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business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Oregon Businesses Struggle Financially After Winter Storms"

Independent restaurants and bars in Oregon are seeking immediate aid from the state to address the financial losses caused by winter storms, requesting a 90-day suspension of payroll tax, city and state business taxes, and licensing fees, as well as a three-month moratorium on commercial evictions and the creation of a relief fund. They also seek improved road maintenance and collaboration with utility companies to reduce power outages. The closures have been catastrophic for businesses, with average losses of $23,000 per location and an average wage loss of $1,800 for employees, putting them at risk of permanent closure without assistance.

via KOIN.com|

#bars #business #financial-loss

law-and-politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Supreme Court Examines Social Media Blocking by Public Officials

The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether elected officials' social media accounts should be considered private or government actions subject to the First Amendment. The cases involved officials blocking users from their accounts, with the question being whether this constituted "state action" or private activity. The court struggled to find a clear test, with justices divided on the issue. The cases are part of a broader consideration of how the First Amendment applies to social media companies, including whether states can prohibit platforms from removing posts based on views and whether the Biden administration can contact platforms to combat misinformation.

via The New York Times|

#first-amendment #government-officials #law-and-politics