“As the first state to ratify the 15th Amendment, which gave African Americans the right to vote, Nevada has a long and proud history of supporting civil rights.”

Portland, Ore., Commissioner Carmen Rubio, regarding her lone “no” vote towards a measure that will change the city code to say that people must dismantle campsites during daytime hours in most public places and bans camping entirely in some locations, such as near schools, parks and busy streets. The measure passed with a 3-1 vote and will be implemented in phases and enforcement could begin in late July. (Associated Press — June 8, 2023)

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, as she signed legislation on Wednesday banning the use of handheld cellphones while driving a car, expanding on the state’s texting-and-driving ban. The law will go into effect on June 30. (Associated Press — June 7, 2023)

North Carolina state Sen. Natasha Marcus, regarding a bill that would subject state legislators who change party registrations midterm to an early election to keep the seat. The bill was filed in response to state Rep. Tricia Cotham’s switch to the Republican party two months ago. (Associated Press — June 6, 2023)

Attorney Jeffrey Goodman, regarding the collapse of a six-story apartment building in Davenport, Iowa. The first lawsuit has been filed and alleges multiple counts of negligence. (Associated Press — June 5, 2023)