National Attorneys General Training and Research Institute (NAGTRI)

12/22/2021

COVID-19 Vaccines Rollout Nationwide: December 2021

The newest Attorney General Journal article explores the nationwide status of the #COVID19 vaccines rollout. Discover the latest news about COVID boosters, the Delta and Omicron variants, and more: https://www.naag.org/attorney-general-journal/current-status-of-covid-19-vaccines-rollout-nationwide-december-2021-update-for-the-attorney-general-community/.

On December 20, the U.S. reached 203.9 million persons (61.4% of the total U.S. population) being fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

12/21/2021

Attorney General Journal - National Association of Attorneys General

This year NAAG published over 100+ Attorney General Journals. Read from experts on topics such as #consumerprotection, #anticorruption, #cybersecurity, and much more! #EndOfYear

https://www.naag.org/news-resources/attorney-general-journal/

The Attorney General Journal is the online publication of the National Association of Attorneys General.

12/21/2021

The People's Lawyer - National Association of Attorneys General

As we reach the end of #2021, recap the year with the People's Lawyer Podcast Season 2!

This year the #Podcast we invited AGs from different political parties to discuss how they work together in a bipartisan way to serve their constituents & protect the rule of law.

https://www.naag.org/news-resources/podcasts/ #EndOfYear

The People's Lawyer is a biweekly podcast from NAAG that explores the role of state and territory attorneys general as chief legal officers.

12/17/2021

Multistate Consumer Protection Actions

NAAG is pleased to make available the Multistate Settlements Database, an online database of state attorney general multistate consumer protection settlements.

Explore the database: https://www.naag.org/attorney-general-journal/multistate-consumer-protection-actions/

The scope of multistate consumer protection efforts has expanded to nationwide efforts to tackle a range of consumer-focused issues.

12/17/2021

The People's Lawyer - National Association of Attorneys General

As we reach the end of #2021, recap the year with the People's Lawyer Podcast! #EndOfYear

This year we invited attorneys general from different political parties to discuss how they work together in a bipartisan way to serve their constituents and protect the rule of law.

Listen here: https://www.naag.org/news-resources/podcasts/

The People's Lawyer is a biweekly podcast from NAAG that explores the role of state and territory attorneys general as chief legal officers.

12/16/2021

Check out this week's mini episode of the People's Lawyer Podcast! In this episode, we recap some of the amazing season two conversations related to #healthcare.

We hear from Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson as they discuss the bipartisan efforts of attorneys general to address the rising cost of prescription drugs; Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and North Dakota Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem discuss prescription drug costs and pharmacy benefit managers; Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost discuss how they address #Medicaid fraud in their states.

Listen here: https://www.naag.org/podcast/season-2-highlights-how-attorneys-general-address-healthcare-issues/ #law

Check out this week's mini episode of the People's Lawyer Podcast! In this episode, we recap some of the amazing season two conversations related to #healthcare.

We hear from Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson as they discuss the bipartisan efforts of attorneys general to address the rising cost of prescription drugs; Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and North Dakota Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem discuss prescription drug costs and pharmacy benefit managers; Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost discuss how they address #Medicaid fraud in their states.

Listen here: https://www.naag.org/podcast/season-2-highlights-how-attorneys-general-address-healthcare-issues/ #law

12/15/2021

State Attorneys General May Obtain Disgorgement of Profits Obtained Outside the State

A New York district court recently reaffirmed the right of state attorneys general to seek disgorgement on a national level from defendants in antitrust cases brought by the states.

Learn more: https://www.naag.org/attorney-general-journal/state-attorneys-general-may-obtain-disgorgement-of-profits-obtained-outside-the-state/

States seeking disgorgement are not limited to profits earned by defendants within the state according to a recent court decision.

12/14/2021

NAAG is #hiring! Learn more and apply here: https://naag.org/about-naag/careers-at-naag/.

Applications received prior to December 27, 2021, will be given priority review.

NAAG is #hiring! Learn more and apply here: https://naag.org/about-naag/careers-at-naag/.

Applications received prior to December 27, 2021, will be given priority review.

12/14/2021

ORDER NOW: The #AnticorruptionManual: A Guide for State Prosecutors! The manual provides an extensive overview of prosecuting corruption in the U.S.

This is the first-ever manual dedicated for state and local corruption prosecutors.

Order your copy today: https://www.naag.org/anticorruption-manual/

ORDER NOW: The #AnticorruptionManual: A Guide for State Prosecutors! The manual provides an extensive overview of prosecuting corruption in the U.S.

This is the first-ever manual dedicated for state and local corruption prosecutors.

Order your copy today: https://www.naag.org/anticorruption-manual/

12/08/2021

This week at NAAG's #2021CapitalForum D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine concluded his term as 2021 NAAG President, handing the presidential gavel to Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller with a behind-the-back pass. We thank AG Racine for his leadership!

12/02/2021

Multistate Consumer Protection Actions

NAAG is excited to announce the launch of a new online database containing information about multistate settlements between attorneys general and private entities from the early 1980s to the present. This new #database contains the most comprehensive dataset of #multistate litigation related to #consumerprotection, #antitrust, and #environmental issues.

https://www.naag.org/news-resources/research-data/multistate-settlements-database/?preview_id=16611

The scope of multistate consumer protection efforts has expanded to nationwide efforts to tackle a range of consumer-focused issues.

11/29/2021

There's still time to register for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum in Washington, D.C. or virtually. The event will include a panel discussion on #Federalism in Regulatory Decision-making. The panel will highlight opportunities and challenges for state attorneys general to constructively engage with federal #policymakers regarding complex issues that require state partnership.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

There's still time to register for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum in Washington, D.C. or virtually. The event will include a panel discussion on #Federalism in Regulatory Decision-making. The panel will highlight opportunities and challenges for state attorneys general to constructively engage with federal #policymakers regarding complex issues that require state partnership.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

11/24/2021

Early registration discount ends TODAY!

Register for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum in D.C. or #virtually. The event will include a panel discussion on Ethical Approaches for Attorneys General to Reduce #CyberRisk & Manage #CyberIncidents.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

Early registration discount ends TODAY!

Register for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum in D.C. or #virtually. The event will include a panel discussion on Ethical Approaches for Attorneys General to Reduce #CyberRisk & Manage #CyberIncidents.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

11/22/2021

Early registration discounts end this Wednesday!

Register today for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. or virtually! The event will include a panel discussion on #Algorithms: Benefits and Dangers, moderated by North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein and Tennessee Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III. This session will discuss what #consumers should know, what enforcers should look for, and how businesses should operate, all to ensure that algorithmic decisions are fair and don’t violate the #law.

Register: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

Early registration discounts end this Wednesday!

Register today for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. or virtually! The event will include a panel discussion on #Algorithms: Benefits and Dangers, moderated by North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein and Tennessee Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III. This session will discuss what #consumers should know, what enforcers should look for, and how businesses should operate, all to ensure that algorithmic decisions are fair and don’t violate the #law.

Register: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

11/18/2021

Register now for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. or virtually. The event will include a panel on U.S. #SupremeCourt Update, featuring two of the nation’s leading U.S. Supreme Court practitioners will discuss the cases before the Court this Term.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

Register now for NAAG’s #2021CapitalForum on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. or virtually. The event will include a panel on U.S. #SupremeCourt Update, featuring two of the nation’s leading U.S. Supreme Court practitioners will discuss the cases before the Court this Term.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

11/17/2021

Check out this weeks episode of the People's Lawyer podcast! In this mini episode, we recap season 2 conversations between attorneys general about their work protecting consumers.

Listen here: https://www.naag.org/podcast/episode-22-season-2-highlights-how-attorneys-general-protect-consumers/ or on any major podcast platforms.

Check out this weeks episode of the People's Lawyer podcast! In this mini episode, we recap season 2 conversations between attorneys general about their work protecting consumers.

Listen here: https://www.naag.org/podcast/episode-22-season-2-highlights-how-attorneys-general-protect-consumers/ or on any major podcast platforms.

11/15/2021

AGs Support Efforts to Stop Robocallers from Misusing Legitimate Numbers

Today, the AGs from all 50 states and DC wrote the Federal Communications Commission in support of its efforts to stop #robocallers from misusing legitimate phone numbers. The comment letter was led by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein. #StateAG #Robocalls

Learn more: https://www.naag.org/press-releases/51-attorneys-general-urge-efforts-to-stop-robocallers-from-misusing-legitimate-phone-numbers/

NAAG wrote the Federal Communications Commission in support of its efforts to reduce illegal robocallers’ access to legitimate phone numbers.

11/15/2021

Join NAAG & the AG community on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. for the #2021CapitalForum.

This annual event allows state and territory attorneys general to engage with federal officials, discuss important #policy issues, and learn about the latest state and federal #legal developments.

Register here: Join NAAG & the AG community on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. for the #2021CapitalForum.

This annual event allows state and territory attorneys general to engage with federal officials, discuss important #policy issues, and learn about the latest state and federal #legal developments.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

Join NAAG & the AG community on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. for the #2021CapitalForum.

This annual event allows state and territory attorneys general to engage with federal officials, discuss important #policy issues, and learn about the latest state and federal #legal developments.

Register here: Join NAAG & the AG community on 12/6-12/8 in Washington, D.C. for the #2021CapitalForum.

This annual event allows state and territory attorneys general to engage with federal officials, discuss important #policy issues, and learn about the latest state and federal #legal developments.

Register here: https://www.naag.org/event/2021-capital-forum/

11/11/2021

To all those who have served and are still serving, we thank you! #VeteransDay

To all those who have served and are still serving, we thank you! #VeteransDay

11/10/2021

Investigatory Authority of Hawaii Attorney General Affirmed

The Hawaii attorney general’s subpoena authority was recently upheld by the Hawaii supreme court. #law

Learn more about the case: https://www.naag.org/attorney-general-journal/investigatory-authority-of-hawaii-attorney-general-affirmed/

The Hawaii attorney general's authority to issue investigatory subpoenas was reaffirmed by the Hawaii supreme court.

11/09/2021

A bipartisan coalition of 43 attorneys general is urging Congress to pass the Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act. The legislation would prevent companies from filing for bankruptcy in a more favorable district. #bankruptcylaw

📝https://www.naag.org/press-releases/bipartisan-coalition-of-attorneys-general-support-bankruptcy-venue-reform-act/

A bipartisan coalition of 43 attorneys general is urging Congress to pass the Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act. The legislation would prevent companies from filing for bankruptcy in a more favorable district. #bankruptcylaw

📝https://www.naag.org/press-releases/bipartisan-coalition-of-attorneys-general-support-bankruptcy-venue-reform-act/

11/05/2021

Current Status of COVID-19 Vaccines Rollout Nationwide: October 2021

On October 22, the U.S. reached over 611.0 million total COVID-19 vaccine doses administered. Learn more about the latest developments in the country's efforts to rollout #COVID19 vaccines. ⬇️

Discover the latest developments as of October 2021 in the U.S. related to the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines.

11/05/2021

Program Coordinator - National Association of Attorneys General

Join the NAAG team! Learn more about the open Program Coordinator position.

Apply here: https://www.naag.org/job/program-coordinator-2/.

Applications received prior to November 29, 2021, will be given priority review.

The Program Coordinator supports the work of NAAG and NAGTRI by coordinating all logistical aspects of assigned programs, in both in-person and virtual environments. The Program Coordinator is also responsible…

11/04/2021

Human trafficking can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity. Ensuring victim safety is paramount to effectively investigate and prosecute cases.

This week’s webinar in the global series on #humantrafficking examines how to properly aid victims and ensure that their safety, daily needs, and medical care and addressed.

Human trafficking can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity. Ensuring victim safety is paramount to effectively investigate and prosecute cases.

This week’s webinar in the global series on #humantrafficking examines how to properly aid victims and ensure that their safety, daily needs, and medical care and addressed.

11/03/2021

Alaska AG's Common Law Powers Do Not Allow Suit Against Legislature

Learn more about the common law powers of the Alaska attorney general from the latest Attorney General Journal article.

https://www.naag.org/attorney-general-journal/alaska-attorney-generals-common-law-powers-do-not-allow-suit-against-legislature/

The reach of the Alaska attorney general’s common law powers was the central focus In Taylor v. Alaska Legislative Affairs Agency, No. 3AN-21-0639ICI (July 29, 2021).

10/25/2021

Supreme Court Report - National Association of Attorneys General

The #SupremeCourt Report summarizes opinions issued and cases granted review by the Court. It is published frequently during the U.S. Supreme Court Term by the NAAG Center for Supreme Court Advocacy.

Read the latest reports: https://www.naag.org/our-work/naag-center-for-supreme-court-advocacy/supreme-court-report/

The Supreme Court Report summarizes opinions issued and cases granted review by the Court. It is published weekly during the Court Term.