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What’s next on the debt ceiling: Selling the plan and making a deal into a law
Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN World PMN Politics PMN News Author of the article: The Associated Press Mary Clare Jalonick And Kevin Freking Published May 28, 2023 • Last updated 3 days ago • 4 minute read Lights illuminate the capitol after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of Calif., announced that he and President Joe Biden and […]
Debt ceiling deal: What are the next steps to pass the agreement into law? -National
After weeks of negotiations, US President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy have announced an “agreement in principle” to raise the nation’s debt ceiling and avoid a potentially catastrophic default. The agreement includes spending cuts demanded by Republicans, but it is short of the reductions in the sweeping legislation passed by the Republican-led House […]
Manitoba lawyers will be required to take an Indigenous culture course
Manitoba lawyers will soon have to take mandatory training on Indigenous rights and history as part of a new requirement from the Law Society of Manitoba. The one-time, mandatory training is a new requirement from the Law Society of Manitoba, which regulates the legal profession in the province, to ensure all lawyers in Manitoba have […]
Uganda’s President Museveni approves tough new anti-gay law
Uganda’s government has resisted pressure to drop the legislation Uganda’s progress in tackling HIV is in “grave jeopardy” after the president approved tough new anti-homosexuality legislation, the UN and US have warned. An increasing number of people are being discouraged from seeking vital health services for fear of attacks and punishment, they added. President Yoweri […]
Are Canada’s competition laws outdated? Some say it’s time for change
Whether checking in at the airport or checking out at the grocery store, it seems everywhere you turn these days, you find frustrated consumers. Many complain about high prices or limited choices across sectors — and blame the lack of competition. But now, the federal government is looking to update Canada’s competition laws — possibly […]
Can your Will be Challenged after you die? Contesting a Will and Family Provision Applications Explained
A common question that is asked is whether estranged family members or step-children may be able to challenge their entitlements under a will. Although challenging the will usually comes after death, it is important for anyone making a will to understand: who is entitled to challenge a will; and whether the challenger may be successful […]
Children 12 and under don’t have to wear a life-jacket in Ontario, but a new law would change that
Children ages 12 and under aren’t required by law to wear a life-jacket when they’re in a boat in Ontario. But that could change thanks to a new bill. Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari has introduced a private member’s bill, called Joshua’s Law, that would make it mandatory for children ages 12 and under to wear […]