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Texas Gov. Abbott Appoints John Scott As Interim Attorney General Of Texas
AUSTIN, Texas, June 1 (TNSper) -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release on May 31, 2023:

Governor Greg Abbott today appointed John Scott as the short-term interim Attorney General of Texas, under Article 15, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution.

"John Scott has the background and experience needed to step in as a short-term interim Attorney General during the time the Attorney General has been suspended from duty," said Governor Abbott. "He served under me in the Texas Attorney General's Office and knows how the Office of the Attorney General operates. Scott was the Deputy ... Show Full Article

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice of Suspension Involving Liberty Utilities
ALBANY, New York, June 1 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice of suspension (Case No. 23-W-0235) on May 31, 2023:

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TO: Liberty Utilities (New York Water) Corp.

FROM: Secretary to the Commission

SUBJECT: Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of Liberty Utilities (New York Water) Corp. for Water Service.

RECOMMENDATION: Initial Suspension of the Effective Date of the Major Rate Change and Initiation of a Proceeding.

On May 4, 2023, Liberty Utilities (New York Water) Corp. (Liberty NYW or the Company) ... Show Full Article

Mo. House: Twelve Year Push Gets Increased Penalties for 'celebratory Gunfire' to Governor's Desk for First Time
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, June 1 -- The Missouri House issued the following news:

Nearly 12 years after the tragic death of an 11 year-old Independence girl, the Missouri legislature has voted for a bill bearing her name. "Blair's Law" would increase the penalty for recklessly firing guns into the air and, backers hope, raise awareness about how dangerous that practice is.

The House had voted in two previous years to pass Blair's law and this year the Senate concurred, sending it for the first time to the governor's desk. The proposal was added to Senate Bill 189, which was passed out of the ... Show Full Article

Ky. PSC Issues Order Involving Hardin County Water District No. 1
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, June 1 -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. xx):

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In the Matter of: Electronic Application Of Hardin County Water District No. 1 For Transfer And Acquisition

COMMISSION STAFF'S FIRST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION TO HARDIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT NO. 1 AND CITY OF WESTPOINT

Hardin County Water District No. 1 (Hardin District No. 1) and the city of Westpoint (Westpoint) (collectively, Joint Applicants), pursuant to 807 KAR 5:001E, shall file with the Commission an electronic version of the following information. The information requested ... Show Full Article

Iowa Gov. Reynolds Announces $5M Investment to Help Boost Food Bank Capacity
DES MOINES, Iowa, June 1 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release on May 31, 2023:

Gov. Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority announced a $5 million investment in food banks and food pantry networks to help more Iowans in need get access to fresh, nutritious food.

"Access to fresh foods is a challenge for those facing food insecurity and soaring inflation has made it even harder," said Gov. Reynolds. "Iowa is making long-term investments to reduce food insecurity in our communities - supporting food banks and their networks to better serve those in need. ... Show Full Article

Ill. State Rep. Hernandez Issues Statement Following End of House Spring Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 1 -- Illinois State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, issued the following statement on May 31, 2023, after the end of the state House's spring legislative session:

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"As we close out the spring session of the Illinois legislature, I can tally up many victories for Aurora. Hardly the least of those successes is the most recent state budget, which supports our schools and our teachers with substantial funding increases; fights poverty using affordable housing and urban grocery initiatives; promotes economic development with expanded workforce development programs; ... Show Full Article

Ill. State Rep. Buckner Issues Statement Following End of House Spring Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 1 -- Illinois State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, issued the following statement on May 31, 2023, after the end of the state House's spring legislative session:

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"The past several months have seen major legislative victories that will help build a better future for our community. Illinois' balanced budget will fund significant childcare expansions and bring millions of dollars to historically excluded communities so we can make healthcare more accessible, end food deserts, and create opportunities for our youth.

"In addition to the budget, I was proud to stand ... Show Full Article