Dads Now Have Equal Access to Baby Facilities in Federal Buildings
This bipartisan legislation will help create equally accessible facilities for mothers and fathers in federally-regulated buildings.
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New Law Says Au Revoir to Plastic Cutlery in France
As part of the Energy Transition for Green Growth Act, plastic cups, cutlery, plates, and utensils will be banned to prevent further pollution.
California Governor Signs Ban on Orca Breeding and Entertainment
This bill will ensure that killer whales will no longer need to suffer the indignities of captive ocean park entertaining in California.
California Bans Use of Harmful Devices Against Captive Elephants
Following Rhode Island's example, the West coast state has just signed a bill that will give severe civil penalties for the use of cruel training tools.
87K Acres Donated for New Nat'l Park: Celebrate With Free Admission to All 412 Parks This Week
This glorious New England space is now open to the public for skiing, canoeing, hunting, fishing, and recreation as the official 413th National Park.
Taiwan Becomes First Asian Country to Ban Consumption of Dogs, Cats
Taiwan is the first country in Asia to make the actual consumption of dog and cat meat punishable by law.
New Mexico to Pass First Law Prohibiting "Lunch Shaming"
This new piece of legislation would become the first bill to prevent children from being shamed for not having enough lunch money.
EU Adopts New Rules to Curb Financing of Conflict Minerals
This new importing regulation will hopefully prevent funding for armed groups in high-risk conflict areas using forced labor for mineral mining.
German Parliament Votes to Legalize Same-sex Marriage
German lawmakers voted in favor of same-sex marriage 393 to 226 – and the community is rejoicing.
Corruption Money Seized From Ex-Governor to Pay Backlog of Employee Wages
All of the money that former Governor Sérgio Cabral accepted in bribes is being returned to the government, thus paying off their hard-working employees.
San Francisco Bans Sale of Non-Rescue Animals at Pet Stores
San Francisco representatives took a step against abusive puppy mills by banning the sale of non-rescue pets within the city.
Historic Firsts and Achievements of Election Day 2016
If you're feeling blue over this week's Election Day results, check out these groundbreaking victories for minorities.
Iceland to Become First Country Requiring Equal Pay For Women
Iceland's law, which is expected to be passed by 2020, will be the first nationally enforced piece of legislation mandating equal pay for women.
Hawaii Becomes First U.S. State To Adopt Goals in Paris Climate Accord
The Governor of Hawaii has just signed two bills that outline strategies to help meet the goals of the Paris Climate Accord.
Zimbabwe Finally Bans the Beating of Children
The country's High Court has just ruled that the use of corporal punishment in school and at home is unconstitutional.
Irish Parliament Passes Historic Fossil Fuel Divestment Bill
Once this legislation is passed by a finance committee, Ireland could become the first country to ever divest its wealth from oil, gas, and coal.
Nation Finally Outlaws Ownership of Exotic Pets
Keeping cheetahs or lions as pets has long been seen as a sign of status – but now, it will be punishable by extensive fines or jail time.
Governor Proposes Groundbreaking Free Tuition for Middle Class
This revolutionary proposal could provide free college tuition for hundreds of thousands of state families.
D.C. City Council Approves Nation's Most Generous Paid Leave Program
The Univeral Paid Leave Act passed on Tuesday would ensure up to 8 weeks of paid leave for Washington D.C. employees.
New USDA Guidelines Will Prevent Thousands of Pounds of Food Waste
The USDA is planning on nixing "use by" and "sell by" dates so consumers stop throwing away perfectly edible food out of confusion.
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