14 Sep

There were 41 ballot measures certified in eight states for the 2023 elections, the highest since 2007.  Some significant measures included Ohio voters to decide on abortion rights and marijuana legalization. Nebraska's veto referendum sought the repeal of legislation allowing tax credits for private school scholarships. California Governor Newsom signed AB 421, changing the language of veto referendums, replacing 'Yes'...

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13 Sep

Top nonprofit tax law scholars responded to a Request for Information from the Ways and Means Committee, emphasizing the importance of tax-exempt organizations' voice in society and democracy. They clarified that laws don't forbid all political activity by these organizations. They suggested that 501(c)(3) organizations should lawfully engage in nonpartisan voter education and activities. They urged Congress to lift restrictions...

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13 Sep

Concerns rise over potential misuse of foreign donations to U.S. charities for political activities amid 2024 presidential debates. House Ways and Means Committee members probe into nonprofits' funding sources during August recess. Despite recent abuse cases, lawmakers warned against discouraging charitable donations. Charitable sector's significant role in addressing societal issues highlighted. Nonprofits play crucial role in policy advocacy, acting as...

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13 Sep

Institute for Free Speech supports FEC's Agenda Document 23-21-A, ensuring respect for First Amendment rights in political activity investigations. FEC investigations, unlike others, regulate core constitutionally protected activity. The proposal ensures investigations don't cramp "breathing space" necessary for First Amendment freedoms. The proposal vests investigation direction authority in Presidentially appointed, Senate-confirmed Commission members, as required by the Federal Election Campaign...

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13 Sep

Sen. Mitt Romney won't seek a second Senate term, citing time for new generation to lead. He says he believes a second term would be less productive due to House Republicans' disarray and lack of confidence in Biden and Trump's leadership. Romney, a Trump critic, was the only Republican to vote to convict Trump in both impeachment trials. Despite speculation...

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12 Sep

John Eastman, ex-Chapman University law school dean and Trump advisor, faces California Bar trial for alleged ethics violations linked to false election fraud claims. Eastman's first witness, former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice Michael Gableman, led a controversial, taxpayer-funded election investigation yielding no fraud proof. Gableman's report focused on grant money from the Center for Tech and Civic Life (CTCL), funded...

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11 Sep

Biden extends 2018 national emergency order, citing foreign interference threat in US elections. Despite no evidence of foreign powers altering election outcomes, they historically exploit US's open political system. Digital proliferation heightens vulnerabilities, intensifies interference threat. Unauthorized election infrastructure access, covert propaganda distribution pose unusual, extraordinary national security, foreign policy threats. Source: Federal Technology News, Research & Events...

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11 Sep

State election officers resist involvement in potential challenges to Trump's 2024 eligibility. They cite role boundaries and voter choice. The 14th Amendment's insurrection clause is the contention point. Some argue it disqualifies Trump. New Hampshire, Arizona, Michigan, Colorado secretaries face legal challenges regarding Trump's eligibility. Most officers avoid commenting on the clause's applicability. Georgia's Secretary criticizes challenges as ballot box...

05:00 / 2024 / Created / Election Law
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11 Sep

"California's AB 969 legislation mandates state-approved machines for ballot counting, in response to Shasta County's right-wing supervisors' attempt to hand-count future elections. The bill, awaiting the governor's signature, bans hand-counting in elections with over 1,000 registered voters, or 5,000 for special elections, except in emergencies. Shasta County's conservative board had cancelled its contract with Dominion Voting Systems to hand-count ballots,...

05:00 / 2024 / Created / Election Law
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