Preemption
State's Ban on Uranium Mining Upheld by U.S. Supreme Court
The Virginia case involved questions about legislative intent and the power states have under an atomic energy law.
State's Ban on Uranium Mining Upheld by U.S. Supreme Court
The Virginia case involved questions about legislative intent and the power states have under an atomic energy law.
Preemption
Mayors Eye Two-Pronged Attack on FCC’s Preemptive 5G Order
The latest effort is a new bill in Congress that would overturn the agency on its rule that strictly limits how much local governments can charge providers and how long officials can take to process applications.
Austin's Paid Sick-Leave Law Scrapped by Court
A three-judge panel found the city ordinance essentially regulated workers’ wages, which Texas law mandates can only be done by the state.
Washington Voters Approve Ban on Local Soda and Grocery Taxes
The initiative drew over $20 million of support from soft drink companies and others. A similar proposal in Oregon failed.
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Supreme Court Hears Arguments About Virginia’s Uranium Mining Ban
The case concerns whether the ban is prohibited by federal law.
Cities Release Their Own Broadband Model Code
While a federal committee struggles to reach consensus on a state broadband framework, the National League of Cities created its own, stressing local needs.
FCC’s State Broadband Model Remains a Work in Progress
Local government representatives worry a new code will let wireless providers preempt localities.
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