrictions on Mifepristone
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 6 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Files Brief Urging Supreme Court to Stay Restrictions on Mifepristone
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 22 states and the District Columbia in urging the Supreme Court of the United States 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.
The Fifth Circuit ruling would reinstate a medically unnecessary in-person dispensing
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BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 6 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Files Brief Urging Supreme Court to Stay Restrictions on Mifepristone
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 22 states and the District Columbia in urging the Supreme Court of the United States 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.
The Fifth Circuit ruling would reinstate a medically unnecessary in-person dispensingrequirement for mifepristone, which can be safely provided through telehealth. In an amicus brief filed with the Supreme Court, Attorney General Brown and the coalition argue that the Fifth Circuit's ruling is not supported by law or science, would create regulatory and administrative chaos nationwide, and would interfere with states' ability to protect access to reproductive healthcare within their borders, particularly in rural and medically-underserved areas. They are calling on the Court to stay the lower court's order and prevent these restrictions from taking effect. On May 4, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States granted an administrative stay that puts the Fifth Circuit's decision on pause until 5 p.m. on May 11, 2026, while the Court considers emergency appeals. In February 2026, while the case was pending in the district court, Attorney General Brown joined a multistate amicus brief to support the availability of mifepristone via telehealth.
"The Fifth Circuit's ruling is a direct threat to the health of anyone who relies on telehealth to access reproductive care," said Attorney General Brown. "We oppose this harmful ruling that is based on neither science nor the law and that stands between our residents and their reproductive freedom."
Mifepristone, when used in combination with misoprostol, is the standard medication used to terminate a pregnancy through 10 weeks, and it is commonly used by physicians to complete the termination of a pregnancy once a miscarriage has begun. Since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved mifepristone in 2000, an estimated 7.5 million people in the United States have used the medication safely. Medication abortion now accounts for 63 percent of all abortions in the formal U.S. healthcare system, with approximately one in four abortions provided via telehealth. Studies have consistently found mifepristone to be safe and effective.
In 2023, after extensive review, the FDA eliminated the in-person dispensing requirement for mifepristone as medically unnecessary. That decision followed years of evidence, including during the COVID-19 pandemic, showing that mifepristone could be safely provided without requiring patients to appear in person. The FDA's action allowed providers to offer mifepristone through telehealth and enabled patients to obtain the medication through certified mail-order pharmacies and other approved channels, expanding access for patients who face significant barriers to in-person care.
Attorney General Brown and the coalition argue that reinstating the in-person dispensing requirement would curtail telehealth access to mifepristone, forcing patients to rely on more difficult alternatives or travel for in-person care. Telehealth has become an increasingly important way for patients in Maryland to access abortion care, with the share of abortions provided through telemedicine growing nationwide from five percent in 2022 to 27 percent in 2025.
The attorneys general also argue that the ruling would disrupt care in states like Maryland, where abortion remains legal and protected. Since the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, clinics in states that protect abortion access have faced increased demand from both in-state and out-of-state patients. By forcing more patients to seek in-person care, the Fifth Circuit's ruling would place new strain on clinics and healthcare systems that are already stretched.
Attorney General Brown and the coalition assert that the Fifth Circuit's ruling undermines states' sovereign authority to protect and expand access to reproductive healthcare. In the wake of the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, which eliminated the federal constitutional right to abortion and returned regulation of abortion to the states, many states took swift executive and legislative action to safeguard reproductive rights and expand access to medication abortion. The attorneys general argue that courts cannot leverage medically unnecessary federal drug regulations to override those state policy choices or impose unnecessary barriers to care in states where abortion is legal.
The attorneys general are urging the Supreme Court to act swiftly to stay the Fifth Circuit's decision and protect patients' access to mifepristone.
Joining Attorney General Brown in filing the brief, which was led by the attorneys general of New York, California, Massachusetts, and Washington, are the attorneys general of Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Virginia, as well as the Governor of Pennsylvania.
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Original text here: https://oag.maryland.gov/News/pages/Attorney-General-Brown-Files-Brief-Urging-Supreme-Court-to-Stay-Restrictions-on-Mifepristone--.aspx
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces Sentencing in Methamphetamine Trafficking Case
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 6 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces Sentencing in Methamphetamine Trafficking Case
Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced that Miguel Leon has been sentenced to five years in state prison following his conviction on felony drug trafficking and weapons charges.
"My office works tirelessly every day to take illicit drugs and those who traffic them off our streets," said Attorney General Mayes. "This case is yet another example of our efforts to keep our communities safe. Those
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PHOENIX, Arizona, May 6 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 5, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces Sentencing in Methamphetamine Trafficking Case
Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced that Miguel Leon has been sentenced to five years in state prison following his conviction on felony drug trafficking and weapons charges.
"My office works tirelessly every day to take illicit drugs and those who traffic them off our streets," said Attorney General Mayes. "This case is yet another example of our efforts to keep our communities safe. Thosewho flood our state with poison will be held accountable."
On October 29, 2025, Leon delivered 32.6 pounds of methamphetamine to a confidential informant in the parking lot of a Phoenix business. The transaction followed negotiations between the informant and a Mexico-based coordinator to purchase 30 pounds of methamphetamine for $30,000. Upon his arrest, Leon was found in possession of a loaded 9mm handgun inside his vehicle.
On April 17, 2026, Leon pleaded guilty to two felony counts: Possession of a Dangerous Drug for Sale and Misconduct Involving Weapons.
On May 1, 2026, the Maricopa County Superior Court sentenced Leon to five calendar years in prison for the methamphetamine sale, with a concurrent sentence of 2.5 years for possessing a firearm during the course of a drug offense. The Court also imposed more than $5,000 in fines and surcharges and ordered Leon to forfeit both the weapon and the vehicle used in the drug transaction.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant Attorney General Brett George of the Attorney General's Drug and Racketeering Enforcement Section and was investigated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-announces-sentencing-methamphetamine-trafficking-case
