Model Policies
Model Policies (page 5)
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Auditor Powers Modernization Act
Section 1. Definitions (A) “Artificial intelligence” means a machine-based system that can, for a given set of human-defined objectives, make predictions, recommendations, or decisions influencing real or virtual…
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Combatting Internet Crimes Against Children Act
Section 1. Definitions (A) “Affiliate” means a local law enforcement agency in this State which has a current memorandum of understanding with an established internet crimes against children task force or…
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Sales Tax Exemption for Purchase of Precious Metals
Be it enacted by the Legislature of [state name] Findings and Purpose The purpose of this bill is to: (a) Exempt certain gold and silver products from sales and use…
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Citizen Standing and Election Enforcement Act
Section 1. Title This Act may be cited as the “Citizen Standing and Election Enforcement Act.” Section 2: Purpose. The purpose of this…
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Legislative Approval of Administrative Rules Act
Section 1. Short Title. This Act shall be known and may be cited as the “Legislative Approval of Administrative Rules Act.” Section 2. Legislative Findings…
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Home-Based Business Fairness Act
A. The use of a residential dwelling for a home-based business is a permitted use, except that this permission does not supersede any of the following: Any deed restriction, covenant…
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A Local Resolution in Support of State Minimum Wage Law
WHEREAS, [Insert Jurisdiction] is a political subdivision, created by the [Insert State] WHEREAS, [Insert Jurisdiction] is tasked by the [Insert State] to carry out certain core responsibilities as approved by…
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Statement of Principles on Legislative Oversight
Guiding Principles of Legislative Oversight Seeking Information – The state legislature must have the information necessary to conduct oversight activities. Therefore, the legislature must have the ability to hold hearings, compel the appearance of government officials, and compel the production of documents. Legislative…
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An Act to Establish a Court Appearance Reminder Program and Reduce Failure to Appear
Section 1. Legislative findings and purpose. The Legislature finds that: (a) Every missed court appearance where a warrant is a consequence costs the government an…
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Residential Reliability Act
Section 1.Definitions A. “Residential energy backup system” means a backup energy system, and any associated infrastructure and equipment, installed at a residential property that is capable of providing…
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State Energy Facility Siting and Permit Certainty Act
Section 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the “State Energy Facility Siting and Permit Certainty Act.” Section 2. Definitions. For…
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The Phantom Damages Elimination Act
Section 1. Title. This Act may be known as the Phantom Damages Elimination Act. Section 2. Purpose. The purpose of this Act is to provide fair compensation for past and…
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Freedom of Expression Protection Act
Section 1. Short Title. This Act may be cited as the “Freedom of Expression Protection Act.” Section 2. Definitions For purposes of this Act, the…
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Survivor Justice Act
Section 1. Short Title This Act shall be known and may be cited as the “Survivor Justice Act.” Section 2. Purpose and Findings …
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Veterans Mental Health Innovations Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF _________: Section 1. LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS. Ibogaine is a naturally-occurring psychoactive compound that has demonstrated promise in…
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Uniformed Services Child School Transitions Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF _________: Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this policy is to: (a) Maximize the potential for effective…
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Veterans Dignity in Crisis Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF _________: Section 1. Purpose. An emergency measure that grants a peace or police officer who is an…
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Identifying Veterans in the Justice System Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF _________: Section 1. Purpose. To codify the definition of a military veteran for the purposes of identification in…
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The Therapeutic Psilocybin Act for Veterans and First Responders
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF _________: Section 1. Legislative Findings. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe mental health condition with limited…
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Statement of Principles on Homestead Property Tax Exemptions
Principle of Homeownership Homeownership is considered a cornerstone of the American dream, providing a pathway to financial prosperity and wealth building through equity. Homeownership fosters community and personal stability…