News Tipoffs - Nevada Editors
AG Brown challenges unlawful conditions on federal counterterrorism funding
OLYMPIA, Washington, July 23 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release:
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AG Brown challenges unlawful conditions on federal counterterrorism funding
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are imposing unlawful conditions on federal funds to coerce states into complying with the federal administration's political agenda, Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition argued in a l
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AG Campbell Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions On Federal Counterterrorism Funding
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 23 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release:
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AG Campbell Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions On Federal Counterterrorism Funding
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Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of 26 states to stop the Trump Administration's continued efforts to use federal funds-specifically, billions of dollars in federal counterterrorism and other funds-to coerce states into com
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AG Nessel Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration Rule That Weakens Regulation of Highly Potent Greenhouse Gas
LANSING, Michigan, July 23 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration Rule That Weakens Regulation of Highly Potent Greenhouse Gas
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LANSING -Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a multistate coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit (PDF) against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), challenging its rule that would weaken regulations designed to phase out the use of hyd
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces $29.6 Million Settlement With Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 25 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces $29.6 Million Settlement with Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
Attorney General Mayes today joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in a widespread, long-running conspiracy to artific
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 25 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
Attorney General Kris Mayes joined a coalition of 26 states to stop the Trump administration's continued efforts to use federal funds--specifically, billions of dollars in federal counterterrorism and other funds--to coerce states into complying with the administration
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Attorney General Clark Alerts Vermonters to Potential Restitution In $29.6 Million Glenmark Generic Drug Settlement
MONTPELIER, Vermont, July 23 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release:
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Attorney General Clark Alerts Vermonters to Potential Restitution In $29.6 Million Glenmark Generic Drug Settlement
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Co nsumers Who Purchased Certain Generic Prescription Drugs Between May 2009 and December 2019 May Qualify for Settlement Money
Attorney General Charity Clark recently joined a coalition of 48 states and territories in announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Gl
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Attorney General Clark Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
MONTPELIER, Vermont, July 23 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release:
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Attorney General Clark Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
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Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 26 states to stop the Trump Administration's continued efforts to use federal funds-specifically, billions of dollars in federal counterterrorism and other funds-to coerce states into complying with the Administration'
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Attorney General Ford Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
CARSON CITY, Nevada, July 23 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ford Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
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Carson City, NV -Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced he has filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration's continued efforts to use federal funds -specifically, billions of dollars in federal counterterrorism and other funds -to coerce states into complying with
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Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Historic Legal Victory Forcing Discord to Protect Texas Children from Online Predators
AUSTIN, Texas, July 24 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Historic Legal Victory Forcing Discord to Protect Texas Children from Online Predators
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Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a landmark Agreed Temporary Injunction ("TI") against Discord that requires the tech company to give Texas children the same age-assurance and default safety protections it already provides to its users in the United Kingdom. Discord
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Attorney General Tong Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
HARTFORD, Connecticut, July 23 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Tong Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding
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Attorney General Tong Previously Won Two Lawsuits Against Trump Administration to Protect Same Funding
(Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 26 states to stop the Trump administration's continued efforts to use federal fund
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CFP Board Promotes Public Trust With 14 Actions
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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CFP Board Promotes Public Trust With 14 Actions
Upholding Ethical Standards in a Thriving Network of Over 109,000 CFP(R) Professionals
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Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board), a nonprofit organization with more than 109,000 CFP(R) professionals, today announced actions taken to uphold its ethical standards, imposing sanctions on fourt
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Cortez Masto, Blackburn Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Crack Down on Scammers Stealing Taxpayer Data
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto, Blackburn Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Crack Down on Scammers Stealing Taxpayer Data
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) introduced the Strengthening EFIN Confirmation for User Reliability and Electronic (SECURE) Tax Filing Act to help the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) crack down on scammers who are stealing
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Cortez Masto, Murray Introduce Legislation to Expand Food Assistance for Tribal Households in Nevada and Across the Country
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto, Murray Introduce Legislation to Expand Food Assistance for Tribal Households in Nevada and Across the Country
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Tribal communities suffer disproportionately from food insecurity; new legislation would dramatically increase nutrition assistance for individuals eligible for both SNAP and the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senat
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Democratic Governors Association: "C'MON MAN" - Joe Lombardo's Disastrous Past Two Weeks on the Campaign Trail
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on July 24, 2026:
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"C'MON MAN": Joe Lombardo's Disastrous Past Two Weeks on the Campaign Trail
The last two weeks have only underscored that Joe Lombardo is the most vulnerable governor running for reelection in 2026. A poll dropped showing Lombardo tied with his Democratic opponent, Attorney General Aaron Ford, despite Republicans already dropping tens of millions into the race. Lombardo also doubled d
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EPA Announces Availability of Environmental Impact Statements
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced availability of environmental impact statements received between July 13 and July 20, 2026, covering projects in Nevada, Louisiana and Texas.
Review and comment deadlines apply to transmission, highway and offshore port proposals. The notice also revises review periods for two Louisiana projects. Nancy Abrams, Deputy Director, Federal Activities Division, signed the notice.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Offic
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FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Interconnected VoIP Numbering Authorization Application Filed by ActionVox Pursuant to Sec. 52.15(g)(3) of Commission's Rules
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (WC Docket No. 25-203):
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By this Public Notice, the Wireline Competition Bureau seeks comment from interested parties on a Numbering Authorization Application (Application) filed by ActionVox, Inc. (ActionVox or Applicant), an interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) provider, pursuant to section 52.15(g)(3) of the Federal Communications Commission's rule
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Gov. Pillen is Part of Virtual Panel on Transportation Emergency Response
LINCOLN, Nebraska, July 23 -- Gov. Jim Pillen, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Pillen is Part of Virtual Panel on Transportation Emergency Response
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CONTACT:
Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495
LINCOLN, NE - When an emergency strikes impacting Nebraska roadways, the Department of Transportation is a frontline tactical force. Speaking as part of a panel during the Western Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (WASHTO) Conference, Governor Jim Pillen h
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ISABEL DAVIS APPOINTED AS DIRECTOR OF BFI NATIONAL LOTTERY FILMMAKING FUNDS
LONDON, England, July 24 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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ISABEL DAVIS APPOINTED AS DIRECTOR OF BFI NATIONAL LOTTERY FILMMAKING FUNDS
* Managing the c.pound sterling20million a year BFI Filmmaking Funds, Isabel will also spearhead the BFI's strategic leadership work to support the UK independent filmmakers
* Joining from Screen Scotland, where she was Executive Director, Isabel takes up the role on a 5-year fixed term contract starting i
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Joe Lombardo Faces Ethics Complaint for "Now-Famous" Police Body Cam Footage, Abusing His Power
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, July 23 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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Joe Lombardo Faces Ethics Complaint for "Now-Famous" Police Body Cam Footage, Abusing His Power
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After Joe Lombardo was caught name dropping his way out of a ticket, a Reno resident filed an ethics complaint against the governor for using his position of power to get special treatment. Interrupting a police officer trying to do his job, Lombardo clearly thinks there's a different set of rules
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Las Vegas Teamsters at Vestis Authorize Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices
WASHINGTON, July 23 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Las Vegas Teamsters at Vestis Authorize Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices
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Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215) 510-3735 Email: MDrumm@teamster.org
(LAS VEGAS) - Workers at Vestis' Las Vegas facility have voted unanimously to authorize an unfair labor practice strike if the company fails to end its illegal behaviors and hold local management accountable for the
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Leading businesses call on states to tackle energy affordability with clean solutions
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 23 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Ceres, a non-profit organization that is mobilizing companies and investors to take stronger action on climate change, water scarcity and global sustainability challenges, posted the following news release:
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Leading businesses call on states to tackle energy affordability with clean solutions
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More than two dozen major companies and business advocacy organizations today called on states to enact bipartisan policies to address ener
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Lujan, Neguse Introduce Legislation to Safeguard Local Input on Public Lands Oil and Gas Leases
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Neguse Introduce Legislation to Safeguard Local Input on Public Lands Oil and Gas Leases
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Joe Neguse (D-Colo.) introduced the Local Input Act. This bicameral bill seeks to protect the right of local communities to provide input into proposed oil and gas lease sales on national public lands and would res
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NRCC: Crooked Susie Lee Hit the Jackpot While Nevada Workers Got Screwed
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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Crooked Susie Lee Hit the Jackpot While Nevada Workers Got Screwed
A new report reveals crooked Susie Lee's trust unloaded Nevada casino stocks while Southern Nevada hospitality workers lost jobs, hours and tips.
Lee's trust sold up to $1 million in Full House Resorts stock just weeks before the company's shares cratered 25 percent, potentially avoiding $300,000 in losses. Full House Resor
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Rep. Owens Introduces PATH Act to Level Playing Field on Transit Funding
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Burgess Owens, R-Utah, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Rep Owens Introduces PATH Act to Level Playing Field on Transit Funding
Today, Reps. Burgess Owens (R-UT-04), Mike Kennedy (R-UT-03), Dina Titus (D-NV-01), and Greg Stanton (D-AZ-04) introduced the Promoting Access to Transit in High-Growth Communities Act (PATH Act), bipartisan legislation that would reform the federal formula used to award major transit construction grants so that fa
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Rep. Tlaib Introduces a Bill to Ban AI Data Centers on Federal Lands
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Rep. Tlaib introduces a bill to ban AI data centers on federal lands
Today, U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) introduced the No AI Data Centers on Federal Lands Act, a new bill that permanently bans large AI data centers and associated infrastructure on land owned or managed by the U.S., including military bases. The bill also requires the removal of existing qualifying AI data cente
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Rosen Joins Senate Colleagues in Pressing Hegseth on Inaccurate Reporting About Servicemember Casualties and Injuries from War in Iran
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Rosen Joins Senate Colleagues in Pressing Hegseth on Inaccurate Reporting About Servicemember Casualties and Injuries from War in Iran
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This Letter Comes At A Time When New Reporting Also Shows Donald Trump Wants To Remove Servicemembers Killed During Ceasefire From Official War Casualty Count
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined her Democratic colleagues on the Senate Armed Serv
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Va. A.G. Jones Files Amicus Brief Supporting Continued Access to Mifepristone as Case Returns to Fifth Circuit
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 25 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on July 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Jay Jones Files Amicus Brief Supporting Continued Access to Mifepristone as Case Returns to Fifth Circuit
Attorney General Jay Jones joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of the manufacturers of mifepristone in Louisiana v. FDA. In the amicus brief, the coalition urges the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Cir
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