West Virginia Bill Would Make Gold and Silver Legal Tender

Under the proposed law, gold and silver coins issued by the federal government would be deemed legal tender in this state, as was always required by the Constitution.

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New Hampshire Bills Would Legalize Marijuana, Ban Enforcement of Federal Prohibition

A bill introduced in the New Hampshire House would legalize the adult use of marijuana, and ban the state from participating in the enforcement of federal prohibition on the same.

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New York Bill Would End Civil Asset Forfeiture and Opt State Out of Federal Forfeiture Program

The legislation would replace the state’s civil asset forfeiture process with a criminal process - and opt out of much of the federal program as well.

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Franklin’s Finest Phrases

Benjamin Franklin, born on January 17, 1706, was a renowned figure known as "the First American" for his many contributions and accomplishments in various fields. He is widely remembered for his witty and wise quotes, but his legacy also includes insights on government, power, peace, and liberty.

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New Hampshire Bill Would Limit Warrantless Collection of Personal Information

The legislation would prohibit any state or local government entity from "acquiring, collecting, retaining, or using any personal information of any individual residing in New Hampshire from any third-party provider without a warrant" in many situations.

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Washington Bill Would Legalize Psilocybin Despite Federal Prohibition

The legislation would amend existing state law by allowing the use of psilocybin for adults over the age of 21. The bill would establish an advisory board for the purposes of a 2-year program development period, ultimately leading to the licensing and regulation of psilocybin manufacturing and sales.

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Connecticut Bill Would Legalize “Magic Mushrooms” Despite Federal Prohibition

The legislation would amend existing state law by allowing the use of psilocybin for medicinal and therapeutic purposes, including, but not limited to, the provision of physical, mental, or behavioral health care.

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New York Bill Would Place Some Limits on the Use of Facial Recognition

While the passage of A519 would not end law enforcement’s use of facial recognition in New York, it would place limits on the technology.

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New Hampshire Bill Would Take on Federal Gun Control; Past, Present, and Future

Titled "Protection of Natural Right to Property and Self-defense," the legislation would ban any entity or person, including any public officer or employee of the state and its political subdivisions, from enforcing any past, present or future federal acts, laws, executive orders, administrative orders, court orders, rules, regulations, statutes, or ordinances that infringe on the right to keep and bear arms.

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