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Athens City Council tables a proposal to regulate tobacco retailers
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — After much discussion, the Athens City Council has put off until next year a decision about creating a licensing program for tobacco retailers. Among other things,… Read More
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Why several states are pushing to loosen child labor restrictions
By: PBS Newshour
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (PBS NewsHour) — The U.S. government found child labor violations involving over 3,800 minors in 2022. At the same time, some states say there is too much regulation… Read More
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Not Just Airplanes: Why The Government Often Lets Industry Regulate Itself
By: Brian Naylor | NPR
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A number of government agencies work closely with the industries they are charged with regulating. The issue surfaced after Boeing’s 737 Max planes had to be grounded by the FAA.
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Trump Administration Eases Regulation Of Methane Leaks On Public Lands
By: Jennifer Ludden | NPR
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The proposal to reduce limits on methane emissions from oil and gas operations on public land is the latest move to roll back Obama-era climate regulations.