Search Results: keywords:"state court"

  • H. R. 8410 — To prohibit judges from issuing gag orders in certain circumstances.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:266

    H. R. 8410, also known as the "Let Trump Speak Act," aims to prohibit judges at both federal and state levels from issuing gag orders to defendants in criminal or civil cases, except under specific circumstances. These exceptions include preventing the disclosure of...

    Simple Explanation

    In simple terms, H. R. 8410 is a law that says judges shouldn't stop people from talking about their court cases, unless it's to keep secrets safe, protect kids' privacy, or as part of a deal. If a judge does this in the wrong way, the person can ask another court to help fix it.

  • H. R. 10311 — To provide a private right of action for persons harmed by violations of the Franchise Rule of the Federal Trade Commission, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:317

    H. R. 10311, titled the “Franchisee Freedom Act,” aims to provide a way for individuals to take legal action if they are harmed by violations of the Federal Trade Commission's Franchise Rule. This bill, introduced in the House of Representatives, allows affected individuals...

    Simple Explanation

    The Franchisee Freedom Act is like a superhero for people who feel hurt because someone broke special rules called the Franchise Rule. It lets them ask the courts to help fix the problem and even get some money back for their troubles, just like they could ask for a band-aid and an ice cream if they scraped their knee at the playground.