granted

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Bolzano and neighbouring province Trento were granted the status of autonomous areas in 1972, and in South Tyrol multiculturalism is protected by law.

From Barron's

Their return home came after US District Judge Fred Biery granted an emergency request from the family's lawyer, and ordered their release on Saturday.

From BBC

The secretary of Homeland Security has also waived applicable environmental laws for border projects, a power granted in the Real ID Act of 2005.

From Los Angeles Times

Thorpe‑Spinks added: "I think we take him for granted to be honest."

From BBC

On Saturday, US District Judge Fred Biery granted an emergency request from the family's lawyer, ordering government officials to release the father and son by 3 February.

From BBC