Tag: municipal regulations

The Growth of Electric Vehicle Use “Sparks” Concerns for Local Municipalities

Nationwide the market for electric vehicles (“EV”) has expanded dramatically. Nearly 1 million electric vehicles were produced in 2022 alone. With the expansion of this market comes the accompanying need for a robust EV charging infrastructure supporting the EV use. Local municipal officials will be called upon to adopt appropriate regulations for the location of EV charging stations and the conditions and costs of their use. … Read On

Business License No Longer Required For Pennsylvania Lemonade Stands

Even the smallest entrepreneurs need some protection. Starting a business from a young age leads to tremendous lifetime impacts for a child and the community. A lemonade stand allows a child to apply communication and marketing skills. The business endeavor also sharpens their math abilities. Children also can expand their creativity to maximize their skill set… Read On

Municipal Regulation of the Content on Its Facebook Page or Website

As social media continues to expand as a means for both individual and governmental communication, it is important to understand the extent of the protections of the First Amendment that may apply to communications between citizens and the government on these platforms.  Questions about the degree of control governmental officials and the owners of the platforms can lawfully exert are ongoing. … Read On