Tag: #legislation

Duma to review bill that would curtail passports, assets and services for exiled Russians

Human Rights Watch says Russia’s Duma will review a draft law on May 26 to deny passports, freeze assets and block services for exiled critics.

#russia, #humanrights, #exile, #legislation

Senate’s GUARD Act Narrows Focus to AI Companions, Raising Privacy Concerns

Revised GUARD Act targets AI companions but privacy groups warn identity-linked age checks could create surveillance risks and block access for some youth.

#ai, #legislation, #privacy, #child-safety

California Bill Would Bar Children Under 16 From Social Media, Require State Age Verification

California’s A.B. 1709 would bar under-16s from social media, tie age checks to the state’s Digital Age Assurance Act and impose fines for violations.

#california, #socialmedia, #privacy, #legislation

Lula Sends Bill to Cut Brazil’s Workweek to 40 Hours, End Widespread 6×1 Schedules

Lula sent Congress a bill to cut Brazil’s workweek to 40 hours and end common six‑days‑on/one‑day‑off schedules, sparking a fast‑track fight over costs and labor rights.

#brazil, #labor, #workweek, #lula, #legislation