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• of Speech Highway and specifies that the designation does not supersede any other designation of the
• I offered my amendment with the thoughts and sentiment of most in the room, knowing that this freedom
• of speech is a fundamental reason and part of it, a fundamental part of the platform.
• us and every American actually have freedom of speech, with the empathy that no one should be, you know
• can continue to organize without the threat of felony charges for speech and peaceful assembly.

Committee: Senate Senate Public Safety Committee of Reference

Summary: The Public Safety Committee met for its first session, introduced staff and pages, and then heard several bills. SB 1010 would designate Loop 202 as the Charlie Kirk Highway; an amendment to rename it the Freedom of Speech Highway failed, and after testimony both supporting the honor and objecting that it would affect the Ed Pastor portion of the freeway, the bill received a do pass recommendation on a 4-3 vote. SB 1077 would impose felony penalties for operating online services that facilitate prostitution, pandering, or child sex trafficking, and also address harmful sexual material and age verification; with no public testimony, it passed 5-2. SB 1093 would expand the definition of riot to include force or violence causing property damage and add riot to racketeering and conspiracy provisions; the ACLU opposed it as overbroad and harmful to protest rights, but the committee still gave it a do pass recommendation on a 4-3 vote. SB 1058 would create the Second Amendment Financial Privacy Act to bar government firearm registries and restrict firearm-related merchant category codes; gun-rights advocates supported it as a privacy measure, and it passed 4-3. The committee also heard SB 1035, which appropriates funds for a 5% pay increase for sworn correctional officers and department civilians at ADCRR. The sponsor said the raise is a top priority and part of budget discussions. Correctional employee representatives supported the pay increase but argued it is not enough and urged a larger raise, while private prison representatives and the Arizona Police Association asked that the increase also cover private prison employees to preserve pay parity and retention. Some members raised concerns about the fiscal impact and about whether private prison funds would be directed to salaries rather than profit. An amendment extending the raise to private prison employees under contract with the department was adopted, and the amended bill passed 4-3, with several members explaining their votes based on the need for a footnote or further safeguards and others supporting parity across state and private facilities.

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• Lucas wrote, "Freedom is a word that rings loud in the hearts of many Americans.
• We all know what freedom is. We all know what the absence of freedom feels like.
• </c> what the absence of freedom feels like. what the absence of freedom feels like.
• Our military has stood for freedom throughout our history in times of peace and peril.
• the principle of generation had to the principle of freedom.<07:39:42.398><c> Thank</c><07:39:42.558

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• If I do write by my students today by the end of the speech you will see how this bill as it is written
• It erodes constitutional free speech and academic freedom and I oppose it. Thank you. Thank you.
• I'm a representative of the Association of Raza Educators, former mayor of the city of West Covina.
• . who is worried about the weaponization of anti-Semitism to stifle his free speech and that of his teachers
• I am a member of San Francisco State University and I oppose this attack on freedom of speech.

Committee: House Education

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• </c> of our community, of our public in mind. of our community, of our public in mind.
• Um, I kind of have two<00:48:27.359><c> different</c><00:48:27.680><c> speeches</c><00:48:28.079><c>
• </c><00:49:18.319><c> of</c> Everyone has the power or the freedom of Everyone has the power or the freedom
• of speech,<00:49:18.800><c> but</c><00:49:18.960><c> we</c><00:49:19.119><c> still</c><00:49:19.280>
• End of speech one. Let's talk about this bill, because I do believe this is a good bill.

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• Pursuant to Article 5, Section 26 of the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma, the House of Representatives
• the Speaker of the House of Representatives and furnished to the Clerk of the House of Representatives
• and contributions they have made to preserve our freedoms and way of life.
• of Tulsa and executive director of the school of nursing.
• It's a powerful speech exploring the role of government and the welfare state.

Bills: HB3725 , HB3260 , HB3660 , HB3369 , HB3370 , HB2937 , HB3419 , HB3264 , HB3266 , HB3267 , HB3268 , HB3310 , HB4311 , HB3841 , HB3024 , HB3075

Keywords: labor, e-verification, immigration, employers, employment eligibility, Department of Labor, penalties, funeral licensing, continuing education, Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association, professional development, licensing requirements, HB3660, natural organic reduction, human composting, soil reduction, green burial, funeral services, cremation, burial permit

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• So your biggest point here is your freedom of choice to choose one way or another and having the ability
• We want to be able to have this freedom so we keep the right of...” “...that we disagree with.
• I think freedom and giving us choices is what a lot of veterans serve for.
• Freedom of speech, the First Amendment, is enshrined in our Constitution.
• I will defend freedom of speech.

Bills: SB1232 , SB1421 , SB1505 , SB1511 , SB1520 , SB1803

Committee: Senate Military Affairs and Border Security

Keywords: outdoor advertising, military compatibility, zoning, electronic signage, permitting, undocumented immigrants, financial services, identification requirements, loans, foreign remittances, transitional housing, military, veterans, grant program, supportive services, SB1511, commercial driver license, CDL, nondomiciled CDL, nondomiciled commercial driver license

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• King called the civil rights movement only the first phase of the freedom movement, which culminated
• So the next phase of the freedom movement that King was unable to finish is what he called...
• Freedom movement that King was unable to finish is what he called a radical revolution of values, and
• of Dr.
• One of those early builders was Do San An Chong Ho, a legendary freedom fighter, a founder of Koreatown

Summary: The Assembly convened after an initial quorum call, then proceeded with prayer, the pledge, and routine motions. Members approved several procedural requests, including moving AB 362 to the inactive file and allowing the Natural Resources Committee to hear AB 34 on January 16. The chamber also recognized guests and paid tribute to retiring Republican caucus consultant Daryl Thomas, with remarks from multiple members praising his long service and legal analysis work. The main floor action centered on ACR 116, a resolution honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Members from several caucuses and both parties spoke in support, emphasizing King’s legacy of civil rights, economic justice, nonviolence, and unfinished work. After opening the roll for coauthors, the resolution received 67 coauthors and was adopted by voice vote. The Assembly then took up ACR 118, recognizing Korean American Day; members highlighted Korean American history, community contributions, solidarity with other communities, and the significance of Koreatown and Korean American civic life. That resolution also received 67 coauthors and was adopted by voice vote. The consent calendar was then adopted on a 64-0 vote, including ACR 115 on National Blood Donor Month. The chamber also held an adjournment in memory for former legislator David Kelly, with a tribute to his military service, agricultural background, and legislative work on water conservation and sustainable agriculture. The Assembly announced the upcoming Martin Luther King Day recess and adjourned until Tuesday, January 20 at 1 p.m.

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• Sadly, the freedoms of women and of people of color, although always a bit tenuous, have eroded exponentially
• The freedoms specifically of women and of people of color do not follow along with democracy.
• And in turn, a small group of white men will take away all of our freedoms and our rights while expanding
• I've sat through a number of these retirement speeches. Would I be happy? Would I be sad?
• with all of us giving our retirement<03:11:17.040><c> speeches.

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• First Amendment right to freedom of religion.
• It gives California a stronger law to protect the First Amendment rights to freedom of religion and freedom
• I believe it is the primary role of government to protect our freedoms.
• One of those essentials is our freedom to worship. So thank you for considering this. Thank you.
• kind of speech that the Supreme Court's upheld for years and years and years... ...speech that the Supreme

Committee: Senate Public Safety

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Public Safety met on March 24, 2006, first as a subcommittee until a quorum was reached. The committee heard several bills in file order, beginning with SB 1056 by Senator Grayson, which would require protective orders for sexually explicit material involving adult victims in criminal cases. The author and survivor witnesses argued the bill would prevent unnecessary copying and dissemination of highly sensitive evidence while preserving defendants’ access to discovery; public defenders and criminal defense groups opposed it as vague, overbroad, and potentially harmful to due process. After committee amendments were accepted, SB 1056 passed on a due pass as amended motion to Appropriations, with the bill held on call. The committee then heard SB 937 by Senator Gonzalez, which would restrict law enforcement use of flashbang devices for crowd control and ban their use in immigration enforcement. Supporters described serious injuries and community fear from recent deployments, while sheriffs’ and police groups objected that the bill was vague, could limit necessary tactics, and might conflict with existing law and task-force operations. Members raised concerns about overuse of force but also about drafting details and exceptions for exigent circumstances; the bill was moved on a due pass motion to Appropriations and held on call. Next, SB 1070 by Senator Grove sought to make intentional disruptions of worship services a wobbler offense, allowing felony charges in more serious cases. Faith leaders and supporters said the bill was needed to deter coordinated disruptions and protect religious exercise, while opponents, including civil liberties and public defender groups, argued it would criminalize speech, raise constitutional concerns, and impose excessive penalties for conduct better addressed through existing law or restorative justice. After extended debate, the committee rejected the bill on a roll call vote, and the motion to reconsider was granted without objection. The committee also heard SB 1130 by Senator Reyes, which would update privacy law for wearable recording devices such as smart glasses by restricting surreptitious recording in places with a reasonable expectation of privacy and limiting technologies that disable recording indicators. Supporters said the bill addressed a growing privacy threat, while industry groups warned it could create liability for manufacturers and businesses and needed tighter definitions. After committee amendments reducing penalties and removing manufacturer provisions from the criminal code, SB 1130 passed as amended to Rules, with the bill held on call. Finally, the committee heard SCA 2 by Senator Troy, a constitutional amendment to bar governors from pardoning themselves or immediate family members. Supporters framed it as an accountability measure, while some members objected that it addressed a hypothetical problem and could unnecessarily restrict legitimate clemency. The transcript ends during the roll call on SCA 2, with the vote in progress.

Transcript Highlights:

• because of our freedoms' is a ridiculous statement.
• , and their efforts to protect the constitutional freedoms of Americans.
• Thomas Jefferson specifically included Muslims as part of the freedom our founders envisioned.
• ...strongest when we protect the dignity, safety, and constitutional freedoms of all people.
• That is not what the freedom of religion, freedom of speech in this country should lead us toward, and

Committee: Senate Senate Federalism and Family Law Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee first considered HB 2908, which would require any approved U.S. constitutional amendment to be ratified by a bill passed by the legislature and signed by the governor, and would impose oaths, reporting duties, civil penalties, and felony liability on “faithless” constitutional convention delegates. The committee adopted a Fincham amendment changing recall to disqualification and giving the Senate President and House Speaker authority to determine disqualification. Supporters argued the measure would add guardrails against a runaway Article 5 convention, while opponents said the safeguards would be ineffective and could falsely reassure the public. The bill, as amended, passed 4-3. The committee then took up HCR 2047, a resolution recognizing Judea and Samaria as the proper terms for the West Bank and rejecting that label in official state communications. Supporters framed it as a matter of historical and biblical accuracy, while opponents argued it injected the state into foreign policy and raised First Amendment concerns. The resolution passed 4-3. The committee next heard HCM 2006, urging Congress to reform the Endangered Species Act and Migratory Bird Conservation Act and to reduce burdens on ranchers affected by Mexican gray wolves and related federal rules. The sponsor and supporters said wolf recovery goals had been exceeded and that ranchers were suffering livestock losses, while opponents said existing compensation already exists and that the memorial mischaracterized endangered species protections. The memorial passed 4-3. HB 4042, dealing with paternity actions in termination-of-parental-rights cases by requiring service of the mother within the 30-day timeframe, drew no testimony and passed unanimously 7-0. The committee also approved HCM 2005, which urges Congress to consider restricting foreign ownership of U.S. real property by communist or authoritarian governments; supporters said it was a national security and land-use issue, while opponents criticized the measure as discriminatory. It passed 4-3. HCM 2001, urging the President and Congress to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization and directing Arizona law enforcement to identify linked groups, drew testimony from civil rights advocates and community members who said the measure stigmatized Muslims and exceeded state authority; supporters said it was a legitimate federal-policy memorial. It passed 4-3. Finally, HCM 2002, urging Congress to review CAIR for possible terrorist designation, prompted extensive opposition testimony from CAIR representatives and supporters who described the organization’s civil-rights work and warned the memorial would fuel discrimination; supporters argued it was a proper federal request and a response to concerns about CAIR. The memorial passed 4-3, and the committee adjourned.

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• TO DETERMINE WHETHER SOCIETIES OF MEN ARE REALLY CAPABLE OF NOT OF ESTABLISHING GOOD GOVERNMENT FROM
• TO BE DEDICATED TO THE PURSUIT OF TRUTH, THE HONORING OF MERIT, AND THE PREPARATION OF STUDENTS TO BE
• WE CAN CONFIDENTLY SAY THAT AMERICANS PREFER THE WARMTH OF FLORIDA FREEDOM TO THE FRIGIDITY OF NEW YORK
• OF ACCOMPLISHMENT.
• LET'S MAKE THAT THE LAW OF THE LAND IN THE FREE STATE OF FLORIDA. .

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• our First Amendment right to freedom of religion.
• It gives California a stronger law to protect the First Amendment rights to freedom of religion and freedom
• I believe it's the primary role of government to protect our freedoms.
• One of those essentials is our freedom to worship. So thank you for considering this. Thank you.
• But when we start getting into regulating the content of people's speech, it's a slippery slope.

Summary: The committee met first as a subcommittee because a quorum was not initially present, and it heard several bill presentations. SB 1056 by Senator Grayson would require courts to issue protective orders for sexually explicit material involving adult victims in criminal cases, limiting copying and dissemination while preserving discovery and trial rights. Supporters, including Aaron and Denise Heskins-Quinn and the California District Attorneys Association, said the bill would prevent retraumatization and close a privacy gap; opponents, including public defenders and criminal defense groups, argued it was overbroad, vague, and could interfere with defense preparation. The committee adopted amendments narrowing the bill’s scope and sent it to Appropriations on a due pass as amended vote, with the bill held on call. SB 937 by Senator Gonzalez would restrict law enforcement use of flashbang devices for crowd control and ban their use in immigration enforcement. Supporters described injuries and fear caused by flashbangs and explosive breaching charges, including incidents involving protests and a home entry in Huntington Park; opponents from sheriffs’ and police groups argued the bill’s definitions were vague, could limit tactical discretion, and might conflict with existing law and task force operations. Members expressed both support and concern about definitions and exigent circumstances, and the bill was moved due pass to Appropriations on a vote, with the final roll held on call. SB 1070 by Senator Grove would make intentional disruptions of worship services a wobbler offense, allowing felony charges in more serious cases. Faith leaders and supporters said the bill was needed to deter coordinated disruptions and protect religious exercise, while opponents including the Friends Committee on Legislation, ACLU California Action, and public defenders argued it would criminalize speech, rely on a content-based statute, and impose disproportionate felony penalties. Several committee members raised constitutional and restorative-justice concerns, and the bill failed on the roll call, though reconsideration was granted. SB 1130 by Senator Reyes would update privacy law for wearable recording devices such as smart glasses, limiting surreptitious recording in places where people have a reasonable expectation of privacy and restricting technologies that disable recording indicators. Supporters said the bill responds to emerging surveillance risks; opponents from TechNet and industry groups warned it could create liability for manufacturers and businesses beyond the actual wrongdoers. The committee accepted amendments reducing penalties, removing manufacturer provisions from the bill’s core criminal section, and creating civil penalties in the Business and Professions Code; the bill was moved due pass as amended to Rules, with the vote held on call. The committee also heard SCA 2 by Senator Troy, which would bar governors from pardoning themselves or immediate family members; there was no public opposition, but some members questioned the need for a constitutional amendment given the lack of evidence of abuse, and discussion was ongoing when the transcript ended.

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• The Senate of the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas will come to order.
• Following message from the Secretary of State: I, Jane Nelson, Secretary of State of the State of Texas
• , that of freedom, that of liberty, and an unwavering commitment to knowing and understanding the resilience
• President Pro Tempore of the State of Texas, of the Senate of the State of Texas, and I will do to the
• It's the belief that innovation drives success, that freedom unleashes the best of human Potential.

Bills: SCR7

Summary: The Texas Senate convened for the opening of the 89th Legislature with an invocation, roll call, and certification of the newly elected senators by the Secretary of State. Senators-elect were then administered the oath of office by Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock, formally seating the new members. Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott addressed the chamber, congratulating members and emphasizing priorities such as border security, education, energy, foster care, and school choice, while Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick highlighted the Senate’s bipartisan culture and the work ahead. The chamber then held its organizational business, including the election of Senator Brandon Creighton as President Pro Tempore. Senator Parker nominated Creighton and Senator Bettencourt seconded the nomination, both praising his background, legislative record, and leadership. The Senate voted by standing vote to elect Creighton, who was then escorted to the dais and sworn in. In his remarks, Creighton reflected on his family, his time as a Senate messenger, and his priorities for the session, including Texas sovereignty, economic opportunity, education, and conservative policy goals. The only formal legislative action taken was adoption of Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 7, granting permission for the Legislature to adjourn for more than three days during the specified period. The resolution passed by a roll call vote of 31 ayes and no nays. The Senate then adopted a motion to recess until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, after a caucus meeting earlier that morning.

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• c> experience,</c> lot of of Jess's teaching experience, lot of of Jess's teaching experience, and<00
• Uh, and basically they're saying that this could infringe on the freedom of speech, and it does bring
• <00:58:03.880><c> of</c><00:58:04.200><c> speech,</c><00:58:04.720><c> and</c><00:58:04.880><c> it</c
• ><00:58:05.040><c> it</c><00:58:05.200><c> does</c><00:58:05.440><c> bring</c> freedom of speech, and
• it it does bring freedom of speech, and it it does bring constitutional<00:58:06.320><c> concerns.

Bills: HR204 , SB2925 , SB2798 , SB2320 , SB2800 , SB1230 , SB2706 , SB3233 , SB2405 , SB3320 , SB2543 , SB3097 , SB3096 , SB3140 , SB2593 , SB2567 , SB2466 , SB2140 , SB2088 , SB3090 , SB608 , SB2795 , SB3294 , SB3263 , SB3001 , SB2907 , SB3251 , SB2074 , SB2360 , SB2354 , SB2908 , SB2353 , SB3045 , SB2047 , SB3254 , SB3246 , SB3133 , SB2425 , SB2671 , SB3229 , SB2969 , SB1166 , SB896 , SB2391 , SB2125 , SB3118 , SB3325 , SB2613 , SB2614 , SB494 , SB2376 , SB3326 , SB2001 , SB2599 , SB3048 , SB3169 , SB2002 , SB3247 , SB3253 , SB2155 , SB2192 , SB3187 , SB2190 , SB2398 , SB2424 , SB3028 , SB2338 , SB3219 , SB2981 , HCR14

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• that of fully licensed speech language pathologists, who pay only $210.
• that of fully licensed speech language pathologists, who pay only $210.
• that of fully licensed speech language pathologists, who pay only $210.
• that of fully licensed speech language pathologists, who pay only $210.
• that of fully licensed speech language pathologists, who pay only $210.

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:

• of the State of Florida, Ron DeSantis.
• of our students to be good citizens of this republic.
• We can confidently say that Americans prefer the warmth of Florida freedom to the frigidity of New York
• The use of coercion... ...where our freedoms were curtailed and livelihoods were destroyed.
• We are the keepers of the flame of liberty that burned in Philadelphia in July of 1776.

Summary: The House and Senate met in joint session to receive the Governor’s annual message. After the customary opening, prayer, pledge, and motions to notify the Governor, the Governor and First Lady were received and the Governor delivered a lengthy address reviewing his administration’s record and outlining priorities for the coming session. The Governor highlighted what he described as major accomplishments over the past seven years, including stronger state reserves, debt reduction, tax relief, economic growth, school choice expansion, higher teacher pay, civics education, higher education reforms, Everglades restoration, hurricane response improvements, public safety measures, and immigration enforcement. He also discussed affordability concerns, especially rising local property taxes, and urged lawmakers to pursue a ballot measure for property tax relief. He called for legislation on informed consent in medical decisions, regulation of artificial intelligence, and bills already filed on issues such as eliminating DEI in local governments, further restricting illegal immigration, expanding Second Amendment rights, and blocking Sharia law. No substantive votes were taken on legislation during the address. After the Governor concluded, the joint session approved a motion to dissolve, and the meeting adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• of the State of Florida, Ron DeSantis.
• We can confidently say that Americans prefer the warmth of Florida freedom to the frigidity of New York
• The use of coercion... ...where our freedoms were curtailed and livelihoods were destroyed.
• The law of the land in the free state of Florida.
• We are the keepers of the flame of liberty that burned in Philadelphia in July of 1776.

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• of the State of Florida, Ron DeSantis.
• of our students to be good citizens of this republic.
• We can confidently say that Americans prefer the warmth of Florida freedom to the frigidity of New York
• The use of coercion. Where our freedoms were curtailed and livelihoods were destroyed.
• We are the keepers of the flame of liberty that burned in Philadelphia in July of 1776.

Summary: The Florida House and Senate met in joint session to receive the Governor’s annual message. After opening formalities, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the appointment of a committee to notify the Governor that the Legislature was ready, the chamber recognized special guests and then received Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis. In his address, the Governor reviewed what he described as seven years of major accomplishments in Florida, emphasizing fiscal restraint, tax relief, economic growth, education reforms, environmental restoration, disaster response, public safety, and immigration enforcement. He highlighted a larger rainy day fund, reduced debt, record job and business growth, universal school choice, higher teacher pay, Hope Florida, Everglades restoration, stronger hurricane response, and tougher laws on crime and illegal immigration. He also warned about property tax burdens, called for a constitutional path to property tax relief, urged informed consent in medical policy, and raised concerns about artificial intelligence. The Governor pointed to several bills already filed and urged lawmakers to send him legislation eliminating DEI in local government, further discouraging illegal immigration, expanding Second Amendment rights, and blocking the spread of Sharia law. He closed by asking the Legislature to continue advancing his agenda. After the address, the joint session voted to dissolve.

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• of Electric Companies of Texas.
• I'm the Southern Director of the Freedom Foundation, and I am here in support of SB2330.
• The Freedom Foundation strongly supports this bill. Thank you. Members, any questions of the panel?
• Constitution, which protects, among other things, freedom of speech, and also the 14th Amendment, which
• Political speech takes many forms in the modern era, including members of professions forming. joining

Bills: SB75 , SB715 , SB776 , SB1299 , SB1405 , SB1968 , SB2021 , SB2077 , SB2148 , SB2321 , SB2330 , SB2411

Committee: Senate Business & Commerce

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• Date of June 1, 2026. Date of this date of May of June 1st, 2026. All right.
• , also a member of the U of A Rangelands Partnership and chair of the Arizona section of the Society
• , also a member of the U of A Rangelands Partnership and chair of the Arizona section of the Society
• of speech. ...to say what we want to say, to have our freedom of speech, those are all things that a
• of speech. to say what we want to say, to have our freedom of speech, those are all things that a lot