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R.I. A.G. Neronha, Coalition Prevent $184 Million in Cuts to AmeriCorps Service Programs
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Aug. 30 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Aug. 29, 2025:
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition prevent $184 million in cuts to AmeriCorps service programs
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement after prevailing in preserving funding for AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, alongside a coalition of 22 attorneys general and two governors. The White House's Office of Management and Budget (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding AmeriCorps
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Aug. 30 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Aug. 29, 2025:
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition prevent $184 million in cuts to AmeriCorps service programs
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement after prevailing in preserving funding for AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, alongside a coalition of 22 attorneys general and two governors. The White House's Office of Management and Budget (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding AmeriCorpsplans to award to service programs across the country.
"Within one week, our coalition has clawed back billions in federal funding, unlawfully withheld by the Trump Administration, for the people of our states," said Attorney General Neronha. "Over the past eight months, one of the questions posed most often by Rhode Island constituents and media members alike concerns the effectiveness of our fight against the illegal actions of this Administration. The proof is in the pudding. Without these lawsuits, the residents of our states would be deprived of critical federal funding sources upon which they rely to live their lives. And unfortunately for the residents of those states with Republican attorneys general, many of those funding sources remain off. We won't capitulate, we won't back down, and we will continue this fight for the well-being of everyday Americans who just want a government that works for them."
Background
On April 29, Attorney General Neronha and the coalition challenged the administration's plans to eliminate nearly 90 percent of AmeriCorps' workforce, abruptly cancel its contracts, and close $400 million worth of AmeriCorps-supported programs. In June, the Court granted a preliminary injunction that reinstated hundreds of AmeriCorps programs that were unlawfully cancelled and barred AmeriCorps from making similar cuts without formal rulemaking. Despite the order, OMB continued to withhold over $184 million intended for outstanding service programs, including AmeriCorps Seniors programs, and many programs funded with highly competitive federal grants.
Because the Trump administration withheld these critical resources, the coalition filed an amended lawsuit in July that added OMB as a defendant. On August 8, Attorney General Neronha and the coalition filed a motion for a preliminary injunction, asking for an order to stop OMB from withholding the relevant funds. The Trump administration's response was due yesterday, August 28. Rather than oppose the states' motion, the administration instead informed the Court that OMB would release all withheld AmeriCorps funds, totaling over $184 million, which AmeriCorps will distribute to programs nationwide, as quickly as possible.
This relief means that service programs across the country will be protected from the administration's devastating attempted cuts. AmeriCorps supports national and state community service programs by funding and placing volunteers in local and national organizations that address critical community needs. Organizations rely on support from AmeriCorps to recruit, place, and supervise AmeriCorps members nationwide.
In Rhode Island, AmeriCorps programs are administered and supported by ServeRI and play a crucial role in community development. Last year, more than 2,900 Americans united to meet local needs and strengthen neighborhoods with AmeriCorps investing more than $6.7 million in federal funding. These service members work across Rhode Island at more than 100 locations--supporting schools, food banks, homeless shelters, youth centers, veterans' facilities, and other essential community institutions. Their efforts not only fortify community resilience but also generate over $2.6 million in additional local resources from businesses, foundations, public agencies, and other sources in Rhode Island.
Attorney General Neronha was joined by the attorneys general of Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin, and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania in filing the lawsuit.
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Original text here: https://riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-prevent-184-million-cuts-americorps-service
Michigan Attorney General, State Police and Superintendent Remind Families of OK2SAY
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 29 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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Michigan Attorney General, State Police and Superintendent Remind Families of OK2SAY
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LANSING - As schools across the state welcome students back for the new academic year, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice, and Michigan State Police (MSP) Dire ctor Col. James F. Grady II are reminding parents and students that Michigan's student safety program, OK2SAY, is a valuable resource to help keep students safe.
"OK2SAY gives Michiganders a safe
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LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 29 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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Michigan Attorney General, State Police and Superintendent Remind Families of OK2SAY
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LANSING - As schools across the state welcome students back for the new academic year, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice, and Michigan State Police (MSP) Dire ctor Col. James F. Grady II are reminding parents and students that Michigan's student safety program, OK2SAY, is a valuable resource to help keep students safe.
"OK2SAY gives Michiganders a safeand confidential way to share concerns about their safety and the safety of others," Nessel said. "These tips not only help law enforcement identify and respond to potential dangers and help those in need, but they also ensure that real threats of violence are taken seriously and those responsible are held accountable. By using this program, we can all play a role in protecting our students."
OK2SAY, which is housed within the MSP Office of School Safety, allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at students, school employees, or schools in this state. Since its launch in 2014, OK2SAY has received more than 60,000 tips. In 2024 alone, the program received 11,719 tips (PDF). The top five tip categories last year were:
1. Bullying
2. Suicide threats
3. Other (e.g., anxiety, stress, depression, harassment)
4. Drugs
5. Sexual assault/misconduct/exploitation
"The Michigan State Police is proud to champion OK2SAY, a program that transforms students into active partners in their own safety," added Col. Grady. "That's the power of OK2SAY. This isn't just about reporting concerns; it's about fostering a culture of courage. Every tip, every act of speaking up, is a testament to a student's commitment to their community. It's a student saying, 'I care, and I want to make a difference.' This courage is the very foundation of safer schools and stronger communities."
Attorney General Nessel, Superintendent Rice and Col. Grady are also reminding schools to register at least one official's emergency after-hours contact information, which must be updated biannually. This helps facilitate effective school personnel communication.
"As Michigan students and school staff return to the classrooms for the 2025-26 school year, it's important for them to feel safe," said Dr. Rice. "Students struggle to learn if they are afraid, being bullied, or dealing with anxiety, depression, or undue stress. OK2SAY is one important tool that we have to protect our children and improve their health, safety, and wellness, Goal 3 of Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan."
OK2SAY is available statewide for public and nonpublic schools in Michigan. If you receive a threat or know of a threat of violence against your community, please contact your local law enforcement or call 9-1-1. Non-emergency tips can be submitted the following ways:
* Call: 8-555-OK2SAY, (855-565-2729)
* Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)
* Email: OK 2SAY
* The OK 2SAY website
* OK2SAY Mobile App: Available for download for Apple, Google and Android mobile devices.
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Original text here: https://www.michigan.gov/ag/news/press-releases/2025/08/29/michigan-attorney-general-state-police-and-superintendent-remind-families-of-ok2say
Attorney General Tong Stops $184 Million Cut to AmeriCorps Service Programs
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 29 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Tong Stops $184 Million Cut to AmeriCorps Service Programs
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(Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today announced the Trump Administration will fully release all withheld AmeriCorps funds, following a lawsuit brought by Connecticut, 23 other states and the District of Columbia. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding for service programs across the country. OMB's attempted cuts threatened
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HARTFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 29 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Tong Stops $184 Million Cut to AmeriCorps Service Programs
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(Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today announced the Trump Administration will fully release all withheld AmeriCorps funds, following a lawsuit brought by Connecticut, 23 other states and the District of Columbia. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding for service programs across the country. OMB's attempted cuts threatenedthe survival of those programs and the well-being of those who depend on them.
"In the face of what would have been a blistering legal defeat, the Trump Administration chose not to defend the indefensible and will now finally release all $184 million in AmeriCorps funding. This is a good day for programs across Connecticut that have helped stock our food pantries, tutored our kids, assisted homebound seniors, supported our veterans, and helped combat the opioid epidemic. These cuts were irrational, cruel and lawless, and deeply hurtful to people and communities across Connecticut," said Attorney General Tong.
On April 29, Attorney General Tong and the coalition challenged the administration's plans to eliminate nearly 90 percent of AmeriCorps' workforce, abruptly cancel its contracts, and close $400 million worth of AmeriCorps-supported programs. In June, the Court granted a preliminary injunction that reinstated hundreds of AmeriCorps programs that were unlawfully cancelled and barred AmeriCorps from making similar cuts without formal rulemaking. Despite the order, OMB continued to withhold over $184 million intended for outstanding service programs, including AmeriCorps Seniors programs, and many programs funded with highly competitive federal grants. The coalition filed an amended complaint in July to add OMB as a defendant. On August 8, the coalition then filed a motion for preliminary injunction, seeking an order to stop OMB from withholding the funds.
On Thursday, August 28, when OMB's response for these actions was due in Court, the Trump Administration instead agreed to fully release the previously withheld funds as quickly as possible.
This relief means that service programs across the country will be protected from the administration's devastating attempted cuts. AmeriCorps supports national and state community service programs by funding and placing volunteers in local and national organizations that address critical community needs. Organizations rely on support from AmeriCorps to recruit, place, and supervise AmeriCorps members nationwide.
As of the 2024 program year, AmeriCorps engaged 2,255 members and volunteers across 253 service locations throughout Connecticut, contributing to a total investment of $12.4 million in the state. Locally, AmeriCorps programs secured over $2.9 million in external funding from businesses, foundations, public agencies, and other sources across Connecticut. This local investment amplified community impact and enhanced the value of taxpayer contributions.
AmeriCorps programs in Connecticut address critical community needs through various initiatives:
* Education: Members support early childhood education, literacy programs, and college readiness initiatives.
* Public Health: Volunteers engage in health education, nutrition assistance, and mental health support services.
* Economic Opportunity: Programs focus on workforce development, financial literacy, and housing assistance.
* Disaster Services: Members assist in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.
* Environmental Stewardship: Initiatives include conservation projects and environmental education.
* Veterans and Military Families: AmeriCorps Seniors organizes and manages Veterans Coffeehouses across the state. These gatherings offer veterans and their families a welcoming environment to connect, share experiences, and access essential resources.
Attorney General Tong was joined by the attorneys general of Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawai'i, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin, and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania in filing the lawsuit.
Twitter: @AGWilliamTong
Facebook: CT Attorney General
Media Contact:
Elizabeth Benton
elizabeth.benton@ct.gov
Consumer Inquiries:
860-808-5318
attorney.general@ct.gov
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Original text here: https://portal.ct.gov/ag/press-releases/2025-press-releases/attorney-general-tong-stops-184-million-cut-to-americorps-service-programs
Attorney General Rayfield Releases One Year Report on Oregon Consumer Privacy Act
SALEM, Oregon, Aug. 29 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Rayfield Releases One Year Report on Oregon Consumer Privacy Act
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Oregonians most concerned about data brokers and deleting personal information; DOJ has resources for Oregonians to know their rights
Attorney General Dan Rayfield has released a report with the results from the first year of the Oregon Consumer Privacy Ac t (OCPA). The comprehensive law, which took effect last July, empowers individuals and families to take control of their personal data - ranging from
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SALEM, Oregon, Aug. 29 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Rayfield Releases One Year Report on Oregon Consumer Privacy Act
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Oregonians most concerned about data brokers and deleting personal information; DOJ has resources for Oregonians to know their rights
Attorney General Dan Rayfield has released a report with the results from the first year of the Oregon Consumer Privacy Ac t (OCPA). The comprehensive law, which took effect last July, empowers individuals and families to take control of their personal data - ranging frombrowsing history or home address to mental health information.
"Oregonians have the right to manage their personal data - and in the first year of this new law, we are ensuring that right is a reality," Rayfield said. "DOJ is committed to making sure companies follow the law and every Oregonian has control over their own data."
In the first year of enforcement, the Privacy Unit within the Civil Enforcement Division at Oregon DOJ received 214 complaints - a significant number compared to other similarly sized states, showing that Oregonians care about their privacy rights.
Of the complaints received:
* The majority of complaints were about online data brokers - including websites that provide background reports for a fee. The top right that Oregonians have been requested and been denied is the right to delete their information.
* The Privacy Unit has initiated and closed 38 matters, after sending notices of violation (also called "cure notices") and broader information requests to companies. These notices give entities a chance to correct compliance issues before additional enforcement steps are taken.
Currently, the OCPA requires DOJ to give companies 30 days to cure any identified violations before taking formal enforcement action. Overall, the responses we have received to date have been positive. Most companies updated privacy notices and/or improved consumer rights mechanisms quickly after being contacted by the Privacy Unit.
Key takeaways for businesses to ensure compliance include:
* Companies need to ensure that they are offering consumers the right to know any third-party entities their personal data has been disclosed to, including through the sale of consumer data.
* Companies need to ensure that "back-end" personal data - such as marketing profiles or shopping patterns - are included when consumers request to copy or delete data.
* Companies need to ensure their rights request form is accessible, functioning, and complete.
As of July 1, 2025, nonprofits are also subject to the OCPA. The DOJ Consumer Privacy website includes FAQs for nonprofits, as well as for businesses and consumers.
The full report can be found on the DOJ website at https://www.doj.state.or.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/OCPA-One-Year-Enforcement-Report-2025.pdf
What Oregonians should know:
The DOJ Consumer Privacy website includes resources for Oregonians about how to protect your personal data, including:
* A resource on how to protect your personal data
* A resource on protecting children's data privacy
* A template letter to send to businesses to request your privacy rights
If businesses are not responsive after someone requests to have their information taken down, individuals and families can fill out this complaint form >.
What's next:
* Starting on September 26, 2025, the OCPA will apply to all auto manufacturers that collect personal data regardless of the number of consumers in Oregon.
* As of January 1, 2026, controllers are banned from selling precise geolocation data and banned from selling the data of children under 16 and using the data of children under 16 for targeted advertising and certain types of profiling.
* The 30-day cure provision described above sunsets on January 1, 2026.
* Beginning January 1, 2026, controllers are required to honor consumers' requests to opt out of the sale of their data or targeted advertising via universal opt-out mechanisms.
The Oregon Department of Justice will continue to share regular reports to ensure transparency.
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Original text here: https://www.doj.state.or.us/media-home/news-media-releases/attorney-general-rayfield-releases-one-year-report-on-oregon-consumer-privacy-act/
Attorney General Mayes Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration, Stops $184 Million Cut to AmeriCorps Service Programs
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 29 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Mayes Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration, Stops $184 Million Cut to AmeriCorps Service Programs
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PHOENIX - Attorney General Mayes prevailed in preserving funding for AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. The White House Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding AmeriCorps plans to award to service programs across the country. OMB's attempted cuts threatened the survival of those programs
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PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 29 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Mayes Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration, Stops $184 Million Cut to AmeriCorps Service Programs
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PHOENIX - Attorney General Mayes prevailed in preserving funding for AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. The White House Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding AmeriCorps plans to award to service programs across the country. OMB's attempted cuts threatened the survival of those programsand the well-being of those who depend on them.
On July 23, Attorney General Mayes joined a coalition in filing an amended lawsuit challenging OMB's attempt to gut AmeriCorps programs. Today, when their response for these actions was due in Court, OMB and AmeriCorps instead agreed to fully release the previously withheld funds.
"This is a complete and total win over the Trump administration's chaos and destruction that left Arizona communities scrambling to pick up the pieces and preserve programs that help Arizonans in need," said Attorney General Mayes. "I am proud to have sued to stop these devastating budget cuts that would have decimated AmeriCorps in our state. AmeriCorps has an incredible return on investment represents the best of public service in our nation. Donald Trump's surrender in this case is a win for every Arizonan."
On (link is external) April 29, Attorney General Mayes and the coalition challenged the administration's plans to eliminate nearly 90 percent of AmeriCorps' workforce, abruptly cancel its contracts, and close $400 million worth of AmeriCorps-supported programs. In June, the Court granted a (link is external) preliminary injunction that reinstated hundreds of AmeriCorps programs that were unlawfully cancelled and barred AmeriCorps from making similar cuts without formal rulemaking. Despite the order, OMB continued to withhold over $184 million intended for outstanding service programs, including AmeriCorps Seniors programs, and many programs funded with highly competitive federal grants.
Because the Trump administration withheld these critical resources, the coalition filed (link is external) an amended lawsuit in July that added OMB as a defendant. On August 8, Attorney General Mayes and the coalition filed a motion for a preliminary injunction, asking for an order to stop OMB from withholding the relevant funds. The Trump administration's response was due yesterday, August 28. Rather than oppose the states' motion, the administration instead informed the Court that OMB would release all withheld AmeriCorps funds, totaling over $184 million, which AmeriCorps will distribute to programs nationwide, as quickly as possible.
This relief means that service programs across the country will be protected from the administration's devastating attempted cuts. AmeriCorps supports national and state community service programs by funding and placing volunteers in local and national organizations that address critical community needs. Organizations rely on support from AmeriCorps to recruit, place, and supervise AmeriCorps members nationwide.
The Trump administration's previous termination of $400 million worth of AmeriCorps programs and the recent OMB withholding of funds threatened numerous service programs in Arizona and other states, including Arizona's Teacher Residency Program at Northern Arizona University - addressing Arizona's teacher shortage, Caring Circles - which provides home-bound seniors with assistance in grocery shopping and transportation to medical appointments, and other various programs serving communities across the state.
Attorney General Mayes was joined by the attorneys general of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawai'i, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin, and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania in filing the lawsuit.
A copy of the filing is available (link is external) here.
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-wins-lawsuit-against-trump-administration-stops-184-million
Attorney General Bonta Secures Felony Prison Sentences for Three Individuals Involved in Theft of High-Performance Vehicles Across Nine California Counties
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 29 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Secures Felony Prison Sentences for Three Individuals Involved in Theft of High-Performance Vehicles Across Nine California Counties
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OAKLAND - California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the sentencing of three people involved in 13 different vehicle thefts or attempted vehicle thefts throughout California. Between July 2023 and March 2024, Jesse Venegas, Nathan Olivas, and Christopher Anderson participated in a large scale conspiracy to steal
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SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 29 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Secures Felony Prison Sentences for Three Individuals Involved in Theft of High-Performance Vehicles Across Nine California Counties
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OAKLAND - California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the sentencing of three people involved in 13 different vehicle thefts or attempted vehicle thefts throughout California. Between July 2023 and March 2024, Jesse Venegas, Nathan Olivas, and Christopher Anderson participated in a large scale conspiracy to stealexpensive high-performance vehicles including Dodge Chargers and Challengers, for the purpose of selling them or using them in street takeovers. The thefts occurred in the counties of El Dorado, Kings, Monterey, Riverside, Sacramento, San Benito, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, and Tulare.
"At the California Department of Justice, we are fighting organized crime in the field and in the courtroom," said Attorney General Bonta. "As today's sentencing is testament to, we will not tolerate theft that endangers our communities. I am thankful for strong partnerships with local law enforcement that make California a safer place to live and work. When we work together, we get results."
Following an investigation and arrests conducted by Visalia Police Department, it was discovered that the three defendants also executed activities related to running a chop shop. The estimated value of the 13 vehicles that were taken was approximately $600,000. On May 12, 2025, all three defendants pled in El Dorado Superior Court and agreed to restitution payments. Venegas, Olivas, and Anderson all pled to one count of operating a chop shop. Venegas further pled to four counts of vehicle theft, while Olivas and Anderson each pled to one additional count of vehicle theft. Venegas was sentenced to a total of 4 years and 8 months, Olivas to 2 years and 8 months, and Anderson to 2 years. The sentences were for prison time pursuant to PC 1170(h). All three defendants were sentenced on August 29, 2025.
The California Department of Justice's Special Prosecution Section investigates and prosecutes complex criminal cases occurring in California, primarily related to financial, securities, mortgage, and environmental fraud; public corruption, including violations of California's Political Reform Act; "underground economy" offenses, including tax and revenue fraud and counterfeiting; and human trafficking. Vertical teams of prosecutors, investigators, auditors, and paralegals often work with federal and local authorities on cases involving multi-jurisdictional criminal activity.
A copy of the criminal complaint can be found here.
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Original text here: https://oag.ca.gov/news/press-releases/attorney-general-bonta-secures-felony-prison-sentences-three-individuals
Attorney General Alan Wilson asks U.S. Supreme Court to protect South Carolina's Bathroom Privacy Law
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Aug. 29 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news:
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Attorney General Alan Wilson asks U.S. Supreme Court to protect South Carolina's Bathroom Privacy Law
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(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with SC Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, announced that the state has formally asked the United States Supreme Court to step in and block a Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals injunction that forces a South Carolina school to abandon its longstanding bathroom privacy protections.
The emergency application,
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COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Aug. 29 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news:
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Attorney General Alan Wilson asks U.S. Supreme Court to protect South Carolina's Bathroom Privacy Law
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(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with SC Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, announced that the state has formally asked the United States Supreme Court to step in and block a Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals injunction that forces a South Carolina school to abandon its longstanding bathroom privacy protections.
The emergency application,filed late Thursday, asks the Court to stay the Fourth Circuit's order requiring a Berkeley County school to allow a biological female student identifying as male to use boys' restrooms. The injunction, issued just one day before the school year began, does not overturn South Carolina's enacted budget proviso requiring public school bathrooms to be separated by biological sex, but gives an exception to the one student.
"South Carolina passed this law to protect the privacy and safety of every child in our schools," said Attorney General Wilson. "But activist judges on the Fourth Circuit threw out common sense and the will of the people to give one student a special exception. What about the rights and safety of all students? Where does it stop? This is judicial activism at its worst, and we're fighting back. South Carolina will not stand by while ideology is put ahead of children's safety. I am taking this fight all the way to the Supreme Court."
"South Carolina's law is grounded in biological reality and protects the privacy, safety, and dignity of every child. No activist court should force schools to abandon common sense or put ideology ahead of student well-being. I'm proud to take this fight to the steps of the Supreme Court -- to defend our law, protect our children, and preserve sanity in our schools," said Superintendent Ellen Weaver.
Wilson emphasized that the state's position aligns with a growing national legal consensus. The Eleventh and Ninth Circuits, as well as federal courts in the Sixth and Tenth Circuits, have all upheld laws or policies separating bathrooms and locker rooms by biological sex. The Fourth Circuit remains an outlier, relying on a 2020 ruling that has since been undermined by recent Supreme Court decisions.
Pending the Supreme Court's decision, Attorney General Wilson will continue fighting at the Fourth Circuit to uphold South Carolina's bathroom law.
"This case is about more than one school district," Wilson added. "It is about whether unelected judges will override the will of parents and legislators, or whether South Carolina and other states will retain the authority to safeguard student privacy in the most sensitive spaces."
You can read the brief here.
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Original text here: https://www.scag.gov/about-the-office/news/attorney-general-alan-wilson-asks-u-s-supreme-court-to-protect-south-carolina-s-bathroom-privacy-law/
