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Jack Conway re-elected Kentucky Attorney General
Louisville Courier-Journal - November 9, 2011
Democratic incumbent Jack Conway cruised to an easy victory over Republican Todd P’Pool in the race for Kentucky attorney general. With all precincts reporting, Conway had 55 percent of the vote to P’Pool’s 45 percent.
Attorney General Hood wins re-election
Jackson Clarion Ledger – November 9, 2011
Attorney General Jim Hood won convincingly Tuesday for a third term in office.
“I’m honored the voters have chosen me again,” said the 49-year-old former district attorney from north Mississippi, who defeated his Republican challenger Steve Simpson, a 52-year-old former judge, prosecutor and public safety commissioner from Gulfport whose family has long been involved in politics.
Penn State scandal thrusts Pa. official into spotlight
Philadelphia Inquirer – By Angela Couloumbis, November 8, 2011
When she took the job of state attorney general in May, longtime Pittsburgh prosecutor Linda Kelly inherited a tinderbox of criminal cases. First, there were the myriad political-corruption investigations that have ensnared Democrats and Republicans in the legislature. And, it turns out, there was also an explosive probe unfolding into child-sex-abuse allegations at Pennsylvania State University, one that resulted in charges this past weekend against a former football coach and two other university officials.
Newcastle hosts forum for high-profile state candidates
Newcastle News – November 3, 2011
Candidates for the state’s top office met Newcastle residents and laid out dueling plans for the future Oct. 22 during a forum at The Golf Club at Newcastle. The candidates for governor, Republican Rob McKenna and Democrat Jay Inslee, touted education reform as top priorities for the state more than a year before voters choose a successor to outgoing Gov. Chris Gregoire. State attorney general hopefuls Reagan Dunn, a Republican, and Bob Ferguson, a Democrat, also participated in the Eastside Candidate Forum. The candidates — both King County councilmen — said more should be done statewide to protect consumers from fraud and foreclosure.
W.Va. Attorney General Warns of Telemarketing Extortion Scam
The State Journal – November 3, 2011
Scam artists posing as Food and Drug Administration special agents have recently targeted West Virginians who have purchased drugs online or over the telephone, according to a news release from the state's Attorney General Darrell McGraw. Using lists from previous purchase transactions, callers will tell consumers that purchasing drugs over the Internet or telephone is illegal and that a fine ranging from $100 to $250,000 must be paid.
State AG warns of online scam
Missouri News Horizon – November 2, 2011
Missourians are advised to avoid a new e-mail scam that is making the rounds and concealing itself in the reputation of a reliable company. Attorney General Chris Koster, who oversees consumer protection in Missouri, warned residents Tuesday to be wary of any emails from “StubHub Orders” billing them for thousands of dollars for tickets they did not purchase. He said that anyone receiving such an e-mail should not click on the link provided to view the order.
Ferguson leads Dunn in King 5 Attorney General Poll>
NWCN News – September 26, 2011
A new KING 5 Poll finds Democrat Bob Ferguson leading Republican Reagan Dunn in the race for Washington's Attorney General next year. The KING 5/SurveyUSA poll finds Ferguson at 39 percent, Dunn at 34 percent and a large 26 percent are undecided. Both King County Council members are vying to be the state’s top lawyer.
Grant to help fight knock-off goods in MS
WLOX – September 26, 2011
A new grant will help Mississippi continue the fight against counterfeit merchandise. Attorney General Jim Hood announced Monday that his office has won a $200,000 federal grant for 2012 to advance its "Operation Knock Out Knock-Offs" program.
Kroger's goals for a second term as attorney general
The Statesman Journal – September 24, 2011
John Kroger said that whatever happens with the state budget if he is elected to a second term as attorney general next year, he will maintain an aggressive pursuit of criminal justice and consumer protection. “You’re not going to see a major change in direction in a second term,” he said.
Missouri AG Koster to run for second term
St. Louis Post - Dispatch, September 23, 2011
Missouri Democratic Attorney General Chris Koster is running for a second term. Koster's campaign said Friday that he had announced his re-election bid at the home of the Jackson County Democratic Party chairman. No Republican candidate has announced plans yet to run for attorney general next year.
Zoeller agrees to return campaign cash from Durham
The Indianapolis Star – September 23, 2011
Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller has agreed to return $11,000 in campaign contributions from indicted businessman Tim Durham. The bankruptcy trustee for Akron, Ohio-based Fair Finance Co. submitted the settlement for court approval Wednesday, the Indianapolis Business Journal reported. Zoeller's campaign treasurer, Andrew Buroker, said it was simpler to return the money to Fair Finance than to go to court.
Former Attorney General Patrick C. Lynch Announces expansion of his law firm
Providence Business News - September 7, 2011
Former Rhode Island Attorney General Patrick C. Lynch (2003-2011) announced today that he is expanding his law firm, Patrick Lynch Law Firm, by adding three experienced state prosecutors to its roster. Former Assistant Attorney General Pamela Chin, Assistant Attorney General Matthew S. Dawson, and Special Assistant Attorney General Maria F. Deaton have joined Lynch’s firm and will concentrate on the practices of general litigation and criminal defense law.
Attorney General Buddy Caldwell re-elected as former Rep. Joseph Cao drops out of race
The Times-Picayune – September 19, 2011
Attorney General Buddy Caldwell effectively won re-election Monday as his only opponent -- former Rep. Anh "Joseph" Cao, R-New Orleans -- announced that he is bowing out of the race.
Hearing on tough Utah immigration law delayed
The Houston Chronicle – September 13, 2011
Utah state attorneys said in a court filing Tuesday that federal authorities might get involved in a lawsuit challenging the state's tough immigration enforcement law that civil rights groups argue is unconstitutional.
Kroger files for re-election
Statesman Journal – September 8, 2011
John Kroger made it official Wednesday that he will seek a second term as attorney general. The announcement by the Democratic incumbent, and a tour of five Oregon cities, preceded today's opening of filing for the primary election on May 15.
NY Attorney General Closes Antitrust Investigation of NFL Lockout
Washington Post - July 30, 2011
New York’s attorney general has ended an antitrust investigation into the five-month NFL lockout of players after owners and the players’ union settled it.
Missouri Attorney General to convene summit on phone hacking laws
Kansas City Star - July 25, 2011
Following a phone- hacking scandal in Great Britain, the Missouri attorney general is planning to convene a summit on security and privacy
Attorney General Candidates Speak A Week Out From Primary
Clarion Ledger - July 28, 2011
Though attorney general candidates Jim Hood, the Democratic incumbent, and Republican challenger Steve Simpson have no primary opponents, their race has built a steady simmer in recent months. The two will face each other in the Nov. 8 election.
Harris Starts Push For Statewide Crime Database
California Watch - August 1, 2011
California Attorney General Kamala Harris wants the state’s police departments to talk to each other.
Kane Hires Randol to Run AG Campaign
Times Tribune - July 21, 2011
Ms. Randol left her job as policy director for state Treasurer Rob McCord Friday to run Kathleen Granahan Kane's campaign for the Democratic nomination for state attorney general.
Attorney general recuses himself from PAC inquiry
Montgomery Advertiser - July 27, 2011
Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange has stepped aside from a possible investigation of a political action committee chaired by former Gov. Bob Riley.
Curbing Crime: When Being Tough Isn’t Enough
NPR - July 25, 2011
Kamala Harris made history in 2010 as the first woman, first African-American and first South Asian-American to become Calif.'s Attorney General. Host Michel Martin speaks with Harris about the difference between being tough vs. smart on crime; ideas on reforming the criminal justice system; and Harris' address at the NAACP's upcoming convention.
Missouri AG Koster says new law will strengthen protections for domestic violence victims
The Republic – By the Associated Press - July 12, 2011
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Attorney General Chris Koster says a new Missouri law will strengthen the legal protections for domestic violence victims.
Attorney General's Office Revamps Spanish-Language Website
KATV - By Katherina Yancy – July 12, 2011
(KATV – Source AG's Office) Little Rock – Tuesday, Attorney General Dustin McDaniel announced his office has relaunched its Spanish-language website to provide comprehensive, translated content that mirrors the Attorney General's main Internet site.
Openings in Pa. row offices draw strong interest
WFMJ - Peter Jackson - Jul 9, 2011
In 2012, the attorney general and auditor general posts will be open. Treasurer Rob McCord, a Democrat, plans to seek re-election. Two Democrats have already launched campaigns for attorney general - former US Rep. Patrick Murphy and former Lackawanna County prosecutor Kathleen Kane.
Judge approves TVA settlement on air pollution
Asheville Citizen-Times - Clarke Morrison - Jul 9, 2011
NC Attorney General Roy Cooper filed a lawsuit in 2006 blaming TVA for not doing enough to curb toxic pollutants such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides. Cooper in April entered into the agreement with TVA, the US Environmental Protection Agency, several states and environmental groups that proposed requiring the utility to shutter operations that account for about 16 percent of its coal-fired generation capacity.
Helena's Bucy to run for state AG
Helena Independent Record - Jul 8, 2011
Pam Bucy of Helena on Thursday became the second Democrat to jump into the 2012 attorney general’s race, although Democratic incumbent Steve Bullock won’t reveal his political plans until after Labor Day.
Hill, Bullock have biggest campaign war chests
Billings Gazette - Jul 5, 2011
HELENA — Former former Republican US Rep. Rick Hill and Democratic Attorney General Steve Bullock have stockpiled the most money of any 2012 gubernatorial candidates, although Bullock hasn't said whether he'll run for that office or for re-election.
Democrat Laslovich enters attorney general race hoping to replace Bullock
Helena Gaxette - By Charles S. Johnson - June 30, 2011
HELENA — A Democrat is entering the 2012 attorney general's race even though incumbent Democrat Steve Bullock hasn't formally announced his plans to either run again or seek the governor's office as he is considering. But indications are mounting that such a run is likely.
Arkansas' Attorney General's cyber crimes unit claims first arrest since unit's launch in May
The Daily Journal – The Associated Press - July 06, 2011
BARLING, Ark. — Attorney General Dustin McDaniel says authorities have arrested a man in western Arkansas following an investigation by his office's new cyber crimes unit.
Missouri candidates report collecting about $2M
Forbes - By Chris Blank (Associated Press) – July 5, 2011
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri candidates for statewide office reported collecting about $2 million in contributions for their campaigns during the final week of the recently completed fundraising quarter.
Hill, Bullock ahead in campaign cash
Helena Independent Record - By Charles S. Johnson - July 6, 2011
Former Republican U.S. Rep. Rick Hill and Democratic Attorney General Steve Bullock have stockpiled the most money of any 2012 gubernatorial candidates, although Bullock hasn’t said whether he’ll run for that office or for re-election.
Kentucky attorney general celebrates Fourth with birth of second child
Lexington Herald Leader - By Jack Brammer — July 6, 2011
FRANKFORT — Attorney General Jack Conway and his wife, Elizabeth, observed the Fourth of July by becoming parents for the second time.
End of campaign quarter prompts fundraising blitz
Stltoday.com - By Jake Wagman - June 27, 2011
ST. LOUIS • Contenders for statewide office have been busy pulling in big checks in a late push to bolster their campaign accounts before the quarter ends on Thursday.
McGraw Announces Plans for 6th Term
The State Journal - By Whitney Burdette - June 29, 2011
Attorney General Darrell McGraw files paperwork to organize campaign
State Attorney General Darrell McGraw has filed paperwork to begin campaigning for a sixth term for the office he has held since 1992.
Schneiderman names public integrity officers statewide
Albany Times Union - By Casey Seiler – June 29, 2011
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has designated 14 current employees of his office to serve as “public integrity officers” around the state. Russ Haven of NYPIRG calls it “a major step forward in the fight to hold accountable those who defraud the taxpayers of this state.” The watchdogs mandate will be keeping an eye on local graft and official wrongdoing.
Duke Energy merger wins Kentucky Attorney General's support
Charlotte Business Journal - By John Downey - June 28, 2011
Kentucky’s attorney general will support Duke Energy’s proposed purchase of Progress Energy in return for a two-year moratorium on rate hikes, more spending on economic development and low-income assistance in the state.
San Francisco Chronicle – Marissa Lagos – June 28, 2011
Reaction has been swift following Gov. Jerry Brown's Monday decision to give up on cutting a budget deal with Republicans. Democrats have instead chosen to go it alone -- and not everyone is happy with the way they're doing it.
Martha Coakley acts to halt Salvatore DiMasi pension pay
Boson Globe – By Statehouse News Services - June 28, 2011
Attorney General Martha Coakley is seeking to suspend the $5,000-a-month pension of former House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi, who was convicted last month of conspiracy, fraud and extortion.
Ex-Pa. US rep Murphy named to West Point board
Wall Street Journal - Associated Press – June 29, 2011
PHILADELPHIA — Patrick Murphy, a former U.S. representative from Pennsylvania, has been appointed to West Point's board of visitors.
State crime rate drops to 33-year low
News & Observer – By Thomasi McDonald – June 30, 2011
RALEIGH -- As he announced the lowest statewide crime rate in 33 years on Wednesday, state Attorney General Roy Cooper decried recent state budget cuts to law enforcement and prevention efforts that he says will make it harder to fight crime in the future.
Prescription drug registry law takes effect July 1st
KXLH - By Melissa Anderson - June 29, 2011
Even though Montana's new prescription drug registry law goes into affect July 1st, it will take some time to feel the full effects.
Ladenburg drops AG bid, aims for Supreme Court
The Olympian – By Brad Shannon - June 29, 2011
John Ladenburg won’t be running for attorney general after all. The former Pierce County prosecutor and county executive said today he is preparing a campaign for Supreme Court, which has three seats up for election in 2012.
State launches summit on high health care costs
Boston Herald - By Christine McConville - June 27, 2011
With the eyes of the nation upon them, the state’s top lawmakers today will join hospital presidents, insurance company bosses, and top-level health policy analysts for a four-day summit.
The Star’s editorial | Kansas’ cowardly senators say nothing but ‘no’
Kansas City Star – By Chuck France – June 26, 2011
The two U.S. senators from Kansas are wrongly opposing President Barack Obama’s nomination of former Kansas Attorney General Steve Six to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
Branstad, Miller say governor can avert shutdown
Iowa Register - By William Petroski & Jason Clayworth – June 25, 2011
If the Legislature stumbles in a push to approve a state budget by Thursday night's deadline, some politicians and a Drake University legal scholar are warning Iowa could face a constitutional crisis.
Jepsen refers Conn. union complaint to auditors
Boston Globe - June 20, 2011
HARTFORD, Conn.—Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen says he's referring to the state auditor a whistleblower complaint made by state employee union leaders about a conservative think tank.
He's Back!: Patrick Murphy Banks $500K in PA AG Race
Examiner.com - Scott Ferrante – June 3, 2011
Former Bucks County Congressman Patrick Murphy has raised $500,000 in just six weeks following his candidacy announcement for Attorney General of PA.
Lawmakers Wait for AG Word on Nexus
Nashville Public Radio – By Blake Farmer - May 31st, 2011
Lawmakers are still waiting on an opinion from the Tennessee Attorney General regarding online-only retailers and when they should be required to collect sales tax. Interpretation of so-called “nexus” laws vary from state to state.
State Attorney General to set up mobile office in Joplin
Springfield News-Leader - June 1, 2011
The state attorney general has announced plans to open a mobile office in Joplin on Monday.
Business Wire – May 26, 2011
Former Rhode Island (RI) Attorney General Patrick C. Lynch has joined the Coalition for Educational Success as a consultant to the Coalition in the development of the Standards of Responsible Conduct for higher education.
Conway Announces Counties Chosen For Primary Election Audits
LEX18.com - June 1, 2011
Attorney General Jack Conway announced that six Kentucky counties were chosen in a random drawing Wednesday afternoon to undergo independent inquiries for any potential irregularities that may have occurred during the primary election on Tuesday, May 17.
Attorney General Koster Releases 11th Annual Report on Vehicle Stops
Myfox4kc.com - June 1, 2011
JEFFERSON CITY, MO—Attorney General Chris Koster today released the 11th Annual Report on Vehicle Stops. The 2010 report contains analysis on more than 1.6 million stops by 630 law enforcement agencies, including racial and ethnic information about drivers who were stopped.
Conway, P'Pool to square off in attorney general's race this fall
Lexington Herald-Leader - By Beth Musgrave — May 17, 2011
FRANKFORT — The election for the state's top law enforcement job will pit Democratic incumbent Attorney General Jack Conway against Hopkins County Attorney Todd P'Pool.
Conway: Six Calls Made To Election Fraud Hotline Tuesday
LEX18 - May 18, 2011
Attorney General Jack Conway announced Wednesday that his Election Fraud Hotline received six calls between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. (EDT) during the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 17.
Proposal removes requirement for 10 years of active practice as lawyer
NBCConnceticut - By Jennifer Sposato – May 19, 2011
It's too little, too late, for Susan Bysiewicz, but a new bill in the Connecticut General Assembly could allow more attorneys to qualify for attorney general.
Public Policy Polling – May 18, 2011
The race to be the next Governor of Washington- assuming Christine Gregoire retires- looks like a toss up. Republican Attorney General Rob McKenna leads Democratic Congressman Jay Inslee 40-38 in PPP's first look at the match up, but with 23% of Democrats undecided compared to only 13% of Republicans Inslee would likely make up that small deficit pretty fast once he got into a statewide campaign.
Tennessee leads charge against DirectBuy
Nashville Business Journal - by Annie Johnson - May 17, 2011
A federal judge in Connecticut rejected yesterday a proposed settlement for a class action suit against DirectBuy, a buying club that markets services and goods at wholesale cost.
New York state attorney general: Town needs to dump English-only law
Jackson town law said to violate U.S. Constutition
Albany Times Union - By Rick Karlin - May 17, 2011
ALBANY -- Attorney General Eric Schneiderman wants the Washington County town of Jackson to repeal its English-only law, which his office says is discriminatory and violates the First Amendment.
Calif AG: Prop 8 backers can't defend marriage ban
Associated Press – May 3, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California's attorney general has again come out against the state's same-sex marriage ban, this time telling the state Supreme Court the proponents of successful ballot initiatives do not have the right to defend their measures in court.
White powder discovered in envelopes at three government buildings
Boston Globe - By Martin Finucane – May 3, 2011
Emergency officials responded today to reports of white powdery substances being found in envelopes at the offices of Attorney General Martha Coakley and US Senator Scott Brown in downtown Boston. A similar incident was also reported at a courthouse in Greenfield.
Attorney General Bullock honors Missoula women for victim advocacy
The Missoulian - By Gwen Florio - May 3, 2011
For 20 years now, Missoula attorney Amy Rubin has focused her career on the legal needs of domestic violence victims.
Missouri AG Koster sues Pinnacle Security
St. Louis Business Journal – May 3, 2011
Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster filed suit Tuesday against Pinnacle Security in Orem, Utah, for allegedly defrauding consumers when selling home security products and services door-to-door in St. Louis County and other areas in Missouri.
Irvin Nathan Confirmed As D.C. Attorney General
WAMU – By Patrick Madden - May 04, 2011
D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray's pick for the city's attorney general has been confirmed by the D.C. Council. Council members voted unanimously to confirm Irvin Nathan to the post.
Cuomo: NY law sheds 24,000 sex offenders from Web
Wall Street Journal - Associated Press – April 28, 2011
ALBANY, N.Y. — A New York law is credited with removing 24,000 sex offenders from Internet social networking sites nationwide.
Attorney general's office says counties can't ban pain-management clinics
Lexington Herald-Leader - By Dori Hjalmarson and Bill Estep - April 26, 2011
County governments don't have the right to ban pain-management clinics, according to a state attorney general's opinion.
PERSONNEL FILE: McGraw names Gary Tillis to Citizens Advisory Committee
The West Virginia Record – April 27, 2011
CHARLESTON - Citing his extensive leadership experience in labor and building associations and his involvement in government service, West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw has selected Gary O. Tillis of Eleanor to serve on the Citizens Advisory Committee.
Former AG Goddard tells Washington crowd that Ariz. immigration law hurting state's economy
The Daily Journal – AP - April 26, 2011
SALT LAKE CITY — Former Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard says Arizona's immigration enforcement law has been an albatross for the state.
Supreme Court won't fast track Va. challenge to health law
Msnbc.com – By Pete Williams – April 25, 2011
The Supreme Court has rejected a request from the state of Virginia to take up a challenge to the Obama health care law on a fast track.
Iowa receives $215M in recovered IPERS funds
Businessweek – AP – April 21, 2011
DES MOINES, Iowa
More than $215 million in Iowa public employee retirement funds have been transferred to the state as part of the recovery of funds that were frozen in an investment fraud case in New York.
Speaker Silver and Civil Rights Groups Defend Schneiderman's Prerogative
New York Observer - By Reid Pillifant - April 6, 2011
While Andrew Cuomo left open the possibility this afternoon that someone besides the Attorney General might defend last year's law to count prisoners in their home districts against a Republican legal challenge, Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and a few civil rights groups are helping make the case for Eric Schneiderman.
Bill to change qualifications for Conn. attorney general candidates being aired next week
Greenfield Daily Reporter – Associated Press - April 06, 2011
HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut lawmakers say a public hearing on changing the qualifications to run for state attorney general is being rescheduled.
State attorney general to unveil anti-gang plan
The Fresno Bee - By Eddie Jimenez / The Fresno Bee – April 6, 2011
California Attorney General Kamala Harris will be in Tulare today to unveil a partnership with law-enforcement agencies to combat gangs in the Valley.
N.C. cracking down on health clubs
Charlotte Business Journal - April 5, 2011
N.C. Attorney General Roy Cooper today announced a statewide enforcement sweep to make sure health clubs can pay refunds to members if they close their doors.
Conway Orders State Pension System to Open Books
89.3 WFPL – By Phillip M. Bailey - April 6, 2011
Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway has instructed the agency that oversees the state pension system to publicly disclose its employees’ salaries after it denied a retirees open records request.
Ky AG urges follow through on Fla drug tracking
Miami Herald – By Bruce Schreiner – April 1, 2011
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Kentucky's attorney general has written directly to Florida residents urging them to speak out for their state's yet-to-be-implemented prescription drug-tracking law, which he says would help crack down on so-called pill mills feeding addictions in Kentucky.
NH loggers face $100k wetlands penalty
Boston Globe - March 18, 2011
CONCORD, N.H.—The New Hampshire Attorney General's office says three loggers are facing penalties of up to $100,000 for allowing wetlands and streams in Webster and Groton to fill with mud during logging operations.
Tom Horne at center of protest by La Raza studies supporters
KVOA - March 18, 2011
AG Horne claims La Raza studies supporters are "thugs"PreviousNextAG Horne claims La Raza studies supporters are "thugs"PHOENIX - Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne is at the center of another La Raza studies protest.
Jepsen Warns Against Unlicensed Debt Negotiators
California Company Offers To Help Modify Delinquent Mortgages
Hartford Courant - March 17, 2011
The state attorney general warned consumers Thursday about a California company that's offering to help modify delinquent mortgages but isn't licensed to perform those services in Connecticut.
Kentucky’s Attorney General warns about Japan disaster relief scams
The Examiner - March 18th, 2011
As Kentuckians open their hearts and pocketbooks to support disaster relief efforts in Japan, Attorney General Jack Conway cautions consumers that scammers may try to prey on their generosity. Fraudulent charitable solicitations can come through emails, social networking sites or even direct calls. General Conway asks that consumers choose carefully when considering urgent appeals for aid.
Montana GOP lawmakers say they'll order state's attorney general to join health care lawsuit
CanadianBusiness.com – AP - March 18th, 2011
As Kentuckians open their hearts and pocketbooks to support disaster relief efforts in Japan, Attorney General Jack Conway cautions consumers that scammers may try to prey on their generosity. Fraudulent charitable solicitations can come through emails, social networking sites or even direct calls. General Conway asks that consumers choose carefully when considering urgent appeals for aid.
10 arrested in prescription drug racket
WIBV - By Eli George – March 15, 2011
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - The state Attorney General says he has broken up a prescription drug and cocaine distribution ring operating in Buffalo.
Portland lawyer Fred Granum leads AG biz-reform project
Portland Business Journal - March 14, 2011
Portland lawyer Fred Granum is joining the Oregon Department of Justice to recommend legal and regulatory reforms aimed at improving the state’s business climate.
Budget bill foes say stealthy vote broke open meetings law; challenges coming
The Capital Times – By The Cap Times – Judith Davidoff, Kristin Czubkowski & Shawn Doherty - March 10, 2011
Shortly after Senate Republicans' surprise vote Wednesday to eliminate most collective bargaining rights for most public employees, protesters started collecting signatures from citizens in preparation for filing an open meetings complaint.
Obama nominates Steve Six for judgeship
The Wichita Eagle – By Hurst Laviana – March 10, 2011
Former Kansas Attorney General Steve Six was nominated today by President Obama to a seat on the United States 10th Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver.
Coakley springs into health fray
Boston Globe - By Kay Lazar - March 9, 2011
Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley has jumped into the legal battle over the national health care law, arguing in a federal court brief that the state’s experience after passage of a similar measure in 2006 supports the federal government’s authority for adopting the legislation.
AG Jepsen Gives Up His Hair/Knox Kicks Up The Heat
The Hartford Courant - By MaryEllen Fillo - March 10, 2011
Who said Attorney General George Jepsen wouldn't give up the shirt off his back or the hair off his head for a good cause?
State Consumer Protection Agencies In Hartford Holding Education Expo
Connecticut Watchdog - By George Gombossy - March 9, 2011
Attorney General George Jepsen is sponsoring a consumer education expo Friday to in Hartford to mark National Consumer Protection Week.
AG Biden leads push against chronic polluters
Legislation would crack down on repeat offenders
The News Journal – By Jeff Montgomery - March 7, 2011
Attorney General Beau Biden said Monday he plans a new push to toughen penalties for repeat pollution offenders, calling the measure an effort to discourage chronic violators from treating environmental fines as a cost of doing business.
Conway Warns Against Storm-Related Scams
LEX18 - March 2, 2011
Attorney General Jack Conway on Wednesday reminded victims of this week's severe thunderstorms that swept through Kentucky to be aware of scam artists who may try to prey upon their misfortune.
Kamala Harris says Obama's action dooms Prop. 8
San Francisco Chronicle – By Bob Egelko - March 1, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO -- State Attorney General Kamala Harris told a federal appeals court Tuesday that the Obama administration's repudiation of a federal law denying marital benefits to gay and lesbian couples dims the legal prospects for Proposition 8, California's ban on same-sex marriage.
Gregoire pushes for implementation of health law in state
Participation of AG in suit should not be a hurdle, she says
The Columbian - By Kathie Durbin - March 2, 2011
Democratic Gov. Chris Gregoire asserted in a federal court brief Monday that Attorney General Rob McKenna’s participation in a Florida lawsuit challenging national health reform doesn’t reflect the state of Washington’s position — and shouldn’t stand in the way of the law’s implementation.
Ark. sec'y of state launches redistricting site
Real Clear Politics - The Associated Press – March 1, 2011
Secretary of State Mark Martin has launched a new website designed to get Arkansans involved in the discussion about legislative redistricting.
State Attorney General Says County Commission Can Hold School Funds
Trustee Hullander To Transfer PILOT Funds To County Finance Instead Of Schools
The Chatanoogan - March 1, 2011
The state attorney general's office has ruled that the County Commission has the legal right to hold certain county school funds.
Deal will keep Mass. workers comp rates flat
Boston Herald - By Associated Press - March 1, 2011
BOSTON — Rates paid by businesses for workers compensation insurance in Massachusetts will not be going up in the next year and a half.
Kasich confirms Petro's higher ed post
Columbus Morning Call - March 1, 2011
Gov. John Kasich on Monday formally appointed former state Attorney General Jim Petro as chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents, confirming an earlier report by the Associated Press, Crain's Cleveland Business reports.
Bill To Elect Attorney General Moves Forward
Nashville Public Radio - By Joe White - February 23, 2011
A measure to change the state constitution so that voters can directly choose the Tennessee Attorney General was approved by a legislative committee Tuesday.
Report Urges Pro-Active Approach To Obesity
Vermont Public Radio – By Neal Carnoff - February 23, 2011
(Host) A report issued by the Vermont Attorney General's office urges a pro-active approach to combating obesity in Vermont.
Arkansas attorney general rejects ballot measure proposed to raise severance tax on nat. gas
KSPR33 – AP - February 22, 2011
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has rejected a former natural gas executive's proposed ballot measure to raise the severance tax on natural gas.
NH Senate backs off requiring AG to join lawsuit
Boston Globe - February 23, 2011
CONCORD, N.H.—New Hampshire's state Senate is at odds with the House on whether to require Attorney General Michael Delaney to join a lawsuit against the federal health care reform law.
Senator aims to make California's Attorney General defend ballot props
San Jose Mercury News - By Lisa Leff (AP) – February 17, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO -- A California lawmaker has introduced a bill requiring the state attorney general to defend all voter-approved laws from legal challenges or authorize their sponsors to step in.
Springfield hosts anti-bullying hearing
WWLP - Elysia Rodriguez – February 17, 2011
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - The state's anti-bullying law is in effect, but some say it doesn't go far enough.
Former Kansas A.G. Steve Six may be in line to replace Court of Appeals judge Deanell Tacha
Lawrence Journal-World - By Andy Hyland — February 17, 2011
With the retirement of 10th Circuit Court of Appeals judge Deanell Tacha, President Barack Obama will select a new federal judge, likely from Kansas.
CT AG Jepsen named to nat’l panel
Hartford Business Journal – February 18, 2011
Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen has been named co-chair of the antitrust committee for the National Association of Attorneys General.
State joins effort on mercury emissions
Schneiderman among 5 attorneys general fighting efforts to block regulation
Albany Times Union - By Brian Nearing - February 15, 2011
ALBANY -- Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is among five state attorneys general pushing back against congressional Republicans' efforts to block the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from regulating emissions of toxic mercury from cement kilns.
Attorney General's Office recovers $2.1 million for consumers
THV 11 – By Ashley Blackstone – February 15, 2011
The Attorney General's Office says they've recovered more than $2.1 million for consumers in 2010, the largest single-year recovery in history of the state.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) --The Attorney General's Office says they've recovered more than $2.1 million for consumers in 2010, the largest single-year recovery in history of the state.
King County Council's Bob Ferguson to run for attorney general
Seattle Times - By Jim Brunner – February 13, 2011
State Attorney General Rob McKenna hasn't announced his plans for 2012, but political jockeying to succeed him has already begun if — as widely expected — he runs for governor.
Lynch threatens to veto bill aimed at blocking federal health care mandate
New Hampshire Union Leader By Gary Rayno – February 9, 2011
CONCORD – Gov. John Lynch said he would veto a bill directing the Attorney General to join a multi-state lawsuit challenging the federal health care reform act if it reaches his desk.
Corbett picks female attorney general
Allegheny County prosecutor would be only second woman in the job.
Allentown Morning Call - By John L. Micek – February 8, 2011
HARRISBURG — — Gov. Tom Corbett has nominated a veteran prosecutor from western Pennsylvania to serve as the state's new attorney general.
Koster wants stronger domestic violence laws in Missouri
St. Louis Post Dispatch – By Nancy Cambria - February 9, 2011
Missouri's attorney general said Tuesday that lawmakers must strengthen domestic violence laws so victims are better protected and abusers don't fall through the cracks in court orders of protection.
Attorney General Urges State Regulators To Reject CL&P Plan To Install New Meters
The Hartford Courant – By Janice Podsada - February 08, 2011
Attorney General George Jepsen is urging state utility regulators to reject a request by Connecticut Light & Power Co. to replace customers' existing electric meters with a new metering system that could cost the company's ratepayers a half-billion dollars.
Hearings to be held on bullying law in Mass.
Boston Globe - February 8, 2011
BOSTON—The state's 9-month-old anti-bullying law is getting its first review.
Panel passes civil unions bill
The full House could vote on the measure in the next few days
Honolulu Star-Adviser - By B.J. Reyes – February 9, 2011
The state House Judiciary Committee voted last night to approve a civil-unions bill with amendments to ensure that the relationships are recognized in the tax code and are under the jurisdiction of family court.
States Diverge on How to Deal With Health Care Ruling
New York Times – By Kevin Sack, David M. Herszenhorn & Robert Pear - February 1, 2011
States took broadly divergent approaches on Tuesday to a federal judge’s ruling that invalidated the Obama health care law, while Congressional Republicans used the decision to build momentum for a vote on repealing the act.