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Kathy Hochul vetoes bill to force NYC casino bidders to move fast or lose their chance

Governor Hochul vetoed a casino proposal deadline extension, prioritizing fairness in the bidding process and adherence to existing regulations.

Mayor Adams Vetoes Police Transparency and Solitary Confinement Bills

New York City Mayor Eric Adams vetoed a bill requiring the police to document more of their interactions with the public, arguing that it would harm public safety.
The mayor also vetoed a bill that would ban solitary confinement in the city's jails.

Mayor Vetoes 'How Many Stops Act' and Solitary Confinement Bills

Mayor Eric Adams vetoed the 'How Many Stops Act' and a bill that would ban solitary confinement in jails.
The mayor believes the 'How Many Stops Act' would burden police officers with unnecessary paperwork and cost taxpayers millions in additional NYPD overtime.

Kathy Hochul vetoes bill to force NYC casino bidders to move fast or lose their chance

Governor Hochul vetoed a casino proposal deadline extension, prioritizing fairness in the bidding process and adherence to existing regulations.

Mayor Adams Vetoes Police Transparency and Solitary Confinement Bills

New York City Mayor Eric Adams vetoed a bill requiring the police to document more of their interactions with the public, arguing that it would harm public safety.
The mayor also vetoed a bill that would ban solitary confinement in the city's jails.

Mayor Vetoes 'How Many Stops Act' and Solitary Confinement Bills

Mayor Eric Adams vetoed the 'How Many Stops Act' and a bill that would ban solitary confinement in jails.
The mayor believes the 'How Many Stops Act' would burden police officers with unnecessary paperwork and cost taxpayers millions in additional NYPD overtime.
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California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill SB 1047 that aims to prevent AI disasters

California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1047, citing its misalignment with the actual risks posed by AI technologies and excessive restrictions on basic functions.

Newsom vetoes employing undocumented students on campuses

Governor Newsom vetoed a bill to allow undocumented students to work at public universities, citing significant legal risks.

California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill SB 1047 that aims to prevent AI disasters

California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1047, citing its misalignment with the actual risks posed by AI technologies and excessive restrictions on basic functions.

Newsom vetoes employing undocumented students on campuses

Governor Newsom vetoed a bill to allow undocumented students to work at public universities, citing significant legal risks.
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Adams pulls off council police ride-along in bid to kill cop bill

Mayor Eric Adams took a group of City Council members on a police ride-along to try to sway them to vote against a controversial cop bill.
At least eight lawmakers joined Adams on the ride-along, hoping to change their votes and kill the proposed bill.

Eric Adams' fight with NYC Council over controversial cop reporting bill gets snippy at back-to-back press conferences

Some City Council members wish they could vote their conscience and support Mayor Eric Adams' crusade against the controversial cop bill.
The mayor claims that some council members have said their constituents don't believe in the bill and view it as harmful.

Adams pulls off council police ride-along in bid to kill cop bill

Mayor Eric Adams took a group of City Council members on a police ride-along to try to sway them to vote against a controversial cop bill.
At least eight lawmakers joined Adams on the ride-along, hoping to change their votes and kill the proposed bill.

Eric Adams' fight with NYC Council over controversial cop reporting bill gets snippy at back-to-back press conferences

Some City Council members wish they could vote their conscience and support Mayor Eric Adams' crusade against the controversial cop bill.
The mayor claims that some council members have said their constituents don't believe in the bill and view it as harmful.
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Adams vetos controversial police stops bill, setting up council fight

Mayor Eric Adams vetoed the controversial How Many Stops Act
The veto faces the possibility of an override by the city council

Eric Adams Vetoes Law-Enforcement Reforms in Standoff With City Council

Eric Adams announces he will veto a City Council measure that would require police officers to document lower-level stops of civilians.
Adams argues that the legislation would impede the ability of NYPD officers to do their jobs and hinder their search for suspects.

Adams vetos controversial police stops bill, setting up council fight

Mayor Eric Adams vetoed the controversial How Many Stops Act
The veto faces the possibility of an override by the city council

Eric Adams Vetoes Law-Enforcement Reforms in Standoff With City Council

Eric Adams announces he will veto a City Council measure that would require police officers to document lower-level stops of civilians.
Adams argues that the legislation would impede the ability of NYPD officers to do their jobs and hinder their search for suspects.
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Miami City Commission votes for Miguel Gabela's home to be drawn back into his district

The Miami City Commission voted to re-include Commissioner Gabela's family home back into his district following a rare veto from Miami Mayor Francis Suarez.
Gabela recused himself from voting on the matter after a recommendation from the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics and Public Trust.
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Ohio's Republican governor vetoes anti-transgender legislation passed by his own party

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a measure that would have banned gender-affirming care for minors and transgender athletes' participation in girls and women's sports.
DeWine's veto departs from a nationwide trend toward passing such laws.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Vetoes Anti-Trans Bill

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill that would have banned gender-affirming care for transgender youth in Ohio.
DeWine's move aligns him with other Republican governors who have vetoed anti-transgender measures.

Ohio's Republican governor vetoes anti-transgender legislation passed by his own party

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a measure that would have banned gender-affirming care for minors and transgender athletes' participation in girls and women's sports.
DeWine's veto departs from a nationwide trend toward passing such laws.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Vetoes Anti-Trans Bill

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill that would have banned gender-affirming care for transgender youth in Ohio.
DeWine's move aligns him with other Republican governors who have vetoed anti-transgender measures.
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Hungary blocks $54bn EU financial aid for Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has blocked 50 billion euros in European Union aid for Ukraine after the EU agreed to open membership talks with Ukraine, which Hungary opposed.
Orban's veto was a blow to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who failed to secure additional funding from US lawmakers.

Advocates and families disheartened by Governor Hochul's veto of the Preserving Family Bonds act

The Preserving Family Bonds Act, which aimed to address the trauma experienced by children and families in the foster system, was vetoed by Gov. Kathy Hochul in New York.
The act sought to give family courts the discretion to order continued contact between children and their biological families after parental rights are terminated.

Hungary defiant over threat to block Ukraine EU accession talks

Hungary threatens to veto talks on Ukraine's EU accession, raising concerns about the future of the negotiations.
Ukraine warns of devastating consequences if the talks are blocked by Hungary.

Does the US run the risk of complicity in war crimes in Gaza?

The United States has vetoed a UN Security Council draft proposal for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, leading to global condemnation
Critics argue that the US's veto allows Israel to continue its actions in Gaza
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