Supreme Court Report: Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, 21-454
February 14, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 8 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 24, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 21 and 24, 2022 (Part II). Cases Granted Review: Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, 21-454 Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, 21-454. This case seeks to resolve the proper scope of…
Supreme Court Report: Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President & Fellows of Harvard College, 20-1199; Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. University of North Carolina, 21-707
February 14, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 8 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 24, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 21 and 24, 2022 (Part II). Cases Granted Review: Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President & Fellows of Harvard College, 20-1199; Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. University of…
Supreme Court Report: Hughes v. Northwestern University, 19-1401
February 14, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 8 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 24, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 21 and 24, 2022 (Part II). Opinion: Hughes v. Northwestern University, 19-1401 Hughes v. Northwestern University, 19-1401. In an 8–0 decision, the Court held—in a case under the Employee Retirement…
How Scammers and Marketers Use Psychology to Persuade Consumers
In celebration of 2021 National Consumer Protection Week, the NAAG Consumer Protection Committee and NAGTRI Center for Consumer Protection host a dialogue with experts in the field of consumer psychology and consumer advertising. They discuss how consumers make decisions and how scammers and marketers use psychology to persuade consumers.
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Work Smarter, Not Harder: Using Data in Charity Enforcement
Access to information and analysis of data can enable regulators to target enforcement efforts effectively for increased impact. Learn about the kinds of data available, and how it can be used in a major enforcement initiative or in an existing investigation. Hear about some interesting state enforcement efforts using data from state enforcement officials and…
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We’re Hiring! How to Create an Effective Job Description to Attract Talent
This on-demand course offers information on developing and updating position descriptions as tools that support overall performance management. This course: Addresses the value and purpose of job descriptions and essential content. Suggests best practices for writing useful job descriptions. Discusses job description samples and reference the differences between descriptions and work plans.
The State of State Cybersecurity: An Update for the Attorney General Community
The increased frequency and scale of recent ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure and private networks has raised serious concerns and questions about the cyber vulnerabilities of our nation’s public and private sector networks, particularly critical infrastructure. This on-demand course provides an update on the state of state cybersecurity, including state critical assets generally, and government…
Charity Regulation and Oversight of 501(c)(4) Social Welfare Organizations
State attorneys general and other charity regulators have clear authority and responsibility for the oversight of charitable organizations. Usually, these organizations are recognized as tax exempt by the IRS under IRC Sec. 501(c)(3). But what about social welfare organizations that are tax exempt under 501(c)(4)? This webinar addresses the following: What are 501(c)(4) organizations and…
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Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning: What Attorney General Offices Need to Know
This webinar provides an overview of issues related to the closure and decommissioning of nuclear power plants. The program includes a discussion of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) process and NRC oversight of radiological decommissioning, the importance and role of nuclear decommissioning trust funds, state agency jurisdiction for site restoration, issues not subject to…
Responding to Hate, Building Safer Communities Webinar
As part of his 2021 Presidential Initiative “The People v. Hate: Standing Up for Humanity,” NAAG President and District of Columbia Attorney General Karl A. Racine hosts a training focused on hate crimes. Join nationally recognized experts to learn more about the special role hate crime laws play in the United States, civil litigation strategies…
