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Shapiro Administration Encourages Eligible Older Pennsylvanians, People With Disabilities to Apply for Up to $1,000 Rebates on Property Taxes or Rent by December 31 Deadline
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue issued the following news:
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Shapiro Administration Encourages Eligible Older Pennsylvanians, People with Disabilities to Apply for Up to $1,000 Rebates on Property Taxes or Rent by December 31 Deadline
Governor Josh Shapiro expanded the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program during his first year in office -- delivering the largest targeted tax cut for seniors in nearly two decades and his Administration has sent out more than $1.1 billion in rebates to Pennsylvanians since he took office.
Today, that expansion
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue issued the following news:
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Shapiro Administration Encourages Eligible Older Pennsylvanians, People with Disabilities to Apply for Up to $1,000 Rebates on Property Taxes or Rent by December 31 Deadline
Governor Josh Shapiro expanded the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program during his first year in office -- delivering the largest targeted tax cut for seniors in nearly two decades and his Administration has sent out more than $1.1 billion in rebates to Pennsylvanians since he took office.
Today, that expansionstands as one of 10 total tax cuts across seven different programs or taxes that Governor Shapiro has championed to put more money back into the pockets of Pennsylvanians.
With the deadline extended to December 31, 2026, eligible Pennsylvanians can still apply for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2025 -- visit pa.gov/ptrr to see if you are eligible for a rebate that could put up to $1,000 back in your pocket.
October 15, 2026
Harrisburg, PA - The Shapiro Administration is reminding older Pennsylvanians, widows and widowers, and people with disabilities that they have until December 31, 2026, to apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) Program for property taxes or rent paid in 2025. Eligible applicants can receive up to $1,000 in relief.
As one of the Governor's first tax cuts, the PTRR expansion is helping more Pennsylvanians stay in their homes, pay their bills, and make ends meet. So far in 2026, the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue (DOR) has already processed 491,343 rebates totaling $294.7 million on property taxes or rent paid in 2025.
"Eligible Pennsylvanians still have time to apply for a Property Tax/Rent Rebate and get the relief they deserve," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "Since I took office, my Administration has cut taxes ten times, helping Pennsylvania's seniors, families, and small businesses make ends meet -- and expanding the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program was one of the very first tax cuts we delivered. Over the last three years, the program has put more than $1.1 billion back into the pockets of Pennsylvanians, helping more older adults and people with disabilities afford their homes and everyday expenses, including tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians who filed for the first time. This program provides critical relief to our older friends and neighbors who need it most."
Since Governor Shapiro took office, the PTRR program has delivered more than $1.1 billion through 1.9 million rebates, reaching Pennsylvanians in all 67 counties. This support follows the Governor's bipartisan effort to expand the program for the first time in nearly 20 years.
The historic expansion raised the program's income limits, increased the maximum standard rebate to $1,000, and tied income limits to the cost of living so they keep pace with inflation and rising costs. The Governor and DOR, which administers the PTRR program, are working to ensure as many eligible Pennsylvanians as possible benefit from the expansion.
Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne is encouraging Pennsylvanians to check their eligibility by visiting pa.gov/ptrr. The website also provides information on applying online through myPATH, the Department's online filing tool.
"Applying online is user friendly and can help ensure you receive your rebate as quickly as possible. We're seeing more Pennsylvanians who are eligible for the PTRR program use myPATH and benefit from a tool that guides you through the application process step-by-step," said Secretary Browne. "We're also reminding eligible Pennsylvanians that there are many places to find in-person assistance for their rebate applications. As Governor Shapiro has said many times, there should be no wrong door to access this critical program. These rebates can help seniors stay in their homes and help them keep pace with rising costs at the grocery store and gas pump."
Under the Shapiro Administration, more eligible applicants are using myPATH to file for rebates. The online tool provides an alternative to paper applications and guides applicants through the filing process step by step.
How to Apply Before 12/31 Deadline
Eligible Pennsylvanians can apply for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2025 through December 31.
The PTRR program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. Eligible applicants must reapply for a rebate every year because eligibility is based on yearly income and the amount paid in property taxes or rent during the prior year.
The table below shows how much homeowners and renters who fit this criteria are eligible for, depending on their income in 2025:
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INCOME ... MAX STANDARD REBATE
$0 - $8,550 ... $1,000
$8,551 - $16,040 ... $770
$16,041 - $19,240 ... $460
$19,241 - $48,110 ... $380
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Applying online through myPATH is free, fast, and available in English and Spanish, with no account required. Assistance is also available at hundreds of locations across the state: Department of Revenue district offices, local Area Agencies on Aging, and state legislators' offices.
The easiest way to check the status of your rebate is to use the Where's My Rebate? tool on myPATH. To check on the status of your claim, you will need your Social Security number, claim year, and date of birth.
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Original text here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/revenue/newsroom/shapiro-administration-encourages-eligible-older-pennsylvanians,-people-with-disabilities-to-apply-for-up-to--1,000-rebates-on-property-taxes-or-rent-by-december-31-deadline
Ohio State Auditor: Nonexistent Strategic Planning, 'Culture of Compliance' Hampering Improvements to Ohio Department of Medicaid
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 16 -- Ohio State Auditor Keith Faber issued the following news release:
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Audit: Nonexistent Strategic Planning, 'Culture of Compliance' Hampering Improvements to Ohio Department of Medicaid
October 15, 2026
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is doing little to ensure a multi-year project to modernize the systems it uses to deliver support and services to needy Ohioans is working efficiently and effectively.
Instead, state auditors who recently reviewed the agency's operations found nonexistent strategic and operational plans, minimal program evaluation,
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 16 -- Ohio State Auditor Keith Faber issued the following news release:
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Audit: Nonexistent Strategic Planning, 'Culture of Compliance' Hampering Improvements to Ohio Department of Medicaid
October 15, 2026
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is doing little to ensure a multi-year project to modernize the systems it uses to deliver support and services to needy Ohioans is working efficiently and effectively.
Instead, state auditors who recently reviewed the agency's operations found nonexistent strategic and operational plans, minimal program evaluation,inconsistent contract management, inadequate use of data to make improvements, and other poor management practices.
"We've sounded the alarm about Medicaid for the past eight years, and our calls for action have not been adequately addressed," said Auditor of State Keith Faber. "There's too much at stake for the Ohioans who rely on these services for ODM to continue business as usual."
The conclusions were included in a performance audit of ODM's Next Generation initiative, a multi-year project to update and modernize Medicaid systems and operations. Lawmakers included language in the most-recent biennial budget requiring the review of the Next Generation effort, including ODM's strategic planning, county oversight, claim processing, and other areas.
Medicaid makes up a large percentage of the state's annual budget, providing over $40 billion in needed health care and related services for lower-income residents, older adults, individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, infants and children, and others.
Since 2019, the Auditor of State's Office has released multiple reports (https://ohioauditor.gov/medicaid.html) spotlighting issues with ODM, including payments routinely made for services to dead people or residents who were not eligible to receive public support.
Thursday's performance audit outlines additional concerns about ODM, with auditors finding the department operates in "a culture of compliance rather than one that is concerned with improving and optimizing program outcomes," with officials focused on meeting minimum federal and state guidelines.
ODM also displayed "a lack of institutional knowledge" of its operations, with "staff members who were identified as subject matter experts" but "were unable to answer questions about programs. In particular, several individuals (who) were identified as owning a program were generally unable to speak to the evaluation and measurement outcomes of the program."
Thursday's report generally calls for better coordination and collaboration among the various agencies that administer Medicaid programs, rather than maintaining inconsistent procedures and practices for public assistance applications and renewals.
Among specific recommendations:
* Auditors urged ODM to implement organization-wide strategic, operational, and staffing plans. Auditors noted, "the divisions and offices within ODM are not operationally aligned and have institutional knowledge gaps, functional silos, and information retention issues. This makes it difficult for ODM to properly evaluate the effectiveness of programs and ensure the program is effective and efficient."
* Auditors recommended ODM improve its contract management practices, given that a large portion of its total spending is facilitated by third-party vendors. In a sample of contacts reviewed, auditors found significant discrepancies between planned and actual costs, amounting to more than $145 million in unplanned expenses. Better contract management would lead to fewer unplanned costs and better delivery of support and services.
* Auditors urged ODM to make use of existing county-level and other data and leverage additional information to determine ways to improve application processing and other operational issues.
* Auditors recommended beyond-the-minimum reviews of eligibility determinations to better identify issues. Currently, ODM conducts a triennial review of 800 cases out of about 850,000 processed applications. Auditors noted, "The limited and inconsistent data obtained through current quality control efforts cannot be used to confirm the accuracy or effectiveness of (county Job and Family Services) operations across the state.... ODM should expand, standardize, and communicate quality-control efforts to improve the accuracy of eligibility determinations and redeterminations throughout the state."
The full performance audit is available online at ohioauditor.gov/auditsearch/search.aspx.
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The Auditor of State's Office, one of five independently elected statewide offices in Ohio, is responsible for auditing more than 5,900 state and local government agencies. Under the direction of Auditor Keith Faber, the office also provides financial services to local governments, investigates and prevents fraud in public agencies, and promotes transparency in government.
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Original text here: https://www.auditor.state.oh.us/news/pressreleases/Details/7961
NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF $5.31M STREETSCAPE, RIVERWALK TRAIL AND DOWNTOWN BRANDING PROJECTS IN POTSDAM
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 16 -- The New York Department of State issued the following news release:
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October 15, 2026
NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF $5.31M STREETSCAPE, RIVERWALK TRAIL AND DOWNTOWN BRANDING PROJECTS IN POTSDAM
Part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, Projects Reinforce Downtown as Center of Community Life
Before and After Photos Available Here (https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2026/10/before-and-after-photos-potsdam-streetscape.pdf)
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New York Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley today announced the completion of Potsdam's $5.31 million
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ALBANY, New York, Oct. 16 -- The New York Department of State issued the following news release:
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October 15, 2026
NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF $5.31M STREETSCAPE, RIVERWALK TRAIL AND DOWNTOWN BRANDING PROJECTS IN POTSDAM
Part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, Projects Reinforce Downtown as Center of Community Life
Before and After Photos Available Here (https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2026/10/before-and-after-photos-potsdam-streetscape.pdf)
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New York Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley today announced the completion of Potsdam's $5.31 millionStreetscape, Raquette Riverwalk and branding campaign, part of the Village's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). Together, these projects connect the historic business district, the Raquette River, university campuses, arts institutions and public parks, creating a more cohesive downtown experience that strengthens and supports the local economy, celebrates community identity and makes Potsdam a more vibrant and welcoming destination to live, work and visit.
"It's always exciting to see a community make such transformative progress in less than a year. Just this past spring, we were here in Potsdam with jackhammers and shovels breaking ground on these projects, and now we're seeing them come to life," said Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley. "Improvements to the streetscapes and riverwalk create more opportunities for people to enjoy the Village, while the new branding and marketing efforts help showcase what makes Potsdam unique. Through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, we're helping communities build on their strengths by making investments that will benefit residents, businesses, and visitors now and for years to come."
The Streetscape project, which received $2.78 million in DRI funding, reconstructed sidewalks, built accessible crossings and installed curbing on Market, Maple and Raymond streets in the Village. The project also included new decorative LED streetlights, benches, planters, trees and other landscaping improvements. The Village also upgraded its stormwater drainage infrastructure.
The Raquette Riverwalk and Fall Island Art and Skatepark, which received $2.48 million in DRI funding, created a walking loop around the Village's three downtown bridges, while improving access to waterfront parks, river views and recreational amenities. The Fall Island Art and Skatepark features 4,500 square feet of custom skateable concrete integrated with public art. It also included the development of the Potsdam Gateway, which refurbished and beautified the greenspace adjacent to Clarkson University with new sidewalks, landscaping and pedestrian access to Downtown from the university.
The Village's branding campaign, which was awarded $52,000 in DRI funding, included the creation of a downtown brand, wayfinding signs and banners to establish a cohesive identity for Potsdam, strengthening local pride and promotes downtown as a destination for residents and visitors alike.
These projects are part of Potsdam's broader effort to support economic activity and reinforce the role of downtown as a center of community life. By improving the public realm and overall user experience, the Village is supporting existing businesses, improving connections to cultural attractions, encouraging new investment and increasing activity in the downtown area.
The Village of Potsdam was named the North Country Downtown Revitalization Initiative winner for the fourth round in 2019. Other DRI winners in the region include Plattsburgh, Watertown, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, Massena, Ticonderoga, Lowville, Malone and Ogdensburg.
In addition to the streetscape, riverwalk and branding projects, the following projects are also funded by the DRI in Potsdam:
* Expanded the North Country Children's Museum (Completed): Business expansion of children's museum into second floor, including basement and first floor renovations to accommodate an elevator.
* Expand Potsdam Food Co-op: Expansion of the Food Co-op including renovation, equipment and marketing.
* Revitalized the Creative Spirit Community Arts Center (Completed): Renovated interior/exterior for new North Country Arts Center. Renovations included new windows, floors, restrooms, walls, elevator and equipment.
* Rebuild Downtown Potsdam Fund: Revolving grant and loan fund including rent assistance, main street renovation, a quick-start grant program, and COVID-19 related capital improvements.
Mayor Alexandra Jacobs Wilke said, "Our Downtown Revitalization Projects represent our shared heritage and our bright future. The Village of Potsdam is proud to be a place where people ask questions, seek solutions and build something new--a place where history is all around us, yet never frozen in time. Our DRI projects are the result of countless hours of dreaming and collaboration, and they are already helping to inspire new energy and development downtown. We are grateful for New York State's investment in us, and excited for what comes next."
Lawrence County Legislator Margaret Haggard said, ""Potsdam is more beautiful and welcoming than ever, reflecting the hard work and thoughtful planning of everyone involved in our Downtown Revitalization Initiative. How fortunate we are to call this beautiful village home."
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About the Downtown Revitalization Initiative
The Downtown Revitalization Initiative was created in 2016 to accelerate and expand the revitalization of downtowns and neighborhoods in all ten regions of the state to serve as centers of activity and catalysts for investment. Led by the Department of State, with assistance from Empire State Development, Homes and Community Renewal and NYSERDA, the DRI represents an unprecedented and innovative "plan-then-act" strategy that couples strategic planning with immediate implementation. Through nine rounds, the DRI has awarded a total of $1 billion to 99 communities across every region of the State.
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Original text here: https://dos.ny.gov/news/new-york-department-state-announces-completion-531m-streetscape-riverwalk-trail-and-downtown
MDC Seeks Public Comments on Proposed Paddlefish Regulation Changes
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- The Missouri Department of Conservation issued the following news:
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MDC seeks public comments on proposed paddlefish regulation changes
By Joe Jerek
10/15/2026
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is seeking public comments on potential regulation changes for paddlefish transportation out of the state and for identifying the "taker" for when fish are taken by snagging or grabbing. The Missouri Conservation Commission gave initial approval to the proposed regulation changes from MDC during its Sept. 11 open meeting in
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- The Missouri Department of Conservation issued the following news:
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MDC seeks public comments on proposed paddlefish regulation changes
By Joe Jerek
10/15/2026
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is seeking public comments on potential regulation changes for paddlefish transportation out of the state and for identifying the "taker" for when fish are taken by snagging or grabbing. The Missouri Conservation Commission gave initial approval to the proposed regulation changes from MDC during its Sept. 11 open meeting inJefferson City.
The proposed amendments clarify that when fish are taken by snagging or grabbing methods, the legal taker is the individual who first hooks the fish, and the fish counts toward that person's daily limit.
The proposals also include changes to paddlefish regulations aimed at addressing harvest concerns and illegal commercialization. The proposed changes require paddlefish to be gutted, and all internal organs (including eggs) removed before being transported out of Missouri.
MDC is seeking public comments on the two proposed regulation changes from Oct. 16 through Nov 14 at mdc.mo.gov/about-regulations/wildlife-code-missouri/proposed-regulation-changes.
The Commission will review public comments received and then give a final decision on the proposed changes during its Dec. 11 meeting. If given final approval, the regulation changes will become effective Feb. 28, 2027.
Paddlefish are unique members of Missouri's sportfish and commercial fisheries and provide special recreational opportunities in the state. Named for their large, paddle-shaped snouts, these fish can grow to seven feet and weigh more than 100 pounds. Paddlefish swim slowly with their mouths wide open, collecting tiny crustaceans and insects in their elaborate, closely-set gill rakers. The paddle-shaped snout functions as an electrosensory organ that allows the fish to sense plankton as it swims through water.
Because the giant fish eat crustaceans and insects, they do not bite on traditional fishing hooks. They are usually caught through the practice of snagging, where anglers drag large, triple-sided hooks through the water to "snag" a fish in the body with the hooks.
As Missouri's official state aquatic animal, this giant, prehistoric fish has ancestors that swam during the time of dinosaurs. Today, thousands of snaggers look forward to encountering this ancient sport fish during Missouri's annual spring paddlefish season in March and April.
Learn more about paddlefish and related fishing regulations from MDC online at mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species/paddlefish.
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Original text here: https://mdc.mo.gov/newsroom/mdc-seeks-public-comments-proposed-paddlefish-regulation-changes
Ga. Labor Dept.: State Marks Nine Consecutive Months of Record Labor Force and Employment Growth
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 16 -- The Georgia Department of Labor issued the following news:
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Georgia Marks Nine Consecutive Months of Record Labor Force and Employment Growth
October 15, 2026
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia's labor force and employment smashed records for the ninth consecutive month in September, hitting historic highs of 5.5 million workers and 5.3 million jobs alongside a 50-year low in initial jobless claims. Even as the unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 3.3%, the September rate was 0.1 percentage point lower than a year ago and remained
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ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 16 -- The Georgia Department of Labor issued the following news:
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Georgia Marks Nine Consecutive Months of Record Labor Force and Employment Growth
October 15, 2026
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia's labor force and employment smashed records for the ninth consecutive month in September, hitting historic highs of 5.5 million workers and 5.3 million jobs alongside a 50-year low in initial jobless claims. Even as the unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 3.3%, the September rate was 0.1 percentage point lower than a year ago and remained0.9 percentage point below the national rate.
"Georgia's workforce is making history," said Georgia Labor Commissioner Barbara Rivera Holmes. "With nine consecutive months of record employment, unemployment claims at a 50-year low, and career opportunities expanding statewide, we are proving that Georgia is the Top State for Talent. Here, employers find skilled workers and Georgians build careers."
In September, Georgia's labor force increased by 13,679 to 5,504,015, an all-time high, and rose by 73,187 over the past year.
Employment rose by 10,279 to an all-time high of 5,325,131 and was up 80,830 over the past year.
In September, Georgia's initial claims decreased by 953 over the month to 15,874, marking a 3,140-claim decline from the previous year. Prior to this, the state had not recorded a monthly total that low in more than half a century -- not since April 1974, when 15,697 initial claims were filed.
Unemployment increased by 3,400 to 178,884 but was down 7,643 over the past 12 months.
In September, jobs were down 500 over the month to 4,983,000 and were down 200 over the year. Jobs in Georgia were up in August.
The sectors with the most over-the-month job gains included local government, 3,300; professional and technical services, 1,600; state government, 700; non-durable goods manufacturing, 600; and wholesale trade, 500.
Jobs were down over-the-month in private educational services, 1,600; health care and social assistance, 1,400; accommodation and foods services, 1,100; arts, entertainment, and recreation, 800; and administrative and support services, 800.
The sectors with the most over-the-year job gains included health care and social assistance, 18,900; local government; 6,100; durable goods manufacturing, 5,100; administrative and support services, 3,600; and state government, 3,400.
Jobs were down over-the-year in federal government, 8,800; professional and technical services, 8,600; construction, 4,900; accommodation and food services, 4,700; and finance and insurance, 3,700.
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Original text here: https://dol.georgia.gov/press-releases/2026-10-15/georgia-marks-nine-consecutive-months-record-labor-force-and-employment
Arizona Supreme Court's New Standards for Admission to the Practice of Law Allows for Expansion of Legal Education at Newly Approved Law School at Grand Canyon University
PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 16 -- The Arizona Supreme Court issued the following news release:
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Oct. 15, 2026
Court's New Standards for Admission to the Practice of Law Allows for Expansion of Legal Education at Newly Approved Law School at Grand Canyon University
PHOENIX - The Arizona Supreme Court announced its groundbreaking decision to approve a Grand Canyon University (GCU) proposal to establish and operate an Arizona-approved college of law. The GCU College of Law will help address the Court's growing concern for the state's shortage of practicing attorneys.
While Arizona has two well-established
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PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 16 -- The Arizona Supreme Court issued the following news release:
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Oct. 15, 2026
Court's New Standards for Admission to the Practice of Law Allows for Expansion of Legal Education at Newly Approved Law School at Grand Canyon University
PHOENIX - The Arizona Supreme Court announced its groundbreaking decision to approve a Grand Canyon University (GCU) proposal to establish and operate an Arizona-approved college of law. The GCU College of Law will help address the Court's growing concern for the state's shortage of practicing attorneys.
While Arizona has two well-establishedand highly distinguished law schools accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), the Court has adopted standards for legal education it believes will serve as a model for improving access to justice in Arizona. The Court is interested in maintaining rigorous educational standards and ensuring graduates are prepared for competent and ethical practice by requiring students to complete specific substantive courses.
Graduates of Grand Canyon University Law School must meet the Arizona Supreme Court's standards for legal education to be eligible for the bar exam, and if they pass the exam and complete the admission requirements, they will be authorized to practice law in Arizona without ABA accreditation.
"My colleagues and I are delighted to welcome Grand Canyon University's College of Law to Arizona's legal community," said Chief Justice Ann A. Scott Timmer. "Arizona faces a significant shortage of attorneys, and we are optimistic that GCU will provide an excellent legal education and help meet the need for more lawyers in communities throughout our state. We look forward to getting to know the school's faculty and students and watching the GCU College of Law grow and thrive."
"This is a historic moment for Grand Canyon University, for legal education in Arizona and, most importantly, for students who have dreamed of entering the legal profession by attending a faith-based law school," said James L. Williams, Dean of GCU's College of Law. "We are grateful for the Arizona Supreme Court's willingness to consider an innovative approach to legal education and for the opportunity to demonstrate that a new pathway to licensure can maintain the highest standards of academic excellence, professional preparation and ethical responsibility. We recognize the significance of being the first institution to operate under these standards and the responsibility that comes with it."
The Grand Canyon University Law School will operate under conditions set by the Arizona Supreme Court and continued oversight by its Committee on Examinations and Administrative Office of the Courts.
The Court wishes to test these new standards, and as such, will not be accepting approval requests from other non-ABA-accredited law schools.
Arizona Supreme Court Administrative Order 2026-167 approving the law school and outlining requirements is available here (https://www.azcourts.gov/Portals/0/22/admorder/Orders26/2026-167.pdf?ver=EWNku0eFsfCtxcQpMHSs3w%3d%3d).
Information about GCU's law school and its requirements for future students is available on their website gcu.edu.
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Original text here: https://www.azcourts.gov/Portals/0/201/Press%20Releases/2026/News%20Release%20-%20Arizona%20Supreme%20Court%20Approves%20Law%20School%20at%20Grand%20Canyon%20University.pdf?ver=tssrzKXzthtU5Enwfr8Rpw%3d%3d
Ala. Economic & Community Affairs Dept.: Gov. Ivey Awards Grant for Substance Abuse Treatment at Alabama State Prisons
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Oct. 16 -- The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs issued the following news:
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Gov. Ivey awards grant for substance abuse treatment at Alabama state prisons
October 15, 2026
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $280,806 grant to the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) to fund a substance abuse treatment program to help state prisoners end drug addictions which often contribute to their incarceration.
"Ending drug addictions reduces recidivism and puts inmates on a path toward a more productive life upon release," Gov. Ivey said. "This grant
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MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Oct. 16 -- The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs issued the following news:
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Gov. Ivey awards grant for substance abuse treatment at Alabama state prisons
October 15, 2026
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $280,806 grant to the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) to fund a substance abuse treatment program to help state prisoners end drug addictions which often contribute to their incarceration.
"Ending drug addictions reduces recidivism and puts inmates on a path toward a more productive life upon release," Gov. Ivey said. "This grantwill ensure state prisons get the tools they need to help participants in the program overcome the destructive influence of illegal drug use."
The grant will fund a 12-month Residential Substance Abuse Treatment program in eight prisons throughout the state, including Bibb Correctional Facility, Bullock Correctional Facility, William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility, Easterling Correctional Facility, Staton Correctional Facility, Ventress Correctional Facility, St. Clair Correctional Facility and Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women.
The program is conducted by drug treatment staff members with the objective of providing education, counseling and drug testing to break the link between drug addiction and criminal activity. Drug testing is conducted before, during and after completion of the program for as long as the inmate is in ADOC custody.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the grant with funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. ADOC will provide $93,602 in matching funds.
"Treating addiction before prisoners are reintegrated into the community is crucial, because drug abuse is so closely linked with crime," ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said. "ADECA joins Gov. Ivey in support of this program and its focus on lasting recovery."
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ADECA administers a wide range of programs that support law enforcement, victim programs, economic development, water resource management, energy conservation and recreation.
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Original text here: https://adeca.alabama.gov/2026/10/15/gov-ivey-awards-grant-for-substance-abuse-treatment-at-alabama-state-prisons/
