Although I am not in the region, I want to say something about the metric system bill:
Is it even legal? Think about, it disturbs interstate commerce if the other 4 regions are still using the customary system. While an awful idea put forth and supported by mostly people who in real-life reside outside the border of the United States, it seems if this is to be dealt with at all, it should be at the federal level only.
Well holy crap...I have similar concerns myself.
That in no way means the bill is per se unconstitutional, however, I'm sure arguments for both sides can be made.
I eagerly await a court battle.