Day: October 12, 2024
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White House. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Florida Disaster Declaration
Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Milton beginning on October 5, 2024, and continuing. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in the…
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New York State. Can Regulation Solve the Digital Crisis? Exploring Tech Accountability Under U.S. Law
Governor Kathy Hochul and James P. Steyer’s op-ed in Newsweek calls for stronger policies to protect youth mental health from the negative effects of social media. They argue that the pressures teens face, driven by social media algorithms and a culture that prioritizes productivity, are causing widespread burnout. Hochul highlights New York’s legislative efforts, such…