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.

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Supreme Court Report: Hemphill v. New York, 20-637

February 3, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 7 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 20, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 14, 2022 (Part II). Opinion: Hemphill v. New York, 20-637 Hemphill v. New York, 20-637.  By an 8-1 vote, the Court declared unconstitutional a New York rule of criminal procedure…

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Supreme Court Report: George v. McDonough, 21-234

February 3, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 7 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 20, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 14, 2022 (Part II). Cases Granted Review: George v. McDonough, 21-234 George v. McDonough, 21-234. The Court will determine whether the Department of Veterans Affairs’ “application of a regulation that…

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Supreme Court Report: Tekoh v. Vega, 21-499

February 3, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 7 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 20, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 14, 2022 (Part II). Cases Granted Review: Tekoh v. Vega, 21-499 Tekoh v. Vega, 21-499. At issue is whether the use of an un-Mirandized statement against a defendant in a…

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Supreme Court Report: Shoop v. Twyford, 21-511

February 3, 2022 Volume 29, Issue 7 This Report summarizes an opinion issued on January 20, 2022 (Part I); and cases granted review on January 14, 2022 (Part II). Cases Granted Review: Shoop v. Twyford, 21-511 Shoop v. Twyford, 21-511. This case involves the question whether a federal court may, pursuant to its authority under…

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