Texas Responsible AI Governance Act compliance: A sample policy framework

The Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act will take effect 1 Jan. 2026; it applies broadly to all businesses operating in Texas that use an artificial intelligence system in the state as well as companies whose products or services are used by Texas residents.

The TRAIGA targets AI systems, defined as "any machine-based system that, for any explicit or implicit objective, infers from the inputs the system receives how to generate outputs, including content, decisions, predictions, or recommendations that can influence physical or virtual environments." Its scope includes both the developer and deployer of the AI system. Businesses can use the following sample policy framework as a starting point for TRAIGA compliance.

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The EU and the US reached a transatlantic data privacy framework agreement to further ensure the privacy security of EU residents.

by Mash Yang - Mashdigi

The European Union recently announced that it has reached a consensus with the United States toNew transatlantic data privacy framework (Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework) to ensure the privacy security of users in the EU.

The main reason for establishing this data privacy framework is that the flow of information between Europe and the United States is quite large, and it has become the main driving force of important economic activities in the transatlantic range, even generating economic benefits of up to US$7.1 trillion.

Read more: https://mashdigi.com/eu-u-s-data-agreement-an-important-milestone-for-data-protection-microsoft-is-committed-to-doing-our-part/

Massachusetts Would Recriminalize Recreational Marijuana Sales Under 2026 Ballot Initiatives Being Reviewed By Attorney General

by Kyle Jaeger - Marijuana Moment

The attorney general of Massachusetts has published dozens of proposed initiatives for the 2026 ballot—including a pair that would roll back adult-use marijuana legalization in the state.

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell’s (D) office released a total of 47 initiative petitions filed by 19 groups ahead of a deadline on Wednesday. It will now review each of them to determine if they can be legally certified.

Read more: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/massachusetts-would-recriminalize-recreational-marijuana-sales-under-2026-ballot-initiatives-being-reviewed-by-attorney-general/

Gov. Lombardo signs Miya’s Law, mandating background checks for apartment maintenance workers

Press Release - CarsonNow.org

Las Vegas, NV — On Monday, August 4, 2025, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo officially signed Senate Bill 114, also known as Miya’s Law, into law during a ceremonial event in Las Vegas.

Championed by Senator Julie Pazina, the legislation strengthens tenant protections across Nevada by requiring background checks for apartment maintenance workers and establishing rigorous key security protocols in residential complexes.

Read more: https://www.carsonnow.org/08/05/2025/gov-lombardo-signs-miyas-law-mandating-background-checks-for-apartment-maintenance-workers

White House unveils AI Action Plan

by Caitlin Andrews - IAPP

The White House released its vision for artificial intelligence policy 23 July with a heavy focus on breaking down barriers to the technology’s innovation and adoption, including another attempt to stop states from enacting their own AI regulation.

The 28-page "America’s AI Action Plan" stems from President Donald Trump's January executive order on AI and is part of a marked tone shift toward policy aimed at fostering U.S. AI dominance in the face of fierce competition from China. Trump directed agencies to come up with a plan after extensive public comment from academia, civil society and industry. Additional executive orders putting some of the plan's points into action are expected, Reuters reports.

Read more: https://iapp.org/news/a/white-house-unveils-ai-action-plan/?mkt_tok=MTM4LUVaTS0wNDIAAAGb12ALkJUmpPwqxHP5doh6taqE7sHKN2WF9EblDkMAoIe-TrzI4cq-MNYG56v1C4Dj1a8iKV52zDs5bXxW3ZG7pKRygcjjQeJkwC5ZTIY8dCGP

Proposed New Jersey Regulations Would Require Major Privacy Compliance Shifts for Businesses

by Fisher Phillips

New Jersey officials recently released proposed privacy regulations that would create several new compliance obligations for businesses above and beyond what existing state law and many other state laws require, meaning you may need to adjust your compliance approach if you do business there. The June 2 release by the Office of Consumer Protection aims to stretch the boundaries of the New Jersey Data Privacy Act (NJDPA) – so much so, in fact, that you should not assume your existing compliance programs would fully satisfy these proposed requirements. They include detailed standards for obtaining consumer consent, specific content and timing requirements for loyalty program notices, expanded definitions of personal and sensitive data, and new restrictions on the use of data for AI model training. The public comment period for businesses that want to make their voice heard runs through August 1, 2025. What do you need to know about these proposed rules, and what can you do help shape policy before these take effect without substantive changes?

Read more: https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/news-insights/proposed-new-jersey-regulations-would-require-major-privacy-compliance-shifts-for-businesses.html

Florida’s New Security Law Just Changed Apartment Management

by Franco Faraudo - Propmodo

Florida has added a new requirement to every apartment operator’s compliance checklist. Prompted by the 2021 murder of 19-year-old Miya Marcano—who was killed in her Orlando apartment by a maintenance worker who used a spare key fob to enter—“Miya’s Law” now mandates stricter security protocols for multifamily properties. As of July 1, the law requires staff to give at least 24 hours’ written notice before entering any unit and for landlords to keep detailed entry logs for every apartment.

Read more: https://propmodo.com/floridas-new-security-law-just-changed-apartment-management/

Japan expands scope of background checks amid child safety concerns

by Karin Kaneko - The Japan Times

Amid heightened concerns over child safety, the government is expanding the scope of its planned background check system designed to protect children from sexual offenders.

A new system, commonly referred to as the “Japanese version of the U.K.’s Disclosure and Barring Service,” is set to go into effect in December 2026. It aims to ensure a safe learning environment for minors by facilitating background checks on individuals seeking work that involves interacting with children.

Read more: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/07/01/japan/crime-legal/japan-version-dbs/

Texas Considers Statewide Ban-the-Box Law: What Employers Need to Know

by Katy Jo Richards - Dykema

Takeways

• Texas is considering HB 2466, a statewide ban-the-box bill that would restrict when employers can ask about criminal history.

• The bill applies to public employers and private employers with 15 or more employees, but excludes certain regulated positions.

• If enacted, HB 2466 would take effect September 1, 2025, requiring updates to hiring policies and practices.

Read more: https://www.laboremployment-lawblog.com/texas-considers-statewide-ban-the-box-law-what-employers-need-to-know/

New Hiring and Employment Records Laws Take Effect in Washington

by Ed Choi - Miller Nash

During the 2025 legislative session, Washington State enacted several new measures that will significantly impact employer obligations related to hiring practices and personnel recordkeeping. Two statewide bills—HB 1308 and HB 1747—make important changes to employee access to personnel files and the timing and use of criminal background checks in hiring. In addition, the Spokane City Council adopted a local ordinance restricting the use of residential address information in the early stages of the hiring process. These laws reflect a broader legislative focus on increasing transparency for workers and reducing barriers to employment. Read on to understand the implications of these new laws and learn what steps employers should take to prepare for these changes.

Read more: https://www.millernash.com/industry-news/new-hiring-and-employment-records-laws-take-effect-in-washington