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      <title>Yearly Summary</title>
      <description><![CDATA[With COVID-19 robbing us of a convention this year, you who did not get to hear the yearly report from this committee. I know you all love the statistics and summaries that are provided so I have included them below. During the 2019-2020 year, this committee screened 137 cases.

Case examples will be featured in the next Docket Sheet

    
        
            
            2019-2020
            
        
        
            
            Type of Complaint
            
            
            Number of Complaints
            
        
        
            
            Notice of Intent
            
            
            92
            
        
        
            
            NonPayment
            
            
            19
            
        
        
            
            Unethical
            
            
            26
            
        
    
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=261</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stay Safe and Healthy</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Amid the COVID-19 outbreak we have experienced several events including the cancellation of the NAPPS Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV.  

Members who have an open case with the grievance committee and have been notified of their case being presented to the Board of Directors should not worry. We are still planning an Executive Session to review these cases. You will be notified as soon as the meeting has been scheduled with any details regarding location or method and how any membership testimony will be allowed.

Please stay safe and follow any directives provided to you by your local governments. Hopefully our lives will return to normal shortly.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=246</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Where Is My Affidavit?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The majority of cases we have received this quarter have been for missing affidavits. The reasons have been anything from mailing it without emailing a copy first as promised to not providing a proof because the form was not provided for completion.

We have also had a couple of cases with long standing professionals that are trying to retire but having difficulties with the managers that onboard, causing rifts between them and loyal clients.

Some of our members could use a lesson in empathy as the filing member can be the instigator and cause more trouble than the member(s) about whom they complain.

How would our members behave if NAPPS was a referral only association?  Hhhhmmmm......

Full case summaries and public sanctions appear in our Docket Sheet articles. We also provide yearly statistics and case information during the Annual Meeting at the Annual Convention. This year it's being held in Las Vegas, NV. I hope to see you there!]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=240</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>January Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[During the recent January Board meeting, the Board of Directors heard seven cases from this committee. The results of the summarized cases were two (2) private reprimands, two (2) dismissals, one (1) demand to comply with the Panel or face revocation, two (2) full revocations. The allegations within these cases consisted of holding affidavits, non-payment, no response, and generally unprofessional behavior.

The details of these cases will be published in the upcoming Docket Sheet. The only member names that will be revealed are those being expelled.

The Board also voted to amend Policy 5H3 to require a rebuttal if a cross-claim is filed or face violations of Policy M just as a responding member would on an original complaint.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=236</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stay Safe</title>
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=225</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Happy Holidays</title>
      <description><![CDATA[


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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=219</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Docket is Out</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Welcome to the first
quarter of the NAPPS year! Congratulations to the new Board members
and newly appointed committee chairpersons. During this period, this
committee screened 31 cases. 


Of the complaints
received:

    
        
        
        4 have been
        Non-Payment Complaints with 1 closed and 3 pending.
        
        
        4
        have been Unethical Complaints with 1 closed and 3 pending.
        
        
        23
        have been Notices of Intent to File Complaint with 17 closed and 6
        pending.
        
    


The Committee has
issued zero (0) Pattern of Behavior Warning Letters during this
period.

This quarter we have
reviewed cases regarding missing affidavits, non-responsiveness,
forged signatures, and unauthorized charges.

Please remember that
we are all in the same industry and on the same side. Do not slander
another member publicly or to their client during or outside of the
complaint process. Also, do not copy this committee on your arguments
back and forth outside of the complaint process. This behavior is not
only unprofession but can bring ramifications during any Board
decision.

We will be working
on some Policy 5 revisions during the August Board Meeting. A summary
of those changes will come via the Arbitration &amp; Grievance
Committee Blog following the meeting and again during the second
NAPPS quarter Docket Sheet. 


Those of you who did
not attend the Annual Meeting did not receive the yearly report from
this committee in which we provided some case summaries from which
the membership could learn. Therefore, I have added them here as
well.

    
    
    Please remember
    that you can not hold an affidavit for payment &ndash; if you worked the
    case without payment then you must provide proof without payment.
    


    
    
    When you receive
    instructions that are not clear, please reach out to the client to
    clarify instead of making assumptions.
    
    
    
    If a customer or
    vendor is requesting additional work (more frequent status requests,
    requests for attempts to be made at a certain time, etc) please act
    professionally. We all have clients to answer to and the requests
    may not be coming directly from the client who hired you. Be a
    professional and finish the request or just simply let the client
    know that you can not serve their needs as they would like and
    suggest another server complete the job. Don't get upset with the
    client as they may not be the one demanding the high level of
    attention. 
    
    
    
    Please
    make sure all fees you wish to charge to your client are expressly
    authorized. This may be in the form of an email, text message,
    written agreement, etc. It is very difficult to prove a case where
    you believe you received authorization via telephone but the person
    at the client's office who would/should authorize fees claims no
    knowledge of the call.
    
    
    When
    an answer is not submitted to this committee because the responding
    member chose to deal directly with the complaining member (which is
    permissible but we request this committee be copied on the
    correspondence so we can note the activity) you run the risk of this
    committee pursuing the matter to the Board of Directors. If you do
    not submit the reply as specified in the instruction letter and the
    complaining member does not notify this committee, then we have no
    way of knowing it was settled. The Board of Directors feels strongly
    about non-responsive members and will issue a revocation of that
    individual's membership.
    
    
    We
    don't get many cases involving late fees, but when they come through
    the Panel Review Committee members have routinely awarded all late
    fees so be sure to communicate this to all parties and expect to pay
    them if you are paying late. The Board has elaborated on this with
    requirements that the terms of the late fees are provided on the
    invoice.
    
    
    Communication
    is key. Many of the Unethical Complaint cases involve the lack of or
    poor communication between parties. Please be professional and
    courtious to each other and communicate your intentions. Ignoring
    another member is the worst behavior in these circumstances. 
    
    
    
    As
    a NAPPS member you individually promised to uphold and be
    responsible for your office personnel as well as your participation
    in this committee. If you ever receive a complaint from another
    member, please take it seriously. It is very frustrating to all
    involved when a member expresses the inconvinience of having to
    answer a complaint as a &ldquo;waste of time.&rdquo; If being professional
    and proving your case civily is a waste of your time, then your
    membership is also a waste of our time. When a member does not reply
    to this committee, the Board will revoke their membership. Please
    keep this in mind.
    
    
    You
    may only file a complaint against the individual NAPPS member(s).
    The company they work for is not a member and the person sending you
    the work may not be the member. Make sure you check their listing(s)
    either on the website or in the most recent book to ensure you are
    filing against the correct people or your case will be dismissed.
    You may file against all members associated with a specific company
    on the same complaint.
    
    
    Branch
    office or additional listings are allowed as long as the member is
    licensed appropriately in the areas in which they are advertising as
    having a location. The location can be a mailing location or a
    physical location. 
    
    
    
    There
    once was a NAPPS member who neglected to respond to a NAPPS
    Complaint. This behavior will result in a automatic revocation per
    Policy M. As the Policy also allows for a member to request
    reconsideration regarding revocation or suspension of membership,
    this member exercised that measure. After being notified that the
    request was granted, this member appeared at the next scheduled
    board meeting to provide their side of the story as well as their
    regret in not answering the complaint initially. This resulted in
    the Board removing the revocation and thanking the member for
    showing how important their membership is by taking the time and
    spending the money to appear in front of them in person. It is
    expressed to any member involved in a complaint that comes before
    the Board that they are welcome to attend to provide their side
    directly to the Board. Of course, all members are allowed to attend
    any Board meeting which is always published in the Upcoming
    Events
    section.
    


If you would like
any material to be presented to the Board or discussed with the
membership in the Arbitration &amp; Grievance blog, feel free to
reach out to me. We are here for the membership if you have any
questions regarding procedure or validity of a complaint.
To
view the current policy, please visit Inside
NAPPS.
To obtain any current grievance forms, please visit Members
Only
or
email
agc@napps.org]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=212</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>New Policy</title>
      <description><![CDATA[During the last Board Meeting, as described in the Administrator's email blast, there were several changes to Policy 5 governing Arbitration &amp; Grievance. There will now be a procedure for cross-claims.

You may click on the attachment to view the revised Policy 5!]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=208</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Grievance or Arbitration</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This committee receives several queries regarding our duties both from members and the public.

We are here to settle disputes between members. We can not do the following: arbitrate for the public; impose fines, fees or interest; suspend or revoke a license.  We can: suspend or revoke a membership of this Association; recommend payment of overdue invoices. 

This committee can not force its membership to perform any duties, including providing affidavits and or paying their invoices. We can only accept complaints for such actions and recommend an outcome. However, this outcome can be leveraged by the membership status if such recommendation is not followed.

Our decisions can not be transferred to court but can be used to support a court case.

Policy 5 does not allow for counterclaims or amended complaints. We try to keep the process clean and minimal with one open complaint between members at a time. We do review both sides independently and collectively in order to recommend the most favorable outcome. This could mean both parties receive sanctions.

We understand it is an emotional process for both sides and we try to do our best to adhere to the Policy while being compassionate to your needs.

I hope we are doing what the membership feels is beneficial overall.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=172</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Not Set in Stone</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I received a call recently from a concerned member. It was expressed that a service was sent to another member that included a scan of the prepayment check which was then mailed to that member. When, after about six weeks, the check was not received, the member billed the submitting member a late fee that exceeded the actual service quote. The receiving/service member claimed validation of such a fee because of a previous article written by this committee that stated panel review committees have been awarding late fees.

My first concern is that this member took the article to mean that one is allowed to bill excessive fees for late payment. My second concern is that the member neglected to work with the sending member in resolving the issue regarding the missing prepayment check before billing for excessive late fees.

To address this issue, I would like to point to a previous blog that addresses this issue in the eyes of the Board of Directors. Any late fees billed should be expressed upon the original invoice and include a percentage or flat rate of such a fee and how often the fee will be calculated.

Remember that there are always several factors that go into grievance matters and the outcome of each case is dependent upon those factors.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=162</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Showing Consideration</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I would like to tell you a story.

There once was a NAPPS member who neglected to respond to a NAPPS Complaint. This behavior will result in a automatic revocation per Policy M. As the Policy also allows for a member to request reconsideration regarding revocation or suspension of membership, this aforementioned member exercised that measure. After being notified that the request was granted, this member appeared at the next scheduled board meeting to provide their side of the story as well as their regret in not answering the complaint initially. 

This resulted in the Board removing the revocation and thanking the member for taking the time to show how important their membership is by taking the time and spending the money to appear in front of them in person. 
 
It is expressed to any member involved in a complaint that comes before the Board that they are welcome to attend to provide their side directly to the Board. Of course, all members are allowed to attend any Board meeting which is always published in the Upcoming Events section.

Another matter which has come up as of late is regarding late fees. I have received a solid statement that late fees will only be allowed to be collected during a NonPayment Complaint if the
amount or percentage is given on the original invoice. Having received that information, we can now act on those complaints that do not provide any late fee statements upon the initial invoice but the member is attempting to collect such.

I hope you all are having a wonderful holiday season and wish you all a prosperous 2019.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=149</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Following Procedure</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Welcome to the
second quarter of the NAPPS year. During this period, this committee
screened 31 cases.

Of the complaints
received:

    
        
        
        4 have been
        Non-Payment Complaints with 2 closed and 2 pending.
        
        
        8
        have been Unethical Complaints with 5 closed and 3 pending.
        
        
        24
        have been Notices of Intent to File Complaint with 23 closed and 1
        pending.
        
    


The Committee has
issued one (1) Pattern of Behavior Warning Letter during this period.

This quarter we have
reviewed cases regarding fees requested for unauthorized work, late
fees being eliminated from payment, lack of communication, charges
being billed for work not performed, and holding affidavits for
payment.  Here are some warnings regarding these issues for your
reference and future review:

    
    Please
    make sure all work you perform and plan to charge for is expressly
    authorized by the other party. We screened two cases that fall into
    this category: charging for work not performed and charging for work
    not authorized. Make sure all work you are performing is known to
    the requesting party and has been authorized before incurring
    charges that may not be reimbursed.
    
    
    We
    don't get many cases involving late fees, but when they come through
    the Panel Review Committee members have routinely awarded all late
    fees so be sure to communicate this to all parties and expect to pay
    them if you are paying late. 
    
    
    
    Communication
    is key. Many of the Unethical Complaint cases involve the lack of or
    poor communication between parties. Please be professional and courteous to each other and communicate your intentions. Ignoring
    another member is the worst behavior in these circumstances. 
    
    
    
    Remember
    that holding affidavits for payment is not allowed as a NAPPS
    member. If you require prepayment, then ensure no work is performed
    until that payment is received (either in hand or via email/phone as
    per your policy). Communicating your policy regarding prepayment
    clearly to the other member will save time and hassle.
    
    
    Finally,
    as a NAPPS member you individually promised to uphold and be
    responsible for your office personnel as well as your participation
    in this committee. If you ever receive a complaint from another
    member, please take it seriously. It is very frustrating to all
    involved when a member expresses the inconvenience of having to
    answer a complaint as a &ldquo;waste of time.&rdquo; If being professional
    and proving your case civilly is a wast of your time, then your
    membership is also a waste of our time. When a member does not reply
    to this committee, the Board will revoke their membership. Please
    keep this in mind.
    
    
    You
    may only file a complaint against the individual NAPPS member(s).
    The company they work for is not a member and the person sending you
    the work may not be the member. Make sure you check their listing(s)
    either on the website or in the most recent book to ensure you are
    filing against the correct people or your case will be dismissed.
    You may file against all members associated with a specific company
    on the same complaint.
    


If you would like
any material to be presented to the Board or discussed with the
membership in the Arbitration &amp; Grievance blog, feel free to
reach out to me. We are here for the membership if you have any
questions regarding procedure or validity of a complaint.
To
view the current policy, please visit
Inside
NAPPS.
To obtain any current grievance forms, please visit Members
Only
or email agc@napps.org

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=146</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Complaint Discussion</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I've had some member requests to discuss more of the meat of the complaints so that members can learn about issues related to this committee.

So far this quarter, we have had the following complaints arise and be subsequetly settled (names have been omitted)
 
1.  Case received from service provider
requesting full fees as invoiced to client. Service provider could
not prove the additional fees or additional addresses were authorized
prior to attempting. Service provider was required to forfeit the
extra fees.
 
 
2.  Two cases for NonPayment where the
responding member did not reply to the committee but submitted
payment to the complaining member. If the complaining member wanted
to pursue (committee allows dismissal), then responding member could
face discipline for nonresponse to the committee.
 
This quarter has been relatively quiet but I would like to get your opinions if possible. It has become a discussed whether the Notice of Intent should be viewed as a complaint for the purpose of a pattern of behavior warning or the complaint history of a member during Board discussions. If you feel strongly one way or the other, I welcome your input. Send any comments to agc@napps.org 
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=136</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I look forward to seeing everyone at this year's Annual Conference in San Diego, CA.

This year's presentation will feature yearly case statistics and an example of the newly implemented forms and charts. I know this information is really exciting! The flowchart mentioned in the previous blog has been reformated and will be included in the conference booklet.

Recent cases have come through this committee regarding communication issues like additional fees, additional addresses, proof of service or non-service, etc.  It is often difficult while in the field to let your emotions go and wait for permission from your client regarding new addresses or additional fees. Written permission is the best, but if that is not possible then you need to at least document the date and time of the phone call and from whom you received the authorization. Please try to remember that the case is not your personal case and there are other people or companies calling the shots. If you aren't careful, you'll lose out on this extra fees. But if you're in the mindframe that you just want to get the case served at any cost, then you won't mind doing all of the extra work for free.

The Notice of Intent to File Complaint still dominates all other types of filings.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=132</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Policies and Procedures</title>
      <description><![CDATA[During the past month this committee has received several unusual complaints that do not conform to Policy 5.

There have been complaints for non-members because the NAPPS logo is on their company website, members filing retaliatory complaints against the member that filed first, as well as a member attempting to amend their complaint after receiving the reply from the opposing member.

Policy 5 outlines who may file a complaint, who may receive a complaint, and the full process of reviewing each complaint. 

NAPPS does not have a cross-complaint procedure so if someone files against you before you had a chance to file against them, then you just have to provide as much evidence to support your side as possible. You can not file a cross- complaint with your reply regarding the same matter that is already under review.

There is no allowance for amending a complaint after receiving the opposing parties reply. Whether the reply raised further issues or contained derogatory language about the filing member, the rebuttal to that reply must either indicate that the initial matter stated in the original complaint is satisfied by the reply or the matter needs to be reviewed by the Panel for sanctions. If the reply raised further issues, the Panel Review members are well versed in reviewing such complaints and will study both sides of the argument to provide a majority decision for or against either party. 

If further issues remain after the initial complaint is reviewed and closed, then another complaint may be filed but it must not be a duplicate statement/reason as that provided in the original complaint.

If you find that a website is advertising they are NAPPS members but there is no membership listing on the NAPPS website, printed directory or yellow supplement, then please notify NAPPS Administration of the misuse of the logo. This committee can not pursue the matter.

I hope this information is helpful but if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=127</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Change </title>
      <description><![CDATA[I hope you are all off to a successful and prosperous new year!

During the beginning of 2018 this committee has adopted some additional forms to assist in streamlining and simplifying the complaint process.  We have designed a process flowchart to be included in all initial filings when sent to the responding member along with formal reply and rebuttal forms to complete when responding to a complaint or reply from another member. 

The first few complaints using these new forms have been successful to slow the responding member from acting emotionally and taking the time to formalize their reply or rebuttal.

I am aware that a complaint brought against you or a reply that upsets the filing member can trigger an emotional response, but please take time to submit your evidence in a clear and professional manner. Nothing will cloud the process more than an incoherent rambling response.

I have attached the forms for you to view and they will be furnished to the members during the complaint process.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=125</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Why Complain?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several reasons that a NAPPS member will choose to file a complaint. However, having a reason to file a complaint and not doing so only allows the unethical member to continue behaving as such.

If you feel there is reason to file a complaint against another member, please do so. It is entirely possible that the same member is abusing another aside from yourself that is also hesitant to file. 

The only way we can discipline a member is to have a complaint brought to this committee.

Please use this process to benefit yourselves and the membership as a whole. 

I am aware that we have been boasting a lower number of complaints, but it is not our intention to insinuate that we are not willing to review complaints that are necessary.

Do your duty as a member of this association and bring those complaints to us!]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=123</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>We're All Getting Along</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This will complete
our lowest period of filings! My goal during this year is to attend a
Board Meeting or Annual Meeting with zero cases to present. This can
be accomplished! And I look forward to a time when our members can
work through obstacles in a professional manner without needing to
file a complaint. This could also be accomplished by conducting
themselves in a manner that would forego any complaints. 

If you would like
any material to be presented to the Board or discussed with the
membership in the Arbitration &amp; Grievance blog, feel free to
reach out to me.
To
view the current policy, please visit Inside
NAPPS.
To obtain any current grievance forms, please visit Members
Only]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=117</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Do You Have A Suggestion?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I would like to take some time to get your feedback.

We have a few issues that the membership has expressed a desire for change. Policy 5 currently has no procedures outlined for a cross complaint. Currently, all allegations must be submitted with the reply of the responding member to be incorporated into the complaint. Do you believe there should be a process for submitting and review a cross complaint?

Another question that has been posed to this committee is that of a time limit for filing. There is no limit on the filing of a complaint at this time with the exception of the NonPayment procedure not being able to begin until 90 days after the original invoice.  Do you see a need for a time limit for filing a complaint?

Finally, some complaints have come across my desk regarding members being incommunicado. It is our view that all members, being professionals like we are, should make it as publicly advertised as possible )with the use of auto-emails, website postings, voicemail messages, email blasts, etc) that their offices will be closed or unable to assist for a certain amount of time. Please remember that we are professionals and it is our duty to the public, other members and our clients to communicate.

To view the current policy, please visit Inside NAPPS.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=102</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>New Orleans!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[By Wendy Neff
Arbitration &amp;
Grievance Committee
agc@napps.org
We are pleased to have received 8 volunteers for the Panel Review Committee at last week's convention. Thank you all for volunteering your time and opinions.
The Arbitration &amp;
Grievance Committee has received 77 complaints and issued two warning
letters to members of the Association since the last convention. That
is a 35% decrease from this time last year.
The Notice of
Intent to File Complaint is still by far the most received complaint
for this committee. We need to determine a way to decrease these
filings. Only five members had their membership revoked during this
year while none were suspended. Most complaints have been settled
professionally.
 
I hope you find
this information interesting or useful!
If you have any
questions, feel free to reach out to me! All forms can be found in
the Members Only section of the NAPPS website and the procedures can
be found on the NAPPS website within the Inside NAPPS section.
May you all experience a prosperous 2017.

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=92</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 28 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Trouble with Funds?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
By Wendy Neff
agc@napps.org

Since the last update in the January-February Docket Sheet, 12
complaints have been submitted to this committee which is an increase
of 20% over last period, but that's only two complaints as last

period was only 10 complaints.

Of those 12 complaints received:

    
        
        
        0 have been Non-Payment Complaints with 0 closed and 0 pending.
        
        
        1 have
        been Unethical Complaints with 1 closed and 0 pending.
        
        
        11 have
        been Notices of Intent to File Complaint with 9 closed and 2
        pending.
        
    


The Committee has issued two (2) Pattern of Behavior Warning Letters
during this period.

It seems if members would make an effort to ensure their fellow
members were paid on time, we would see a decrease in the number of
Notice of Intents to File a Complaint. Maybe some members are still
experiencing funding shortcomings from the holiday slowdown.


I also wanted to remind members that the complaints are filed upon
individual members and not the company. Please make sure your
documents list one or all members of that company in order to
proceed. You also need to provide all of the necessary evidence and
documentation to ensure a fair outcome. This committee can not gather
evidence on your behalf.

On a brighter note, I look forward to the upcoming Annual Convention
in May 2017 in New Orleans! I hope all of you can try to attend.
Whether attending or not, you may register on the Whova App to see
what events are scheduled and other members are doing.
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=89</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Good Behavior</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since the last update in the November-December Docket Sheet, 10
complaints have been submitted to this committee which is an increase
of 30% over last period, but that's only two complaints as last

period was a record low of 7.

Of those 10 complaints received:

    
        
        
        1 have been Non-Payment Complaints with 1 closed and 0 pending.
        
        
        3 have
        been Unethical Complaints with 0 closed and 3 pending.
        
        
        6 have
        been Notices of Intent to File Complaint with 6 closed and 0
        pending.
        
    


The Committee has issued zero (0) Pattern of Behavior Warning Letters
during this period.

I'm happy to say that the last full NonPayment Complaint has not been
filed since August 2016! (The filing this period was for a non-member
and, therefore, can not be processed).

I look forward to the upcoming Board Meeting on February 11, 2017 in
New York City. I hope all of you on the east coast can try to attend,
weather permitting.

This holiday season was quiet and filled with snowy days. I hope your
holiday season was full of enjoyment with your family and friends.


I wish you all a prosperous year to come.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=78</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Successful Workshop</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Board of Directors and all Committee Chairpersons participated in a one day workshop this month to draw up their goals for the coming year and set some plans into motion. The workshop allowed us to get a lot of conversation going without the delay of motions and votes encountered in a normal board meeting. I feel it was very productive and may become a regular occurrence.

Since the last Board Meeting
in November 2016, 19 complaints have been submitted to this committee
which is a 20% increase from the last period.
 
Of those complaints
received:
 

    
        
        1 have been
        Non-Payment Complaints with 1 closed and 0 pending.
        
        
        4 have been Unethical
        Complaints with 3 closed and 1 pending.
        
        
        14 have been Notices
        of Intent to File Complaint with 11 closed and 3 pending.
        
    

 
The Committee has issued 2
Pattern of Behavior Warning Letters during this period.


The changes made by the ad
hoc committee mentioned in the November-December 2016 Docket Sheet
report have been posted on https://napps.org/members-policy
and summarized on the Arbitration &amp; Grievance Committee blog at
https://napps.org/Committee-blogs?cid=1.
The benefits of the changes most likely will not come to light for
another one to two quarters as the cases will need to progress
through the entire process, but we believe they will streamline and
ease the procedures for our membership.
 
If anyone is interested in
becoming a member of a Panel Review Committee, please reach out to me
at acg@napps.org!
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=76</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Decrease in Filings</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since the last update in the September-October Docket Sheet, 7
complaints have been submitted to this committee which is a decrease
of 75% over last period!

Of those complaints received:

    
        
        
        0 have been Non-Payment Complaints with 0 closed and 0 pending.
        
        
        2 have
        been Unethical Complaints with 1 closed and 1 pending.
        
        
        5 have
        been Notices of Intent to File Complaint with 5 closed and 0
        pending.
        
    


The Committee has issued zero (0) Pattern of Behavior Warning Letters
during this period.

Of all complaints five (5) were presented to the Board on November 5,
2016.


During the August 2016 Board Meeting, President Randall formed a
committee to review and re-write NAPPS Policy regarding Arbitration &amp;
Grievance. This process added certain steps that the committee
performs but are not outlined in the policy as well as clarifying
some deadlines and procedures that are followed. Please review the
revised Policy before and during the submission of a NAPPS Complaint
to remain informed.
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=72</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Policy and Procedures</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As some of you may know, the section of the NAPPS Policy affecting Arbitration &amp; Grievance, policy 5, has been altered.  The changes made are as follows:

- Allow for electronic delivery of the forms to each member
- Provide a shorter timeline for complaints involving proofs of service or non-service
- Specifies when an appeal or reconsideration may be requested
- Defines the role and timeline for panel review committee members

The Panel Review Committee assists with decisions on a per case basis when needed. If the members involved can not agree after the initial complaint and reply, then the file moves to the Panel Review Committee for a majority decision on the case merits and recommendations of any sanctions. 

Panel Review Committees consists of volunteer NAPPS members who give up their time and opinions to review a handful of cases per year. This committee currently has three panels of three members to assist in its decision making. 

If any of you are interested in serving as a panel member, feel free to reach out to me at agc@napps.org or 800-779-0379.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=70</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Changes Are Coming</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since the last update in the July-August Docket Sheet, 21 complaints
have been submitted to this committee which is the exact number of
complaints during the last period.

15% of the Notices of Intent to File Complaint were dismissed because
they did not meet the requirements outlined in the NAPPS Policy or
the responding member was no longer an active NAPPS member. 30% of
the Unethical Complaints were dismissed because the complainant was
not a NAPPS member.

During the last Board Meeting, President Randall formed a committee
to review and re-write NAPPS Policy regarding Arbitration &amp;
Grievance. This process will add certain steps that the committee
performs but are not outlined in the policy as well as clarifying
some deadlines and procedures that are followed.
 
Please review the new Policy found at https://napps.org/members-policy]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=46</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>August Board Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since the last Board Meeting
in August 2016, 16 complaints have been submitted to this committee
which is a 27% decrease from the last period.

Of those complaints
received:


    
        
        1 have been
        Non-Payment Complaints with 1 closed and 0 pending.
        
        
        6 have been Unethical
        Complaints with 2 closed and 4 pending.
        
        
        10 have been Notices
        of Intent to File Complaint with 8 closed and 2 pending.
        
    

Because of the ongoing
confusion of the membership regarding Policy 5, an ad hoc committee
was formed during the last Board Meeting to review said policy. This
meeting was only to spell out procedures the Arbitration Committee
follows in order to provide transparency to the membership regarding
the process. These changes were discussed and voted upon during
this meeting. 
 
I suggest you read the changes to Policy 5 to remain education in the procedures.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=42</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Year End</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
During
March and April 2016 this committee received 14 complaints which is
half of the amount at this same time last year! Of those complaints,
eight (8) were Notices of Intent to File a Complaint, four (4) were
Unethical Complaints, one (1) was a NonPayment Complaint.

I
am happy to say that this period was uneventful and all matters were
dealt with professionally and without issue.

As
the year comes to a close for the NAPPS Board of Directors and we
prepare to elect new officials during the Annual Convention in
Albuquerque, NM, I wish to thank everyone involved in an arbitration
or grievance matter for their courtesy during the potentially lengthy
process. I would also like to extend gracious appreciation to the
members of the Panel Review Committees for their participation in the
process when needed and the speed in which they are able to assist.
In the event the new NAPPS President appoints a new member to serve
as the chair of this committee, I would like to thank Eric Vennes for
the initial request to assist the association in this position as
well as Lance Randall for extending the appointment. I wish any
predecessors well as they fill my shoes and the shoes of those who
performed this task before me.

I
hope to see you all at the convention!
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=32</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Another Year, Another Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since the last Board Meeting in November 2015, 21 complaints have
been submitted to this committee which is relative to the number of
complaints during the last period.

Of those complaints received:

    
        
        
        7 have been Non-Payment Complaints with 6 closed and 1 pending.
        
        
        4 have
        been Unethical Complaints with 2 closed and 2 pending.
        
        
        9 have
        been Notices of Intent to File Complaint with 9 closed.
        
    


The Committee has issued one (1) Pattern of Behavior Warning Letter
during this period.

One member has appealed the decision of the Panel Review Committee's
vote.

Of these complaints two (2) were presented to the Board on February
6, 2016 along with the aforementioned appeal.

It seems the amount of complaints being filed would be reduced by 30%
if the membership would review the policy and requirements to file
before submitting them to this committee. We received seven (7)
complaints this period that did not meet the requirements and were
subsequently dismissed or the responding member was no longer an
active NAPPS member.

Please also remember that this committee only pertains to a NAPPS
member's standing in the NAPPS Association. We can not force a member
to behave a certain way or run their business a certain way. We can
only make recommendations regarding their membership with NAPPS
according to our policies and procedures.

I would like to encourage anyone interested in getting involved in
the Association to volunteer for a committee or run for the Board of
Directors at this year's annual convention. I look forward to meeting
you there!
To see any complaint outcomes, please refer to the Docket Sheet at https://napps.org/Members/Docket-issues
To learn more about the author's company, visit http://www.beehiveattorney.com]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=28</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Professionalism</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Professionalism
is defined as &ldquo;the competence or skill expected of a professional.&rdquo;
During my appointment as the Chair of the Arbitration &amp; Grievance
Committee many complaints have crossed my desk pertaining to a
member's inability to remain professional. A professional should be
honest, trustworthy, admit to their mistakes, accept the outcome of
those mistakes and learn from the process.  It is understandable when
commitments become overwhelming causing stress and overwork. But,
when it becomes an issue with another industry professional one
should stop and breathe and handle the matter with professionalism. 
 
It
was astonishing to see the number of complaints this period go
unanswered by the responding member. However, it has come to light
that many of these members have closed their business, become ill or
have similar circumstances. Though condolences are expressed to these
individuals regarding their personal or professional situations, it
is only polite to notify or arrange to notify your clients
(especially those with open cases on which you are working) of the
possible delays in your services.
 
Of
course, that is all in a perfect world. In the end, I suppose we do
the best we can and focus on our energies on our personal health and
happiness. Which is all that matters! 

 
During
July and August 2015 this committee has received 19 complaints and
issued two Pattern of Behavior Warning Letters. Of the complaints
received 13 were Notices of Intent to File Complaint for which two
were dismissed as the responding member was no longer an active NAPPS
member, two are pending, and nine were closed or paid. Five Unethical
Complaints were received of which one was voted upon and closed, two
were dismissed as the responding member was no longer an active NAPPS
member, and two are pending. Two NonPayment Complaints were received
and dismissed as the responding member was no longer an active NAPPS
member.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=14</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Follow Through</title>
      <description><![CDATA[During May and June 2015 this committee has received 28 complaints. Of which 18 of those were Notices of Intent to File a Complaint used for nonpayment of invoices which exceed 90 days. One of these Notices was dismissed as the member filing the Notice of Intent sent the original Notice to this committee instead of the responding member. Another Notice was dismissed when received as the complaining member did not wait until the invoice was over 90 days old.  This committee will not acknowledge the NonPayment Complaint without proper notice of the Notice of Intent to File a Complaint.  You will be required to begin the process again after the invoice(s) in question reach(es) 90 days. A bounced check or bankruptcy notice from the responding member does not provide special circumstances to forego this procedure. 

Five Unethical Complaints were received during this period with three members neglecting or refusing to respond to the complaint. Any NAPPS member should make themselves familiar with the NAPPS Policy as paragraph M indicates that this practice is grounds for automatic revocation of your membership. 

Two warning letters were issued regarding patterns of behavior that will not be tolerated within this Association.

Three NonPayment Complaints were received during this period. One member neglected or refused to respond to the complaint, one member did not provide the required documentation causing the complaint to be dismissed and one member paid the invoices in question.

There were a surprising number of members who filed their complaints incorrectly and after numerous requests by this committee to provide the required documentation were unanswered or ignored their complaint was dismissed. This seems to be a waste of time for this committee and for the filing member. If you are considering using this committee to record and find resolution to an unethical or nonpayment issue with another member, then please be professional and courteous during the process.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=12</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>A&amp;G Procedures</title>
      <description><![CDATA[During March and April of 2015 this committee has received 20 complaint. Of which 15 of those were Notices of Intent to File a Complaint used for nonpayment of invoices which exceed 90 days. Five of the Notices of Intent to File a Complaint were dismissed when received as the complaining member did not wait until the invoice was over 90 days old.  This committee will not acknowledge the NonPayment Complaint without proper notice of the Notice of Intent to File a Complaint.  You will be required to begin the process again after the invoice(s) in question reach(es) 90 days. 

Also, there are forms available on the website (napps.org) or you may request them from myself at beehiveattorney@gmail.com to be used for the Notice of Intent to File a Complaint, NonPayment Complaint and Unethical Complaint. You must submit the appropriate form with your complaint in order to initiate the process.

Policy 5 contains language to allow this committee to issue a Pattern of Behavior Warning Letter to those members who have an unacceptable amount of complaints of any form being filed against them. This permits the committee to bring an action to the Board of Directors regarding members who have repeatedly violated NAPPS Policies and Procedures or Code of Ethics without awaiting a complaint regarding such behavior from the membership. As chair, I have chosen the abide by the “three strikes and you're out” analogy.  If you receive three of the same form of complaint (ie: Notice of Intent, NonPayment or Unethical), then you will receive a warning letter from this committee regarding that behavior. If the behavior continues after the warning letter is issued, then the Board of Directors will be notified and asked to vote on non-monetary or monetary sanctions against said member.

I am happy to say that two-thirds of the members who have received such a warning letter have ceased to receive any further complaints.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=7</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Ignorance is Not Always Bliss</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Now that I have been in this committee for a length of time and have had the privilege of seeing several cases through to the Board of Directors and through the Reconsideration process, I have received communications from members involved in the process who did not like the outcome as it was not what they had intended by filing the complaint. As suggested in an earlier publication by this committee, I would like to request that all members who intend on filing a complaint, Non-Payment or Unethical, familiarize yourselves with the NAPPS Code of Ethics and Policies. 

Remember that this committee is not here to act as your collection agent or babysitter. The complaint process is specifically outlined and should be used appropriately. Communicating among yourselves after filing a complaint to reach an agreement outside of this committee will cause unnecessary sanctions be imposed on either Member. You must keep this committee informed of all communications that will affect the outcome of the complaint that has been filed.

If the outcome of the complaint filed is unsatisfactory to the Member who filed the complaint, remember that only the Member affected by the outcome – the Member whose membership has been revoked or the Member who will receive the reprimand – can file a request for reconsideration. That request for reconsideration must contain information that was not available to the Board or Panel at the time of their decision or explain why the decision was unfair or unjust. You can not request reconsideration if you were not affected or only because you did not like the outcome.

If any Member is displeased with the procedures in place, you may attend a board meeting and voice your opinion and request that the Board of Directors vote upon a change in the policy. inimum read the NAPPS Policy Manual before filing a complaint to determine if it is something that would satisfy your disapproval of the other NAPPS Member. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=6</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Code of Ethics </title>
      <description><![CDATA[It seems that a majority of the complaints being received of late consist of only that, complaints. The documentation and time lines received regarding Unethical Complaints are not providing exact examples of a breach of the NAPPS Code of Ethics. I would like to ask that any members who intend to submit an Unethical Complaint please review the Code of Ethics prior to doing so and specify which Code is being broken or violated by the Responding Member before submitting your complaints We should not force the Arbitration & Grievance panel members, chairperson or the Board of Directors to decide of which Code the member is in violation. If you can not determine which Code is being broken, then it is likely that it is not. No one is perfect and not every instance of a disappointing experience regarding forwarding service of process should constitute an Unethical Complaint. The outcome and procedure of any complaints filed may not be acceptable to both or either party, but that is the procedure. There are specific guidelines to follow and everyone should at a minimum read the NAPPS Policy Manual before filing a complaint to determine if it is something that would satisfy your disapproval of the other NAPPS member. The action needed may be just that you just don't trade work with that individual. With that being said, I would like to thank all members of the Arbitration & Grievance panels for all of their hard work and for welcoming me into this committee.
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=5</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Is Anyone Complaining?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In July 2014 I received a telephone call from NAPPS President Eric Vennes asking if I would like to be the Arbitration & Grievance Chair.  Of course I said I would! Especially after Mr. Vennes told me that there would only be around 50 cases per year.  

Certainly no one could have imagined that here we are, merely four months into my reign as Chairperson, dealing with the 56th case.  My poor panel members have been so busy. I sincerely appreciate their assistance with each and every case that comes across their desks.

There does appear to be some similarities between the cases that are being received. Such as a dissatisfied member submitting an unethical complaint within days of not receiving the affidavit they requested. How long should one wait for an affidavit? What is considered “timely” regarding a proof of service? 

We had one case during this period in which the member filed a Non-Payment Complaint against another member. During the course of the arbitration process it was discovered that the filing member took three months to attempt the service. Who would pay for that service?

This opportunity has certainly introduced me to some colorful characters and provided me with some insight regarding the service of process profession across the country. 

Granted, some of us may become upset with each other for being unable to follow instructions clearly (or provide clear instructions for that matter) or we may misplace an invoice.  But how hard is it, really, to be professional with one another and admit it?  If the matter is truly one that can not be settled between yourselves, by all means send the complaint over to me. I'll be happy to put it through the procedure.  However, if the matter is smothered with emotion you may wish to wait a couple of days before jumping the gun and filing a complaint.   Did the affidavit arrive? Was the court hearing held? Did you (or they) perform the services as were requested? 

We all have lives outside of this profession which may pull us away at times. Just be honest about the problems that may have arisen either by your hand or at no fault of your own and offer to console your client. If you did not like doing business with another member, you are not obligated to continue doing business with them.

Don't take this article as means of deterring you from filing a complaint. Feel free to send them over for any reason you feel is just. Just remember that complaining is not always the solution.

And thank you, Eric Vennes. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=3</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Policies of the Financial Services Compliant Committee</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Following policies were adopted by the board on 10/26/2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=234</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Financial Services Compliant FSC Committee Updates</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Our Committee remains active in implementing streamlined application processes for our members.  We have created numerous resource tools that will guide applicants through the process of creating sound internal compliance policies and procedures.   Members are encouraged to login to the Member Only section of the NAPPS website to review the new application along with the corresponding templated resource tools.  Check out the new FSC Tab to obtain an application and templates for all mandated policies.   We encourage all members to set a goal for their organization to obtain FSC accreditation!  The benefits of becoming accredited and taking an active stance in growing your business are immeasurable and will be felt well beyond this FSC accreditation program.  FSC accreditation is obtainable, regardless of the size of your organization.  We have created the path to compliance.  Now it&rsquo;s time for our members to walk with us on the journey to obtaining FSC Accreditation.   
Congratulations to Susan V. Boone with De Novo Attorney Services, Inc.  of Maryland, for becoming the first NAPPS member to obtain FSC accreditation and proudly displaying the &ldquo;FSC Accredited&rdquo; badge of honor alongside their NAPPS Listing 
 
Let us know how we may assist your organization in achieving FSC accreditation.    
 
Kind regards,
Paula Ashcraft 
Co-Chair NAPPS FSC]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=131</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Apply for Financial Services Compliance</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Apply Today for NAPPS Financial Services Compliancy! Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) policies and procedures being mandated and enforced upon Financial Institutions across the U.S., the National Association of Professional Process Servers (NAPPS) have created the NAPPS FSC Accreditation Program, with the intent to pre-qualify individuals who work directly or indirectly with the Financial Services sector. To apply for and successfully pass the NAPPS FSC Accreditation Program entrance exam, the following application must be completed with a 100% accuracy.  For more information contact: Eric Vennes or Paula Ashcraft by email to fsc@napps.org - Applications and subsequent documents can be emailed to same.

Click on the links:

NAPPS FSC Accreditation Overview 
NAPPS FSC Application

 

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=108</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>FSC Committee - Communications</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NAPPS has created an email address for communication with the FSC Committee. Whether you have questions pertaining to the program, general questions with regard to ongoing CFPB policy or wish to submit documentation in order to apply for accreditation, all inquires may be submitted through fsc@napps.org.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=60</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Financial Services Compliancy - Program Questionnaire</title>
      <description><![CDATA[To apply for and successfully pass the NAPPS FSC Accreditation Program entrance exam, the following questionnaire must be completed with a 100% accuracy. Questionnaires and subsequent deliverables can be emailed to fsc@napps.org.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=59</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Financial Services Compliancy - Program Outline</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In response to current and ongoing Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) policies and procedures being mandated and enforced upon Financial Institutions across the U.S., the National Association of Professional Process Servers (NAPPS) have created the NAPPS FSC Accreditation Program, with the intent to pre-qualify individuals who work directly or indirectly with the Financial Services sector. An outline of which can be found here.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=58</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>The UIHJ attends the U.S National Sheriff's Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[On June 24-26th, UIHJ
President Marc Schmitz, Sue Collins, Gary Crowe &amp; Fred Blum attended the Annual Conference of the National Sheriff's Association
(NSA) in Grand Rapids, Michigan USA. 




The NSA became an Observer Member of
the UIHJ in 2008 and a full member in 2021.  President Schmitz and  
  

President Schmitz addressed the NSA's
committee that discusses civil issues and enforcement on Sunday, June
25th, and again addressed the NSA's Executive Committee on
June 26th.  President Schmitz message to the NSA Board
included information about what events are happening throughout the
world regarding digitization and technology and the need to build a
global code for the enforcement of these digital assets and the
guidelines surrounding their enforcement.

 
He advised the NSA to become more
involved with the UIHJ regarding the growing need to be a global
force against the growing threats and ease of moving these assets
around the world.  &ldquo;The world is not longer one state or one
country.  We are now a global world and need to cooperate and work
together to be effective.&rdquo;

 
On June 26th, President
Schmitz addressed the Executive Board of the NSA and was received
warmly by the board members present.  The NSA President, Sheriff Greg
Champagne, assured UIHJ President Schmitz that the NSA knows that
enforcement is now a global problem and will follow up on this
meeting with further involvement by the NSA.   ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=365</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UIHJ Spring Permanent Council Meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's Spring Permanent Council meeting last week in Luxembourg.  The Spring meeting is attended by all countries that are not on the African continent.  (Africa holds it's own Spring meeting.)  The meeting was attended by Sue Collins, Gary Crowe and Eric Vennes.  

A special workshop was held on Thursday to educate and update the attendees on the effects of the new Judgment Convention put in to play by the Hague Conference.  The Judgment Convention has been signed by many countries already and simplifies the process of domesticating judgments for collection across borders.  

Friday, the attendees were updated on the work and activities of the UIHJ and it's experts who are working continuously on many projects world-wide.  For more information, see their web site at: www.uihj.com.


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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=362</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ holds 1st board meeting of the year at EUIPO</title>
      <description><![CDATA[EUIPO is the European Union Intellectual Property Office in Alicante, Spain.  The UIHJ chose to hold it's first board meeting of the year in conjunction with the Spanish Procuradores and the European Center for Intellectual Property with a joint seminar on new technologies and what's happening in the enforcement of digital assets.  
More will be reported in my next Docket Sheet article

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=353</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ holds virtual conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's annual conference in one day virtually.  The meeting was previously planned to have both individuals present and virtually, but new restrictions in France caused the meeting to be held virtually.  

The activities of all officers, committees, staff, board members and the innovation team reported.  The new web site was presented and the 99th country to request membership was introduced.  The Dominican Republic.  They will be ratified at the Congress to be held in 2021.  

The board held it's meeting on the Tuesday previous to the conference and other European and African regions held meetings on Wednesday before the Thursday conference.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=278</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ holds 2nd board meeting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's 2nd board meeting of the year in Paris.  The first meeting took place virtually for everyone.  The board meeting that just took place was held in person for those board members able to travel to Paris and the rest of us attended through Zoom.  
There is still a lot of work going on all over the world.  In this new environment, digital discussion have taken a prominent place in all discussions.   The UIHJ is participating in many world-wide organizations to maintain the presence of the process server in all projects and laws concerning e-commerce, e-service and e-collections.  
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=268</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Covid-19 Update</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As with most things in our lives, activities have come to a halt for a little while.  Meetings have been canceled and postponed until further notice.  
We continue our work through the web site and writing books, opinions and working on projects that were begun before the rampant spread of this virus.
The site will be updated with further activities as soon as they are scheduled.  The next meeting I am to attend in the United Nations in New York this June.  I'll report on this summit after it takes place.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=247</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Presentation given to Cambodian Department of Justice</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I had the privilege of joining several experts from the UIHJ in presenting a day long seminar to the Cambodian government.  The seminar covered the service of documents around the world and the new technologies available to the courts.  The head of the ministries found the information on new technologies so interesting that he joined the seminar for the full afternoon presentation.  They are looking at making changes to the current enforcement system in the country.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=242</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS attends the UIHJ Permanent Council</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held their annual Permanent Council meeting at their headquarters over the Thanksgiving holiday.  
They're were many discussions about digital assets,  artificial intelligence &amp; the UIHJ's relationships with other global organizations. 

The UIHJ now has 98 member countries &amp; organizations &amp; continues to grow both in members &amp; its influence around the world.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=220</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ Holds Conference in Berlin</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's summer Permanent Council meeting in Berlin, Germany.  The meeting was attended by approximately 40 countries, who reported on problems and developments in their respective countries.   
The annual Permanent Council meeting will be held in November at their headquarters in Paris, France.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=200</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ Holds Permanent Council</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's annual Permanent Council meeting on November 26th &amp; 27th at it's headquarters in Paris.  The meeting was attended by 66 countries and 166 individuals.   Along with reports from varies committees and a video report on the numerous activities of the UIHJ, a workshop on Statement of Facts was held.  A Statement of Facts is an official court record for circumstances or evidence handled by many of the members as part of their responsibilities.  

For more information, see the UIHJ's web site.   (link below)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=147</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ/Russian Federation of Baliffs Joint Forum </title>
      <description><![CDATA[
The UIHJ and the Russian Federation of Bailiffs held a joint forum in Sochi, Russia last week.   The topic was: "State and private enforcement systems: comparative analysis and the best practices"  There were 40 countries in attendance and 66 delegations.   I gave a presentation on the enforcement of judgments in the United States, which was well received.  The UIHJ was represented by it's President and 6 board members.   For more information go to the UIHJ web site:  www.uihj.com/en]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=145</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Attending UNCITRAL</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I attended a meeting of UNCITRAL with Marc Schmitz, the new UIHJ President on July 2nd &amp; 3rd.    UNCITRAL (United Nations Commission on International Trade Law), was holding a special meeting for delegates to become informed on what the six working groups had accomplished to date and obtain a summary on the work that had been done and the next step each committee would be taking.   Usually, when I attend these meetings, it's just one of the working groups and they are actually writing the model law or guidelines assigned to their group.

On the days we were there, working group II was being discussed.  This is the committee looking at insolvency laws and included in that topic was the collection of the judgment after the decision.   I was also able to hear the results of working group VI, which I have been attending and following for the past several years on Security Interests. 

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=141</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>23rd Congress of the UIHJ</title>
      <description><![CDATA[     The UIHJ held it's 23rd triennial congress in Bangkok May 2-4, 2018.    Nearly 400 members were present for the event and 60 countries represented.  
     During this Congress 3 days of experts spoke on worldwide topics concerning the profession of enforcing civil judgments  throughout the world.    One of those speakers was our own Gary Crowe.   Sue Collins was re-elected to her position as Deputy-Secretary of the UIHJJ for another 3 year term. 
     NAPPS was represented by Sue Collins, Gary Crowe, Fred Blum and President Michael Kern.  

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=134</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ Activities</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ continues it's activities throughout the world.  They are 90 countries strong now and preparing for the big Congress to be held in Bangkok Thailand.  This Congress is only held every 3 years and is open to all members from every country.  The new President and board will be ratified at this event.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=129</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS attends the Permanent Council of the UIHJ</title>
      <description><![CDATA[  

Gary Crowe, NAPPS Administrator;  Francoise Andrieux, UIHJ President and  Sue Collins, International Relations Chair attended the UIHJ's annual Permanent Council meeting in Paris November 23rd &amp; 24th.

The Permanent Council meeting is the main business and educational meeting held each year and attended by one - two delegates from each member country.  At this year's Permanent Council meeting 50 countries were in attendance from all over the globe.  

Events held during the conference include a board meeting of the UIHJ's board of directors, educational seminars and reports on past and future activities of the UIHJ.  
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=118</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Attends CAJO Meeting </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Sue Collins attended the conference of the Caribbean Association of Judicial Officers (CAJO) representing the UIHJ and NAPPS.  The meeting was attended by several hundred judges from the Caribbean region, where they discussed ongoing problems in the region and solutions available.
The UIHJ has been working closely with the Caribbean courts to upgrade the standing of the process servers and enforcement officers in the region.  We will provide training and help in the creation of certification of the officers.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=113</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UIHJ continues it's work with the World Code of Enforcement</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The World Code of Enforcement developed by the UIHJ has been adopted by the European Council on the Efficiency of Justice and the World Bank.  The work continues on spreading the knowledge that this "best practices" on the enforcement of judgments worldwide is presented to organizations and governments.  The book has now been translated to English.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=105</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Attends the International Legal Forum in Russia</title>
      <description><![CDATA[St Petersburg Russia hosted the International Legal Forum in May.  The four day meeting was attended by over 5,000 representatives worldwide.  Summits were held on a variety of subjects of interest to the judges, court personnel, government officials and attorneys represented.

The UIHJ also held its semi-annual conference alongside the Forum.  Read more on the UIHJ web site link below]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=100</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Lithuania is building bridges between Europe and Asia</title>
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            Lithuania is building bridge entre Europe and Central Asia for exchange of experience of judicial officers
            
            
            The Memorandum of Cooperation entre les Chamber of Judicial Officers of Lithuania and the Chamber of Judicial Officers of Kazakhstan Was signed on 2 May 2017 in Vilnius (Lithuania). It opens possibilities for exchange of experience of judicial officers and has faster anchoring of the institution of judicial officers in Central Asia. 
            
            Lithuania and Kazakhstan will exchange Their experience and the knowledge of experts in Educating private judicial officers, They Will Cooperate in Creating and installing modern technologies used in the operations of judicial officers, They Will share information is news of legal regulation and organizational Measures that Increase the efficiency of operations of judicial officers. Mutual conferences, seminars and work placements will be Organized aussi. 
            
            The delegation of Chamber of Representatives of Judicial Officers of Kazakhstan led by Zhanibek Mausymbekov, Head of the Regional Chamber of Judicial Officers of Astana City visited Lithuania During the period from 2 to 3 May. Reviews This was the first time When the judicial officers of one of the Largest countries in Central Asia visited Lithuania. 
            Read full article on web site
            
            
            
        
    

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=90</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cyber Justice meeting in Strasbourg </title>
      <description><![CDATA[A meeting of the European Council was held in Strasbourg for the 1st time on Cyber Justice.  Forty-seven countries of the Council were present to discuss issues surrounding the technical and moral issues of the use of technology in the courts.  
This was the first meeting held on the subject of Cyber Justice in Europe, but will not be the last.  Experts from all over the world gave presentations on available technologies, including the new Blockchain and Smart Contract technologies.  At the end of the day, a discussion was held on the moral issues that would have to be considered with the use of these new technologies.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=55</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Annual Permanent Council in Paris</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's annual Permanent Council Meeting in Paris November 23rd - 25th where over 60 countries delegates met to discuss world wide issues surrounding the profession of the enforcement officer and process servers. 
During this session the UIHJ established the new European Union of Judicial Officers (UEHJ) under the umbrella and over-sight of the UIHJ.  This new subdivision has it's own officers and will deal specifically with issues in Europe.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=44</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Participation of the UIHJ in Argentina Symposium </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fran&ccedil;oise Andrieux, President of the UIHJ; Luis Ortega Alcubierre, Vice-President of the UIHJ, and Maximiliano Monterisi Marchese, President of the Association of Notifiers of Mar del Plata, Argentina, participated on the 12th of  September 2016 at the University Atlantica  in an international symposium:  "Good Practices of Enforcement of Court Decisions"  Read more on the UIHJ website.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=36</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Lisbon Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The UIHJ held it's semi-annual conference in Lisbon, Portugal on May 19th &amp; 20th.  There were 70 countries in attendance at the conference representing Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, Russia and the Americas. 
Subjects of discussion covered electronic service, ethics, exchange of work internationally and updates from the various countries covering events and legal updates.  
The next official meeting of the UIHJ will be at the headquarters in Paris on Thanksgiving Day.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=33</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Creation of the UIHJ YouTube Channel</title>
      <description><![CDATA[L'UIHJ has created a YouTube Channel where all the videos of the UIHJ are published.  A link to the web site can be found below.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=18</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Publication of the Good Practice Guide of the CEPEJ on enforcement of court decisions</title>
      <description><![CDATA[At its 26th plenary meeting held in Strasbourg on 10 and 11 December 2015, the European Commission for the Efficiency of Justice Council of Europe (CEPEJ) adopted the Guide to Good Practices of execution of court decisions 

On 17 December 2009 the Council of Ministers of the Council of Europe adopted the CEPEJ Guidelines on implementation. The Working Group of the CEPEJ on quality of justice (CEPEJ-GT-QUAL) wanted to take a new step in the treatment of the issue of the implementation by developing a Good Practice Guide on enforcement of court decisions. 

This Guide was commissioned by the CEPEJ for the UIHJ. It was written by Guillaume Payan, HDR lecturer at the University of Toulon (France), member of the CDPC-JCE (UMR CNRS 7318 DICE) and Director of the Legal Unit of the UIHJ. 

The Good Practice Guide is a practical tool for all countries seeking to optimize the execution of court decisions, in strict compliance with the principles promoted by the Council of Europe and included in the marble of the European Convention human rights. 

The UIHJ is particularly proud to have helped seal the CEPEJ with a new stone of this beautiful democratic edifice.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=17</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hague Service Convention Celebrates 50th Anniversary</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Gary Crowe and Sue Collins attended a special celebration in Washington DC as part of the 50th anniversary of the Hague Service Convention.  The seminar lasted 1 day and was attended by many judges, professors, and attorneys from the United States and several other countries who use the convention.  The seminar was held at Georgetown University law school and was also attended by our good friend, Christophe Bernasconi, who is now the General Secretary of the Hague Conference.

Mathieu Chardon from the UIHJ intervened as one of the speakers at this conference.  He informed the attendees that the Service Convention actually came to life because of the UIHJ and it's quest in finding harmonization in the service and enforcement of process across country boarders.  The UIHJ sits as an observer and consultant to the Hague Conference representing process servers and enforcement officers throughout the world.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=16</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of September 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of September 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: SEPT26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of September 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=455</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of September 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of September 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: SEPT26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of September 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=454</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of August 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of August 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: AUG26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of August 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=453</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of August 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of August 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: AUG26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of August 2, 2026.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=452</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of July 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2, 2026
When prompted the password is: JULY26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of July 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=451</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of July 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of July 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: JULY26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of July 2, 2026.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=450</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of June 2, 2026.</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 2, 2026
When prompted the password is: JUNE26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of June 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=449</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of June 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of June 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: JUNE26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of June 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=448</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of May 6, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 6, 2026.
When prompted the password is: MAY26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of May 6, 2026.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=447</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of May 6, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of May 6, 2026.
When prompted the password is: MAY26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of May 6, 2026.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=446</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of April 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: APRIL26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of April 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=445</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of April 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of April 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: APRIL26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of April 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=443</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of March 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of March 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: MARCH26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of March 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=441</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of March 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of March 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: MARCH26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of March 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=439</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of February 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of February 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: FEB26

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of February 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=438</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of February 2, 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the bill that has passed as of February 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: FEB26

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of February 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=437</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bills Monitored as of January 2, 2026. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of January 2, 2026.
When prompted the password is: NEWYEAR

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of January 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=436</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>January 2, 2026: Happy New Year!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the list rendered on today&rsquo;s date. No new bills have passed in 2026, but one bill did pass in the last 30 days, since our last report.

When prompted the password is: NEWYEAR

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Bills Passed in the Last 30 Days as of Jan. 2, 2026]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=435</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of December 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of December 2, 2025. 
When prompted the password is: DEC25

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of December 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=434</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of December 2, 2025. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of December 2, 2025.
When prompted the password is: DEC25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of December 2, 2025. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=433</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored As Of November 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of November  2, 2025. 
When prompted the password is: NOV25

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of November  2, 2025. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=432</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed As Of November 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of November 2, 2025.
When prompted the password is: NOV25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of November 2, 2025. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=431</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of October 2, 2025. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of October  2, 2025. 
When prompted the password is: OCT25

(Passwords are case sensitive. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored as of Oct. 2, 2025. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=430</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of October 2, 2025. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of October 2, 2025.
When prompted the password is: OCT25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Being Monitored that have PASSED as of October 2, 2025. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=429</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bill Monitored as of September 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of September 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: SEPT25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF SEPTEMBER 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=428</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of September 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of September 2, 2025
for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEPT25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF SEPTEMBER 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=427</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of August 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of AUG 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: AUG25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF August 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=423</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of August 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of August 2, 2025.
for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF August 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=422</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of July 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: JUL25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF July 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=421</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of July 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of July 2, 2025.
for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUL25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF July 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=420</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of June 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of June 2, 2025.
for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUNE25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF JUNE 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=419</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of June 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: JUNE25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF JUNE 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=417</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed of May 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of May 2, 2025.,
for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY2

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF May 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=416</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of May 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of MAY 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: MAY2

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF MAY 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=415</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of April 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of April 2, 2025,
for the current year. When prompted the password is: APRIL25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF APRIL 2, 2025
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=414</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of April 2, 2025. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: APRIL25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF APRIL 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=413</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of March 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of March 2, 2025,
for the current year. When prompted the password is: MARCH25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF MARCH 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=412</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bill Monitored as of March 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of March 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: MARCH25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF MARCH 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=411</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>No Bills have Passed that are Monitored for the Current Year as of February 2, 2025.</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See Bills Monitored Report. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=410</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of February, 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of February 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: FEB25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF February 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=409</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Happy New Year!  </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the list rendered on today&rsquo;s date. No new bills have passed in the new year, but two bills did pass in the last 30 days, since our last report.

When prompted the password is: JAN25

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Bills Passed in the Last 30 Days as of Jan. 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=407</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of January 2, 2025</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of January 2, 2025. When prompted the password is: JAN25

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF  January 2, 2025]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=406</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of December 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Dec. 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: DEC24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF December 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=405</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of December 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Dec. 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: DEC24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF  December 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=404</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of November 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Nov. 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: NOV24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF Nov. 4, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=403</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of November 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Nov 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: NOV24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF Nov. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=401</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of October 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Oct. 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: OCT2024

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF Oct. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=399</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of  October 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Oct. 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: OCT24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF Oct. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=398</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of September 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Sept. 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEPT24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF Sept. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=397</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of  September 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Sept. 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: SEPT24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF  Sept. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=396</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of Aug. 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Aug. 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF Aug2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=395</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of Aug. 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of August 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: AUG24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF  Aug. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=394</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed As Of  July 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of July 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUL24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF JULY 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=393</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bill Monitored As Of July 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: JUL24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF JULY 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=392</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of June 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of June 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUN24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF JUNE 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=391</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of June 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: JUN24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF JUNE, 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=390</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of May 3, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of May 3, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY3

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF May 3, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=389</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of May 3, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 3, 2024. When prompted the password is: MAY3

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF  MAY 3, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=388</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of April 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of April 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: APR24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF April 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=387</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of April 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: APR24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF  April 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=386</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Billls Passed as of March. 2,  2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of March 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAR24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF March 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=385</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Monitored as of March 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of March 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: MAR24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF March 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=384</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed Current Year as of February. 2, 2024</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Feb. 2, 2024, for the current year. When prompted the password is: FEB24

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF Feb 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=383</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of February 2, 2024.</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of February 2, 2024. When prompted the password is: FEB24

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF Feb. 2, 2024]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=382</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of December 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of December 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: DEC23

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED AS OF DEC. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=381</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of December 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of December 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: DEC23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS MONITORED AS OF DEC. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=380</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bill Passed Current Year as of November 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Nov 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: NOV2023

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of November 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=379</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of November 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Nov 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: NOV2023

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Nov. 2. 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=378</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed Current Year as of Oct. 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Oct. 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: OCT23

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of Oct. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of October 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Oct. 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: OCT23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Oct. 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=376</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of Sept. 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Sept. 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEP23

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of Sept. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=374</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Sept.2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Sept. 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: SEP23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Sept. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=373</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed Current Year as of Aug. 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[https://legiscan.com/reports/x3635o6cPlease click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Aug. 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG23

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of Aug. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=370</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Aug. 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[https://legiscan.com/reports/9t09hzvdPlease click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Aug. 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: AUG23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Aug. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=369</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Bills Passed as of a July 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of July 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUL23

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of July 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=367</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of July 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: JUL23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of July 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=366</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of June 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of June 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUNE2023

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of June 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=364</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of June 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: JUNE2023

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of June 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=363</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of May 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of May 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY2023

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of May 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=361</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of May 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: MAY2023

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of May 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=360</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of April 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of April 2, 2023 for the current year. When prompted the password is: APRIL2023

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL Bills Passed as of April 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=357</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of April 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: APRIL2023

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of APRIL 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=356</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of March 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of March. 2, 2023 for the current year and please see that currently there are none on the list. When prompted the password is: n/a

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

CURRENTLY THERE ARE NONE]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=355</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of March 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of March 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: MARCH23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of March 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=354</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of February 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Feb. 2, 2023 for the current year and please see that currently there are none on the list. When prompted the password is: n/a

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

CURRENTLY THERE ARE NONE]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=352</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of February 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Feb. 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: FEB23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Feb. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=351</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>All Bills Monitored as of January 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Jan. 2, 2023. When prompted the password is: JAN23

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

 All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Jan. 2, 2023]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=349</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Happy New Year! Bills Passed as of January 2, 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of Jan. 2, 2023 for the current year and please see that currently there are none on the list. When prompted the password is: n/a

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

CURRENTLY THERE ARE NONE]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=348</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of December 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of December 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: DEC22

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Dec. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=347</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of December 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of December 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: DEC22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year As Of Dec. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=346</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of November 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of November 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: NOV2022

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Nov. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=345</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of November 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of November 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: NOV2022

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year As Of Nov. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=344</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of October 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of October 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: OCTR22

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Oct. 2, 2022

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=343</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year as of October 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills that have passed as of October 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: OCTR22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Passed Current Year As Of Oct. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=342</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of September 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[https://legiscan.com/reports/18xesi55Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of September 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEPT22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Sept. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=341</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of  September 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of  September 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEPT22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year As Of Sept. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=340</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of August 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of August 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of August 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=339</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of  August 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of August 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year As Of August 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=338</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of July 2, 2022 </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JULY22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of July 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=337</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of July 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JULY22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year As Of July 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=335</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of June 4, 2022 </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 4, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUNE22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of June 4, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=334</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of June 4, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 4, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUNE22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of June 4, 2022)




]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=333</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of May 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of May 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=332</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of May 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of MAY 2, 2022)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=331</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of April 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: APRIL22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of April 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=330</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: ALL Bills Passed as of April 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: APRIL22

(The password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of APRIL 2, 2022)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=329</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Mar. 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Mar. 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MARCH22

(The letter/s in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Mar 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=328</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Mar 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of March 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MARCH22

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Mar. 2, 2022)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=327</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bills Passed As Of February 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NO BILLS ON THE MONITORING LIST HAVE PASSED as of this date. 

Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of February 2, 2022. 

When prompted the password is: FEB2022

(The letter/s in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

BILLS PASSED as of February 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=326</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>All Bills Monitored As Of February 2, 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of February 2, 2022 for the current year. When prompted the password is: FEB2022

(The letter/s in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Feb. 2, 2022]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bills Passed in 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of January 2, 2022.  This list Includes the bills that passed in 2021. 

After January the bills that passed in 2021 will be removed and only bills that pass in 2022 will be listed.  

When prompted the password is: JAN22

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

BILLS PASSED in 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=322</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Bills Monitored as of Jan. 2, 2022. Includes Bills Monitored in 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Jan. 2, 2022. Bills Monitored throughout 2021 are included. 

Bills that Passed in 2021 will be removed from this list after January. 
Bills in 2021 that died or did not progress during Session in 2021 will be removed from the list after January. 
Bills that are carried over to the Regular 2022 Session will remain on the list past January. 
Keep in mind that State Legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois- one General Assembly calendar year equates to two regular calendar years. 

When prompted the password is: JAN22

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Monitored as of Jan. 2, 2022.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=321</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Happy New Year: Bills Monitored and Introduced in 2022</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Happy New Year! 
Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored for 2022 as of Jan. 2, 2022. 

When prompted the password is: JAN22

(The letters in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Bills Monitored &amp; Introduced in 2022 as of Jan. 2, 2022.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=320</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year as of Dec. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Dec. 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: DEC2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Dec. 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=319</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>UPDATED: Status of Carry-over Bills Introduced in  2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: INTRO2021

This report includes status or bill progression for bills carried over from 2021 in to 2022. The length of a General Assembly for State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter/s in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: Status of Carry-over Bills from 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=318</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As Of Dec. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Dec. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: DEC2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Dec. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=317</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year As Of Nov. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Nov. 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: NOV2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Nov. 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=316</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Including Carry-over Bills As Of Nov. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: NOV2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of Nov. 2 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As Of Nov. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Nov. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: NOV2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Nov. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=314</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Including Carry-over Bills As Of Oct. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: OCT2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of Oct. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=310</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As Of Oct. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Oct. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: OCT2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Oct. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=309</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Sept. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: SEPT2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of Sept. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=308</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Sept. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of September 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEPT2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Sept. 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=307</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Sept. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Sept. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: SEPT2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Sept. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=306</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of August 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of August 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: AUG2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of August 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=305</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  August 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: AUG2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of August 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=304</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of August 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of August 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of August 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=303</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of July 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of July 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: JUL21

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of July 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=302</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of July 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: JUL21

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of July 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=301</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of July 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUL21

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of July 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=300</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of June 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of June 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: JUN21

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of June 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=298</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of June 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: JUN21

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of June 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=297</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of June 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUN21

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of June 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=296</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of May 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of May 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: MAY2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of May 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=295</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of May 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: MAY2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of May 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=294</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of May 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of May 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=293</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of April 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of April 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: APRIL21

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of April 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=292</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of April 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: APRIL21

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of April 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=291</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of April 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of April 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: APRIL21

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of April 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=290</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Mar 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Mar. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: MAR2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Mar. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=289</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills as of Mar. 3, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: MAR2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of Mar.  3, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=288</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Mar. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Mar. 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAR2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Mar. 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=287</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Feb 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[THERE ARE NO BILLS ON THE PASSED LIST AS OF FEBRUARY 2, 2021.

Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Feb. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: FEB2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Feb. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=286</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Feb. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: FEB2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of Feb.2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Feb. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Feb. 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: FEB2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Feb. 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=284</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Jan 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Jan. 2, 2021. 
When prompted the password is: JAN2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Jan. 2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=282</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Jan. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: JAN2021

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2021 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of JAN.2, 2021]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=281</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Jan. 2, 2021</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Jan. 2, 2021 for the current year. When prompted the password is: JAN2021

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Jan. 2, 2021)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=280</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Dec. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Dec. 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: DEC2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Dec. 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=277</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Dec. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: DEC2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of DEC.2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=276</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Dec. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Dec. 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: DEC2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of DEC. 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=275</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Nov. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Nov. 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: NOV2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Nov. 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=274</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Nov. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: NOV2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of Nov. 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=273</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Nov. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Nov. 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: NOV2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Nov. 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=272</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Oct. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Oct. 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: OCT2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Oct. 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=271</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Oct. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: OCT2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of Oct. 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=270</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Oct. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Oct. 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: OCT2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Current Year (As of Oct. 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=269</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Sept. 1, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Sept. 1, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: SEPT2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Sept. 1, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=267</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Sept. 1, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: SEPT2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of Sept 1, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=266</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Sept. 1, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Sept. 1, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: SEPT2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of Sept. 1, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=265</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed as of Aug 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Aug. 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: AUG2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of AUG 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=264</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of  Aug. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: AUG2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of AUG 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=263</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of Aug. 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Aug 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: AUG2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of Aug. 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=262</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As of July 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of July 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: JULY2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of July 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=260</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of July 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: JULY2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of July 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=259</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored as of July 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of July 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: JULY2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of July 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=258</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As of June 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of June 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: JUNE2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of June 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=257</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of June 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: JUNE2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of June 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=256</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year- All Bills Monitored as of June 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of June 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: JUNE2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of June 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=255</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As of May 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[lease click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of May 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: MAY2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of May 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=254</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of May 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: MAY2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of May 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=253</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year- All Bills Monitored as of May 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[lease click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of May 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: MAY2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of May 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=252</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As of April 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of April 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: APRIL2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of April 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=251</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of April 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: APRIL2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of April 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=250</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year- All Bills Monitored as of April 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Apr. 2, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: APRIL2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of April 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=249</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As of March 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of March 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: MARCH2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of March 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=245</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of March 2, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: MARCH2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of March 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=244</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored As of March 2, 2020. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of March, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: MARCH2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of March 2, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=243</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Passed As of Feb. 16, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Feb. 16, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: FEB2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Feb. 16 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=239</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills As of Feb. 16, 2020</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills. 
When prompted the password is: FEB2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored, Including Carry-Over Bills, as of Feb 16, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=238</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Current Year - All Bills Monitored As of February 16, 2020. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of Feb. 16, 2020, for the current year. When prompted the password is: FEB2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Introduced Current Year (As of Feb. 16, 2020)]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=237</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED Legislation: All Bills Passed As Of Jan. 2, 2020.</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of Jan. 2, 2020. 
When prompted the password is: JAN2020

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Jan, 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=227</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of Jan. 2, 2020 </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: JAN2020

This report will include all bill progression steps and bills carried over into 2020 because of the length of a General Assembly. Keep in mind, State legislature calendars vary. For example, in Illinois, one General Assembly runs a length of or equates to two calendar years. 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Jan. 2, 2020]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=226</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Dec. 2, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of December 2, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: DEC2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Dec 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=222</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of Dec. 2, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: DEC2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Dec 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=221</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: Nov. 1, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of November 1, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: NOV2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Nov. 1, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=217</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of Nov 1, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: NOV2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Nov. 1, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=216</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: October 2, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of October 2, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: OCT2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Oct. 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=214</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of Oct. 2, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: OCT2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Oct. 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=213</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: September 2, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of September 2, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: SEPT19

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Sept. 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=210</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of Sept 2, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: SEPT19

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Sept 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=209</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of August 1, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored as of August 1, 2019.
When prompted the password is: AUG2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of Aug. 1, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=207</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: August 1, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of August 1, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: AUG2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of Aug. 1, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=206</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored As Of July 2, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: JULY2

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of JULY 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=205</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: JULY 2, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of July 2, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: JULY2

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of JULY 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=204</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Decision by the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals - Summons, Complaint Not ‘Delivered’ by Email Telling of Filing, With Link to Documents</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
To read the full text of this interesting decision, please click on the link, below.

"Summons, Complaint Not &lsquo;Delivered&rsquo; by Email Telling of Filing, With Link to Documents." MetropolitanNews-Enterprise, Metropolitan News Company, June 3, 2019, http://www.metnews.com 
 
		"Ninth Circuit:
		Summons, Complaint Not &lsquo;Delivered&rsquo; by Email Telling of Filing, With Link to Documents
		Ruling Comes in Case Where Plaintiff Who Sued Postal Service Rather Than Government Asserted That 		Pleading Naming Correct Party Related Back to Original Filing
 
			By a MetNews Staff Writer
 
			The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed the dismissal with prejudice of a woman&rsquo;s action 			based on slip-and-fall injuries incurred at a Postal Service office, holding that a court-generated 				notice of electronic filing sent to the U.S. Attorney&rsquo;s Office, with a link to the summons and 					complaint, did not constitute &ldquo;delivery&rdquo; of the documents within contemplation of the relevant rule.
			A three-judge panel on Thursday rejected the appellant&rsquo;s contention that the &ldquo;advent of new 					technology&mdash;the court&rsquo;s new electronic filing system,&rdquo; calls for a fresh interpretation of a 			longstanding requirement which came into play in the case.

		..."]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=203</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through May 31, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills being monitored. 
When prompted the password is: MAY31

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of May 31, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=198</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: May 31, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of May 31, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: MAY31

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of May 31, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=197</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: May 2, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of May 2, 2019. 
When prompted the password is: MAY2

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. No spaces between the word and the number of the password. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of May 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=188</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through May 2, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills monitored currently. 
When prompted the password is: MAY2

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of May 2, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=187</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NC HB881 - Amends Service of Summons</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
This bill was introduced on April 16, 2019. 
Summary: Amends AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR AN ELECTION BY THE PLAINTIFF TO UTILIZE A PRIVATE PROCESS SERVER IN COUNTIES WITH POPULATIONS OF TWO HUNDRED FIFTY
THOUSAND OR GREATER. SECTION 1. G.S. 42-28.


To Read FUll TEXT:
https://legiscan.com/NC/text/H881/id/1994658/North_Carolina-2019-H881-Introduced.pdf
Amends SECTION 1. G.S. 42-28 by adding the language, below.

    
    "&sect; 42-28. Summons issued by clerk.
    

...

    
    &ldquo;(b) In counties with 250,000 or more residents as of the most recent decennial federal
    
    
    17  census, after the summons is issued, at the election of the plaintiff, the clerk shall either (i) return
    
    
    18  the summons to the plaintiff or (ii) forward the summons to the sheriff for service. If the
    
    
    19  magistrate severs the claim for monetary damages pursuant to G.S. 7A-223(b1), the plaintiff may
    
    
    20  extend the action in accordance with G.S. 1A-1, Rule 4(d).&rdquo;
    

 
Further amends SECTION 2. G.S. 42-29 by adding the language, below.

    
    "&sect; 42-29. Service of summons.
    

...

    
    (b) As used in this Article, and only with respect to service for summary ejectment
    
    
    5  proceedings in counties with 250,000 or more residents as of the most recent decennial federal
    
    
    6  census, the term "process server" shall mean any person over the age of 21 years who is not a
    
    
    7  party to the action, who is not related by blood or marriage to a party to the action or to a person
    
    
    8  upon whom service is to be made, and who is hired by the plaintiff or the plaintiff's agent or
    
    
    9  attorney for the purpose of serving the summons and complaint for summary ejectment, and the
    
    
    10  term "officer" shall mean the sheriff of the county where the subject premises is situated.
    
    
    11  (c) As used in this Article, and only with respect to service for summary ejectment
    
    
    12  proceedings in counties with 250,000 or more residents as of the most recent decennial federal
    
    
    13  census, a process server may effectuate proper service upon a defendant solely for purposes of
    
    
    14  summary ejectment by mailing a copy of the issued summons and signed complaint to the
    
    
    15  defendant no later than the end of the next business day after receipt of said summons and
    
    
    16  complaint or as soon as practicable at the defendant's last known address in a stamped addressed
    
    
    17  envelope provided by the plaintiff to the action. The process server shall then deliver a copy of
    
    
    18  the summons together with a copy of the complaint to the defendant by affixing copies of the
    
    
    19  summons and complaint to some conspicuous part of the premises claimed and make due return
    
    
    20  showing compliance with this section in the form of an affidavit of service. Said affidavit of
    
    
    21  service shall set forth the time, place, and manner by which the requirements set forth herein
    
    
    22  were completed."
    


]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=185</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through April 18th, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills monitored currently. When prompted the password is: APRIL18

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of April 18, 2019

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=184</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: April 18th, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of April 18th, 2019. When prompted the password is: APRIL18

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of APRIL 18th, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=183</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: April 10th, 2019 Legislation: All Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills that have passed as of April 10th, 2019. When prompted the password is: PASS10

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

ALL BILLS PASSED as of APRIL 10th, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=182</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through April 10th, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills monitored currently. When prompted the password is: APRIL10

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored as of April 10, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=181</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through April 7, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills monitored currently. When prompted the 
password is: APRIL7

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Updated: All Bills Monitored as of April 7, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=180</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March Legislative Update: Process Servers/Service of Process</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills concerning process servers. 
To view a list of these bills please click the links below and all links use password: PS2019

(The first letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Expanding Process Service

Legislation Concerning Lic/Reg of Process Servers

Legislation Concerning Records Oversight of Process Servers

Legislation Concerning Service Reforms of Process Service

Legislation Concerning Process Servers]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=179</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March Legislative update: Personal Records and Public Data</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills concerning the use and access of personal records and public data. To view a list of these bills please click the link below and use password: DATA2019

(The first letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Personal Records and Public Data]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=178</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March Legislative update: Electronic Filings; Court Costs &amp; Fees;  Sheriff Costs &amp; Fees</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills being monitored concerning electronic service filings, costs or fees.

(The letter in the passwords must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

To view a list of bills concerning electronic service or filings click the link below and use password: E2019
Legislation Concerning Electronic Service or Filings

To view a list of bills concerning costs or fees click the link below and use password: C2019
Legislation Concerning Court Costs or Fees

To view a list of bills concerning sheriff costs or fee click the link below and use password: S2019
Legislation Concerning Sheriff Costs or Fees]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=177</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March Legislative Update: Private Detective</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
There are several bills that have been introduced concerning Private Detectives. 
To view an updated  list of bills being monitored that concern private detectives click the link below and when prompted type password: PV2019 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Mar. Legislation Concerning Private Detectives]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=176</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March Legislation Update: Bills Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[lease click the link below to view a list bills that passed. When prompted the password is: PASS2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Mar. Bills Passed]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=175</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>March Legislation Introduced: Bills Introduced In The Last 30 Days</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills currently being monitored that were introduced in the last 30 days (Mar. 1 through Mar. 31, 2019). When prompted the password is: MAR2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Mar. Legislation Last 30 Days]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=174</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>MARCH 2019 UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through Present Date</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills monitored currently. When prompted the password is: ALL2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=173</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Update: Process Servers/Service of Process</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills concerning process servers. To view a list of these bills please click the links below and all links use password: PS2019

(The first letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Expanding Process Service

Legislation Concerning Lic/Reg of Process Servers

Legislation Concerning Records Oversight of Process Servers

Legislation Concerning Service Reforms of Process Service

Legislation Concerning Process Servers]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=170</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Update: Personal Records and Public Data</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills concerning the use and access of personal records and public data. To view a list of these bills please click the link below and use password: DATA2019

(The first letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Personal Records and Public Data
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=169</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Update: Electronic Filings; Court Costs &amp; Fees; Sheriff Costs of Fees </title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills being monitored concerning electronic service filings, costs or fees.

(The letter in the passwords must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

To view a list of bills concerning electronic service or filings click the link below and use password: E2019
Legislation Concerning Electronic Service or Filings

To view a list of bills concerning costs or fees click the link below and use password: C2019
Legislation Concerning Court Costs or Fees

To view a list of bills concerning sheriff costs or fee click the link below and use password: S2019
Legislation Concerning Sheriff Costs or Fees]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=168</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Update: Private Investigators</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are severa 9 bills that have been introduced concerning Private investigators. To view an updated  list of bills being monitored that concern private investigators click the link below and when prompted type password: PV2019 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Private Detectives]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=167</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Introduced: Bills Introduced In The Last 30 Days</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please click the link below to view a list bills currently being monitored that were introduced in the last 30 days (Feb. 1 through Mar. 2, 2019). When prompted the password is: FEB2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Feb. Update Bills Introduced Last 30 Days]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=166</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UPDATED: All Bills Monitored Through Present Date</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
Please click the link below to view the updated list of bills monitored. When prompted the password is: ALL2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

UPDATED: All Bills Monitored ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=165</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Update: Notaries</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are at least 38 bills introduced concerning notaries. To view a list of bills currently being monitored concerning notaries click the link below and when prompted type password: N2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Notaries]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=164</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>February Legislation Update: NY A3300, NY A3579, &amp; OK HB1162 </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Click the link, below, to see the current status through the present date for NY A3300, NY A3579, and KN HB1162. A summary of these bills are in blog topic from January 2019. To view the report use password: U2019

(The letter in the passwords must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

NY A3300, NY A 3570, OK HB1162 ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=163</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Legislation Concerning Public Records and Personal Data as of January 31, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills concerning the use and access of personal records and public data. To view a list of these bills please click the link below and use password: Data2019

(The first letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Personal Records and Public Data]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=160</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Legislation Concerning Electronic Service, Filing - Court Costs or Fees - Sheriff Costs or Fees as of January 31, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are several bills introduced concerning electronic service filings, costs or fees. 

(The letter in the passwords must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 


To view a list of bills concerning electronic service or filings click the link below and use password: E2019
Legislation Concerning Electronic Service or Filings

To view a list of bills concerning costs or fees click the link below and use password: C2019
Legislation Concerning Court Costs or Fees


To view a list of bills concerning sheriff costs or fee click the link below and use password: S2019
Legislation Concerning Sheriff Costs or Fees]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=159</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Legislation Concerning Private Investigators as of January 31, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are are several bills that have been introduced concerning Private investigators. To view a list of bills being monitored that concern private investigators click the link below and when prompted type password: PV2019 

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Private Detectives]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=158</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Legislation Concerning Notaries as of January 31, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are at least 35 bills introduced concerning notaries. To view a list of bills currently being monitored concerning notaries click the link below and when prompted type password: N2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

Legislation Concerning Notaries]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=157</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>NY A3300 - Expands service of process to department of state in the city of New York</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill was introduced on January 29, 2019. Summary: Relates to expanding service of process to the department of state in the city of New York.  

NY 3300:	
Adds language that states, "In any case in which service of process on the secretary of state as agent of attorney of the organization, association, partnership, corporation, company, trust or other person or entity is authorized by law at the office of the department of state in the city of Albany, service of process on the secretary of state may be made by personal delivery to the secretary of state or a deputy, or any person authorized by the secretary of state to receive such service, at the office of the department of state in the city of New York. The secretary of state shall so authorize appropriate persons at such office."  Click here to read full text

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=156</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NY A3579 - Process Servers would be required to submit service recorded entries to a 3rd party contractor</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill was introduced on January 29, 2019. Summary:  Relates to process server records; provides for oversight of process server records by 3rd party contractors. 

NY3579:

	This bill would require the process server to provide the records to a 3rd party contracts within 3 days of service of the attempted service. 
	
	Once submitted the information cannot be deleted. 
	
	The records shall be "reported" in chronological order.
	
	It shall be unlawful for the process server to tamper with any of the data.
	
	If a typographical error occurred or the server's record was accidentally omitted from the electronic record, the 3rd party contractor may make an amendment. 
	
	All 3rd party contractors must maintain a daily backup of all submissions. 
	
	All data must be available for review for any and all "interested" parties.  

	 Click here to read full text

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=155</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>OK HB 1162 - Prohibits licensing of convicted felons &amp; sex offenders; states punishment for assault on a server &amp; retaliation with use of an animal</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill is scheduled to be introduced on February 4, 2019. 
Summary: Process servers; prohibiting certain persons from applying, reapplying or obtaining process server license.

 OK HB 1162:
	Deletes the phrase "civil cases" and replaces it with "court documents" in several places.

	Adds language prohibiting persons convicted of a violent crime (Sec. 571 of Title 57), or who is required to be registered  sec offender from applying for or obtaining a process serving license. Furthermore, if a person is currently licensed as a process server but has previously been convicted of a felony crime (as defined in Sec. 571 of Title 57), or a crime that required them to register as a sex offender they shall be prohibited from renewing their license as process server.

	Adds language stating that a person who knowingly serves process without a license issued by the state "shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor."

	Adds language stating that every person who knowingly commits "any assault, battery, or assault and battery upon a process server licensed in this state shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one (1) year, by a fine not to exceed One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) or by both..."

	Revises and adds language concerning resisting execution of the legal process.

	Adds language "In retaliation for serving process, releases or fails to control an animal at the time legal process is being executed, is, upon conviction," is punishable by one year in jail and a fine not to exceed $1,000 or both. 
Click here to read full text



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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=154</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Updated: All Bills Monitored As of January 31, 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
Please click the link below to view the list of bills monitored as of January 31, 2019. When prompted the password is: J2019

(The letter in the password must be capitalized. Once the document appears you must download the PDF or HTML version to view the entire list.) 

All Bills Monitored as of Jan. 31, 2019]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=153</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>As of January 17, 2019 Bills Monitored. </title>
      <description><![CDATA[
1. Montana-House Bill 65 - Click here to read full text
Revise laws related to service of process with the insurance commissioner
STATUS: 2019-01-21 / Introduced[Hearing: Jan 21 @ 8:30 am in Room 172](H) Hearing (H) Business and Labor

2. New Jersey-Assembly Bill 2085 - Click here to read full text
Concerns expedited process for foreclosing vacant and abandoned residential properties in uncontested actions.
STATUS: 2018-01-09 / IntroducedReferred to Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee

3. New Jersey-Senate Bill 1243 - Click here to read full text
Concerns expedited process for foreclosing vacant and abandoned residential properties in uncontested actions.
STATUS: 2018-01-25 / Introducedin the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee

4. Oklahoma-House Bill 1162 - Click here to read full text
Process servers; prohibiting certain persons from applying, reapplying or obtaining process server license; effective date.
STATUS: 2019-02-04 / IntroducedAuthored by Representative Worthen

5. Tennessee-House Bill-0033 - Click here to read full text
As introduced, adds a private process server to the list of individuals authorized to personally serve a copy of a warrant or summons on behalf of a landlord in an action for forcible entry and detainer to regain possession of such landlord's real property. - Amends TCA Title 29, Chapter 18.
STATUS: 2019-01-10 / IntroducedIntro., P1C.

6. Texas-Senate Bill 0263 - Click here to read full text
Relating to the protection of certain information from disclosure in suits affecting the parent-child relationship and to service of process in those suits on a party whose information is protected from disclosure.
STATUS: 2018-12-19 / IntroducedFiled

7. Washington-House Bill 1066 - Click here to read full text
Requiring debt collection complaints to be filed prior to service of summons and complaint.
STATUS: 2019-01-25 / Introduced[Hearing: Jan 25 @ 10:00 am in House Committee on Civil Rights &amp; Judiciary]Scheduled for executive session in the House Committee on Civil Rights &amp; Judiciary at 10:00 AM

8. Washington-Senate Bill 5034 - Click here to read full text
Requiring debt collection complaints to be filed prior to service of summons and complaint.
STATUS: 2019-01-24 / Introduced[Hearing: Jan 24 @ 10:00 am in Senate Committee on Law &amp; Justice]Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law &amp; Justice at 10:00 AM

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=151</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bills Passed: August to December in 2018</title>
      <description><![CDATA[CALIFORNIA AB 3250 - Passed 09-26-18 - Existing law relating to service of documents in civil actions authorizes proof of electronic service to be made by specified methods. This bill would replace certain references to filing with references to electronic service.

Click here to read full text]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=150</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bills Passed:  January to July in 2018</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ 

1.  MICHIGAN SB 0226 - Passed 07-25-18, Assigned Pa 0261'18, with Immediate Effect:
Civil procedure; service of process; fees and mileage allowed for service of process; modify. Amends section 2559 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2559)

Click here to read full text


2.  HAWAII HB 2033 - Passed 07-05-2018, Act 094, 06/29/18 (Gov. Msg. No. 1195):
Authorizes service on nonresident property owners for actions involving the property owned by the nonresident through a summons mailed to the mailing address on record with the real property tax office in the property in which the property is located ...

Click here to read the full text


3.  ARIZONA HB 2564 - Passed 05-16-18, Chapter 317:
Raises fees that the Court shall receive.
 
Click here to read the full text



4.  CONNECTICUT  SB 0468 - Passed 06-06&ndash;18, Signed by the Governor:
Permits service of civil process to be made on the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles in a matter involving (1) an unlicensed motor vehicle operator, or (2) a motor vehicle owner who has not registered the motor vehicle.

Click here to read the full text


 
5.  CONNECTICUT  HB 05211 - Passed 05-25-18, Signed by the Governor:
An Act concerning the judicial procedures relating to the initiation of an action for the dissolution of Marriage, dissolution of Civil or Legal Separation that the documents served on the defendant include a blank appearance form along with the summons and complaint; &hellip; 

Click here to read the full text

 
6.  IOWA HF 2236 - Passed 03-21-18, Signed by the Governor, H.J. 652:
Relating to service of process made on the commissioner of insurance as the agent or attorney for service of process for regulated individuals and entities and resolving inconsistencies. (Formerly HSB 582.)

Click here to read the full text



7.  KANSAS SB 0288 - Passed 05-04-18, Signed by Governor on Monday, May14, 2018: 
Repealing prohibitions on Saturday process service and end trial on Saturday.

Click here to read the full text



8.  TENNESSEE HB 1529 - Passed 03-13-18, Became Pub. Ch. 535:
Specifies that service of process for juvenile court proceeding may be completed by an individual authorized to serve process under the Rule of Civil Procedure OR the Rules of Juvenile Procedure, including but not limited to, a sheriff, constable, or private process server. 

Click here to read the full text


 
9.  TENNESSEE HB 1645 - Passed 03-13-18, Became Pub. Ch. 535:

Specifies that service of process for juvenile court proceeding may be completed by an individual authorized to serve process under the Rule of Civil Procedure OR the Rules of Juvenile Procedure, including but not limited to, a sheriff, constable, or private process server. 
 
Click here to read full text


10.  VIRGINIA HB 1511 - Passed 03-09-18, Governor: Acts of assembly Chapter Text (CHAP0238)
Provides that certain investigators employed by an attorney for the Commonwealth or by the Indigent Defense Commission while engaged in the performance of their official duties shall not be considered a party or otherwise interested in the subject matter in controversy and, thus, are authorized to serve process, provided that the sheriff in the jurisdiction where the process is to be served has agreed that such investigators may serve process. 

Click here to read full text

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=142</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bills Passed: January to June in 2018</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
1.  ARIZONA HB 2564 - Passed 05-16-18, Chapter 317:
Raises fees that the Court shall receive.
 
Click here to read the full text of the bill



2.  CONNECTICUT  HB05211 - Passed 05-25-18, Signed by the Governor:
An Act concerning the judicial procedures relating to the initiation of an action for the dissolution of Marriage, dissolution of Civil or Legal Separation that the documents served on the defendant include a blank appearance form along with the summons and complaint; &hellip; 

Click here to read the full text of the bill



3.  CONNECTICUT  SB0468 - Passed 06-06&ndash;18, Signed by the Governor:
Permits service of civil process to be made on the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles in a matter involving (1) an unlicensed motor vehicle operator, or (2) a motor vehicle owner who has not registered the motor vehicle.

Click here to read the full text of the bill



4.  IOWA HF2236 - Passed 03-21-18, Signed by the Governor, H.J. 652:
Relating to service of process made on the commissioner of insurance as the agent or attorney for service of process for regulated individuals and entities and resolving inconsistencies. (Formerly HSB 582.)

Click here to read the full text of the bill



5.  KANSAS SB 0288 - Passed 05-04-18, Signed by Governor on Monday, May14, 2018: 
Repealing prohibitions on Saturday process service and end trial on Saturday.

Click here to read the full text of the bill



6.  TENNESSEE HB1529 - Passed 03-13-18, Became Pub. Ch. 535:
Specifies that service of process for juvenile court proceeding may be completed by an individual authorized to serve process under the Rule of Civil Procedure OR the Rules of Juvenile Procedure, including but not limited to, a sheriff, constable, or private process server. 

Click here to read the full text of the bill


 
7.  TENNESSEE HB1645 - Passed 03-13-18, Became Pub. Ch. 535:

Specifies that service of process for juvenile court proceeding may be completed by an individual authorized to serve process under the Rule of Civil Procedure OR the Rules of Juvenile Procedure, including but not limited to, a sheriff, constable, or private process server. 
 
Click here to read full text of the bill


8.  VIRGINIA HB 1511 - Passed 03-09-18, Governor: Acts of assembly Chapter Text (CHAP0238)
Provides that certain investigators employed by an attorney for the Commonwealth or by the Indigent Defense Commission while engaged in the performance of their official duties shall not be considered a party or otherwise interested in the subject matter in controversy and, thus, are authorized to serve process, provided that the sheriff in the jurisdiction where the process is to be served has agreed that such investigators may serve process. 

Click here to read full text

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=139</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Virginia HB 1511 Passes!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill provides that certain investigators employed by an attorney for the Commonwealth while engaged in the performance of their official duties shall not be considered a party or otherwise interested in the subject matter in controversy and, thus, are authorized to serve process.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=126</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Arizona SB1012 Addresses Trespass</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Arizona SB1012 is a bill pre-filed and entered December 6th.  This bill addresses the ability of process servers to enter and remain on private property while service process.  It also allows them to enter and remain in gated communities, without notice.  This bill would assist process servers in performing their duties and prevent harassment for trespass.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=121</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>WI AB566</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Wisconsin&rsquo;s Senate introduced a bill Wednesday and the Assembly introduced their bill Thursday. Both address that initiating service must be made in person still. However, any ongoing documents for a person being represented by an attorney or otherwise, who also elects to accept service electronically, can be served in this manner under the proposed legislation.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=115</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Wisconsin Senate Bill 468</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The bill, as introduced, allows service by email for an action where a person/entity is represented by an attorney and the attorney has consented to service by email.  This does not include the initial service of process or any service the judge has ordered be made personally. https://legiscan.com/WI/bill/SB468/2017




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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=114</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Oklahoma Bill Allows Service in County Facilities</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Thank you to Ann Pollard for keeping us abreast of Oklahoma HB 1235, which passed and was signed by their Governor.  This bill allows a person licensed to serve process or who is specially appointed to serve a summons on an inmate in the county jail or detention center by delivering a copy to the administrator or their designee.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=99</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Oregon Bill Passes</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Oregon HB 2618 has passed and will become effective 1/1/2018.  It raises the fees to be collected by the sheriff as follows:

    $45 for serving a summons, subpoena, citation, order or similar document to one person at a residence, $25 per person if two or more defendants are at one residence;
    $80 for seizure and enforcement of judgments plus reasonable expenses for time to enforce;
    $50 for sheriffs deeds or conveyance of property;
    Mileage cannot be collected, however, any service involving travel in exces of 75 miles can be charged an additional fee not to exceed $45.
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=98</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>California Assembly Bill 976 Re Electronic Service</title>
      <description><![CDATA[California Assembly Bill 976 is active and addresses electronic service.  It is currently in the Senate Appropriations Committee. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=97</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Indiana Sheriff Fees Rise</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Indiana service fees are $28 effective 7/1/17 due to an addition of $3 for a clerk processing fee.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=96</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>AZ HB 2220 regulates access to efiling</title>
      <description><![CDATA[https://legiscan.com/AZ/bill/HB2220/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=88</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>FL SB1424 Electronic requirements</title>
      <description><![CDATA[FL SB1424 was introduced March 2nd.  It has not progressed in the Senate.  This bill would address electronic service being made by certain authorized persons, would authorize electronic signatures on return f service forms and would regulate electronic service by publication.

https://legiscan.com/FL/bill/S1424/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=87</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>CA 1093 amends some civil process codes</title>
      <description><![CDATA[CA 1093 revises requirements for renewing of certificate of registration, addresses service upon a commercial mailbox and service of a renewal judgment.  There is a hearing on this May 9th.

https://legiscan.com/CA/bill/AB1093/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=86</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Michigan SB 226 addresses fee and milage charges</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Michigan SB 226 looks like it will die in committee.  It was meant to establish fees and mileage charges for process servers.

https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/SB0226/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=85</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Alabama HB360 Establishes Sheriff Fees</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill establishes a $25 process service fee and sets up a fund for the to be deposited.

https://legiscan.com/AL/bill/HB360/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=84</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Idaho HB0203 Passed</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Idaho has passed its bill for efiling.

https://legiscan.com/ID/bill/H0203/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=83</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Indiana Legislation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Inaccurate information regarding Indiana legislation has been distributed.  HB 1452 has been inactive since its introduction.  SB 532 was changed March 30, 2017, to reflect an increase in fees to $28 ($3 of which goes to the clerk) and a one time charge for the case.  You can read the full bill or it's summary here: http://ow.ly/ApYw30aMmzy]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=81</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Florida HB511 Revises Addresses Many issues in Florida</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill revises authority of the special process servers, who can serve civil witness fees, revises documentation of service and return-of-service, authorizes electronic signatures on return-of-service and addresses electronic service]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=73</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Georgia HB15 Would Mandate Efiling</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Georgia House Bill 15 sets a deadline of January1, 2018 to mandate efiling, barring hardship to the clerk. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=71</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Vermont HB4 Proposes changing  Time Calculations </title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill changes the wording for time from days to business days.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=69</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Colorado HB 17-1095 Addresses Secured Communities</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Colorado HB17-1095 would allow process servers to serve a person employed to secure a secured or gated community, or the property manager or managing agent of the property manager if it is a security device denying entrance.  This would constitute valid substitute service if followed by mailing a copy of the notice to the address, or last-known address, of the party being served.  If the agent refuses service, the notice is to be posted in a conspicuous place and then mailed.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=68</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Oregon HB2618 Proposes Increases for Sheriff Fees</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The proposed fee increases are as follows:
$45 ($36) for a summons, subpoena, citation, order and notice;
$25 ($20) for additional persons at the sam address;
$80 ($70) for seizure and sale of property and  enforcement of writs;
$50 ($30) for a sheriff's deed or certificate of redemption;
$45 ($40) for a round trip of more than 75 miles;
The court Administrator would now have the ability to increase these rates yearly based on the cost of living multiplier.
 ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=67</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Oklahoma HB1235 Addresses Alternative Methods of Service</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In summary this bill relates to service of process; requiring filing of an affidavit if alternative method of process is needed; modifying when alternative method may be used; clarifying showing of good cause; and providing an effective date.  The full bill can be found at https://legiscan.com/OK/text/HB1235/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=66</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Nebraska Legislature Bill 509 Changes Issuance of Subpoenas</title>
      <description><![CDATA[There are many changes to this bill.  Read the full text at https://legiscan.com/NE/text/LB509/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=65</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Indiana is Conflicted in Raising Sheriffs Fees</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Sheriffs in Indiana have been challenged for some time with low fees for service of process.  It took nine years for them to increase their rates from $13 to $25.  Tuesday, Republican Senator Boots proposed Senate Bill 532, reducing the fees back to $13 and allowing them to charge for every service made in the case.  It continues to allow $25 for any post judgment service.
On Wednesday Republican Senator Mayfield introduced House Bill 1452.  This bill raises the fees collected by the sheriff to $38 in state and $73 for service coming from outside Indiana.  Under this bill the sheriff  would be allowed to collect these fees for service filed within the state for initiating service only.  All services within those cases would be covered under this fee.  Post judgment service would still be charged at $25.
If you are interested in my view you may find it on my personal blog.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=64</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Arizona SB1075 proposes Aggravated Assault on Process Server</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill proposes aggravated assault charges for harmingg duly appointed or certified private process server while engaged in the execution of any official duties or if the assault results from the execution of the private process server's official duties.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=63</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Washington SB5273 Proposes Mandatory Efiling by 12/31/19</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill proposes mandatory e-filing and provides funds to implement e-filing.  Read the full text.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=62</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Virginia SB 823 would allow process servers access to limited access communities</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Virginia Legislation introduced to require An employee or agent of an owner of multifamily residential real estate or a common interest community, as defined in &sect;55-528, exercising physical control over common entry points to restrict access to the multifamily residential real estate or the common interest community shall grant entry to a person attempting to execute service on a party who resides in, occupies, or is known to be present in the multifamily residential real estate or the common interest community, provided that the person attempting to execute service (i) is authorized to serve process as set forth in &sect;8.01-293 and (ii) presents to the owner, or its employee or agent, a valid identification and evidence of the process to be served. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=52</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Service on Florida Financial Institutions Effective January 1, 2017</title>
      <description><![CDATA[48.092 has been created to address service upon a financial institution.  A summary is below.
1)     If
a bank doesn&rsquo;t want legal documents to go to a branch, it must
designate an R/A (registered agent) with Sunbiz and if one is
designated, service must be made to the designated R/A or R/A Company,
who must be available Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm. If the bank is in compliance,
no other service will be deemed valid and can be quashed.
2)     If
the bank fails to comply with those hours, or fails to designate an
R/A, then all service reverts back to serving at any branch by serving
the branch President or Vice-President or other officer titled employee,
pursuant to F.S. 655.0201. A Teller, Account Rep, or employee who
doesn&rsquo;t hold an officer title will not suffice and service may be
quashed.
3)     If the Office of Financial Regulation wishes to have something served upon a bank, they can do it either way without recourse.
Read the full text here:
http://fapps.us12.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=fed2112b0d459e7a3911e0f38&amp;id=2542d92e90&amp;e=77ca19ed25]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=51</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Arizona SB1018 would allow Certified Process Servers access to motor vehicle records</title>
      <description><![CDATA[SB 1018 adds certified process servers to Section 28-455 as authorized to access motor vehicle records.  See the full text here: https://legiscan.com/AZ/bill/SB1018/2017]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=50</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>South Carolina Bill 3337 would revise filing and recording fees</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this proposed bill Section 8-21-310 of the 1976 Code, would be stricken in its entirety and replaced with the changes here: http://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess122_2017-2018/prever/3337_20161215.htm]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=49</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NYS00029 would replace bound paper record keeping for process servers with third party contractor</title>
      <description><![CDATA[S00029 Text:
STATE OF NEW YORK
________________________________________________________________________
29
2017-2018 Regular Sessions
IN SENATE
(Prefiled)
January 4, 2017
___________
Introduced by Sen. GOLDEN &mdash; read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Consumer Protection
AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to process server records
EXPLANATION&ndash;Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets [ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD06000-01-7
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. Subdivision 1 of section 89-cc of the general business law, as added by chapter 340 of the laws of 1986, is amended to read as
follows:
1. Each process server shall maintain a legible record of all service made by him as prescribed in this section. [Such records shall be kept in chronological order in a bound, paginated volume. Corrections in records shall be made only by drawing a straight line through the inac- curate entry and clearly printing the accurate information directly
above the inaccurate entry. All other methods of correction, including
but not limited to erasing, opaquing, obliterating or redacting, are
prohibited.] The process server shall preserve such record by submitting recorded entries to a third party contractor within three days of service or attempted service, provided, however that permissions pertaining to such data will be secured so that the data cannot be deleted upon submission. Records shall be reported in chronological order. It shall be unlawful for any process server to tamper with data or properties of any electronic record kept pursuant to this section after an image file is made by modifying, amending, deleting, rearranging or in any other way altering any such data or properties including, but not limited to, using a meta data scrubber or similar device or program. If a typographical error has occurred or if data contained in the process server&rsquo;s record was accidentally omitted from the electronic data entry, the third party contractor may make an amendment in which the original record shall be identified by entering it in italics. All third party contractors must maintain a daily backup of all submitted
data, and all data must be available for review upon request of any and
all interested parties.
&sect; 2. This act shall take effect on the thirtieth day after it shall have become a law.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=48</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Michigan HB 4924</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Michigan HB 4924 would allow for increases to process service rates for papers served out of a court in Michigan.  The increases are for summons and complaint, affidavit and account, order to show cause, subpoena, notice of sale (now $25 plus mileage), Writ of Garnishment ($22 plus mileage), order to seize goods or property, order of eviction, civil bench warrant ($39 plus mileage), receiving and filing a bond ($19 plus mileage), service by mail ($12) and each incorrect address ($15).  This bill is up for its third reading.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=47</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>District Court Fees Changing December 1st</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The following are some of the fees changing December 1st.  A complete list can be found here http://www.insd.uscourts.gov/news/notice-increase-certain-fees-0.

&bull;    Attorney admissions to practice will increase to $231
&bull;    Miscellaneous Matter filings will increase to $47
&bull;    Record searches will increase to $31
&bull;    Exemplification of documents or papers will increase to $22
&bull;    Recordings reproductions will increase to $31
&bull;    An appeal to a district judge from judgment of conviction by a magistrate judge in misdemeanor cases will increase to $38
&bull;    Duplicate Certificates of Admission or Certificates of Good Standing will increase to $19
&bull;    Actions under Title III of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity Act will increase to $6,548
&bull;    An annual rate of 20 basis points of assets on deposit will be assessed from interest earnings on CRIS Disputed Ownership Funds
&bull;    An annual rate of 10 basis points of assets on deposit will be assessed from interest earnings on all other CRIS Registry Funds.
 ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=43</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Proposed Ohio Civil Rules Changes</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Ohio Civil Rule 4.2 This proposed change would allow for confidentiality of service through the Secretary of State.  This allows for victims of domestic violence and persons at risk of harm should their address be disclosed by allowing service to be accepted by the Secretary of State.
Civil Rule 33, 34, and 36 This proposed change would disallow service of discovery simultaneously with service of the summons and complaint.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=41</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NYSPPSA Gets Felony Assault Bill Passed!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After five long years our fellow servers in New York have succeeded in passing a bill making it a class D felony to assault a process server while he/she is performing their duties.  Congratulations to all who worked so hard for this.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=35</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Hawaii SB7 </title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill introduced in Hawaii makes the following assault in the second degree.  It reads, in part:
 The person intentionally causes bodily injury to a process server who is engaged in the performance of duty, with the intent to obstruct the process server's performance of duty or with the intent to retaliate against the process server for performing service.  For the purpose of this paragraph, "process server" means any person authorized under the supreme court rules or section 353C-10 to serve process."
To read the full text click here http://expressps.com/hawaii-sb7/
 ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=23</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>New rules for Federal Courts take affect December 1, 2015</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please take note of the new rules for Federal Courts that take affect December 1, 2015.  This information is pertinent to all of our services of process on the Federal level.  Summons and Complaints must now be served within 90 days of filing.  Read the full article for complete changes.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=13</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Washington HB5387</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Washington State recently passed HB 5387.  This bill consists of rules for the Secretary of State and corporations.
In this bill there is an allowance for registered or certified mailing if the corporation no longer has a registered agent or after due diligence.
Another part of this bill is "service in other forms".  A commercial registered agent such as CT Corp must state in its listing the forms in which it will accept service.  Only those forms of service will be accepted by that commercial agent.  Only commercial agents can accept by any means other than written record.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=10</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Michigan HB4786</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This bill allows process servers into a gated community and requires businesses to grant access to process servers.  Failure to comply is punishable by up to 93 days imprisonment, $500 fine or both.

The bill was introduce July 15th and is currently being edited for approval.  We are hopeful Michigan servers will be successful with this bill.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=9</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>American Express Credit Card Rewards Programs</title>
      <description><![CDATA[While we do not have a formal benefit for American Express I would urge all NAPPS members to apply. The benefits of being a card holder range from everything to cash back on every day purchases, paying with points at checkout, booking or upgrading travel or even transferring your card points to another participating loyalty program.

Imagine being rewarded for spending money on the purchases you make every day anyway.  The possibilities are endless. Log on to americanexpress.com today to decide whether a personal, business or corporate card is best for you.

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=324</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Staples New Account Rep</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Members,

We have been assigned a new account rep with Staples.

Samantha Ruiz     
Account Manager

407-475-4148

Samantha.Ruiz@staples.com

As always, you are welcome to reach out if you need any assistance.

Shawn Condrey
shawn@falconexpressservices.com]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=323</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Staples New Account Rep and WorkWins program info</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Happy New Year!

Our new Staples Account Rep is Clint Wilson: 
Clint Wilson
william.wilson@staples.com
972-280-0961

Members can register now for the WorkWins discount program.  See the attached documents for program highlights.  You can reach out to me (shawn@falconexpressservices.com) or directly to Clint (william.wilson@staples.com) to get registered.
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=283</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Jiffy Lube Discount Available Now!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NAPPS Members will receive a 10% discount off most products and services at Jiffy Lube Locations.  Upon arrival at any Jiffy Lube Service Center in the US, identify that you are a NAPPS Member and reference our National Cash Account #12730228.  The Jiffy Lube technician will register your vehicle to our discount plan. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=228</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Staples - New Account Rep</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Members,

We have been assigned a new account rep with Staples.  Robert's info is below and he is happy to assist you.

Robert Mota
Senior account manager
1901 Summit Tower Blvd, Maitland, FL 32810
Reach me M-F 8am -5pm
Direct: 407-475-4118
Toll Free:  1-888-224-3784  Xt 2094118
Robert.mota@staples.com]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=218</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Anytime Fitness Member Benefit Now Active</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I am happy to announce that our newest member benefit is active.  NAPPS Members and their immediate family are eligible to enjoy the following discounts.

10% off standard monthly dues
Free 7-day guest passes  
50% off standard enrollment
For a complete list of club locations,
visit www.anytimefitness.com

If you have any questions regarding this benefit, please contact me.

Shawn Condrey
shawn@falconexpressservices.com]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=211</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NEW DISCOUNT AVAILABLE</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ Our newest member benefit is now available.  Skopenow is a social media search engine.  They are offering a 10% discount to NAPPS members who enroll in their program.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=104</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>DECREASE YOUR PRESCRIPTION COSTS TODAY!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[What is the UNA Rx Card?

UNA Rx Card is a free nationwide discount prescription assistance program. The program was
launched to help uninsured and underinsured residents afford their prescriptions.

Who is eligible to participate in the UNA Rx Card program?

Everyone is eligible to receive a FREE prescription drug card.

How do members get a UNA Rx Card?

Call or email Jillina Kwiatkowski for more details at jillina@smartserveprocess.com or
(716) 668-2711.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=95</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>STAPLES DISCOUNT PROGRAM</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I want to remind all members that we have a discount program in place with Staples.  If you haven't already taken advantage of this offer, please take a few minutes to contact our direct sales representative, Jared Rayner.  Just let him know that you are a NAPPS member, and he'll get you set up in the system.  His email address is jared.rayner@staples.com.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at jillina@smartserveprocess.com or (716) 668-2711.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=30</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Attending the conference of the National Sheriff's Association</title>
      <description><![CDATA[On June 21, 2021,  Fred Blum and Sue Collins attended the annual conference of the National Sheriffs Association.  We are voting members of the "Court Security, Prisoner Transport and Civil Process Committee"  During today's session we each were allowed to present the activities of NAPPS.

  

Fred discussed that a the end of June 2021 the moratorium on the filing and service of mortgage foreclosures and past due rents will be lifted.   Fred suggested that NAPPS members would be able to assist sheriffs around the country with original service of process.

The suggestion was well accepted and we will have a new release printed that will be distributed to all sheriffs in attendance at this year's conference.  The conference had about 2,000 members here in attendance. ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=299</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Covid -19 Update</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As with most things in our lives, activities have come to a halt for a little while.  Meetings have been cancelled and postponed until further notice.  
We continue to keep in touch with our contacts building those relationships and working on projects that were begun before the rampant spread of this virus.
The site will be updated with further activities as soon as they are scheduled.  The next meeting we are to attend is the National Sheriff's Conference this June.   A report will be posted after it takes place.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=248</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NSA holds Winter Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fred Blum attended the Winter Conference of the NSA in Washington DC.   The committee held discussions concerning the state guidelines recently created on the exchange of process from state to state and the use of cameras while serving papers.  

This will be a subject covered at the upcoming NAPPS Conference in as Vegas.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=241</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Authority to serve in each state</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Although our committee has had no meetings recently, we have been working in the background on assembling the laws in each state concerning who has authority in that state to receive and serve documents coming from another state.    We have had problems with some members receiving documents from a state that has laws stating who has authority to serve a paper going to another state.  The receiving party has served the documents not having the authority to serve those documents - thereby causing a problem with the service in the originating state.  
These guidelines are in the final stages of being revised and written and will be mailed out in the near future.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=223</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NSA hold it's Annual Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The National Sheriff's Association held it's annual conference in Louisville, Kentucky.  Gary Crowe, Fred Blum and Sue Collins were in attendance representing NAPPS.  We are also voting members on the NSA's committee that discusses and handles the issues surrounding civil process. 

Fred presented the draft documents created on the laws of all 50 states and who has the authority to receive and serve papers coming in from another states.  Other topics of discussion were the current nationwide standing electronic service, electronic transmission of documents and the FSC accreditation that NAPPS now has in place. 


 ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=202</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NSA holds Winter Conference </title>
      <description><![CDATA[NAPPS attends the Winter Conference of the U.S. National Sheriff's Association (NSA) in Washington DC. 
The NSA holds two conferences each year.   the main conference will be held in Louisville, Kentucky this June.  The Winter Conference is smaller and allows the administration and committees to meet and discuss the projects &amp; actions being taken by each committee.  
Gary Crowe ,  Fred Blum &amp; Sue Collins are voting members on ther committee that discusses issues surrounding civil process &amp; enforcement.  All the were in attendance at the meeting.  president@napps.org
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=161</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>National Sheriffs hold their annual conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Gary Crowe and Fred Blum attended the annual conference of the National Sheriffs held in New Orleans.    During the committee meeting that covers matters of process service they started a discussion concerning the dangers and growth of e-service.   The national sheriffs are also on the alert of the treat and will be an asset in the fight to curtail it's growth.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=138</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Annual Paralegal Cruise</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Annual Navigating Perilous Waters Paralegal cruise is happening as I write this.  Lind McGrath heads up this fun cruise each year for the paralegal community.  There are over 300 attendees this years and NAPPS is a major sponsor for the event.  There are t-shirts with NAPPS, various give aways with NAPPS logos and contests to keep the attendees wearing them and recognizing our organization.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=128</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NAPPS attends three Paralegal conferences </title>
      <description><![CDATA[

Gary Crowe and Claire Scull represented NAPPS and it's members at three conferences in the past several months with great success.   

Although this activity doesn't fall within the activities of this committee, Fred Blum and Sue Collins were in attendance to see if there is a possibility of establishing a relationship with any of these organizations.    We met with the administrators and  officers of each association to determine if there was some way NAPPS could get involved with each organization and if it would be beneficial to both.    Many good ideas and contacts resulted from these meetings.  We will report further in the Docket.  
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=116</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NAPPS Reaches Out To Paralegals</title>
      <description><![CDATA[

The National Relations Committee is attending several different conferences held by the Paralegal community.  Our goal is to observe each association to see if there is one that would be beneficial for NAPPS to establish a relationship above and beyond just exhibiting at their conference.  
 
Establishing a relationship with the paralegals will give them knowledge of our association and build respect for our profession and members.  

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=109</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NSA to hold Winter Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The NSA will hold their Winter Conference in Washington DC in February.  This conference is held mid-year for the administration and committees to meet and update everyone on what is happening in their committees and what business needs to be handled before the annual conference in June.
We have asked to write an article for the NSA's magazine on civil process.  This is a great opportunity for NAPPS to be recognized and to give some attention to civil process, which is largely ignored.  The article should appear in their March or April magazine.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=56</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Civil Process Committee</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Winter Conference of the National Sheriff's Association will be held in February 2017.  The committee we are associated with deals with civil process and enforcement in the United States.  Fred Blum, Sue Collins and Gary Crowe are voting members on this committee.  Gary Crowe serves as the chair of the sub-committee dealing with civil process.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=45</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Winter Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The NSA held it's Winter Conference in Washington DC last January.  The committee we sit on was re-structured.  The &ldquo;Court Security Transportation of Prisoners and Civil Process Committee&rdquo;, &ldquo;Youth Programs and Juvenile Justice Committee&rdquo;, and &ldquo;Jail, Detention, and Corrections Committee&rdquo; were combined under the name: &ldquo;Court Security, Civil and Corrections Committee.&rdquo;  As you can imagine, this is now a very large committee covering a variety of subjects.  To handle this problem, the NSA created several subcommittees under the umbrella of the new combined committee.   Gary, Fred and Sue remain voting members of the new committee.  This leads me to our big news for our National Relations Committee.  Gary, Fred and I are now the NSA's subcommittee on Civil Process.  Gary became the chair of the new committee.   
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=34</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Promotion and Growth is a Year-long Effort</title>
      <description><![CDATA[On the heels of a successful conference season, the Promotion and Growth Committee is working behind the scenes, promoting NAPPS in the world of legal professionals. 
New swag was purchased for the upcoming Paralegal Cruise in March 2025. The giveaway is a first aid kit placed inside a waterproof, floating container, prominently displaying the NAPPS logo and website.  Each attendee bag at the event will have one included. The attendee bags and pre-cruise boxes will also have NAPPS and its website branded all over them. 
Existing swag items continue to be sent to state paralegal chapters throughout the year. Typically, representatives of these associations contact Linda McGrath-Cruz, asking for giveaways for their upcoming event, and she refers them to this committee. The swag items range from a variety of fun, eye-catching and useful gadgets.
The NAPPS social media platforms remain successful outlets for process servers to discuss current topics and hold lively conversations. It has also proven to be a successful resource for paralegals. Analytics support that legal professionals from all corners of the globe look to NAPPS as the place to find reputable professionals to serve their documents.
Membership numbers continue to rise. Since the last board meeting, NAPPS has garnered 73 new members. The majority of these new members submitted their applications through the NAPPS website.


Respectfully submitted,

Claire Lindsey
Promotion &amp; Growth Committee Chair

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=408</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>2024 Wrap Up</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The NAPPS Promotion &amp; Growth Committee just finished another successful season of promoting NAPPS and its members to the legal professionals of the world.
In July the committee traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to attend the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) Conference. This event is always well attended by paralegals and legal professionals and it is always a good time to connect with those attendees. The committee also attended the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) Convention in September. This event is a little different than most, as the attendees are made up of the leaders of the many county and state paralegal associations around the country. Not as many people attend this event, however, the outreach seems to be widespread as our advertising goes back to countless associations around the country. The NFPA will not hold an in-person conference in 2025, as they will be trying out a virtual conference instead. Half of its leadership is excited for a new approach to annual meetings and the other half of leadership is already mourning the in-person gathering. The last event the Promotion &amp; Growth Committee attended was the NALS (National Association of Legal Support Providers) 95th Annual Conference. This conference was surprisingly well attended. We were stunned to learn that 30% of its attendance consisted of new attendees. In past years, attendance at NALS was low and it didn&rsquo;t feel that NAPPS was getting the recognition it should. This year proved otherwise with a new approach to organization and structure within its leadership. Both the NFPA and NALS Conferences were held in Portland, Oregon this year.
The committee continues to purchase new and useful swag items for booth giveaways. The items prominently display the NAPPS logo and website.  On occasion we send swag items to smaller paralegal events that we are unable to attend throughout the year.
Another successful relationship this committee has formed is with Linda McGrath-Cruz of Perfectly Paralegal. Linda continues to be a huge asset to NAPPS by promoting it to her network of paralegals around the country. NAPPS members and the legal community mutually benefit by this partnership, both by the influx of work and the resource that NAPPS is to that same community. Our online presence is stronger than ever, allowing process servers to talk about the benefits of membership. Because of this, online applications continue to pour in and membership has grown to the largest it has ever been.
Respectfully submitted,
Gary A. Crowe &amp; Claire Lindsey
Co-Chairs, NAPPS Promotion &amp; Growth Committee]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=400</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Promotion and Growth Update</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The NAPPS social media platforms are not only surviving, but thriving.  It's been mentioned many times in past articles the importance of our presence on social media platforms.  Starting with the Presidency of Lance Randall, Mike Kern, as Technology Chair, and John Shelley, our web designer, made huge strides in the involvement of NAPPS on social media.  Since that time, our following has grown.  Search engines are used almost exclusively now to find companies, research for information and to find a company to provide a service.  It is extremely important that NAPPS has a presence with beneficial information and information to get them to our web site to use our members for their work. 
Our Facebook group is going strong with 919 members and continues to grow.  The group moderator is Linda Cruz and we thank her for the never-ending hours she spends watching our posts and discussions.  The group is s source for our members to ask questions, get news out quickly to other members of the group, share stories and communicate with each other.  There are no complaints or mentions of other members by name allowed in the group posts.  There are other avenues for members to solve a complaint against other members. 
Our Facebook page now has 2,722 followers.  These followers are from many industries and professions and not just limited to NAPPS members.  The Facebook page is used to inform our members and the public about upcoming events, interesting news and to let the public know who we are and direct them to the NAPPS web site to find a members in the area they need work done.  The page has been a great success and we plan on adding additional information and videos in the near future. 
NAPPS also has pages and accounts on other national social media sites.  Our Twitter account currently has 1,869 followers.  We use this account to post meetings, events and national news concerning service of process or associated professions.  The Linkin account has 1,190 followers and is used in much the same way as Facebook and Twitter. 
We created a NAPPS YouTube channel.  NAPPS already had videos posted on YouTube about the benefits of becoming a member, who we are, the Secured Documents Trading platform and FSC Compliance.  We are looking to add many more informative videos to this channel and would appreciate any video that you believe would be beneficial information for the public to view.  No advertising please, but any information about process service, new laws, how you have benefited from being a members, etc would be appreciated. 
The promotions and growth committee will be continuing to focus on video, creating new content in the form of board updates and member testimonials and interviews. We understand that there are only so many hours in the day, and want to distribute helpful content in multiple formats to make it easy to take in how and when it&rsquo;s convenient for our membership. ]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>We have a new co-chair!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I'd like to announce the addition of Amanda Sexton as a co-chair of this committee.  Amanda has extensive experience with social media and marketing.    Amanda has lots of new ideas and suggestions - she will be a welcome addition to the committee.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=224</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Send in your social media events!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This committee i now handling the NAPPS posts on FaceBook, twitter, etc.  If you have any kind of event, information or anything else you'd like to get out on social media - send it to Claire at the NAPPS office, or Sue Coilins - suecollins@usa.net.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=201</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>37th Annual NAPPS Conference Report</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I&rsquo;m excited to represent the
2018-2019 NAPPS Promotions &amp; Growth Committee as Committee Chairperson at
the 37th annual NAPPS Conference in Orlando, FL.  I&rsquo;d first like to thank the members of the
Committee for their continued support and hard work.  Cliff Jacobs, Pamela &ldquo;Blu&rdquo; Daniels, and
Michael Kern&hellip; it&rsquo;s been a pleasure working with you all on our projects.  I cannot express enough how fortunate I was
to have a committee of people who were so committed to attend every meeting and
always have input for us to discuss on every topic.  Michael Daigneault and Torri Shaffer joined
us a little later in the year; but jumped right in with such positive attitudes
and willingness to do whatever needed to be done.  This has been a great committee and a great
year for promotions and growth in NAPPS.
This committee&rsquo;s focus has been to
grow NAPPS&rsquo; social media presence and log the resulting effect marking NAPPS
more in social media may have on membership. 
We have definitely seen results that indicate more people are seeing
what we share, and more eyes are being drawn to the NAPPS website.
                Nine
months ago, our first project was a NAPPS Promotional Video Contest.  Tamara Matesevac Runchey won the grand prize
with her amazing promotional video that highlighted so many different aspects
of benefits of membership with NAPPS.  We
almost immediately published Tammy&rsquo;s video to the NAPPS YouTube page, along
with a couple videos made by members of our committee which have now received
over 220 views.
                We&rsquo;ve
been sharing many things in our social media to test our hypothesis that if we
share it in social media, we are driving people to the NAPPS web site.  We&rsquo;ve shared invitations to events, tidbits
of info that process servers may find interesting, and some of the podcasts
that have been worked on by other committees during this last year.  In April, the sharing of the Financial
Services Compliance podcast got an overwhelming 256 downloads in just 9 days of
being posted online.  All together the
podcasts have been downloaded over 1050 times. 
NAPPS has definitely seen an increase in traffic to the NAPPS website,
as well as an increase in membership applications; especially since the online
application went live in January 2019.
Our Committee is here at this 37th
annual NAPPS Conference continuing our work for NAPPS and for the Promotions
&amp; Growth Committee.  We&rsquo;ve got a
photo/video booth set up where we&rsquo;re talking to NAPPS members here, asking you
questions about your successes with NAPPS and the main benefits you receive from
being a member.  Our goal is to leave
this year&rsquo;s conference with a small and diverse library of video clips of NAPPS
members saying positive things about NAPPS that we can share with the world.  Who better to represent NAPPS than the
members who make it NAPPS?  
We hope that you have enjoyed
following us on this journey we&rsquo;ve begun in NAPPS&rsquo; Social Media and look
forward to speaking with each of you at the video booth throughout the weekend.
 
Sincerely,
Jessica D. Jester Saucedo
Committee Chairperson
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=186</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Promotion &amp; Growth Committee Blog Update</title>
      <description><![CDATA[


Your 2018-2019 NAPPS Promotion &amp; Growth Committee is diligently persevering to get the word out about all the great things NAPPS is doing. We want everyone to become a NAPPS member and join in all the ways this organization can profit their business. 
The Promotion &amp; Growth Committee is proud to announce that NAPPS has grown its social media presence with the membership videos for the association going viral. We are ecstatic to continue to extend our digital influence and appearance. 
The Committee has been aiming to bridge the space between the process serving and private investigative industries and had a great stride in this effort this past weekend. The P &amp; G Committee was able to represent NAPPS as an Exhibitor at the 2018 Annual Arizona Process Servers Association &amp; Arizona Association of Licensed Private Investigations Joint Conference. It took place in Mesa Arizona on September 8th and 9th, and there were over 100 people in attendance. Over 10% of attendees signed up for the NAPPS membership, with more signing up after the conference. This was an exciting step forward for the industries and NAPPS is thrilled to have been an exhibitor in attendance. 
Moving forward, the P &amp; G committee will be preparing for the NAPPS Board Meeting taking place in Nashville, TN. On November 2nd and 3rd. We will continue to advance in our efforts for the organization and eagerly anticipate delivering our report to the Board.
 
Thank You,
NAPPS Promotion &amp; Growth Committee, Chairwoman
Robin Martinelli]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=144</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Promotion and Growth Committee Update</title>
      <description><![CDATA[


Your 2018-2019 NAPPS Promotion and Growth Committee has been hard at work! Our committee members are:

    Robin Martinelli, Chairwoman &ndash; NAPPS member since 2001
    Jessica Jester - NAPPS member since 2007
    Pamela &ldquo;Blu&rdquo; Daniels - NAPPS member since 2010
    Cliff Jacobs - NAPPS member since 2017

We have had conference call meetings on May 15, 2018 and May 31, 2018, both for over an hour, and our next meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2018.
The Promotion and Growth Committee is working on a contest, for all NAPPS members to participate, in order to attract new members to NAPPS. Prizes will be awarded. We hope to have the contest guidelines finalized soon. 
The Promotion and Growth Committee is also working diligently on compiling a master list of all prospective NAPPS members in the Process Serving and Private Investigation industries. We hope to begin mailing out an invitation letter to the mass in the near future.
The Promotion and Growth Committee is currently researching numerous Process Serving and Private Investigation conferences and trade shows all around the United States. Currently, only NAPPS Administration is authorized to participate and represent in these events. However, we are looking forward to assisting the Administration in suggesting the best conferences to attend.

Sincerely,
Robin Martinelli
Chairwoman

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=137</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello everyone!  I don't know about you but I am ready for some better weather and I am looking forward to sunny San Diego April 19-21, 2018.  Yes, that's right!! Next week, NAPPS will hold its annual conference in San Diego.  Hope to see you all there.

Just a couple of quick reminders. If you are going to attend the conference, don't forget to take advantage of the $50 renewal discount.  (Make sure you mention whether or not you would like to participate in the voluntary legislative donation at that time too!) Also, if you have a non member along, take advantage of the 50% off membership dues if applying for membership at the conference.

NAPPS has just launched its membership referral program.  A member can receive a $50 discount (per member referred) off of the next year's dues if the member (or members) they refer is approved by NAPPS.  It's a win win folks.  YOU get a discount, NAPPS gets a new member and the new member gets all the benefits of being a NAPPS member.  **Just an added disclaimer, this offer cannot be combined with any other offer**.

Again, the P&amp;G Committee will have the survey available at the registration desk for completion.  I will also have some copies with me in the conference room.  When you complete the survey, hand it in to the registration desk and put your card in the bag for a chance to win a $100 AMAZON gift card.  The drawing will be at the awards banquet on Saturday.

See you next week!!

Tammy Runchey
NAPPS P&amp;G Chair






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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=133</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>HAPPY NEW YEAR!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[It's been awhile and I hope all of you had a wonderful holiday.  Now it is time to get back to work.  With that being said the next meeting of the NAPPS Board of Directors is February 17, 2018 at Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal, Orlando, FL.  All are welcome to attend and every member's input is appreciated and important.  If you plan on attending kindly give the NAPPS administrative office a heads up so that all can be accommodated.  

April 19-21, 2018, the NAPPS Annual Conference is being held in beautiful San Diego, CA.  The venue is the Catamaran Resort Hotel, 3999 Mission Blvd. San Diego, CA.  Call 800-422-8386 for reservations and mention you are with the NAPPS Annual Conference to ensure that you receive our negotiated room rate of $189.00 per night.  Please consult your Docket Sheet or the NAPPS website for more details. Don't forget if you are in attendance at the NAPPS Annual Conference you can renew your dues and receive a $50 discount.  Also at that time you can make a voluntary donation to the NAPPS legislative fund.  Just mention this at the conference registration desk and they will take care of that.  Also, if you'd like to get an excellent deal on a new membership, bring along a colleague or a co-worker and they will receive a 50% discount on their first year's dues (pending screening). If that isn't enough, the P&amp;G Committee will have surveys available again for anyone to fill out.  We really appreciate your feedback after all, how do we know how we are doing if you do not tell us, right?!  For your trouble, drop your business card in the bag for a chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card that will be drawn at the banquet on Saturday Night.  

A big thanks to committee members, Tom Denton-IL, Paula Ashcraft-OH, Jessica Jester-TX and Cliff Jacobs-CA for all their hard work. I appreciate all comments and suggestions.  I can be reached at tammy@apiami.com or 815-726-1830.

Thanks,

Tammy Runchey, Promotion and Growth Committee


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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=124</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Conference date correction</title>
      <description><![CDATA[It has been brought to my attention that I put the wrong year for the date of the NAPPS Conference in San Diego.  That date is April 19-21, 2018!! Again, at this conference you can renew your dues for a $50 discount and/or join NAPPS for a 50% discount.

Thank you and again I apologize for the incorrect date.

Tammy Runchey]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=120</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>How to Become a Process Server</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Every state and country is different.  The best way to start the dialogue is to contact your state or national process servers association.  The National Association of Professional Process Servers (NAPPS) is the largest community of professional process servers world-wide, and the first resource for credible information regarding the process serving profession.  Visit www.NAPPS.org and make contact with a NAPPS member in your area today!

Let me introduce myself to you.  My name is Tammy Runchey and I am the NAPPS Promotion and Growth Chair. The name says it all. I am charged with promoting NAPPS to the legal community and getting the word out to potential members about the benefits of belonging to an organization such as NAPPS.  NAPPS is over 2200 members worldwide.  To our members we provide the ability to become Financial Service Compliant, send documents quickly and securely with NAPPS-exclusive SECUREDocument Trading and offer benefits such as discounts for office supplies, cell phone service and prescriptions exclusive to NAPPS members.  Please take the time to go to www.NAPPS.org and check us out.  If you have any additional questions, call 1-800-477-8211.  You'll be glad you did.  

I recently attended the NAPPS Board Meeting in Chicago.  It was a great meeting and this is going to be another great year! 
My committee report was presented and I am pleased to report promotions that were introduced last year will continue again this year.  That&rsquo;s right folks!! You will again have the opportunity to renew your dues at the NAPPS Conference at a $50 discount.  Please don&rsquo;t forget you can also add the voluntary donation to the legislative fund at that time.  NOTE: In case you renewed at the conference in New Orleans and you did not donate to the fund and want to you can contact the NAPPS administrative office and do so at any time.  Thanks for your support. 
Also continuing this year is the 50% discount on new membership applications filled out at either the NAPPS Annual Conference or State Charter Conference.  Folks this is an amazing opportunity to get other colleagues or staff involved.  Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity!  The following are State Charter Conferences that YOU can apply for membership at a 50% discount:
	TPSA &ndash; Texas Process Servers Assoc. 9/15-9/16/17 Corpus Christi, TX
	NYSPPSA &ndash; New York State Professional Process Servers Association 9/15-9/16/17 Saratoga Springs, NY
	CALSPRO &ndash; California Association of Legal Support Professionals 9/22-9/24/17 Rancho Mirage, CA
	APSA &ndash; Arizona Process Servers Association 9/16-9/17/17 Mesa, AZ
	MCOPSA &ndash; Michigan Court Officer, Deputy Sheriff &amp; Process Servers Association TBA 11/2017
And of course, at the NAPPS Annual Conference 4/19-4/21/17 in San Diego, CA.
The membership survey will be presented again.  There was a lot of very valuable feedback from those that filled out the survey.  In whatever form it is presented to you, please take the time to fill it out.  Your input is very much appreciated.
The committee prepared a full page ad that will be used either in print advertising, conference booklets or handouts to promote NAPPS to the legal profession.  This has been in the works for a while and finally came to fruition. 
The National Relations Committee is continuing their quest to find a legal professional group that NAPPS can partner up with to the benefit of both organizations; similar to that of our relationship with the National Sheriff&rsquo;s Association.  To that end, they attended the NALA (The Paralegal Association) Conference in Orlando in July and in October will be attending the NALS Conference (the Association for Legal Professionals) in Norfolk, VA and the NFPA Conference (National Federation of Paralegals Association) in New Orleans.  
Again, I would like to thank committee members, Tom Denton-IL, Paula Ashcraft-OH, Jessica Jester-TX and Cliff Jacobs-CA for all their hard work, the NAPPS Board and the NAPPS Administrative office.
I can be reached at tammy@apiami.com or (815)726-1830.  I appreciate all comments and suggestions.

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=101</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>2017 Annual Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Wow, what a conference!  Lots of feedback from all in attendance that it was one of the best conferences ever.  The NAPPS Administrative office really out did themselves this year.  The meetings went smoothly and we ended up ending early both days.  This allowed us to do the networking with others members that we so love to do.  The seminars were also top notch.  From Eric Vennes' FSC presentation, through the Deputy Sheriff's presentation until the end of Mike Kern's marketing presentation, everyone was totally engaged.  

I want to personally thank everyone for answering the survey, whether online or at the conference.  Like I've said, we cannot make this the best association to belong to if we don't hear from you.  We are currently looking over those surveys and will take your suggestions and comments seriously and look forward to addressing them.  Betsy from Diversified Legal Services won the $100 Amazon Gift Card. Congratulations!!  It appeared that a lot of members took advantage of renewing their dues at this conference and received the $50 discount.  I was also made aware that many took advantage of the 50% discount on a new membership application fee.  Please note that the 50% discount on the application for new NAPPS members is good at all State Chartered Association conferences too!  This is a fantastic opportunity to join.  I hope you pass this along to a non member and encourage them to join. 

I am happy to announce that I have been asked by our new President, Mike Kern, to continue as the P&amp;G Chair and I have gladly accepted.  Tom Denton, Paula Ashcraft, Jessica Jester and Cliff Jacobs will serve on that committee with me.  Looking forward to another great year.

As always, I welcome all comments and suggestions. Please contact me at tammy@apiami.com.

Thanks,

Tammy Runchey, Promotion and Growth Committee

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=93</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>End of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This has been an incredibly busy year for all of us that serve on the board and committees of NAPPS. The P&amp;G Committee is continuing its participation with all committees on a marketing plan that will most effectively promote all that NAPPS provides its members and the legal community our members serve.  Our NAPPS administration along with board members continue to attend State Conference meetings as well as legal industry conferences and are geared up to attend several in the coming months.  To further establish a relationship between NAPPS and a legal industry association, the National Relations Committee will be attending NALA, NALS and NFPA in hopes of fostering those relationships.  If anyone is interested in helping in this effort, please contact the Committee Co-Chairs; Fred Blum or Sue Collins.

A member survey went out to all members via ConstantContact. Please respond so that we can help you get the most out of your NAPPS membership.  It would be greatly appreciated.  

As I am getting ready to head to New Orleans, I cannot wait to see what the next year brings for NAPPS.  There are a lot of challenges before us and some just around the corner and luckily the leaders, both past and present, are proactive and stay ahead of what's going on in this industry.  Take the time to familiarize yourself with what is going on, thank those that continually watch our backs and better yet, volunteer your time to be a part of the solution.  Can't wait to see you in NOLA!

Thanks again for a great year!

Tammy Matesevac Runchey, Promotion and Growth Chair]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=91</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Survey</title>
      <description><![CDATA[By now all NAPPS members should have received the survey through Constant Contact.  It would be greatly appreciated if everyone took part in this process.  It is quick and easy and a very good way for your NAPPS Board to know your feelings about NAPPS.

If you can't do it now, please take advantage of filling one out at the conference in New Orleans.  Who knows, you could win a $100 Amazon Gift Card!!!

Thank you for your participation!

Tammy Matesevac Runchey]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=79</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Survey, discounts &amp; benefits</title>
      <description><![CDATA[It's really interesting being behind the scenes of a large organization such as NAPPS.  I know I didn't have a full understanding of what our board and committees do for us.  It's been an honor and a privilege working with these talented hard working individuals and the members. Thank you.  

The P&amp;G Committee has been working hard on your behalf and hope that you take full advantage of what is being offered to you.  First; many members have been voicing their opinions about things they would like to see accomplished by NAPPS or how they believe NAPPS can improve their membership benefits.  To that end, a survey has been put together and this week you should be able to answer the survey questions and let NAPPS know what you think of this organization.  PLEASE PLEASE take the time to answer the survey.  It is not possible for the board to know how you are feeling if you do not take these opportunities to let them know.  If you do not have the chance to fill it out online and you are going to attend the conference in New Orleans, pick one up at the registration desk.  Upon completion, enter your business card in a drawing for a $100 Amazon Gift Card.  That drawing will be held during the Awards Banquet.

Secondly, if you are looking to save some bucks, I have some discounts to tell you about.  If you are going to the conference in New Orleans you can renew your annual dues by credit card and receive a $50.00 discount.  (WOW! I know)  Further if you know of anyone interested in joining but they are on the fence about spending the money, NAPPS is offering a 50% discount to anyone applying for new membership.  Applications will be available at either a State Conference (check the dates on the events page) or at our conference in New Orleans. (SWEET)  Please note a check must accompany any new membership application.

Thirdly, have you checked out the Member Benefits page?  You should.  Using any of the products or services listed can help defray the cost of your membership!  It's a win win people.  Come on. What are you waiting for?

Hope to see you all in New Orleans!

As always, please contact me with any questions or comments

Tammy Matesevac Runchey
Promotion and Growth Chair]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=77</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Board Meeting, New York 2/10-2/11/17</title>
      <description><![CDATA[It was a very productive weekend in New York despite the weather.  This is the first time since I have been a committee chair that a workshop was held on the Friday before the Board Meeting.  I believe we were able to get a lot accomplished.  

Many committees overlap and have the same goals; to promote the NAPPS brand and to grow the association member numbers.  To that end Member Benefits, P&amp;G, SDTS, FSC, National Relations and Technology will be working together on an advertising campaign.  This is both exciting and will be challenging but I am looking forward to it.

It is also believed that as committee chairs change it is sometimes difficult for the new chair to know what is expected of him or her.  All committees are to put together some type of calendar or diary of what it is they do throughout the year and provide a copy of that to the administrative office to pass on to a new chair.  It was also believed this would be very helpful to a new President.

From the P&amp;G side I am very excited for some upcoming discounts and freebies.  Do not forget if you renew your NAPPS membership at the conference in New Orleans you will receive a $50.00 discount.  Also, if you want to get any colleagues, associates or members of your staff on the membership roles of NAPPS you can do so at either a State Conference or the NAPPS conference at a 50% discount.  

The member survey is ready to roll.  We hope to have that available very soon through Constant Contact or other online survey resource as well as on the web site.  I also want to announce, the surveys will be available at the registration desk of the NAPPS conference in New Orleans.  Pick one up, fill it out, return it to the desk and place your card in the bowl.  There will be a drawing during the Awards Banquet for a fabulous prize.  Please tell us your likes and dislikes.  We can only improve NAPPS if we hear from you.

I would also encourage you to check out the member benefits page and blogs.  Using just one of the benefits could help defray the cost of your yearly dues. 

Hope to see everyone in New Orleans!

Thank you and as always, contact me with any questions or comments.

Tammy Matesevac Runchey, Promotion and Growth Chair
tammy@apiami.com]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=74</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Board Meeting - Phoenix, AZ 11/5/16</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Good Morning everyone!  I wanted to write this blog while everything was fresh in my mind.  First off I would like to thank everyone that attended the board meeting.  It was a very long day but so much was accomplished. 
The P&amp;G Committee has been very busy this quarter and we are please to announce that the mailer to non NAPPS members is expected to go out 11/7/16.  
We have been striving to come up with ideas to boost membership and conference attendance. Beginning immediately, the following will be offered. 
 	1)  50% discount to a new member who fills out an application at either a NAPPS conference or a Chartered State Association Conference 
         2) $50 discount to a NAPPS member that renews their membership at the NAPPS conference in New Orleans.      
So folks, if you have wanted to add a member of your business to the membership of NAPPS, now is the time to do so. 
Also coming down the pike are surveys.  The committee along with the administrative office and the board will be working on survey questions for current members and those that have not renewed their membership.  This is the perfect opportunity for members and/or former members of NAPPS to communicate with the board about what is liked about NAPPS and how NAPPS can improve.  
Thank you for this opportunity to serve as your P &amp; G Chair.  I would also like to recognize the hard work of the committee members; Tom Denton, Jessica Jester and Paula Aschcraft.
As always if you have any questions, please fee free to contact me.
Tammy Matesevac Runchey, 
Promotion &amp; Growth Chair
815-726-1830 or tammy@apiami.com
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=40</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Travel</title>
      <description><![CDATA[What I am about to write may be a little out of the realm of my committee but I recently shared these tips with someone at the NAPPS conference and I was encouraged to pass them along.  
I love to travel.  I especially love to travel with someone. However, in recent years I have found myself traveling alone.  Woman traveling alone should be cautious and these are just a few things I do:
1.  I don't stay in a room on the first floor;
2.  I always request a double room and say there are 2 adults in the room;
3.  When I check in I get two keys; if asked who is staying in my room, I just add a Mr. (fill in the blank);
4.  When exploring, I try to keep close to a group so I look like I am with them or find a guided tour; and
5.  I make a conscious effort to keep my phone and my wallet in my purse so they can't easily be snatched by someone walking by.
Just a few things I do to keep myself safe and some things you might keep in mind if you find yourself traveling alone.  
Safe travels!
 

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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=31</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Conference 2016 - Albuquerque</title>
      <description><![CDATA[	Wow what a conference!!  What an amazing place and what an amazing program our Administration and Board put together for this year's conference.  If you were unable to attend, please, please talk to anyone that attended or regularly attends these conferences.  They are not to be missed.  We will be in New Orleans next year May 18-20, 2017 and I highly recommend you be there.  Mark your calendars.
 	We had an amazing presentation by Nicole Bocra, CFE.  She presented Skip Tracing:  New Tools-New Approach.  I found it very informative and enlightening.  I definitely left this seminar with some new ideas and approaches to locating individuals.  
 	The second presentation was put together by our own Eric Vennes and Paula Ashcraft; Compliance:  How You Will Be Affected.  No matter whether or not you believe this will affect you it was made perfectly clear if you deal in any work regarding financial services, i.e. debt collection, there is a strong probability you may have to be financially compliant in order to continue serving papers for the financial industry.  This is not something that will happen today or tomorrow but it is coming down the pike and NAPPS is staying ahead of it.  To that end, NAPPS will be launching a financial compliance program that will be available to NAPPS members only very soon.
 	The benefits of being a NAPPS member get better and better everyday.  If you know of anyone that is not a member, please have them get in touch with myself or the administrative offices.  
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=29</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Promotion</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello all!
 I wanted to let you all know that we have been working very diligently on behalf of the membership to promote and grow this wonderful association.  To that end we are still working on finalizing a mailer to go to potential members. Also, representatives of NAPPS will be getting our brand out there by attending several conferences as exhibitors.  Slated are NALA in July and NARCA in October. Hopefully we will also be represented at the ABA in August.  Always, if you have any comments, questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me.  Hope to see you all in Albuquerque!  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=26</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Savannah</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I would like to thank the NAPPS board for this opportunity. The board meeting in Savannah was very exciting and educational.
Here&rsquo;s a synopsis of what is happening.
PROMOTION &ndash; In the interest of educating the legal community on the importance of using professional process servers the committee would like to continue exhibiting at conferences such as NARCA and NALS.  Sponsorship and advertising possibilities are being considered with NARCA, NALS and the ABA.

GROWTH - The committee along with the NAPPS administration office are currently working on a mailer that will go out to approximately 1900 process servers that are not members of NAPPS highlighting the importance and benefits of membership in NAPPS.  Stay tuned!!

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=20</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPParel is here!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Our new line of NAPParel is available and ready for purchase.  Help promote our association and be the best-dressed process server as a result.  We currently have golf shirts and t-shirts, both in men's and women's styles, available for $30 each, $35 for XXL.  Go to our Online Store page to take a look.  If you have any questions, as always, please email me at jillina@smartserveprocess.com.  Thanks!]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=1</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Get your "Send Work Now" button!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[If you don't have the "Send Work Now" button live on your NAPPS listing, you are missing out on a free source of income!  Only 15% of NAPPS members are displaying the button, and it's so easy and free that you are missing out on a great way to separate yourselves from the pack!  Just go over to NAPPS.SecureDocumentTrading.com and look for the NAPPS menu choice on the side.  Be patient, so many members have yet to register that you will be pulling up a list of almost two thousand members.  Find your name, hit the "claim" button, make sure to use the same email address that NAPPS has on file and you're nearly done!

If you have any questions, the contact email is Support@SecureDocumentTrading.com]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=232</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>SDTS now has Four Supporting Vendors</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As of December 2018, four of the long-term NAPPS software vendors are offering full support for the NAPPS version of the Secure Document Trading Service.  If your process server administration software is one of these:

  Process Server's Toolbox
  Paper Tracker
  WinServe
  Loyal Dog

then you can pull jobs entered from the SDTS web interface directly down into your software, saving you time and money for job entry.

If you haven't gotten the "Send Work Now" button on your listing on NAPPS, you are missing out on potential new jobs from paralegals and attorneys who are searching the NAPPS directory online!]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=152</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 26 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>SDTS is growing</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Secure Document Trading Service now has a couple of years in service.  We now have two of our Charter States, Florida and New York with their own window into the service.  I just finished a trip to Albany to address the board and members of NYSPPSA, and provided a 45 minute presentation on how to sign up and use it.

If you have any questions about signing up or using the SDTS, please let me know!]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=110</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 16 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>SDTS is online!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[By now you've seen a few members with "Send Work Now" buttons on their listings.  Senders who find these members on the NAPPS website can send work to them securely whether they use third party software or not.

NAPPS worked with Secure Document Trading, Inc. to allow NAPPS members the ability to send and receive work securely and quickly without using email.  As a NAPPS member, both you and your client can use the website to website interface for free!

If you don't have the invitation email that went out in early May, just drop a note to Support@SecureDocumentTrading.com and a representative will be happy to help you sign up!

Disclosure: A company I own provides the web to web version of this service at no charge to members, senders, or NAPPS.
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=8</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Ohio Process Servers Association</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Ohio is looking to form a state association.  This committee recent sent out a survey to connect members interested in the formation of such.  Please contact me at shawn@falconexpressservices.com if you would like to be added to our email list.

Thank you!

Shawn Condrey

Chair, NAPPS State Associations Committee]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=368</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>STATES WITH NO ASSOCIATION - CONTACT CHAIN</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Another project the Committee has been working on recently is a &lsquo;point of contact&rsquo; spreadsheet for those States not yet formally organized. Most importantly, as it applies to Legislative notification and outreach. I recently spent some time behind the scenes with our current Legislative Committee Chair, Mr. Andy Estin. The work that is being done regarding monitoring alone is mind-numbing, as it&rsquo;s a daily, multi-hour task to make certain State interests are being protected. However, as diligent as the Committee is, it can&rsquo;t be the only avenue of responsibility. It is imperative that EACH AND EVERY STATE has a contact hierarchy implemented for notification and action, so that if a bill is found of even minimal significance, the members of the pertinent State can act quickly and efficiently. Ask yourself the following:
1.	Who in your State is responsible for monitoring Bills that may have an adverse effect on the profession?
2.	If a Bill of such ilk is found, what is the corresponding plan of action?
3.	Who in your State should NAPPS contact if a potentially negative Bill is detected?
It cannot be, or should be, NAPPS&rsquo; sole responsibility for legislative monitoring. Does your State have a contact tree in place? Does NAPPS know what that flowchart looks like? Who is the point person and do either the Legislative or State Association Committee know who to quickly present their findings? If you answered with a shrug of your shoulders, I implore you to close that gap just as you are possibly able. As always, we are here to help and welcome the opportunity to do so.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=235</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>STATE ASSOCIATION ROUNDTABLE via ZOOM VIDEO CONFERENCE</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Please know that we will be holding our next NAPPS sponsored, State Association Roundtable via Zoom Video Conference, Saturday, the 18th of January at 9:00 am PST &ndash; 12:00 pm EST. The invitation to join can be requested from either Co-Chair via email. 

The Conference is geared towards State Association Leaders to discuss growth and vitalization topics in a relaxed Q &amp; A roundtable environment. The Video Conference is aimed towards State Association Presidents and/or their appointees specifically.

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=231</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Important announcements from the Texas Process Server's Association "TPSA"</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Alert!   Convention Rescheduled
Due to the Hurricane Harvey Recovery Operations being conducted from the Omni Hotel, our annual Convention has been rescheduled to 10 &amp; 11 Nov 2017.
For those who have already registered, your registration will automatically transfer to the new dates. If you have questions or concerns that the new dates do not work for you, please email us at TPSAOffice@gmail.comfor any changes or refunds. We apologize for any inconvenience this might have caused you.








    
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
        
    














Erin&rsquo;s List has setup a process server relief fund, the first goal of the relief fund is to provide support to process servers in the path of Hurricane Harvey. There are estimated to be well over 100 process servers in the currently defined impact area. These process servers are vital to the legal process.


To donate online, Click&gt; https://www.youcaring.com/erinslistfoundation-920309 
To apply online for help, Click&gt; Erin's List Relief Fund Application 


For information, donations, application for relief or to volunteer please contact: info@erinslist.us






]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=107</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Upcoming board meetings</title>
      <description><![CDATA[FAPPS, January 14 2017, NYSPPSA, January 15 2017. Agendas to be reported. Larry Yellon  of NYSPPSA will be presenting a white paper seeking a change in the Civil Practice law as far a the form required to attest to a service.FAPPS annual conference set for 3/24/17-3/26/17,Kissimmee Florida ,TAPPS annual mrrting Apri 8 2017, Nashville, Tennessee.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=57</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>2023 Court Technology Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Court Technology Conference sponsored by the National
Center of State Courts was held in Phoenix from Sept 12-15, 202 .   The conference lasted 3 days with many
seminars covering new technologies available to the courts and
reports from courts around the county explaining to the attendees the
technology they have implemented in their courts and the results
achieved by the new technology.

 
The court system in this country vary
greatly from county to county and state to state.  The technology in
one court may not even be online while a court in the same state is
very advanced and has all options available through the internet.  There have been many advances the last 5 years due to the pandemic.  Online and remote services have moved to the forefront in our business and in the court system..  See my report in the upcoming Docket Sheet for more details.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=375</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>Technology Enhancements to Notarization Process in 43 States-March 2023</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Technology Enhancements in Notary Law  
March 2023
E Notary- Remote online Notary (RON) vs Standard Notary: Do you know the rules? Signer beware:  If you are a registered notary notarizing server signatures remotely via a digital signature platform, you must be a RON approved notary for your state.  This article is to raise awareness and motivate you to adopt internal practices that are following state specific Remote Online Notarization practices. Education is key in the age of technological advancements that are happening fast and furious. Many courts are struggling to keep up with E digitalization. We find ourselves explaining to the clerks who may be unfamiliar with digital notarized Affidavits that Remote Online Notarization is legal.    
As process servers we are routinely asked to provide Affidavits that contain the final service results of our service. If notary is required to file the Affidavit in court , the notary signs in the &ldquo;Oath&rdquo; template section of  the affidavit. Under new online rules the oath template language changes and the role of the notary is to verify signature and identification of the process server. This enhances the proof  the affidavit of the process servers testimony of facts as outlined in the proof of service. If you&rsquo;re a company that manages a network of process servers you understand the challenges many servers face in obtaining a local notary to notarize affidavits.  The &ldquo;in person&rdquo; notary service is quickly being replaced by Remote Online Notary Services.  Local banks that didn&rsquo;t charge for notary services in the past are eliminating this service altogether as they adopt RON in their own business practices. 
Fed Ex is one of several companies entering the RON space. Fed Ex as one example, has built and is offering to its customers the opportunity to utilize fee based Remote Online Notaries. Research reveals the cost varies depending upon the type of document and the time the RON will spend online with the signer.  Current rates range between $25.00-$50.00 per notarization. Remember, these are the early days. As demand increases and more companies enter this space, the price will reduce. In the meantime, it&rsquo;s best we learn the rules of our state and how we may be able to adapt RON into our own business practices.  
A recent survey concluded that there seems to be some confusion surrounding what is the difference between electronic notarizations and online notarizations?  Using OH as an example: 
 In electronic notarizations, the Notary performs a notarization using their electronic seal and electronic signature on a digital document. The signer physically appears before the Notary in person, and the notarization is completed electronically. Ohio Notaries with an active commission can perform eNotarizations without additional authorization from the Secretary of State.
In online notarizations, the signer personally appears before the Notary using audio-visual technology. The Notary must use an online notarization system to perform the act. Notaries must get approval from the Secretary of State to perform online notarizations.
 
As of March 2023, there are 43 states that allow remote online notarization (RON). Those states include: 
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont and  Virginia. 
 
Each state has specific guidelines set forth that are required for RON notaries.  
Please visit the National Notary Association website for specifics pertaining to your state. 
 
Let us understand the rules of our state as essential components for the utilization of technology in a way that produces sustainability for our profession.   ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=359</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>2023 Technology Framework for Small Business</title>
      <description><![CDATA[2023 Suggestion Overview
For Small Business Technology Framework
 
Email &ndash; Office 365 Exchange, Access Email form Anywhere with internet Connection, no relying on a single In House Server. Hyper Secure when combined with Multifactor Authentication.
 
VOIP &ndash;Cloud Phone System &ndash; You Phone Everywhere you are. The ability to have a cloud based phone system that you can make and receive calls form anywhere with internet connection. You can use the Cell Phone App, a traditional style desk phone or a application that runs on your laptop/desktop. You can still have all the features of the phone systems you are used to at reduced cost and great flexibility. 
 
Server Cloud &ndash; Office 365 EU3 License &ndash; One Drive for Personal Files and Sharepoint for All Shared Company Data. Azure AD to manage Domain users Accounts from the Cloud without the need for an internal Infrastructure. 
 
Antivirus &ndash; Sentinel One &ndash; redefining cybersecurity by pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology. Our Singularity&trade;? XDR Platform encompasses AI-powered prevention, detection, response, and threat hunting across user endpoints, containers, cloud workloads, and IoT devices. Empowering modern enterprises to defend faster, at greater scale, and with higher accuracy across their entire attack surface. 
 
Multifactor Authentication &ndash; DUO MFA with Cell Phone or Fob to protect your Online Data and Local machines. Integrates with Active Directory-Azure AD and Office 365.
SPAM and Advanced Threat Detection &ndash; Barracuda quickly filters and sanitizes every email before it&rsquo;sdelivered to your mail server to protect you from email-borne threats. Using virus scanning, spam scoring, real-time intent analysis, URL link protection, reputation checks, and other techniques, Barracuda provides you with the best possible level of protection.
PC Protection &ndash; System to manage your windows updates and make sure they are being installed.
Internal Network Protection &ndash; A firewall tracks and monitors the traffic coming from the outside world into your network and the traffic from the internal network to the outside world. The firewall is there to protect the outside from seeing the internal network and devices and blocking various types of attacks. SonicWALL and Barracuda Networks both offer devices at an affordable price point and provide the security and features needed by businesses.
Wifi Routers: Wifi routers allow for you to use the internal network without having to plug into a network jack with a Ethernet/network cable. This creates a very fluid and accessible network. Grandstream makes some affordable and very powerful Wi fi routers.
Backups &ndash; Make sure you have a Good Backup in place for your Office 365 or local machines.
A Good Partnership with a Managed Service Provider can make all the difference in the world when it comes to trying to manage and keep up with the technology available and needed. Go with a MSP that can provide access and management of the solutions listed here.
Laptops and Desktops:
User Accounts managed in a Central location to assure Security and Access is regulated. This can be accomplished by taking advantage of Azure Active Directory. This allows you to create Accounts and Join machines to a completely cloud based Domain-Network. Giving you the flexibility to manage it from anywhere. User password resets, user lockouts and creating or deactivating users are all managed remotely. 
Machines are setup to store personal files on OneDrive Folders, and Company data on Sharepoint Folders, that are synced with the Online 365 system.  Having the files synced with Office 365, means that if the machine is damaged or lost, the files that are important are available online from any Web browser and easily synced back to a new machine for use.
Using DUO for Multi Factor Authentication allows the local machine to be secured with 2 pieces of information needed to access the system. Both the password that is stored in Azure Active Directory on the cloud, and accepting a request sent to your cell phone or a token number on a fob that is carried by the end user.
Antivirus installed on the machines ensures you are safe when using the machine and exploring the internet. It also means the machine is safe for other people on your network to share files with.  The AV you choose should be able to update regularly, scan files not only on access, but when downloaded and when a program runs that is only in the memory of your machine. With out these components you are leaving the machine, yourself and anyone else on the same network open for a Virus Attack. SentinelOne is the best on the market are keeping the machines safe from Attackers and the users or the machine themselves. It is continuously updated from the cloud servers and monitors all processes on the local machine. The cloud backends also monitors the other machines in the network to look for suspicious activity on a machine accessing items it usually doesn&rsquo;t or should be from other systems in the same network.
Activate BitLocker on the machines, this encrypts the local hard drive and does not allow access to the data even if the hard drive is removed from the machine. Make sure the Keys are stored centrally. This can be done within Azure Active Directory as well.
Make sure Windows is updated on a regular basis, the recommendation would be weekly. At a minimum of Critical and Security patches for the Windows Operating system and Driver and Firmware for the type of device. This can be done manually but it best to have a system push and manage this for the machines to ensure all of your users are staying up to date and secure.
Cell Phones:Make sure all Cell Phones are using Face Recognition (with Eyes Open Needed) or a PIN Lock Screen to ensure the device can not be opened by other people if lost or stolen.
Internal Network:
Have a reliable and reputable Internet provider. Then in between the Internet service and the Internal Switch and machines, have a Firewall in place. This will allow for monitoring of the traffic and block any external users from gaining access to the internal machines and devices on the network.
For Internal Wifi, use a reputable Wifi Router, not the Wifi delivered by the internet company. This will keep your internal Wifi isolated behind the firewall. Make sure you are using a Secure password for the Wifi access and have a router that will allow for separate Wifi networks for business and guest access.
 
For the Internal Switch, using a Power Over Ethernet (POE) Gigabit Switch will allow for Phones, computers and other POE devices to be used with a single switch.  POE delivers power directly from the Switch to the devices without the need for a power plug. 
External Cloud Services:
The services listed below are all cloud based, which means there is no physical hardware needed at the local offices and offer access from anywhere with an internet connection. From the office to home to a sandy beach in Brazil, you can work seamlessly taking advantage of these offerings.
 
Office 365 Services:
Email &ndash; Email offered on combination with a majority of Office 365 subscriptions means your email is hosted in the cloud and accessible from your laptop, tablet, phone or any internet browser.
OneDrive &ndash; Personal File storage in the cloud, offered with a majority of office 365 plans, keeps your files safe and in a separate location in case you have an issue wit your local machine. Also provides access from your laptop, tablet, phone, or any internet browser.
Sharepoint &ndash; Business file storage similar to OneDrive but for Files that will be shared amongst many users in your business. Again, offered with Office 365 subscriptions and accessible from your laptop, tablet, phone, or any internet browser.
Azure Active Directory- This is an online location for creating and machines users accounts and machine accounts. Giving you the ability to control and monitor access to your data and machines. Also cloud based allowing for management from anywhere with internet and the ability to remotely resolve issues. Features also allow for making sure machines meet the criteria you have set before being allowed to access your cloud services. Mobile Devices can also be joined and monitored and remotely wiped clean. This is offered with some of the Office 365 subscriptions.
DUO is a Multi Factor Authentication platform that is cloud based as well. Offering the added protection to the other cloud-based offering mention as well as the local laptops and desktops you rely on. Having Multi Factor or 2 Factor authentication is quickly becoming a requirement of most insurance companies.
SPAM Service:
SPAM is those emails that you don&rsquo;t want or need. A SPAM service sits in between the internet and Office 365 for your email It scans it for unwanted emails. A good service also scans the attachments of your emails for virus and blocks then and does Advanced Threat Detection, which looks at the links inside the email and will block it if they are dangerous. 
VOIP &ndash; Phone System:
VOIP stands for Voice over IP. Which means the call is transferred over a network cable or the internet. There are literally thousands of VOIP companies on the internet. Most of which offer about the same features, but at drastically different pricing. Having a Cloud based system means you are not relying on the old phones lines you are used too. Having all the features with you were ever you are gives you the ability to be available for your customers at any given time. Make sure you check all the features you need before signing a long contract. 
Backups:
This is open of the most over looked items that a business really relies on. Even when using cloud services for all your files and email. The need to make sure you have backups of the data is essential to your business&rsquo;s existence.  Cloud services do a great job and offering and making your data and emails accessible. But it is still the Businesses responsibly to back up the files that are stored there. The cloud services don&rsquo;t offer the ability to restore files that were accidently deleted by you or your staff.  Which means if someone deletes the project folder for your biggest client mistakenly or even on purpose. You need to be able to recover those files. Make sure you back service is not only offsite and cloud based but backs up every day.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=358</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>SEO Update and Court Technology Changes </title>
      <description><![CDATA[
The technology committee continues to work to increase our ranking and presence on Google, Bing and Yahoo. Our Search Engine Optimization &ldquo;SEO&rdquo; analytics shows the NAPPS ranking campaign has been constantly improving monthly based through the month of August 2019 based on analytic search results. We started to see decrease at the end of September 2019 with discontinuance of the SEO campaign. 

We ended our SEO contract with Bell Media this past August due to the high yearly cost to maintain. Since, discontinuing the campaign, I believe it would be highly beneficial to hire one or two content writers to create high value blog articles for the NAPPS website to increase NAPPS ranking. The benefits of enriched content articles provide a boost in client conversions, bring more traffic to the website with increased search engine ranking, build brand awareness and educate visitors (i.e. attorneys, paralegals, general public) on the benefits of using NAPPS member.
The committee is currently researching for content writers to provide articles for SEO benefit. I believe we should use a several different writers to get a variety of content that is engaging and keeps the visitor engaged. 
This past September, 2019 the Court Technology Conference &ldquo;CTC&rdquo; was held in New Orleans, Louisiana. The conference provided in-depth look on e-court technology infrastructure and how it is being implemented on a national basis. The discussions at the conference was centered on Artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is on the rise in business as computers become smarter. Some of the benefits are Enhances Efficiency, Increases Automation, Extends and Expands Creativity. Experts from Thomson Reuters provided insight on how AI is being used in the legal industry and where it is headed within government agencies and future impact within the court system. I can tell you that AI was talked about quite a bit in several different sessions. 
The committee continues to keep a watchful eye on all technology sectors that could have an effect on process servers, such as electronic service of process and proposed mailing bills through subscribed RSS and email alerts.
Respectfully, 
Michael Kern
Technology Committee Chairman 
 ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=230</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <item>
      <title>NAPPS Find a Server Report</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The technology committee continues to work with the SEO Company to increase our ranking and presence on Google, Bing and Yahoo. One of the committee&rsquo;s main goals is to rank each members city and state listing. For example, if a member has multiple city listings in NAPPS the goal is to have each city listing ranked in the search engines. Example: https://napps.org/Process-Servers/State/City with the catchphrase under the URL: Find a local process server in &ldquo;City, State&rdquo; through NAPPS, the largest, worldwide association of professional process servers.
Our Search Engine Optimization &ldquo;SEO&rdquo; analytics shows the NAPPS ranking campaign has been constantly improving monthly based on search results. We have an average of 4.62 pages viewed with an average duration on the website of 4:55 minutes per session. Recently, Torri Schaffer has joined the Technology committee and has provided some additional ideas for key words and or content to expand the NAPPS website.  
Reporting Period: January - June 2018 vs. January - June 2019 
Website Highlights

    7.71% Increase in Sessions
    12.78% Increase in Users
    13.99% Increase in New Users

Organic Highlights

    13.07% Increase in Sessions 
    15.97% Increase in Users 
    17.91% Increase in New Users 

The SEO company continues to do an outstanding job in order to achieve goals the committee has set forth. I believe this is one of the greatest benefits of membership in order to continue to drive traffic to our members.  
We created the NAPPS Facebook Group page to engage process servers and members alike. You now have the ability to interact with other process servers, investigators and legal support professional around the world. Currently we have over 900 members in the group, since its inception in May 2019 and is growing monthly. 
I have actively pursuing several technology conferences held around the country that may be beneficial for the association to market to law firms, collection agencies and insurance companies to connect with our members. 
The committee continues to keep a watchful eye on all technology sectors that could have an effect on process servers, such as electronic service of process and proposed mailing bills through subscribed RSS and email alerts.
Respectfully, 
Michael Kern    

 Technology Committee Chairman]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=229</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 07 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Benefits of Social Media</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Most social media outlets are conceivably some of the best and cost-effective forms of uninterrupted advertising, yet many businesses do not take advantage of the opportunities they bring. This would be a diverse way in which businesses can tap the power of social media in order to increase their sales, directly reach their audience or consumers, and minimize their marketing costs. I was recently reminded of that fact when I received a call from an out-of-state client, who said I am a Twitter follower of his and had retweeted some of his postings in the past. He went on to say that he saw a posting by me in regards to e-filing in California and gave me a call. Since that day, the client continues to use many of our legal support services. Over the past several years I've gained many new customers and those customers have in turn continued to recommend my company to others across the nation. I usually post something about my services on social media every other day, as well as other interesting articles that followers find appealing. 
There are several mobile applications where you can post the same content on virtually multiple platforms all at once. Some examples are Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Buffer and others. This will save you time of having to log into each separate platform individually to post. Consequently, most businesses no longer have an option on whether to be on social media or not. Those that do not, will see their market share decrease; while their counterparts who do will continue to gain market share. 
Many Internet searches today are performed by a mobile device, and according multiple data reports nearly 60% of online searches are from a mobile device, thus making it important to get in front of those potential customers by providing valuable information and services on a mobile and online medium. There are dozens of social media sites, but the most popular sites are Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat among others. These sites have gained a sufficient reputation that has made them more than just a platform for people to socialize; they have become very efficient tools for marketing, with great impact for small and large businesses.
Small and large scale businesses currently use social media to increase their networks and grow their clientele. The more businesses communicate with their customers, the more they learn and continue utilize social media, by making it easier to interact with their audience in an open environment. Another benefit associated with social media is the valuable insight from customers (whether positive and or negative) that you may receive as feedback from valued customers.
Social media for business has allowed companies to increase brand awareness and expand their services at little or no cost. The old costs associated with traditional advertising methods are much higher compared to advertising on social media, but the most important benefit of social media is the increased website traffic and search ranking of a business website. Social media helps you direct people to your website and the more social media shares you receive, the higher your search ranking will be! Overall social media has a low-cost with a global scale output, and its impact is in fact measurable. Don't be afraid of social media, embrace it as this is the future. 
Michael Kern  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=199</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>CEPEJ adapts official  guidelines  on the use of Artificial Intelligence</title>
      <description><![CDATA[For the past several years a committee on the use of Artificial Intelligence and predictive justice held numerous meetings writing guidelines for the courts of the  47 countries of the European Council.  

This technology was studied and many experts and programmers were brought in to educate the members on what the technology is capable of at this point and it's abillities within the court system.   The guidelines were finished and adopted during the CEPEJ meeting held last week in Strasbourg.   These guidelines will be updated occasionally as the technologies advance.   

A link to the CEPEJ site is below.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=148</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>CEPEJ Study Group on Artificial Intelligence</title>
      <description><![CDATA[On June 27th, I attended a working session of CEPEJ, the authority which monitors and sets guidelines for the efficiency of justice in the Council of Europe.  (47 countries).  Through our relationship with the UIHJ, who is an observer to CEPEJ, I was able to obtain an invitation to the meeting.  

Throughout the day there were many experts that gave the CEPEJ members updates on the technology available currently and the companies/software being used to offer the services.  Many of them from the United States.  They covered topics concerning what artificial intelligence is capable of in the legal sector at this time and what information and services the court, especially the judge can obtain from these services.

There was then much discussion on how and when this technology should be used.  ie:  should we let the computers render judgments, or suggest arguments &amp; opinions?   The morality and extent of the use of new technologies available is still an open question.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=140</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>23rd Congress of the UIHJ</title>
      <description><![CDATA[     Gary Crowe, Sue Collins, Fred Blum and President Mike Kern attended the 23rd triennial congress of the UIHJ May 1-4 in Bangkok. 
     This Congress centered around technology and what is happening in many countries in the world with the new technology available and how it will effect the profession of civil process and enforcement.    There were many speakers representing many world-wide organizations and backgrounds providing information for those in attendance.  Gary Crowe was one of the speakers during a round table on Wednesday.  

More than 400 people were in attendance with 60 countries represented.  The picture was taken by a drone.  


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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=135</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Swedish Government to use Blockchain technology</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Sweden's land-ownership authority is soon expected to conduct their first Blackchain technology property transaction affter two years of testing on March 7th, the Wall Street Journal reports.  This new technology is being discussed for use in the court systems of many countries.  

A definition of Blockchain Technology per Wikipedia:
A blockchain, originally block chain, is a continuously growing list of records, called blocks, which are linked and secured using cryptography. Each block typically contains a cryptographic hash of the previous block, a timestamp and transaction data. By design, a blockchain is inherently resistant to modification of the data. It is "an open, distributed ledger that can record transactions between two parties efficiently and in a verifiable and permanent way".  Once recorded, the data in any given block cannot be altered retroactively without the alteration of all subsequent blocks, which requires collusion of the network majority.
Blockchains are secure by design. This makes blockchains potentially suitable for the recording of events, medical records,  and other records management activities.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=130</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Innovative Justice Forum</title>
      <description><![CDATA[


The Innovation of Justice Forum was
held on December 7th at the Peace Palace in The Hague.
The meeting was attended by judges, professors and individuals
involved with court technology from all over the world and sponsored by HiiL (The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law). 
 
During the forum a contest was held
between 15 companies who presented the new technology they had
created to the attendees.  At the end of the Forum the top 3 were
announced.  The sponsoring organization of the Forum had been
mentoring the 15 companies for the previous 6 months to help them go
forward with their ideas and have a better chance of success.  There
were 600 applicants for the program.  The winning company would
received more money and continuing support from HiiL.

 
Workshops were held on data collection
and use, tracking of cases, transference of documents and artificial
intelligence and it's benefits and weaknesses.  A lot of attention
was shown to the problem of an individuals rights to access to
justice and how to make that happen.   
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      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=122</link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 09 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>CyberJustice Lab in Montreal, Canada</title>
      <description><![CDATA[  President Mike Kern, Gary Crowe and Sue Collins visit the Cyber Justice Lab 

The CyberJustice lab at the University of Montreal held a seminar in cooperation with the Federation of Trusted Third Parties .  We were treated to a tour of the mock court room that the lab has put into place at the university.  

The room is used to test and demonstrate the new technologies available to the court systems.  Students, government agencies and other organizations involved in the court system are invited to experience and test the new technologies being developed by the university.  Software systems and equipment have made this a virtual reality court room that works seamlessly for all involved.  

There were 6 speakers during the visit that explained the use of digital signatures, process and enforcement on to the use of bitcoins and video conferencing.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=119</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Court Technology Conference in Salt Lake City</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ 

  

Sue Collins, Tech Chair attended the Court Technology Conference held in Salt Lake City to represent NAPPS and it's members.  The conference was presented by the National Center for State Courts and attended by approximately 1500 individuals representing the nations courts.  

There were 3 days of workshops and seminars presenting the technology available to the courts at this time and several seminars given by court administrators and counties informing everyone of the advances they have made in their particular court systems and the benefits they have received from the technology.

I will report further in my article in the next issue of the Docket Sheet.  

]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=111</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS to attend the Court Technology conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Sue Collins, technology chair will attend the Court Technology conference in Salt Lake City next week.  This conference will update NAPPS on what is currently happening in the U.S. Courts and what we can expect in the future.
It is so important for NAPPS and it's members to keep up on technology and the direction our courts are taking with the technology becoming available.  We need to make sure we are able to stay relevant in the system with changes taking place.  
I will report on the information obtained during this conference both on this blog and in the next issue of the Docket Sheet.  ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=106</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Process Server Technology and You!</title>
      <description><![CDATA[
Wow! Another great year in the books for the technology committee. My committee
has been working on many projects over the past year regarding the
website.  Some examples are the continuous updates to website, creation
and design of the NAPPS App, production of two &ldquo;YouTube&rdquo; marketing
videos and , while reaching out to several process serving software
companies to connect with the NAPPS trading platform. We are constantly adding Process Server Technology enhancements to the website as follows:






    Drop down menu &ldquo;Document Type&rdquo; and listed 15 common documents served
    Installed Legiscan &ldquo;Legislation Map&rdquo; widget showing nationwide of all legislation being watched by NAPPS in the member&rsquo;s only section.
    Display the Six most current issues of the docket in Members only section
    Installed Google maps widget for each member listing. The maps shows the pinning &ldquo;Locations&rdquo; where each member is located based on address or zip code search, which provides an SEO value.
    Added check box to job posting for members to &ldquo;Request a carbon copy of job posting&rdquo; and send e-mail

Website Enhancements in Production: 
We are currently in production on building a NAPPS App Conventions, Docket, breaking news, membership updates and more that will be ready by end of  the year;  Another is the design and Installation of a "Banner" on the NAPPS home page of website to display breaking news or upcoming events. 


Social Media: Constant posting on all social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Google+. We only had Facebook prior to me being elected to the board with only 480 likes and now in less than two years have over 1,300 likes.  Twitter has really grown since going live with almost 1,000 followers. 
Marketing: I am currently part of the marketing and strategic planning committee to find new avenues of growth in the association and the general public. One example is hiring a Search Engine Optimization (SEO), which funds have been approved by the board of directors to hire an Search engine optimization (SEO) company in order to get NAPPS more website or web page visibility of a website or a web page in a search engine's unpaid results often referred to as "natural, &ldquo;or &ldquo;organic&rdquo;.
Video: Scripted and designed the first NAPPS YouTube video. These videos will be used for membership promotion to process servers and investigators to join NAPPS and the 2nd video will be made for lawyers, paralegals and the general public the benefits of using a NAPPS member. I think it highlights the value of membership that will provide us with a great marketing and SEO benefit. The first video is already live on the NAPPS website. Visit the NAPPS website and check it out.
Blog &amp; Social Media posting: I continuously post information on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Google+ on a regular basis to inform members of the latest news, technology and legislative issues around the country. We have currently 1,125 Facebook likes and Twitter has over 895 followers, which has increased by 76% over the past two years
Secure Trading Document Service &ldquo;SDTS&rdquo;: I have reached out to many process serving software companies to connect with NAPPS trading Platform on a global scale.
Attend Events: I attended the National Center for State Courts &ldquo;NCSC&rdquo; conference in Las Vegas December 2016. This conference provided in-depth look and discussion on e-court technology infrastructure and how it is being implemented on a national basis. Discussions will included, which States are providing an e-filing portal or similar infrastructure that supports this technology, such as an Electronic Filing Service Providers (EFSP) that allow filers to choose additional capabilities. The key topics of the conference were the discussions of artificial intelligence, big data, e-filing of documents, and cyber-security. It was a great conference and believe it is important to inform our members that court technology is coming at a rapid rate.
Michael Kern

 Technology Chairman    
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=103</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Technology Committee Report and Website Updates -  2/11/2017</title>
      <description><![CDATA[My committee has been working on several projects. Some examples are the continuous updates to website, creation and design of the NAPPS App, production of two &ldquo;YouTube&rdquo; marketing videos and reaching out to several process serving software companies to connect with the trading platform.
Features installed on the NAPPS website:

    Return to Home bottom at the bottom of each page.
    Drop down menu &ldquo;Document Type&rdquo; and listed 15 common documents served
    Disclaimer wording under comments and above Send E-Mail
    Display the Six most current issues of the docket in Members only section
    Installed Google maps widget for each member listing. The maps shows the pinning &ldquo;Locations&rdquo; where each member is located based on address or zip code search, which provides an SEO value.

 Currently under construction to be installed on website:

    Install "Runner banner" on Home page to display breaking news or upcoming events.  
    Design and build a NAPPS App to replace Whova &ndash; Conventions, news &amp; Updates
    Install new YouTube videos to the social media widget and display master video to home page 

After much trial and error the technology committee has scraped the 50 State rules project to work with the job post. We found it hard to configure all service document types for every state (i.e. Summons, Complaint, Citations, Orders, Petitions, Service at home or business, etc.) and some members felt it was less helpful than beneficial during our testing phase, so it was removed. 
I attended the National Center for State Courts &ldquo;NCSC&rdquo; conference in Las Vegas December 2016. This conference provided in-depth look on e-court technology infrastructure and how it is being implemented on a national basis. It was amazing to witness the rate the courts are implementing online technology and see the benefits or the impact it could have to the legal community. Over two dozen states are embracing the future of technology. The electronic adoption rate in the court system is growing at 25-30% per year and by 2027 all courts nationwide will have a fully intergraded system. It will be more cost effective, quicker and easier to access court information, while reducing court delays and paperwork. Several courts believe that GPS &ldquo;Geo tagging&rdquo; evidence on service of process will be the standard over the two decades and while others are not so sure. The key topics of the conference were the discussions of artificial intelligence, big data, e-filing of documents, and cyber security. It was a great conference and believe it is important to inform our members that court technology is coming at a rapid rate and is imperative for them to embrace the future by implement technology into their business in order to continue to be relevant in the future.
Respectfully,
 
Michael Kern
Technology Chairman
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=75</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Technology Committee Report - Website Update - 12-1-16</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As the Technology chair, I have been looking for ways to enhance the NAPPS Job Post feature. Some of ways are installing of Google Maps, drop down of document types and providing rules for all 50 states in order to provide more information to the member.
Updates and or Features to be or have installed on live NAPPS website as follows:

    Install a "Runner" in the Members Only Section and or Home page of website to display breaking news or upcoming events.  
    Design and build a NAPPS App to replace Whova &ndash; Conventions, news &amp; Updates
    Add a "Return to Home" bottom at the bottom of each page/link.
    Added Disclaimer Terms of Use *
    Added Drop down &ldquo;Document Type&rdquo; and listed 15 common documents served:
    Added Disclaimer wording under comments and above Send E-Mail *
    Created a database spread sheet for all 50 State rules that can be updated anytime
    Added State rules of receiving state &ndash; This will let members know that some state required &ldquo;First Paper&rdquo; to be attempted by Sheriff based on statute. 
    Display the Six most current issues of the docket in Members only section
    Job Post Email - Job post will send the state rules of origin, when requesting a quote. 
    Add/install on our website Google maps widget. The Google maps will show the pinning of the &ldquo;Locations&rdquo; of each member is located hosted on the NAPPS website based on address or zip code search, while providing an SEO benefit. 

*Add Disclaimer Terms of Use on Job Post section of website:
Disclaimer Terms: 
The guidelines on state rules for Process Service is only a reference and should be verified before use. Laws regarding civil process in you state may change occasionally and is suggested to visit your states judicial branch website for the most update rules regarding civil process. You acknowledge and agree that, by accessing or submitting a request through the NAPPS Job Post, you have read and understand the terms of use, when submitting a request through this feature.
*Added Disclaimer wording under comments and above Send E-Mail: 

*It is incumbent upon the forwarding -receiving party to be aware of all rules that apply for proper manner of service and provisions for that jurisdiction. You must be authorized by your jurisdiction to ensure proper and legal service for documents you are sending and/or serving. (Note: Some Jurisdictions require service by Sheriff)
I will be attending the National Center for State Courts &ldquo;NCSC&rdquo; conference in Las Vegas December 12-14, 2016. This convention will provide an in-depth look and discussion on e-court technology infrastructure and how it is being implemented on a national basis. I continue to post industry related articles on a monthly basis to our social media outlets regarding court updates, technology changes and fun facts to the benefit of our audience.
Michael Kern
Website/Social Media Chairman
]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=53</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Technology Committee Report - Website Update - 8/13/2016</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since the transfer of the NAPPS website from GoDaddy Hosting to DBS, we have able to see the many benefits in the last year.  Some examples are the NAPPS database has a faster upload time, no interruptions based on server and greater customer service provided by web hosting company. Here is an outline of updates or features to website completed and future updates to be installed:

Updates/Features installed on live NAPPS website:

    Duplicated the NAPPS website on a non-live version for updates and changes without affecting the live version called &ldquo;TestNAPPS&rdquo;.
    Uploaded New Mexico convention photos to website
    Updated Board of Directors information and photo
    Program and Activate NAPPS credit Card payment authorization process through website for dues and donations
    Add Skype capabilities to website in member search section. this update makes the phone numbers listed for members hyperlink and allows mobile phones to be called through the internet
    Tested and fixed RSS Feed on website
    Made the Request for Service and Request for Change of Address/Box-holder Information forms PDF fillable.
                                    
    Features to be added in the next update on the website are as follows:
    
    Install a "Runner" in the Members Only Section and or Home page of website to display breaking news or upcoming events.  Great way to promote the Whova App, convention and or do you need or want a roommate to lower the cost of attending? This may be a great idea.  
    Add a "Return to Home" bottom at the bottom of each page/link.
    Add/install on our website Google maps widget. The Google maps widget will show the pinning of the &ldquo;Locations&rdquo; where each member is located hosted on the NAPPS website based on address or zip code search. (Webmaster is currently in production and testing process). 
    
    

At the end of this year, I am planning to attend the National Center for State Courts &ldquo;NCSC&rdquo; in Las Vegas December 12-14, 2016. This convention will provide the in-depth details on court technology infrastructure and how it is being implemented on a national basis. Discussions will include, which States are providing an e-filing portal or similar infrastructure that supports this technology, such as an Electronic Filing Service Providers (EFSP) that allow filers to choose additional capabilities.  I will continue to post industry related articles on a monthly basis to our social media outlets regarding court updates, technology and fun facts to engage our readers.
Respectfully,
Michael Kern
Technology Chairman    ]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=39</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Technology Committee Report – NAPPS Conference – Albuquerque, New Mexico 2016</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Over the last twelve months I have been able to achieve many of the goals, I outlined at the NAPPS conference in Washington D.C. last year.  Some of those goals were the rebuild of the NAPPS website, signup on all social media platforms and be more transparent with our membership by providing the technology information that is important and beneficial. Another benefit to the membership is our alliance with the FNTC (National Federation of Trusted Third Parties. In September 2015 Lance Randall, Gary Crowe and I attended several successful meetings in Paris, France with the &ldquo;FNTC&rdquo;, where we were shown many of their technology benefits including several electronic archiving solutions, encryptions and notification systems that is far advanced from what is currently being used in the United States. These benefits would be accessible to NAPPS members and provide courts that NAPPS is a trusted third party as the courts move forward with electronic formats and standards. While in attendance, our President fortified our relationship by signing and agreeing to have our NAPPS membership in the FNTC status being elevated to the Fourth College as a voting member. This is a very prestigious level of membership, as NAPPS now represents all of the United States. 
Since the launch of the new NAPPS website in late 2015, the website has been receiving positive feedback. My goal was to provide members with the latest technology news, conference updates and court updates to give our visitors that NAPPS is the best source of information. Our social media presence has skyrocketed on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn as are postings are being shared, re-tweeted, and liked by individuals who subscribe to these outlets on a regular basis.  
Our NAPPS Google analytics shows, we are receiving approximately 1100 hits per day with a very low bounce rate around 27% and 4.71 pages are viewed per visit. I am currently working with our webmaster John Shelley to install Google maps on NAPPS website later this year. The Google maps widget will show where each member is located based on address or zip code search, while provide an SEO benefit.
As I previously reported a group called OASIS proposed standards earlier this year in regards to e-service, which NAPPS provided comments, edits and insight in order to protect due process. Several other state associations provided comments regarding OASIS ECF 5.0. Based on those comments OASIS has accepted several of the changes suggested.  The standards written by OASIS is being used by courts in the USA that serve over 1/3 of the population and growing and if e-service proposal was adopted as written and implemented by courts it could have far reaching ramification on the profession.
At the end of this year I am planning to attend the National Center for State Courts &ldquo;NCSC&rdquo; in Las Vegas. This entity provides in-depth details on court technology infrastructure and how it is being implemented on a national basis.  
Respectfully,

 Michael Kern
Board of Directors/Technology Chairman]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=38</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Technology Committee Report – February 6, 2016</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As previously reported a group called OASIS recently proposed standards regarding e-service, which NAPPS provided comments, edits and insight in order to protect due process. Several other state associations provided comments regarding OASIS ECF 5.0 (e-Service) and based on those comments OASIS has accepted several of the changes suggested (See attachment). I am planning to join OASIS for membership on their technical committee and attend their conference later this year on behalf of NAPPS (See application). This will provide valuable insight on the direction of the courts regarding e-service and e-filing.  Remember the standards written by OASIS is already being used by courts in the USA that serve over 1/3 of the population and growing. As many of you know. If OASIS e-service proposal was adopted as written and implemented by courts it could have far reaching ramification on the profession. 
Since our launch of the new NAPPS website in October 2015 the website has been receiving rave reviews and seem to have worked out all the minor issues or glitches that the website had early on.  We will continue to add features, pictures, conference updates and blog postings to provide information to our members to show NAPPS members and the general public alike that we are the best source of information. Our NAPPS social media presents has greatly increased on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn as are postings are being shared, re-tweeted, and liked by individuals who subscribe to these outlets on a regular basis.  Here is a list of our NAPPS social media likes, followers and or subscribers currently:

    Facebook: 836 Likes
    LinkedIn: 873 Followers
    Google+ 65 Followers
    Instagram: 51 Followers
    Twitter: 548 Followers

Another feature that I would like to install on our website later this year is Google maps widget. The Google maps widget will show where each member is located hosted on the NAPPS website based on address or zip code search.

According to the NAPPS Google Analytics account, we are receiving approximately 1100 hits per day Monday through Friday and 150 hits per day on Saturday/Sundays. The site has a very low bounce rate around 27% and 4.71 pages are viewed per visit. 
In closing, I will be attending a couple of technology conferences around the country in order to relay the changes in our courts system as well how process servers may be impacted in the future. I will continue to post valuable information, technology and court updates as information is gathered.

Michael Kern    
Technology Committee Chairman]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=21</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Technology Committee Report  11-7-15</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Since our conference in Washington, DC the committee has been engaged on several of the following projects:  First, by bringing fresh ideas and adding value of membership; Second, the migration, development and launch of the much anticipated NAPPS website, which will provide a positive return to the membership by connecting our members to the general public; Third, by enhancing our partnership with the FNTC (National Federation of Trusted Third Parties) in becoming full voting member representing the United States.


In our ever continuing pursuit to provide our membership with added benefits, our committees have been actively pursuing several technology conferences held around the country that may be beneficial for the association to market to law firms, collection agencies and insurance companies to connect with our members. Another is to provide insight on the ever changing issues regarding electronic service of process (e-Sop), which one committee is OASIS, who is recognized nationally for the electronic filing technical standards and specifications. The standards written by OASIS is already being used by courts in the USA that serve over 1/3 of the population and growing. I believe NAPPS should join as a member and serve on the technical committee for the sole purpose of watching out for proposals regarding e-Filing and e-Service. As many of you know OASIS recently proposed standards regarding e-service, which several associations as well as NAPPS provided comments and insight in order to protect due process and the profession. If OASIS e-service proposal was adopted as written and implemented by courts it could have far reaching ramification on the industry. I am proud that the Board of Directors was able to provide input to the committee and demonstrate that NAPPS is truly a trusted third party &ldquo;Process Server&rdquo;, when providing notice and the importance of protecting the due process rights of litigants. I believe our comments along with other associations have helped shaped the proposed standards going forward.
We have launched the new redesigned NAPPS website earlier last month. The committee has worked tirelessly on the build out of the new website to provide users with a modern feel and enhanced capabilities. The website was built on a robust platform with added social media icons to provide a fast and easy way to connect with NAPPS. The committee believes that by introducing this enhanced feature, it will drive more potential business to our members, as well as provide added monetary value to the association by way of additional city listings and increased membership. 
In late September Lance Randall, Gary Crowe and I attended several successful meetings in Paris, France with the National Federation of Trusted Third Parties (FNTC). We were shown many of their technology benefits including several electronic archiving solutions, encryptions and notification systems that is far advanced from what is currently being used in the United States. These benefits would be accessible to NAPPS members and provide courts that NAPPS is a trusted third party as the courts move forward with electronic formats and standards. While in attendance, our President fortified our relationship by signing and agreeing to have our NAPPS membership in the FNTC status being elevated to the Fourth College as a voting member. This is a very prestigious level of membership, as NAPPS now represents all of the United States. 
I would like to thank John Shelly for his help with my design and vision on the build out of the new website as well Bob Musser for his collaboration on making the transition of the old website to our new hosting platform. Without these two individuals this may not have been possible. I am constantly looking for ways to better our association and exceed your expectations.  I encourage each of you to serve on a committee and invest in our future.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=19</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NAPPS Technology Committee Report 8-8-2015</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I have taken on this commitment with great enthusiasm and a desire to enable NAPPS to be more interactive with its members and the general public, while bringing greater value to our members.

One of my goals is the redesign of the NAPPS website. My committee has worked tirelessly on the build out of new, more robust website to provide users with a modern feel and enhanced capabilities, while being mobile responsive. The website has been designed and built on the premise of providing users with a modern day website with easy to use features.  We have also added the social media widgets, providing a fast and easy way to connect with NAPPS; along with our new document trading platform (Secure Document Trading Service) allowing members of NAPPS to send and receive documents free of charge with attorneys, paralegals, and anyone else via our website. I will make a presentation during board meeting on the design, features and concept of the new proposed site for board approval and launch.

I have signed up NAPPS on all major social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Google+ and YouTube in order for members, non-members and the general public engage with NAPPS.  We have also installed on the new proposed website an RSS feed enabling members and prospective future members to opt into our feed making NAPPS and even greater resource.  We will be posting information and updates on a regular basis to inform members of the latest news, technology and legislative issues around the country in order to make NAPPS a premier source for news and information.


I believe these changes are essential for the forward growth of the association, and will provide our members with additional benefits and value. I will continue to find and implement new ways to improve the website, while improving our organic ranking for search engine optimization.  I am always open to any suggestions from a member who would like to give their input to better serve the association.

I am currently looking into several technology conferences held around the country that
may be beneficial for the association to market to law firms, collection agencies and insurance companies to connect with our members.  In closing I will continue to look for ways to enhance association through different avenues of technology.]]></description>
      <link>http://napps.org/blog.aspx?id=11</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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