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• So I'm thinking back and help me refresh my memory.
• I know I noticed that there's several bills that are in Congress that could do this.
• 05:24:55.520> the<05:24:55.760> president<05:24:56.080> and<05:24:56.320> congress
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Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• SBA also completely mismanaged and misinformed Congress last year regarding its disaster loan account
• Any duly constituted committee of Congress when requested to do so.
• It's a statute passed by Congress, signed by a President. It's a violation of law.
• If confirmed, how would you ensure timely and accurate reporting to Congress regarding disaster loan
• But you do understand that it has to be Congress that changes the laws.

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• <00:37:58.000> to<00:37:58.160> make Congress, I've worked non-stop to make Congress
• That work on my work here in Congress.
• of the important work this Congress of the important work this Congress should<02:31:35.840>
• <02:39:30.080> to American who expects us in Congress to American who expects us in Congress
• But it's up to Congress now to bill.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• >> You know, that issue was discussed at the federal level when Congress considered this bill that passed
• But as Congress had heard when this bill passed and the testifiers talked about, ironically, there's
• the federal level when Congress the federal level when Congress considered<00:02:39.680> this
• Congress um had heard when this bill passed<00:03:03.920> and<00:03:04.159> the<00:03:
• <00:03:56.959> that York had testified to Congress that York had testified to Congress that

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The interview focused on Senate File 3687, a Minnesota bill that would expand school milk choices in the National School Lunch Program. The senator said the measure is modeled on recently passed federal legislation and would allow schools to offer whole milk, 2% milk, flavored milks, and non-dairy alternatives when requested, reversing what he described as the 2010 federal limits to skim and low-fat milk. He argued the bill is about choice rather than mandates and said it could reduce milk waste, increase student consumption, and support healthier decision-making. The senator said the bill has broad bipartisan support and only limited criticism, with the main concern in committee being whether schools would face added stocking burdens. He responded that schools would not be required to offer any specific milk and could adjust orders based on student demand. He also said the bill would benefit Minnesota dairy farmers and local economies by increasing demand for milk produced and cartoned in the state. The interview also touched on Senate File 3686, a separate proposal to create a pilot program for rotational grazing funded through the environmental trust fund. The senator described it as a small but meaningful effort to help beginning farmers, improve pasture management, and support conservation lands, with grants covering up to 50% of fencing or grassland establishment costs, capped at $25,000 per recipient. The segment ended with a lighthearted milk tasting, reinforcing the theme of offering more choices.

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• Twelve were advanced out of the committee in the last Congress, and five of those passed the Senate.
• protect our nation's kids and teens from the harms of social media, but this committee and this Congress
• If Congress truly cares about our kids, then every single member—not just of this committee but of this
• And if Congress is serious about protecting kids, we should protect, not threaten.
• If Congress is serious about taking care of the Next generation of leaders, we should do everything in

Bills: SB161, SB195, SB216, SB245, SB246, SB257, SB258, SB260, SB278, SB281, SB283, SB93, SB98, SB99, SB306, SB314, SB315

Keywords: vehicle safety, crash test, crashworthiness, NHTSA, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, New Car Assessment Program, NCAP, motor vehicle safety standards, 49 CFR parts 571 and 572, THOR dummy, THOR-50M, THOR-05F, WorldSID, female crash test dummy, male crash test dummy, occupant protection, frontal impact, side impact, vehicle ratings, automotive safety

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• President, L.R. 293A, introduced by Senator Coutth, it urges members of the United States Congress to
• What we are doing is requesting members of the United States Congress to swiftly enact legislation to
• The speaker explains that the Legislature is requesting Congress to enact legislation allowing access
• L.R. 422 asks Congress to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA.
• Senator Merman, do you know how far below the target that Congress is on that funding?

Bills: LB737, LB753, LB788, LB913, LB1055, LB1195, LB1216, LB1256, LB429, LB721, LB722, LB727, LB743, LB745, LB749, LB778, LB787, LB365A, LB823, LB900, LB903, LB940, LB954, LB1127, LB1127A, LB1205, LB1240, LR293, LR296, LR422, LR505, LR507

Keywords: LB737, Olmstead, developmental disabilities, disability services, community-based services, integrated settings, DHHS, Department of Health and Human Services, stakeholder advisory committee, independent consultant, public hearing, legislative oversight, disability rights, community integration, housing, employment, education, transportation, community supports, self-advocacy

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• If ever there of members of Congress.
• ,<00:44:58.880> the one of our top parties Congress, the one of our top parties Congress,
• Speaker, and Congress must fix it.
• And now Congress must government.
• here to Congress for us to appropriate. here to Congress for us to appropriate.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, December 11, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And Congress is not expected to cut that program, but if they did, it is possible we could lose up to
• I don’t know if it always does, but it brought back some memories.
• So will you refresh my memory about why we did that study? What were we trying to do?
• You refresh my memory about why we did that study? What were we trying to do?

Keywords: 908, all

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• And it's pretty obvious at this point Congress is not going to act on their own.
• realize that Congress could do this<00:04:35.840> every<00:04:36.080> day.
• Now, somebody said, “Oh, uh, Congress is a constitutional convention all the time.”
• And for some reason in their mind, Congress is cheating us out of a constitutional convention.
• And for some reason in their mind, Congress is cheating us out of a constitutional convention.

Bills: HB0108, HB0039, HB0091, HB0070

Keywords: audit, transparency, government reporting, accountability, public access, firearm rights, restoration of rights, criminal justice, felony convictions, Wyoming law, artificial intelligence, social scoring, biometric data, privacy rights, government regulation, foreign censorship, digital innovation, constitutional rights, Wyoming GRANITE Act, extraterritorial laws

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• I speak to the climate collapse in loving memory and in honor of my beloved son William... ...and in
• as, quote, an obstacle to the accomplishment and execution of the full purposes and objectives of Congress
• , as expressed. ...to the accomplishment and execution of the full purposes and objectives of Congress

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee hearing focused on a broad set of climate, energy, and environmental justice proposals. Early testimony strongly supported the Climate Change Superfund or “Polluter Pays” bill (H.1014/S.58), which would assess the largest fossil fuel emitters for a one-time fee based on historic emissions to fund climate adaptation. Sponsors argued the bill is modeled on Superfund cleanup principles, would target only the largest multinational polluters, would not be passed on to consumers, and would direct a significant share of funds to environmental justice communities. Committee members asked about the number of companies covered, consumer impacts, and whether the bill would address other forms of environmental destruction; sponsors said it was limited to major fossil fuel companies with a Massachusetts footprint and did not cover other pollution sources. The committee also heard testimony on a fusion energy compact proposal (S.673) that would direct the administration to develop a framework for a New England regional compact to accelerate fusion research, workforce development, and supply-chain growth. Supporters from MIT and the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities said fusion could become a major clean-energy and economic opportunity, but acknowledged the technology is not yet commercially viable and still has unresolved technical, cost, and waste-management questions. Members pressed on environmental impacts, siting, waste, costs, and whether the bill would create a compact or only a framework; sponsors said it would only create the framework and that the administration would need to negotiate with other states. Another major topic was a pilot program for nature-based climate solutions (H.971/S.??), backed by legislators, Boston Harbor Now, and UMass Boston’s Stone Living Lab. Witnesses said the bill would help speed permits for research and demonstration projects such as living shorelines, marsh restoration, and hybrid “green-to-gray” flood protections, while maintaining safeguards and protecting Indigenous and historic resources. Committee members asked how the proposal would interact with other permitting reforms and whether it could conflict with housing or wetland-related streamlining; supporters said it was complementary and aimed at making projects faster, more affordable, and more data-driven. The hearing also covered climate-safe buildings and climate adaptation funding bills. Supporters of H.1004/S.583 said current building codes do not adequately account for future flooding, heat, and wind, and the bill would add climate expertise to the building board, allow stretch resilience codes, expand floodplain standards, and create a retrofit program. Related testimony backed H.938/S.572, which would create a dedicated climate and community resilience fund financed by a small fee on property insurance premiums; advocates said it would provide stable long-term revenue for adaptation, especially in environmental justice communities, and help replace unreliable federal funding. One witness from CLF supported the climate-safe buildings and funding bills but opposed S.560/H.939 as too broad. The committee also heard testimony on airport air-quality legislation (H.997) calling for more monitoring and mitigation of ultra-fine particulate pollution around Logan Airport and Massport communities. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• Both the administration and Congress are really leaning into paths to accelerate development and accelerate
• If you want to do something fast, do not send it to Congress in D.C.
• Yeah, no, it just brought me back some memory because I used to work in a college of engineering at UNM

Keywords: 996, all

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• I am a Travis County, uh, precinct chair and I'm also a candidate for United States Congress.
• Yes ma'am, and that's that's one of the reasons why I'm running for United States Congress living in
• a transplant, uh, nurse, uh, I'm a cardiovascular and transplant nurse by trade at, at, um, uh, Memorial

Bills: HB 265, HB25

Keywords: youth camp, safety regulations, advisory committee, child welfare, health standards, summer camp, camp safety, child abuse reporting, child neglect, mandatory reporting, background check, criminal history check, sex offender registry, CPR training, first aid, public health, child protection, camp operator, camp counselor, Health and Safety Code

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• I'm excited to work with my fellow commissioners in Congress to provide a firm regulatory foundation
• Hard for Congress members, even harder for Senators. Indeed. Reclaim my time, Mr. Chairman.
• This Congress, the Banking Committee, has focused on responding to Operation Choke Point 2.0.
• Well, you just said it was the Congress, right?
• You have it in the statute in Congress, so it's part of... That seems to be...

Keywords: financial regulations, SEC, Comptroller of the Currency, Federal Transit Administration, nominees, Empowering Main Street in America Act, capital formation, economic growth

Summary: The committee meeting focused on several nominees within key financial institutions, including discussions surrounding the SEC, the Federal Transit Administration, and the Comptroller of the Currency. Notable dialogue included concerns over regulatory balance, with various members emphasizing a need to streamline regulations to foster innovation while ensuring accountability and safety for investors. The importance of the proposed 'Empowering Main Street in America Act' was highlighted as a means to facilitate access to capital for small businesses, underlining the current administration's approach towards financial regulations.

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• Also, communities of color in Texas will lose vital representation in Congress.
• The next representative in Congress is Representative Sessions.
• Okay, who's your member of Congress? Where's right now? Um, Boyd Doggett.
• Why have fewer Democrats in Congress when we have families in this position?
• Congress.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• Congress has charged both the OSTP and the FTC.
• I believe that's ultimately a decision for Congress to make.
• And Congress as a whole as to how best to navigate that.
• at levels authorized by Congress.
• Senator, I believe that Congress as the power of the person works closely with the Congress, with the

Keywords: Senate Committee, Commerce, Science, Technology, Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence, FTC, Consumer Protection, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation featured significant discussions regarding technological advancements and their implications for the future. Notably, nominations were made for key positions in the White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Federal Trade Commission. Committee members expressed the importance of leading in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing, emphasizing that the pace of innovation is crucial for maintaining the United States' global position as a leader in technology. The discussions also highlighted the role of the FTC in protecting consumers from deceptive business practices and ensuring fair competition in the marketplace. Attendees underscored the urgency of advancing research and development in areas such as quantum computing, as evidenced by a demonstration of a new quantum chip anticipated to redefine computing capabilities across industries. Various members engaged in vibrant exchanges, showing support for initiatives aimed at bolstering innovation through public and private collaboration. Overall, the meeting set a strong agenda for pursuing future science and technology policies that ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of global advancements.

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• I expect that you will work with Democrats and Republicans in Congress if Doge's next move is to try
• Reserve Jerome Powell on the semiannual monetary policy report to Congress.
• Congress authorized spending, and then the agencies carry out those spending orders.
• We're in contact, as we were in the last Congress, and trying to add our technical thoughts on how to
• Congress is to thumb its nose at Congress.

Bills: SB257

Keywords: supply chain resilience, critical supply chains, critical goods, manufacturing, domestic manufacturing, reshoring, nearshoring, supply chain security, supply chain shock, supply chain disruption, critical infrastructure, emerging technologies, semiconductors, microelectronics, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, robotics, advanced manufacturing, blockchain, cybersecurity

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• for, uh, the network in the work group to focus on successful applications for federal funds from Congress
• for federal successful applications for federal funds<00:05:01.440> from<00:05:01.759> Congress
• Um so for example I funds from Congress.
• replace state with Congress, and that we further say that we urge all of these bodies to seek federal
• word state replaces with with congress word state replaces with with congress and<00:26:01.120><

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint AEN-HRE hearing focused on HCR 130, HD1, which urges increased and sustained funding for the island invasive species committees and the Hawaii Ant Lab within the University of Hawaii’s Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit. The Department of Agriculture said it supported the intent and noted that ISC funding flows through the Hawaii Invasive Species Council budget item via DLNR, while also describing ongoing collaboration with DLNR and efforts to support ant control work. Testifiers from CAPS, the University of Hawaii, the Oahu Invasive Species Committee, and CARES all supported the resolution, emphasizing that invasive species work is underfunded, that the island committees and Hawaii Ant Lab do critical control, research, outreach, and eradication work, and that sustained resources are needed to plan effectively and respond to priority pests such as little fire ant, coconut rhinoceros beetle, and coqui frog. A lengthy exchange followed over whether the resolution was meaningful, since it would be urging the state to fund work the Legislature itself controls. Several members argued that a resolution alone has no legal effect and that funding should come through bills and appropriations instead. In response, the Department of Agriculture said its top biosecurity needs are personnel and chemicals, and noted it is building up its plant quarantine and plant pest control divisions with prior funding and HB 427. Oahu Invasive Species Committee representatives said they rely heavily on Hawaii Invasive Species Council grants, have limited soft funding, and need more stable resources; they also pointed to annual reports and prior testimony as documentation of their work. After a brief recess, the chairs announced they would pass the resolution with amendments to make it more relevant. The amendments changed the title and text to urge the counties, Congress, and other relevant agencies—not the state alone—to provide increased and sustained funding, and added language urging all of those bodies to seek federal grants. The AEN committee then voted to pass HCR 130, HD1, as amended, and the HRE committee also voted to pass it with amendments. The motion was adopted in both committees.

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• By statute, and frankly in accordance with our Constitution, our negotiator must report to Congress,
• -Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA, which overwhelmingly passed Congress.
• To consultations with Congress.
• As part of that review, I'm supposed to go to Congress and talk to you about your views.
• And that's a conversation Congress obviously has to have as well.

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• She and I serve on the same committee together in Congress, that is Financial Services.
• , represent in Congress.
• And I also want you to know that you have also been the citizens of Congress.
• I am also a candidate for Congress in Texas. 9th Congressional District.
• and one where they are represented by a Latino member of Congress.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• When he's not blocking life-saving funding, that Congress has authorized, Elon Musk, the eminent squeeze
• A law authored by our chairman clearly stated, and I quote, The President shall communicate to Congress
• It has been a focus of the Anti-Narcotics Committee here in Congress, which I'm the ranking member of
• Everything that Congress has to do between now and then, Senator Moody.
• It should have been done last Congress. And you hear the pleas of the mothers.

Bills: SB331

Keywords: fentanyl, controlled substances, drug trafficking, public health, research regulations, law enforcement, S-331, Halt All Lethal Trafficking and Fentanyl Act, fentanyl crisis, public testimony, drug legislation, bipartisan support

Summary: In this committee meeting, the focus was primarily on S-331, the Halt All Lethal Trafficking and Fentanyl Act, aimed at addressing the fentanyl crisis. The bill's key components include making permanent the class scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, confirming existing sentencing penalties, and easing registration requirements for scientific research on Schedule I substances. Numerous parents shared heartbreaking testimonies about their losses due to fentanyl, which fueled an urgent call to pass the legislation without alterations. The committee members engaged in passionate discussions highlighting the urgency of the situation as overdoses continue to claim American lives.