STATE-AG

State AGs Continue Live Nation Antitrust Case

A coalition of State Attorneys General, led by Colorado AG Phil Weiser, has announced their intention to continue pursuing their antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The states believe the recent settlement with the Department of Justice does not adequately address the harms caused by Live Nation's alleged monopolization of the live music industry.

California AG Exposes $1.8M Luxury Vehicle Tax Evasion Scheme

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced charges against 14 individuals for allegedly evading over $1.8 million in taxes on luxury vehicle purchases. The scheme involved falsely reporting vehicles as being used out-of-state, while they remained in California. The investigation uncovered over $20 million in evaded taxes.

NY AG, NYPD, ATF Arrest Gun Trafficker, Seize 32 Firearms

New York Attorney General Letitia James, the NYPD, and ATF announced the arrest of Khyle Williams for illegally selling firearms. The investigation seized 32 firearms and led to 176 charges against Williams, who faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted.

State AGs Secure Court Order to Restore FEMA Disaster Funding

A coalition of State Attorneys General, led by Washington, secured a court order compelling FEMA to restore billions in funding for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. The order requires FEMA to reverse the program's termination and issue a new funding opportunity within 21 days.

Poacher Sentenced to 43.5 Months for Felonies

The Washington Attorney General's office secured a guilty plea and a 43.5-month prison sentence for Ronald Livermore, a prolific poacher convicted of seven felonies including illegal firearm possession and hunting. This sentence is reportedly the longest agreed recommendation for illegal hunting in nearly a decade.

State AG Settlement with Debt Collector for Deceptive Practices

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced a settlement with Credence Resource Management, LLC (CRM) for deceptive debt collection practices. CRM will pay $43,500 and cease unlawful practices, including misrepresenting communication origins and excessive call frequency.

State AGs Sue Trump Administration Over Tariffs

A coalition of State Attorneys General, led by Colorado AG Phil Weiser, has filed a lawsuit challenging new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The suit argues these tariffs, enacted under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, are illegal and will harm American consumers and businesses.

State AG Criticizes Aquarion Sale Approval, Citing Doubled Water Bills

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong criticized the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority's preliminary approval of the Aquarion water company sale to a nonprofit, projecting doubled water bills for consumers. The decision reverses a prior denial and is expected to significantly impact public oversight and consumer protections.

AG Secures Guilty Plea for Stealing Over $220,000 from Rest Home

The Massachusetts Attorney General's Office announced a guilty plea from Luzia Wade for stealing over $220,000 from a Worcester rest home and its elderly residents. Wade was sentenced to a suspended jail term and ordered to pay restitution and cease working with the elderly.

State AG Secures $422,093 Settlement for Restaurant Service Charge Violations

Ten State Attorneys General have secured a $422,093 settlement with two Massachusetts restaurants, Jackeens, Inc. d/b/a Carrie Nation and Inishowen, Inc. d/b/a The Dubliner. The settlement resolves allegations that the restaurants failed to distribute a 3% service charge to 84 employees between May 2023 and June 2024.