CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Jan. 23, 2018) – A West Virginia bill would legalize the recreational use of marijuana. Passage of the bill would take another step toward nullifying federal cannabis prohibition in effect in the state. House Bill 3035 (HB3035) was introduced by Del. Sean Hornbuckle (D-Cabell) on Jan. 10. The legislation would allow adults 21…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 23, 2018) – A bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate would allow customers to opt out of installing “smart meter” technology on their homes and businesses without penalty. Passage of this bill would enable Tennesseans to protect their own privacy, and it would take a step toward blocking a federal program in effect.…
PHOENIX, Ariz. (Jan. 23, 2018) – An Arizona bill that would take another step toward establishing gold and silver as money passed its first committee hurdle last week. Passage into law would help undermine the Federal Reserve’s monopoly on money. Rep. Mark Finchem (R-Tucson) introduced House Bill 2013 (HB2013) on Jan. 9. The legislation would…
In this week’s episode of Tenther Tuesday, Michael Boldin and Mike Maharrey talk about state bills to nullify the NSA, warrantless stingray spying, license plate tracking and drone surveillance.
Born January 23, 1737, Hancock was a prominent figure in the events that led up to the American Revolution - and to the ratification of the Constitution.
MONTPELIER, Vt. (Jan. 22, 2018) – Today, Vermont Gov. Phil Scott signed a bill that allows the recreational use of marijuana. Just weeks after Attorney General Jeff Sessions threatened to ramp up federal marijuana prohibition enforcement, passage represents a stinging rebuke from the state of Vermont. House Bill 511 (H.511) allows adults 21 or older to possess up…
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Jan. 22, 2018) – A so-called “Constitutional Carry” bill introduced in the Indiana legislature would make it legal for most Indianans to carry a firearm without a license, and foster an environment hostile to federal gun control. Rep. Timothy Wesco (R-21) introduced House Bill 1424 (HB1424) January 16. The legislation would allow persons 21…
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Jan. 22, 2018) – A bill introduced in the Illinois Senate would set the stage to legalize recreational marijuana during the 2018 mid-term elections in November. Sen. William Cunningham (D-Chicago) introduced Senate Bill 2275 (SB2275) on Jan. 10. The legislation would authorize a ballot referendum for the 2018 elections to give the voters…
Even among those committed to liberty, we sometimes see people falling to the temptation to use the federal government advance their cause.