JURIST

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Gabon witnessed a significant political moment on Saturday, as a referendum on a new constitution that will reintroduce democratic civilian government was approved by 91.% The post Gabon approves new constitution in referendum restoring civilian government appeared first on JURIST - News.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Nicaraguan parliament on Friday unanimously approved partial constitutional reforms proposed by President Daniel Ortega. After the approval by the first legislature, the reforms are set for approval in the second legislature on January 10, 2025.

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JURIST

APRIL 24, 2024

The EU Parliament on Tuesday approved new regulations prohibiting the sale, import and export of goods made using forced labour. The regulations, were approved by an overwhelming majority, with 555 in favour and six against, and aim to tighten access to EU single market for third countries.

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JURIST

MARCH 19, 2025

Amnesty International expressed concerns on Tuesday about the recent approval by the Peruvian Congress of an amendment to Law 27692, which established the Peruvian Agency for International Cooperation (APCI). On March 13, the Peruvian Congress approved a bill amending Law 27692, which drew criticism from civil society organizations.

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FDA Law Blog

JANUARY 30, 2025

Valentine We recently blogged about a new December 2024 draft guidance about accelerated approval (the December 2024 draft guidance). That post largely focused on endpoints as well as the broader context for when accelerated approval is appropriate. Raver & James E.

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2025

The post New Law School Gets American Bar Association Approval appeared first on Above the Law. As the dean notes, From the beginning, our goal was to secure accreditation before our first class completed their studies, and we are proud to have achieved this crucial milestone. See the answer on the next page.

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JURIST

MAY 26, 2024

The Council of the European Union approved the EU Directive on corporate sustainability due diligence (CSDDD) on Friday. The approval by the Council means that the CSDDD is adopted as legislation and its approval comes after the proposal was initially blocked in February.

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JURIST

MARCH 14, 2025

The Peruvian Congress approved Wednesday a controversial reform to the 2002 legislation that created the Peruvian Agency for International Cooperation (APCI) and oversees international aid. The post Peru congress approves ‘anti-NGO bill’ hindering human rights lawsuits against government appeared first on JURIST - News.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The post Philippines House of Representatives approves impeachment proceedings for corruption against Vice President appeared first on JURIST - News.

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EvidenceProf Blog

MARCH 15, 2022

Today, Judge Melissa M. Phinn granted the Joint Petition for Post Conviction DNA Testing in the Adnan Syed case. Here is the judge's order: So, let's break that down. First, the order requires the Baltimore Police to overnight the named.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Israeli Communications Minister Schloma Karhi announced Friday that Israel’s government approved regulations that give them powers to suspend the broadcasting of foreign news organizations during states of emergency.

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JURIST

JUNE 30, 2024

Australia Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers approved ANZ’s $4.9 The approval overturned the national consumer watchdog’s previous decision due to competition concerns. Approving the acquisition, Chalmers put on ANZ strict and enforceable conditions. The post Australia treasurer approves ANZ’s $4.9

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JURIST

MAY 26, 2024

Member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization ( WIPO ) approved a groundbreaking new treaty relating to intellectual property, genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge on Friday at a diplomatic conference in Geneva.

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JURIST

MARCH 13, 2024

The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a bill that could ban TikTok in the US. The bill approved by the House on Wednesday referred instead to the term “foreign adversaries” to describe “non-allied foreign nations,” as listed in 10 U.S. The article has been updated to reflect this change.

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HowAppealing

APRIL 30, 2025

“Supreme Court Appears Open to Approving Religious Charter Schools; The justices have allowed vouchers for religious schools and required equal treatment in tuition programs; But direct government payments to religious public schools pose a new test”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report.

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JURIST

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The South Korean Parliament approved the impeachment motions against the Justice Minister and Police Chief for their involvement in the planning and execution of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived martial law decree at the 2nd plenary session of the 419th National Assembly on Thursday.

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JURIST

AUGUST 21, 2024

Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, the Ukrainian parliament, approved the Law on Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine on the Activities of Religious Organizations in Ukraine (No. The post Ukraine parliament approves ban on religious organisations tied to Russia appeared first on JURIST - News.

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JURIST

MARCH 8, 2024

The bill now awaits approval from the Delaware Senate before it becomes law. The post Delaware House approves bill creating new permit requirements to purchase handguns appeared first on JURIST - News.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

The post China approves retirement age increase amid demographic challenges appeared first on JURIST - News. This flexibility is intended to balance the needs of different sectors and ensure that those in physically challenging positions can retire earlier if necessary.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The High Court of Sindh rejected on Monday a petition to prevent the Federal Cabinet from approving the proposed 26th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan. The petitioners requested the court to halt the Federal Cabinet of Pakistan from approving the amendment.

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JURIST

AUGUST 3, 2024

The post US Senate approves bill adding 66 federal judgeships over next decade appeared first on JURIST - News. The bill awaits its passage in the US House of Representatives to complete the next step required to become law, as Senator Young and Senator Coons urge the House to swiftly pass the bill.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Alabama Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that puts a politically-appointed board in charge of the Alabama Department of Archives and History (ADAH), as well as a bill that makes it easier for municipalities to fire members of a local library’s board of directors.

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FDA Law Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

Sasinowski On December 5, 2024, FDA published a new draft guidance on accelerated approval providing a much needed and substantial update to its guidance on the pathway. FDAs application and use of accelerated approval has evolved dramatically since it was first developed by the Agency to help address the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the late 1980s.

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JURIST

JANUARY 26, 2025

The arrest warrant was approved last Sunday, and Yoon has remained in pre-trial detention. Yoon, now in prison, still remains president of the country until the court approves the impeachment motion. Yoon first was taken into custody on January 15 to be questioned by investigators for his alleged role in leading an insurrection.

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At the Lectern

MAY 3, 2025

And Newsom has a nearly perfect record he withdrew one request before a ruling, but the court has approved all 71 of his other requests that have been ruled on. .” The court has said it reviews clemency recommendation requests under a deferential standard. See here and here.)

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JURIST

MARCH 11, 2025

Despite intensive domestic protests, Slovakia’s parliament approved a contentious law in July 2024 to dissolve the state-funded media organization Radio and Television of Slovakia (RTVS), which has served as Slovakia’s public broadcaster since 2011, being alleged to be in breach of provisions under the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA).

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FDA Law Blog

APRIL 13, 2025

The letter is notable as it is the second OPDP enforcement letter describing violative promotion about an accelerated approval drug within the last six months. Both cases involve oncology drugs granted accelerated approval. Join us as we break down what went wrong this time. What Happened?

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JURIST

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan on Friday approved a landmark billto strengthen protections for whistleblowers, according to local media. The bill represents a significant move in the country’s fight against corruption and illegal activities.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Widespread protests began at around the same time that approval was given to the law by the Senate. The challenge to the reform was supported by 7 judges, falling 1 short of the 8 required to find portions of the reforms unconstitutional. Federal judges and magistrates also went on strike against the changes until mid-October.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Mexico’s Senate voted on Friday to block courts from challenging or halting constitutional amendments approved by Congress. The vote was aimed at safeguarding a series of reforms from Supreme Court interference as the court reviews an extensive judicial overhaul.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2025

Petro may also extend that period two times, the second time requiring congressional approval. The declaration grants Petro special powers for 90 days and allows the government to impose curfews and traffic restrictions to restore order.

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JURIST

DECEMBER 3, 2024

” He added that the EU, as Egypt’s strategic partner , must urge the government to introduce the necessary amendments before approving the new law. The controversial refugee bill, approved by the parliament in November 2024, constitutes Egypt’s first asylum law.

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JURIST

MAY 13, 2025

The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) expressed serious concern on Monday over Egypts newly approved draft Code of Criminal Procedure , citing potential violations of international human rights laws. Egypt’s proposed criminal code has drawn criticism from human rights groups worldwide.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Mori became concerned when the Crown acquired land from individuals or groups, generally without the approval or knowledge of major leaders or the community. Following the arrival of European settlers in the early 1840s, the Crown began purchasing land in Taranaki.

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