Model Policies
Model Policies
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ACCE Statement of Principles on Commercial Speech
Summary ACCE recognizes that commercial speech promotes an open society by eliminating arbitrary burdens on speech and is essential for the free flow of information among consumers and private enterprise …
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7 Statements of Principle on Preemption
7 Statements of Principle on Preemption “The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, …
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A Resolution for Open and Fair Competitive Bidding of Pipe Materials in State Infrastructure Grants
Whereas, local government receives grants from the state to improve water and sewer infrastructure, and Whereas, state and local government should always be looking for ways to save taxpayer money, …
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Principles of Public-Private Plastic Bag & Film Recycling Partnerships
Recycling containers – Cities or counties can work with retail establishments to place recycling containers for plastic bags and films in a prominent location within their store. This is done …
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A Resolution calling on the [Insert Jurisdiction] to adopt Plain Language RFP’s
A Resolution calling on the [Insert Jurisdiction] to adopt Plain Language RFP’s WHEREAS, procurement is the mechanism in which government obtains bids for goods and services through the …
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AGREEMENT FOR A SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE [Insert Jurisdiction] AND [Insert Jurisdiction]
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AGREEMENT FOR A SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE [Insert Jurisdiction] AND [Insert Jurisdiction] WHEREAS, both [Insert Jurisdiction] and [Insert Jurisdiction] seek to enrich cultural understanding, …
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Principles for Public Comment Time
Principles for Public Comment Time Summary The freedom of speech is a guaranteed right in the United States Constitution. Open government is the cornerstone of the American republic.
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Rule of Law Community Resolution
A Public Safety Resolution Calling on the [Insert Jurisdiction] to Define [Insert Jurisdiction] as a Rule of Law Community WHEREAS, The Federal Government under the provisions of the Immigration and Nationality …
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Local Right to Work Ordinance
An Ordinance for Local Right to Work (Private Sector) WHEREAS, it is the intent of this ordinance to provide that no employee covered by the National Labor Relations …
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Public Employee Bargaining Transparency Ordinance
In accordance with state law [Insert State Code], [Insert Jurisdiction] has been given the power to provide transparency in public-sector collective bargaining. Section 1. {Short Title} This Ordinance shall …
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A Proclamation Recognizing Tax Freedom Day
Whereas, Tax Freedom Day is a significant date for taxpayers and lawmakers because it represents how long Americans as a whole have to work in order to pay the nation’s …
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A Resolution Recognizing Sole State Authority For Minimum Wage Law
WHEREAS, [Insert Jurisdiction] is a political subdivision, created by the [Insert …
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An Ordinance to Repeal [Insert Ordinance] Personal Property Tax Collection
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. [Insert number], passed on [Insert date], established personal property tax collection in [Insert Jurisdiction], and WHEREAS, the [Insert State] [insert state statute] has given [Insert Jurisdiction] the …
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AN ORDINANCE FOR LOCAL COORDINATION ON FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Congress has defined “coordination” as a government-to-government communication process, seeking consistency, in which local government has an equal negotiating position with the federal agencies. This government-to-government communication negotiating process allows …
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Local Right to Work Ordinance
Local Right to Work Ordinance Summary American City County Exchange’s model Local Right to Work Ordinance provides that no employee need join or pay dues to a union, …
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ACCE Principles of Taxation
The fundamental principles presented here provide guidance for a neutral and effective tax system; one that raises needed revenue for core functions of government, while minimizing the burden on citizens.
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ACCE Principles of Short Term Housing Rental Regulations
Short-term housing rentals are becoming an important component of the travel and tourism economy in many communities throughout the country. Recently, some jurisdictions have passed — or are considering the …
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A Resolution to Establish a Local Taxpayer Bill of Rights for Residents of (INSERT JURISDICTION)
WHEREAS, this great nation is built on the solid foundation of government being of the people, by the people and for the people, and WHEREAS, it has become too commonplace …
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Regulating Containers to Protect Business and Consumer Choice
Section 1. {Title} This resolution may be cited as the Regulating Containers to Protect Businesses and Consumer’s Choice Resolution. Section 2. {Definitions} (A) Defines “containers” as: reusable bags, disposable …
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The Open and Fair Competition Resolution for Municipal [or Local] Water and Wastewater Projects
The Open and Fair Competition Resolution for Municipal [or Local] Water and Wastewater Projects Summary It is the intention of this resolution to ensure that all proven and …