Tubman on the $20 Bill: Chalk One Up for the Nullifiers
Jackson, the quintessential anti-nullifier will be replaced by one of the most prolific nullifiers in American history.
Pragmatic George and the Constitution
Poor Pragmatic George. He thinks politicians should do whatever they want as long as they believe the are “doing what they think is right!” The heck with that pesky Constitution! Maybe it’s just me, but I’m not so sure trusting the moral compass of elected officials is the best strategy.
States Take on Federal Asset Forfeiture Program
Last month we reported that the Feds restarted a program that helps local police get around state restrictions on asset forfeiture. Today, some states have taken steps to close this massive federal loophole.
Louisiana House Committee Passes Bill to Limit Stingray Use; Hinder Federal Surveillance Program
BATON ROUGE, La. (April 22, 2016) – This week, a Louisiana House committee unanimously passed a bill that would require a court order for the use of “stingrays” to track the location of phones and sweep up electronic communications. Passage of the bill would not only protect privacy in the state, but would also hinder…
Arizona Senate Kills Bill Setting Stage to Reject Federal Acts in Strange Series of Votes
PHOENIX, Ariz. (April 22, 2016) – The Arizona Senate killed a bill that would have set the stage for the state to refuse cooperation with federal acts after a bizarre series of parliamentary moves this month. Rep. Bob Thorpe and a coalition of 12 sponsors and cosponsors introduced House Bill 2201 (HB2201) earlier this year.…
New Hampshire Senate Committee Passes Bill Taking on Drone Spying; Would Also Hinder Some Federal Surveillance
CONCORD, N.H. (April 22, 2016) – on Wednesday, a New Hampshire Senate committee passed a bill that would restrict the warrantless or weaponized use of drones by state and local law enforcement. The legislation would not only establish important privacy protections at the state level, they would also help thwart the federal surveillance state. Rep.…
Alabama House Committee Passes Bill Eliminating Government Marriage Licensing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Apr. 21, 2016) – On Wednesday, an important House committee passed a bill that would abolish marriage licenses in Alabama and effectively nullify both sides of the contentious debate on same-sex marriage. If passed into law, the bill would essentially remove the state from the business of marriage. Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Bay Minette) introduced…
Virginia House Rejects Governor’s Proposed Amendments to Bill Expanding Health Freedom
RICHMOND, Va. (April 21, 2016) – The Virginia legislature rejected the Gov. Terry McAuliffe’s proposed amendment to a bill that would help facilitate healthcare freedom and set the foundation to nullify Obamacare, sending it back to his desk for his final consideration. Rep. R. Steven Landes introduced House Bill 685 (HB685). The legislation specifies that direct primary care…
Tennessee Legislature Unanimously Approves Resolution in Support of Creating Bullion Depository
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 20, 2016) – Today, the Tennessee Senate unanimously gave final approval to a resolution setting the stage for creation of state bullion depository, an important first step toward establishing gold and silver as money in the state. Rep. Bud Hulsey (R-Kingsport) introduced House Joint Resolution 516 (HJR516) in January. The resolution declares support for creation of a…
Rhode Island Bill Would Place Limits on Drones; Hinder Federal Surveillance Program
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (April 20, 2016) – A bill introduced in the Rhode Island House would restrict the use of drones by state and local law enforcement. The legislation would not only establish important privacy protections at the state level, it would also help thwart the federal surveillance state. Rep. Blake Filippi introduced House Bill 8066…
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