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Va. A.G. Jones Advocates for Stronger Guardrails Around Internet Safety
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 28 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jay Jones Advocates for Stronger Guardrails Around Internet Safety
Joins coalition of Attorneys General in letter opposing bill that would weaken digital safety for Virginia's children
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Today, Attorney General Jay Jones joined a coalition of Attorneys General writing in opposition to the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS Act), H.R. 7757. Despite its name, the law fails to hold social media companies accountable for keeping young people safe from the proven
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RICHMOND, Virginia, May 28 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jay Jones Advocates for Stronger Guardrails Around Internet Safety
Joins coalition of Attorneys General in letter opposing bill that would weaken digital safety for Virginia's children
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Today, Attorney General Jay Jones joined a coalition of Attorneys General writing in opposition to the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS Act), H.R. 7757. Despite its name, the law fails to hold social media companies accountable for keeping young people safe from the provenharms of online platforms, including social media, and would undermine state laws already on the books.
"The KIDS Act is a wolf in sheep's clothing, claiming to protect young Virginians online when in reality this bill will put children's social media health in the hands of the companies that are currently attempting to skirt existing state law through their platforms," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "This bill is an attempt to step over the authority of both parents and guardians as well as the states' enforcement powers. Virginia's children deserve to be protected from unscrupulous Big Tech companies, and this office will use every legal tool available to fight for them."
The KIDS Act inadequately covers a wide swath of online policy. Its provisions allow Big Tech companies to deny responsibility for what happens on their platforms, and prioritizes their own growth and profits over the well-being of minor users. Other parts of the bill effectively eliminate critical age verification standards for covered platforms and creates glaring loopholes around AI chatbots that endanger our young people.
Research consistently demonstrates the damage and negative mental health consequences of unfettered and unregulated access to online platforms like social media by young people. Instead of creating additional opportunities for states to intervene and protect children from these harms, the KIDS Act is another attempt by the federal government to grab power and limit state authority to put children over profits.
Attorney General Jones is proud to stand with 43 other Attorneys General across the nation to oppose the KIDS Act. Joining Attorney General Jay Jones in this letter are the attorneys general of Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, North Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
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Original text here: https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/3030-attorney-general-jay-jones-advocates-for-stronger-guardrails-around-internet-safety
State Receives $4.68 Million PFAS Settlement From Tyco Fire Products LP and Chemguard Inc. for New Hampshire Public Water Systems
CONCORD, New Hampshire, May 28 -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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State Receives $4.68 Million PFAS Settlement from Tyco Fire Products, LP and Chemguard, Inc. for New Hampshire Public Water Systems
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has received a $4.68 million settlement payment from Tyco Fire Products, LP and Chemguard, Inc. as a result of the State's ongoing litigation against the manufacturers of PFAS and aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF). This latest settlement payment represents the State's
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CONCORD, New Hampshire, May 28 -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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State Receives $4.68 Million PFAS Settlement from Tyco Fire Products, LP and Chemguard, Inc. for New Hampshire Public Water Systems
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has received a $4.68 million settlement payment from Tyco Fire Products, LP and Chemguard, Inc. as a result of the State's ongoing litigation against the manufacturers of PFAS and aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF). This latest settlement payment represents the State'sPhase 1 Action Fund payment from a $750 million nationwide class action settlement approved by the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina as part of a multi-district litigation (MDL) regarding AFFF contamination. The State, through the efforts of the Department of Justice and the Department of Environmental Services, asserted claims for all eligible New Hampshire public water systems to maximize the State's share of the settlement funds.
The settlement funds will be deposited into the N.H. Drinking Water and Groundwater Trust Fund ("DWGTF") pursuant to RSA 485-H:6, where it will be disbursed to the qualifying public water systems to support mitigation of PFAS contamination in their water sources. Information for public water systems is available on the NHDES website (https://www.pfas.des.nh.gov/funding/pfas-compensation-fund-public-water-systems).
"This settlement is another step forward in our fight to hold accountable those responsible for the contamination of our drinking water and other natural resources with PFAS," said Attorney General Formella. "These settlements will directly support our public water systems, helping them address PFAS contamination in their water sources. We remain committed to holding polluters accountable and will not stop fighting to ensure that all Granite Staters have access to safe, clean drinking water."
The Tyco settlement follows settlements with the 3M Company and the DuPont entities (E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company n/k/a EIDP, Inc., DuPont de Nemours, Inc., The Chemours Company, The Chemours Company FC, LLC, and Corteva, Inc.). Together, the State has already received over $34 million, with additional 3M payments continuing annually through 2033. These settlements cover just one category of damages sought by New Hampshire, and the State will continue to seek full recovery for the damages caused by the manufacture and sale of PFAS and AFFF by the defendant companies.
New Hampshire has been a leader in identifying and addressing the emerging health threats of PFAS. New Hampshire was one of the first states to adopt drinking water standards for PFAS and filed suit in 2019 on behalf of the citizens of the State, including all public water systems, against the PFAS manufacturers.
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Original text here: https://www.doj.nh.gov/news-and-media/state-receives-468-million-pfas-settlement-tyco-fire-products-lp-and-chemguard-inc
N.J. A.G. Davenport and N.Y A.G. James Announce Investigation Into FIFA World Cup Ticket Sales
TRENTON, New Jersey, May 28 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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Attorney General Davenport and Attorney General James Announce Investigation into FIFA World Cup Ticket Sales
AGs Launched Investigation Following Reports That Fans Did Not Receive Seats as Advertised and Faced Soaring Ticket Prices
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New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced an investigation into FIFA's ticketing practices for the upcoming World Cup tournament. Recent press reports indicate that
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TRENTON, New Jersey, May 28 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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Attorney General Davenport and Attorney General James Announce Investigation into FIFA World Cup Ticket Sales
AGs Launched Investigation Following Reports That Fans Did Not Receive Seats as Advertised and Faced Soaring Ticket Prices
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New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced an investigation into FIFA's ticketing practices for the upcoming World Cup tournament. Recent press reports indicate thatfans may have been misled about the locations of the seats they were purchasing, and FIFA's public statements and ticket releases may have contributed to soaring prices. The attorneys general today sent subpoenas to FIFA seeking information about its ticketing practices and are specifically requesting details about ticketing practices for eight World Cup matches hosted in New Jersey, including the World Cup final on July 19, 2026.
"Being honest about ticket sales is not complicated. But FIFA has turned buying a ticket to the World Cup into a gauntlet of confusion, fake scarcity, and impossibly high prices - all at the expense of consumers and hardworking New Jerseyans," said Attorney General Davenport. "We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation of FIFA's conduct, and we are proud to stand together with Attorney General James in protecting our consumers. It's an honor to host the World Cup, but the event is not an invitation to exploit our residents and visitors."
"New Yorkers have been waiting years for the World Cup to come to their backyard, and they deserve a fair shot at affordable tickets," said Attorney General James. "No one should be manipulated into paying sky-high prices for seats, and fans should be able to trust that the tickets they purchase will be the ones they receive. I thank Attorney General Davenport for joining this effort to get answers from FIFA and protect our states' consumers."
The investigation will probe a range of issues that have arisen with FIFA's ticketing process. Fans have reported they were misled about where the tickets they were purchasing would be located. For its initial ticket sales, FIFA's seat maps divided stadiums into four zones named Category 1 through Category 4, with Category 1 seats in the most desirable location. Yet after many fans had already bought tickets, FIFA created new zones, Front Categories 1 through 4, made up of the most desirable seats within each Category. Tickets in these Front Categories cost significantly more. Reports indicate that fans who bought tickets before these new zones were introduced were excluded from those seats and instead assigned less-desirable seats, including seats far from the field or behind the goals.
In addition, some fans have reported that they did not receive the tickets in the Category they paid for. These fans have reported that although they selected and paid for Category 1 tickets, which were the closest areas to the field, they were assigned seats further back in Category 2 areas.
The attorneys general will also investigate FIFA's ticket prices for 2026 World Cup matches, which have far exceeded the prices for any previous World Cup tournament. FIFA has used "variable pricing" to adjust ticket prices based on demand. As FIFA released tickets in phases over the course of several months, prices for some matches skyrocketed. Press reports (https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7166874/2026/04/02/fifa-dynamic-pricing-2026-world-cup-tickets/) indicate that between October 2025 and April 2026, FIFA raised the price of tickets for more than 90 of the 104 World Cup matches, with prices for the three main ticket categories rising on average by 34%. The investigation will examine whether and how FIFA's ticket release schedule, public statements, and other conduct may have impacted these prices.
New Jerseyans who have not received the World Cup tickets they paid for are encouraged to file a complaint on the Division of Consumer Affairs website (https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/Pages/Consumer-Complaints.aspx?utm_source=chatgpt.com).
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Original text here: https://www.njoag.gov/attorney-general-davenport-and-attorney-general-james-announce-investigation-into-fifa-world-cup-ticket-sales/
Minn. Gov. Walz Signs Final Bills of Legislative Session
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 28 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Governor Walz Signs Final Bills of Legislative Session
Today, Governor Tim Walz signed fourteen bills.
HF 3489, appropriates funding for investigative staffing costs related to the student maltreatment program and establishes the criminal offense of grooming.
SF 4282, adjusts forecasted spending for the Department of Education, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, and the Metropolitan Council's special transportation service.
HF 3825, modifies
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ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 28 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
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Governor Walz Signs Final Bills of Legislative Session
Today, Governor Tim Walz signed fourteen bills.
HF 3489, appropriates funding for investigative staffing costs related to the student maltreatment program and establishes the criminal offense of grooming.
SF 4282, adjusts forecasted spending for the Department of Education, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, and the Metropolitan Council's special transportation service.
HF 3825, modifieslicensure, registration, and scope of practice requirements for several regulated health professions.
HF 4252, higher education finance and policy bill; makes technical, policy, and consumer protection updates related to higher education institutions and state financial aid programs. It invests in the Fostering Independence Grant program to support Minnesota students who were in the foster care system and expands protections and academic accommodations for pregnant and parenting students. The bill also strengthens fraud prevention measures across state financial aid programs, including the use of identity verification systems at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and provisions that may revoke eligibility for state financial aid if an individual is found to have committed fraud in any financial aid program.
HF 2433, education finance bill; funds school safety initiatives and creates a compensatory revenuehold harmless.
HF 4591,state governmentpolicy and finance bill;provides one-time funding for public television grants, establishes the Melissa and Mark Hortman Memorial State Park Working Group, updates appropriations for the Office of Inspector General and agencies interacting with the OIG, makes small funding changes to the legislature and various state boards, and establishes a grantee fraud risk rating system.
SF 334, supports statewide technology upgrades by establishing a Human Services Systems Modernization Fund and improving outdated human services technology across the state.
SF 4476,Human Services Omnibus bill; modifies provisions relating to continuity of care, long-term care facilities, health care, Department of Human Services Office of Inspector General policy, background studies, uniform services standards, aging and disability services, and electronic visit verificationto improve the management and oversight of provided services.
HF 4188, adds, modifies, and modernizes various regulatory responsibilities held by the Department of Commerce, including consumer protections, financial institutions, securities, insurance, unclaimed property, weights and measures, and lawful gambling.
HF 4492, makes technical changes to the READ Act, establishinga high school diploma for veterans unable to complete their high school education due to military service and for serving during the Korean Conflict or Vietnam War, and adds an early literacy field requirement for teacher candidates.
SF 2077, provides constitutionally dedicated funds for projects benefitting the environment, enables a phased rollout of the Department of Natural Resources' electronic licensing system, appropriates funds to the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute for legal costs, and extends unemployment insurance eligibility for miners on the Iron Range.
HF 2438, tax bill; makes various changes for federal tax conformity, includes a Sustainable Aviation Fuel tax credit, a one time Homestead Credit Refund, a 100% tax on fraud, in addition to various other taxes and credits.
HF 2484, general fund bonding bill; authorizes spending to acquire land and buildings, and makes other capital improvements.
HF 719, general obligation bonding bill; authorizes $1.2 billion in general obligation bonds for capital projects including state asset preservation, water infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, and various otherlocal and stateprojects.
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Original text here: https://mn.gov/governor/newsroom/press-releases/#/detail/appId/1/id/750937
Illinois DCFS Celebrates National #1 Ranking in Kinship Care
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 28 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 26, 2026:
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Illinois DCFS celebrates national #1 ranking in kinship care; reports progress made in KIND Act implementation
State leaders highlight new Relative Caregiver Certification program and expanded permanency pathways for youth in care
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State government leaders joined the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the ACLU of Illinois, and community partners at a press conference at the Center for Youth and Family Solutions in Springfield today to highlight
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SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 28 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 26, 2026:
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Illinois DCFS celebrates national #1 ranking in kinship care; reports progress made in KIND Act implementation
State leaders highlight new Relative Caregiver Certification program and expanded permanency pathways for youth in care
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State government leaders joined the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the ACLU of Illinois, and community partners at a press conference at the Center for Youth and Family Solutions in Springfield today to highlightsignificant accomplishments and ongoing progress in implementing the Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act, landmark legislation signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker in 2025.
As a result of this initiative and the Department's focus on ensuring timely permanency for all youth in care, Illinois has been ranked #1 in the country for kinship care by the Administration for Children and Families.
House Resolution 0905 (HR 0905), cosponsored by Assistant House Majority Leader State Representative Marcus C. Evans, Jr.; Representative Suzanne Ness, chair of the House Adoption and Child Welfare Committee; and Representative Michelle Mussman, vice-chair of the House Adoption and Child Welfare Committee, recognizes the progress Illinois DCFS has made in implementing the relative caregiver program as a result of the Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act.
The Resolution urges the Department to continue its work to expand permanency options for children and youth in care and ensure family connections are maintained when reunification is not possible. It also calls on DCFS to pursue new federal funding for kinship navigator services and continue providing training and resources for staff. The resolution also encourages the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts to provide statewide judicial education on the KIND Act and expresses support for the judiciary's efforts to fully implement the Act.
As of May 14, more than 340 youth currently live with caregivers certified under the new program, helping preserve family and community connections while improving long-term outcomes.
"Seeing a comforting face every day can make all the difference in the life of a youth in care," said Governor JB Pritzker. "Last year, I was proud to sign the landmark KIND Act into law, and I applaud the tireless efforts of DCFS to implement the Relative Caregiver Certification program as we continue to support children and families across Illinois."
A key component of the KIND Act's success is the Department's new Relative Caregiver Certification program, which provides increased financial benefits and a simplified process for relatives, such as grandparents, to become certified caregivers for related youth.
"The KIND Act is changing lives by creating a path to permanency for the 8,700 children and youth in our care who are living with relatives, and we are thankful for the support of Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois legislature as we work to reimagine the child welfare system in Illinois," said Illinois DCFS Director Heidi E. Mueller. "The Act is transforming how we support children and their families, and we remain fully committed to expanding kinship placements, expanding permanency pathways for children and youth in our care, and ensuring that our vision for every child and youth to grow and thrive in a family becomes a reality."
"Since the implementation of the KIND Act, we've seen firsthand how compassionate, community-centered policy can improve lives and strengthen trust between families and government," said Representative Marcus C. Evans, Jr. "The rollout has been thoughtful, effective, and rooted in dignity. I want to thank Governor JB Pritzker for his compassionate leadership and unwavering commitment to ensuring Illinois leads with humanity and fairness."
"The approach of the KIND ACT is simple - allow children facing the trauma of separation from their parents to stay with someone they know, someone with whom they have a relationship and someone they can trust," said Nora Collins-Mandeville, director of the Youth and Family Policy Project at the ACLU of Illinois. "It prioritizes the needs of children and families over bureaucracy and red tape. We are seeing the first signs that we can achieve better results for children facing a life-changing, traumatic moment. Under the KIND Act, we are choosing to surround that child with family members who know who and what the child loves and what they need."
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About the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS): Our vision is for every child and youth in Illinois to grow and thrive in a loving family. To achieve this goal, DCFS promotes the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families by responding to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect and providing family-centered care and connection to resources to strengthen families and keep children safely at home. Our values - family focused, integrity, respect, empathy and equity - are at the forefront of every decision we make to ensure children are safe and families have the resources they need to succeed. To make an anonymous report of suspected child abuse or neglect, visit childabuse.illinois.gov.
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Original text here: https://www.illinois.gov/news/release.html?releaseid=32553
HAWAII A.G. LOPEZ LEADS COALITION OPPOSING KIDS ACT, SUPPORTS STRONGER ONLINE PROTECTIONS FOR CHILDREN
HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 28 -- Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL LOPEZ LEADS COALITION OPPOSING KIDS ACT, SUPPORTS STRONGER ONLINE PROTECTIONS FOR CHILDREN
Attorney General Anne Lopez today announced that Hawaii and three other states are leading a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general opposing the federal Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act ("KIDS Act"), H.R. 7757, arguing the bill would weaken states' ability to protect children online while insulating Big Tech from accountability.
The coalition warned, in a letter
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HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 28 -- Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL LOPEZ LEADS COALITION OPPOSING KIDS ACT, SUPPORTS STRONGER ONLINE PROTECTIONS FOR CHILDREN
Attorney General Anne Lopez today announced that Hawaii and three other states are leading a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general opposing the federal Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act ("KIDS Act"), H.R. 7757, arguing the bill would weaken states' ability to protect children online while insulating Big Tech from accountability.
The coalition warned, in a letterto Congressional leadership, that the KIDS Act would broadly preempt state laws addressing online harms to minors, including social media harms, obscenity, social gaming platforms and artificial intelligence chatbots.
Attorney General Lopez emphasized that Congress should instead advance legislation that includes a meaningful duty of care requirement for online platforms.
"As technology continues to evolve, our responsibility to protect children online must evolve with it," said Attorney General Lopez. "States need the ability to respond quickly to emerging online threats impacting minors, whether that involves social media platforms, exploitative algorithms, artificial intelligence tools, or other digital harms. Congress should strengthen protections for children, while preserving the ability of states to enforce strong safeguards and hold online platforms accountable."
The coalition expressed support for the U.S. Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), S. 1748, which includes a key Duty of Care provision requiring online platforms to act in the best interests of minors while preserving states' authority to enforce stronger protections for children and teens.
The letter comes as attorneys general across the country continue investigations and litigation involving major social media platforms, including Meta and TikTok, over allegations that their platforms target and harm underage users.
Attorney General Lopez is co-leading this effort with the attorneys general from Connecticut, Ohio and Tennessee. They are joined by the attorneys general of Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, the Northern Mariana Islands, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
The letter is being sent to Congressional leadership, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
The letter can be found here (https://ag.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/KIDS-Act-_-FINAL.pdf).
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Original text here: https://ag.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/News-Release-2026-29.pdf
Gov. Gordon's WY We Care Initiative Launches Survivors Campaign to Elevate Suicide Prevention and Awareness
CHEYENNE, Wyoming, May 28 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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Governor Gordon's Wy We Care Initiative Launches Survivors Campaign to Elevate Suicide Prevention and Awareness
Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) has announced the launch of the WY We Care Survivors campaign. This new effort features four powerful, firsthand stories of Wyomingite suicide survivors, all with unique backgrounds-mental health advocate, mother, veteran, master electrician- determined to destigmatize mental health struggles and highlight the life-saving power of connection.
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CHEYENNE, Wyoming, May 28 -- Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on May 27, 2026:
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Governor Gordon's Wy We Care Initiative Launches Survivors Campaign to Elevate Suicide Prevention and Awareness
Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) has announced the launch of the WY We Care Survivors campaign. This new effort features four powerful, firsthand stories of Wyomingite suicide survivors, all with unique backgrounds-mental health advocate, mother, veteran, master electrician- determined to destigmatize mental health struggles and highlight the life-saving power of connection.
Leading the debut is Carrie Bollock, the reigning Mrs. Wyoming America and a dedicated mental health advocate. Through her platform, "Restored by Faith," Bollock shares her personal journey from a moment of total crisis to a life of purpose and restoration.
In a recent podcast discussion regarding the state's wellness efforts, Governor Gordon emphasized the importance of shifting the narrative around mental health.
"Why I'm so encouraged is it changes the tenor of the conversation away from, 'We shouldn't talk about this, it'll give bad ideas,' to, 'Wait just a minute. We're getting stronger, we're getting healthier, we're doing that preventative maintenance that is so key,'" said Governor Mark Gordon.
In her featured narrative, Bollock recounts a pivotal chapter of her life that began in an emergency room and led to a mental health ward. She describes the profound impact of seeing her community--from her parents and friends to local first responders--step in to provide a lifeline.
"I stand where I stand today as living proof that restoration is real," said Carrie Bollock. "Every single person God placed on that path was a thread pulling me into restoration through connection, where I would soon realize purpose in life. Even when life shatters us, God can rebuild what was broken and reveal purpose through every struggle. But it takes all of us to speak up, to show up, to be there for one another."
Bollock, host of Wellness Wednesdays on 102.7 The PEAK, emphasizes that mental wellness is an ongoing journey rather than a final destination.
"Healing and restoration is something we live every single day, one choice, one conversation, one reached out hand at a time, and strength is not silence. Strength is connection. If you take one thing from my story, let it be this: You are seen. You are valued. You are worth fighting for."
The WY We Care Survivors campaign encourages residents to check in on neighbors, friends, and themselves. It serves as a central pillar of the Governor's broader WY We Care initiative, which aims to streamline resources and foster a culture of wellness across the state.
The Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police (WASCOP) is also partnering in the WY We Care Survivors Campaign, by supporting the power in talking through what can sometimes be tough situations and conversations.
To further support these goals, the initiative highlights available training which offer evidence-based tools for residents to recognize risk and support safety. These community-driven sessions are free for Wyoming residents and have been featured in Wyoming Public Media'scoverage of statewide wellness efforts.
Info and Registration for FREE online and in-person trainings
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Please reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 to connect with free, confidential support 24/7. Hope, help, and healing are within reach.
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Original text here: https://governor.wyo.gov/news-releases/governor-gordon-s-wy-we-care-initiative-launches-survivors-campaign-to-elevate-suicide-prevention-and-awareness
