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Montana's new House Bill 254 is igniting a fierce debate over business licensing, demanding not just financial responsibility but also a clean moral slate—could this reshape the future for entrepreneurs and those with past convictions?

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Montana Legislature mandates criminal background checks for license applicants
Montana requires criminal background checks and proof of financial responsibility for license applicants.
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April 1, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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October 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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October 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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"Dirty Deeds of the Douches of DOGE #8." Discover how the layoffs by President Musk and DOGE will negatively impact us with a reduction in Business Accountability, making us more susceptible to schemes and fraud.

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March 18, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Georgia's House Bill 671 aims to protect minors from sexually explicit conduct, sparking intense debate about child safety versus personal freedoms.

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Georgia House Committee proposes HB 671 to combat sexual conduct involving minors
House Committee amends tort provisions to address minors in sexually explicit conduct.
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March 6, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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Sen. Tina Orwell is pushing for a bold new bill aimed at holding businesses accountable in the fight against human trafficking in South King County.

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Sen. Tina Orwell urges Federal Way support for bill to hold businesses accountable in trafficking cases
Sen. Tina Orwell briefed the council on SB 5936, which would let survivors keep identifying information sealed and add civil/penal exposure for businesses that knowingly facilitate trafficking. She urged the city to add the policy objective to its legislative agenda and partner on survivor supports.
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September 18, 2026 at 9:48 AM
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HVACR distributors are raising alarms over a proposed CEC rule that could expose sensitive customer data, advocating for a third-party solution instead.

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HVACR distributors tell CSLB they oppose direct CEC reporting of customer lists, propose third‑party clearinghouse
A distributor trade representative asked the CSLB to reconsider support for a California Energy Commission rule that would require distributors to report contractor and sales data to the CEC, arguing it would expose confidential business information and suggesting a third‑party anonymizing clearinghouse.
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August 8, 2026 at 2:25 AM
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The Florida Senate is taking bold steps to protect businesses from liability in the face of cyber threats, but will this new bill truly hold local governments accountable?

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Senate committee advances cybersecurity bill that creates liability presumption for compliant entities
The Senate Governmental Oversight and Accountability Committee advanced SB 692 after adopting an amendment that prevents local governments from imposing higher vendor cybersecurity standards than the state and creates a presumption against liability for entities that follow the state-aligned frameworks.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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Florida's House Bill 991 could revolutionize the employee leasing landscape by enforcing stricter licensing standards, but will it stifle competition and job opportunities?

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Florida House amends licensing rules for employee leasing companies
Florida House updates license application requirements for employee leasing entities.
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April 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Florida's House Bill 991 could redefine the business landscape by enforcing strict financial responsibility criteria for certification applicants, igniting a fierce debate over its impact on small businesses and economic growth.

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Florida House outlines financial responsibility rules for certification applicants
Florida House establishes criteria for financial responsibility in certification applications.
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April 30, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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A Daytona Beach business owner is demanding answers after investing $70,000 in security only to find unlicensed guards absent during critical moments.

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Security company under scrutiny for unlicensed guards and inadequate patrols at local store
Security company faces scrutiny for unlicensed guards and inadequate response to trespassing incidents.
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January 17, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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A local business owner faces a critical moment as the Public Safety Committee deliberates on the fate of his license due to violations involving underage alcohol sales.

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Supermodel owner Singh faces public safety committee over underage alcohol sale violations
Business owner accepts responsibility for two incidents leading to committee hearing on violations
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February 4, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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Washington State Senate has passed a controversial bill that could retroactively tax insurance affiliates back to 2019, sparking fierce debate over fairness and compliance!

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Senate approves tax clarification for insurers despite objections over retroactive charges
Lawmakers passed Engrossed House Bill 2487 to clarify taxation of insurers and their affiliates; opponents argued the bill would retroactively tax affiliates back to 2019 and unfairly penalize businesses that followed prior law.
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March 12, 2026 at 9:09 AM
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A new industry-led tourism assessment bill in Washington could generate over $25 million for statewide marketing, but some fear it may burden small businesses with new taxes.

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Industry-led tourism assessment bill draws broad industry support, limited opposition at committee hearing
Supporters told the Technology, Economic Development and Veterans Committee HB 2,325 would enable industry-funded statewide tourism marketing and could generate roughly $25 million annually; opponents warned it could burden small businesses and create unelected taxing authorities.
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January 31, 2026 at 5:36 AM
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Washington State's Senate Bill 5815 could reshape the timber industry and impose new taxes on major businesses—are you ready for the changes ahead?

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Washington State updates tax regulations on timber and publishing industries
New tax rules implemented for timber products and newspaper businesses in Washington State.
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April 17, 2025 at 5:36 AM
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Ohio's House Bill 288 is set to revolutionize the construction industry by ensuring that lower tier subcontractors and material suppliers receive prompt payments after invoices are submitted!

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Ohio House Bill 288 mandates timely payments for lower tier subcontractors and suppliers
House Bill 288 requires prompt payments to lower tier subcontractors and material suppliers after invoice submission.
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May 21, 2025 at 4:16 AM
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Ohio's Senate Bill 146 could redefine corporate liability and spark fierce debates about protecting both entrepreneurs and consumers—what's at stake for the future of business in the Buckeye State?

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Ohio Trust Bill clarifies liability for piercing corporate veil
Bill establishes conditions for liability in cases of corporate veil piercing in Ohio
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March 14, 2025 at 7:46 AM
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Missouri's House Bill 627 could change the game for businesses handling hazardous materials, but will it truly safeguard public health or burden small employers?

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Missouri employers face new fees for hazardous substance reporting and distribution
Employers must pay fees for reporting hazardous substances and distributing Tier II reports.
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April 30, 2025 at 7:32 AM
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Missouri's new House Bill 682 promises to reshape the state's economy by enforcing strict reporting on tax credits for businesses—will this be the boost local communities need or a setup for misuse?

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Missouri businesses face reporting requirements under new tax credit regulations
Businesses in Missouri must report on economic impacts and tax credit allocations to retain status
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March 27, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Missouri's new House Bill 125 could redefine how LLCs are dissolved, tackling fraud and promoting accountability in the business landscape.

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Missouri House bill targets involuntary dissolution of limited liability companies
Representative Veit introduces legislation to enable court-ordered dissolution of LLCs.
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February 20, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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Minnesota is taking a bold step against business fraud with the introduction of the Business Filing Fraud Prevention Act, aiming to protect legitimate companies from the rising tide of fraudulent filings.

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Minnesota Legislature introduces Business Filing Fraud Prevention Act
Minnesota's new act targets fraudulent business filings, enhancing state oversight and process.
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March 28, 2025 at 6:09 AM
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Minnesota lawmakers are racing against time to protect small businesses and family farms from a controversial data privacy amendment that could expose their identities and jeopardize their livelihoods.

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Legislature debates data transparency impact on small farmers and businesses
Concerns grow over amendments restricting complaint confidentiality for small businesses and farmers
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February 14, 2025 at 6:53 AM
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Oklahoma's Tax Commission is cracking down on businesses, threatening closure for those who ignore multiple tax delinquency notices!

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Tax Commission warns businesses of closure for third tax delinquency notice
Tax Commission announces closure for businesses with repeated tax delinquency notifications
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April 30, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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Oklahoma's Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill that mandates transparency in litigation funding, protecting against foreign influence and ensuring fair legal practices.

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Oklahoma Senate approves Senate Bill 625 requiring disclosures for litigation funding
Senate Bill 625 passes to enforce disclosures on commercial litigation funding agreements.
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March 25, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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A controversial new bill in Oklahoma aims to amend protections for free speech, raising critical questions about the balance between business accountability and citizens' rights.

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Oklahoma Legislature amends Citizens Participation Act to exclude certain legal actions
Oklahoma lawmakers revise the Citizens Participation Act to exempt specific legal proceedings
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March 6, 2025 at 2:05 PM