Founding Tenther: John Hancock

Born Jan 23, 1737 - John Hancock was one of the most influential and important Revolutionaries, from the Stamp and Townshend Acts, through the Boston Massacre and the War for Independence. But he was also one of the leading advocates of what became the 10th Amendment.

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Missouri Bill Would Partially Opt State Out of Federal Asset Forfeiture Program

The proposed law would prohibit Missouri law enforcement agencies or prosecutors from entering into agreements to transfer seized property to a federal agency by way of adoption for the purpose of the property’s forfeiture under federal law.

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Iowa Bill Would Legalize Marijuana, Ban Enforcement of Federal Prohibition

Significantly, SF73 would also restrict local and state law enforcement from enforcing federal law related to cannabis as well as providing any information or logistical support to any federal law enforcement authority.

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West Virginia Bill Would Ban State Enforcement of Federal Regulations on Natural Resources

CHARLESTON, W. Va. (Jan. 20, 2023) – A bill introduced in the West Virginia Senate would ban state cooperation with the enforcement of some federal regulations on natural resources in the state. The passage of this bill would set the stage to nullify these regulations in practice and effect. Sen. Patrick Martin (R) and Sen. […]

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Mississippi Bill Would Expand Raw Milk Sales in the State

Provisions in the bill would legalize the sale of raw cow and goat milk and products made from them on the farm direct to the consumer and at farmer's markets. Sellers would be required to clearly mark such products with a warning label.

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West Virginia Bills Would Expand Medical Marijuana Program Despite Federal Prohibition

The legislation would create a commercial incubator permit program. Language in the bill notes that the state medicinal cannabis program has "nullified" federal prohibition on medical marijuana.

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Wyoming Bill Would Set Foundation to End Unconstitutional National Guard Deployments

Titled the Defend the Guard Act, the legislation would prohibit the governor from releasing any unit or member of the Wyoming National Guard into “active duty combat” unless specific constitutional requirements are met

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New York Bill Would Ban Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Surveillance

The legislation would prohibit any police agency or police officer from acquiring, possessing, accessing, installing, activating, or using any "biometric surveillance system" including facial recognition. It would also bar the use of any biometric information or surveillance information derived from the use of a biometric surveillance system by any other entity. Provisions in the bill would also allow for individuals to seek damages for the violation of the law.

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