jurisdiction

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Later in 2026, four more states and 22 local jurisdictions will follow suit.

From The Wall Street Journal

“No additional power or water purchases are needed to support the new electrical load and water demand — costs that, in other utility jurisdictions, often lead to rate increases,” the document states.

From Los Angeles Times

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office has implemented and sustained extensive reforms that demonstrate an enduring commitment to protecting the Sixth and Fourteenth Amendment rights of those in it’s jurisdiction,” said Assistant Atty.

From Los Angeles Times

The reality is that the U.S. has thousands of election jurisdictions, with different rules, counting millions of votes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Drones are often the first responders to a crime scene in local jurisdictions around the country, trailing a suspect from the sky until officers arrive.

From The Wall Street Journal