lawmakers

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In September lawmakers had legalised tattooing by non-medical professionals following a sustained artists' campaign against the fear and harassment they faced.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

For months, lawmakers inspecting the facility have corroborated reports of inhumane conditions and called for immediate intervention.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

New Jersey lawmakers have proposed a short-term increase in its sales tax to 9.6% from 6.6% and in its lodging tax to 7.5% from 5%.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The law made congressional approval of states of emergency mandatory, and also gave lawmakers the right to propose amendments to prevent abuses.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

They were accused of flirting with lawmakers as they invited them to garden parties, parades, and pro-suffrage dinners to earn their support.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling