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Florida Advances Bill to Shield Businesses from COVID-19 Lawsuits

Florida businesses would be protected from coronavirus lawsuits if they made a good effort to follow state-issued guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 under a proposal approved Monday at its first Senate committee stop. While Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis …

Hawaii Passes Immunity Bill for Injuries That Occur on Public Land

A key state House committee advanced a bill Thursday evening that limit’s the state’s liability on public lands, relieving outdoor enthusiasts worried that litigation fears could lead to parks being shut down. The House Finance committee passed a bill (SB …

New York Near Deal to Combat Cyber Bullies

New York could announce as early as this week a legislative deal to crack down on cyber bullying in schools and through social media, according to a state official closed to the private negotiations. The official told The Associated Press …