Tag: legislation
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The Alarming Reality of Toddler-Involved Shootings: A Call for Action
Get Pregnant Fast This year, a staggering 43 incidents have been reported involving toddlers, aged three and under, unintentionally discharging firearms. According to recent statistics from a prominent news source, in 31 of these cases, the child accidentally shot themselves. Take a moment to absorb that figure. A recent article titled “Weekly Incidents of Gunfire…
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New Jersey’s Proposed “Texting While Walking” Ban: A Call for Awareness
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where our smartphones seem glued to our hands, it’s no surprise that our fixation on these devices has led to some pretty dangerous situations. Recent news from New Jersey highlights the alarming trend of injuries stemming from “distracted walking.” State Assemblywoman Sara Jenkins has put forth a proposal aimed…
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Let’s Stop Ignoring Our Ability to Address Gun Violence
Get Pregnant Fast The recent tragedy that unfolded, resulting in the loss of 14 lives at a facility for individuals with developmental disabilities, marks the deadliest mass shooting since the Sandy Hook incident. Over the past week alone, we have witnessed six mass shootings, a term defined as incidents involving four or more victims. According…
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Grieving Parent Advocates for EpiPen Accessibility in Public Spaces
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt push to save lives, a grieving parent is advocating for legislation aimed at making EpiPens more widely available and accessible in public areas. For those with severe allergies, carrying an EpiPen can be a matter of life and death, yet a tragic incident has highlighted the importance of having…
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Moms Battle for Recess Legislation as Senator Dismisses Their Efforts
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine a scenario where your children attend a public school that offers no recess at all. What steps would you take? For a group of dedicated mothers in Florida, known as the Recess Advocates, the answer was to launch a petition that eventually led to the introduction of a bill. These mothers…