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Vermont Becomes First Mover on GMO Labeling

Associations Now

There are no conditions on Vermont’s efforts to regulate genetically modified organisms: Unlike other Northeastern states, where GMO labeling laws are contingent on what their neighbors do, Vermont will go it alone when its law goes into effect in 2016. But not everyone’s happy with the outcome.

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GMA Takes Vermont to Court Over GMO Labeling Law

Associations Now

Another Battleground Meanwhile, in Washington state, the Grocery Manufacturers Association failed in its attempt to block a money-laundering lawsuit brought against the group by the state’s attorney general, Bob Ferguson. Vermont’s law has no such contingency.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 12.14.18

Reid All About it

He breaks this “bag” down into the people, policies, talents, and tools an association IT director needs to move his or her organization forward. Find out what subscriptions are available to nonprofits, how you can learn more about making the right choices for your organization, and your options for how to request the licenses you need.

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Association Brain Food: 3.17.23

Reid All About it

Fri 3/17 at 4 p.m.* – Career Coach Series: Mindful Leadership Many organizations are in a state of disruption, transformation, and uncertainty. You will leave with a plan for mindful leadership practice that will benefit you and your organization. Location: Washington DC More info/register. More info/register. Mon 3/20 at 8 a.m.

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American Legion to Female WWII Vet: Yes, You’re a Member

Associations Now

A Vermont World War II veteran was granted membership to the American Legion earlier this summer—just days before she died at the age of 91. The group’s national commander, who has worked to raise the position of women within the organization, says he made the effort a personal mission. The move came just in time.

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Medical Societies Speak Out on Proposed Aid-in-Dying Bills

Associations Now

But medical organizations remain hesitant to support so-called aid-in-dying bills. Vermont, Oregon, Washington, and Montana, along with California, have passed such bills.). The issue is also contentious north of the border.

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The Happy Healthy Nonprofit Book Tour: You Are Invited To Join Us

Beth Kanter

If you don’t already have our book , it is full of best practices and examples from nonprofit leaders around the world sharing their secrets on how to make self-care a habit and more importantly how to embed into their organization’s culture so there is sustainable energy to do good work. Here’s our schedule. ➳ REGISTER HERE.