Podcasts about senate bills

California State Senator Scott Wiener, author of Senate Bill 53—a frontier AI safety bill—signed into law by Governor Newsom earlier this month, joins Alan Rozenshtein, Associate Professor at Minnesota Law and Research Director at Lawfare, and Kevin Frazier, AI Innovation and Law Fellow at the University of Texas School of Law and a Senior Editor at Lawfare, to explain the significance of SB 53 in the large debate about how to govern AI.The trio analyze the lessons that Senator Wiener learned from the battle of SB 1047, a related bill that Newsom vetoed last year, explore SB 53's key provisions, and forecast what may be coming next in Sacramento and D.C.Find Scaling Laws on the Lawfare website, and subscribe to never miss an episode.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textA single question over breakfast can reroute a life. That's how Mark Baumgartner, a former airline and corporate pilot, found himself trading flight plans for a green vest on a Columbia sidewalk—armed with a simple card, a phone number, and a promise of help. One mother stopped at the top of a hill, turned around, and asked, “Can you really help me?” Months later, Mark received a midnight photo of Chloe, “my precious gift from God.” That moment became the name and heartbeat of a growing effort: A Moment of Hope.We walk through the arc of that calling—from the spark in Orlando to a defining sermon on Hebrews 11, to the first save that launched a ministry now covering clinic hours, running a mobile medical RV staffed by RNs and overseen by an OB-GYN, and connecting moms to church-based care teams for a full year of support. Mark shares what 5,000 hours on the curb have taught him about courage, timing, and the kind of practical love that changes minds: ultrasounds on wheels, baby showers organized by local congregations, and steady follow-up when the initial crisis has passed.The conversation also turns to policy and principle. We unpack South Carolina's Senate Bill 323, why Mark testified in support, and the hard stories that shaped his remarks—ambulances, wheelchairs, and the tears of boyfriends with no say. We wrestle with responsibility and repentance, the need for clear deterrence in law, and the hope of the gospel that tells the truth about sin and offers real grace. Along the way, Dr. Robert Jackson adds a physician's perspective from decades of obstetrics, naming both the spiritual battle and the profound relief of a single life saved.If you've ever wondered how to help beyond a social media post, this is your map: form a church care team, serve a shift on the sidewalk, fund the mobile unit, or advocate for life-affirming laws. Listen, share, and then tell us what moved you most. And if this conversation resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it to a friend who needs courage today.https://personhood.sc/https://amoh.org/Support the showhttps://www.jacksonfamilyministry.comhttps://bobslone.com/home/podcast-production/

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille dive into the latest political developments in California. They discuss Katie Porter's recent crash out on CBS and her attitude towards Trump voters. The episode also covers the implications of Senate Bill 79, which mandates high-density housing near transit hubs, sparking debates over local control and housing affordability. Additionally, the hosts explore the potential impact of a new law allowing Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize (and likely increase prices), speculating on the future of ride-sharing in the state amidst emerging self-driving technologies. Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can't talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics.Original air date  10.14.25*The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.liveCheck out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground to get 10% off your orderFollow California Underground on Social Media  Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergoundTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/ 

In this eye-opening episode, Lee exposes the alarming rollout of the European Union's new biometric entry-exit system — a digital checkpoint that captures citizens' fingerprints and facial scans every time they cross a border. What's being sold as “security and convenience” is fast becoming a digital prison, with parallels in the UK's new “Right to Rent” and “Right to Work” IDs, and even in America's Real ID program. From South Carolina's Senate Bill 731 to the quiet digitization of everyday freedoms, Lee breaks down how global digital ID systems are transforming citizens into monitored subjects — all under the guise of safety and modernization.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed several bills that were part of the statewide reparations effort.The vetoed bills are related to university admissions, home buying and unjust property seizures.This comes days after Newsom signed Senate Bill 518 to establish a state bureau for descendants of American slavery.We discuss what the governor's decisions mean for the first-in-the-nation reparations effort in California.Guest:Katie Hyson, racial justice and social equity reporter, KPBS

Floresville Independent School District (ISD) will soon have a School Library Advisory Council to oversee the library materials in the district. Senate Bill 13 was signed into law Sept. 1 by Gov. Greg Abbott. The bill adds new requirements for school districts regarding library materials and catalogs, including: •Parent access to catalogs and control of materials their student can access •Updates to the school system's library materials acquisition process •Ensuring an effective library materials challenge process and, if appropriate, the use of a local library advisory council. Floresville ISD has established a school library advisory council, or SLAC, which will...Article Link

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law on Friday that allows for greater housing density near public transit stations across the state. Senate Bill 79 supersedes local zoning rules in the hopes of increasing housing production in the state.On Midday Edition Monday, we hear from one California housing advocate on why he thinks its passage is "the most significant housing bill that's ever been passed in California."Guest:Ethan Elkind, director, Climate Program, UC Berkeley's Center for Law, Energy and the Environment

In this special Spanish-language episode, we partner with El Pueblo to examine how Senate Bill 153 and House Bill 318 impact immigrant communities across North Carolina.Hosted by Eloy Tupachi (El Pueblo's Digital Strategy lead), featuring Helen Geleas (Policy Organizer at El Pueblo). We explore what SB 153 and HB 318 actually do, how these bills moved through the legislature, their real-world impact on immigrant communities, how advocacy organizations are fighting back, and resources to stay informed and take action.Democracy works best when we create space for unheard voices. Big change happens when many people take small actions.Guests: Eloy Tupachi & Helen Geleas (El Pueblo)Support the showFollow Us on Social MediaFacebook: @DemocracyNorthCarolinaInstagram: @democracyncTikTok: @democracyncX: @democracync

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition, Strong Coffee Company and Timeline Nutrition.  In this powerful and timely episode of Ever Forward Radio, Chase sits down with Louisiana State Senator Patrick McMath, Chairman of the Senate Health and Welfare Committee, to discuss a growing national movement around children's health, school nutrition, and public policy reform. Senator McMath dives deep into his groundbreaking Senate Bill 14 (Act 463)—a first-of-its-kind initiative to limit artificial dyes, additives, and sweeteners in school meals, introduce QR code ingredient transparency, and improve the overall nutritional standards in Louisiana schools. What began as a personal journey to restore his family's health evolved into a statewide wellness movement—and a national example of how policy can reshape public health from the ground up. Together, Chase and Patrick explore the intersection of wellness, politics, and personal responsibility, how chaos can lead to reform, and why the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement is transforming how we think about food and children's well-being. ----- In this episode we discuss... 02:00 – Meet Senator Patrick McMath 04:45 – From Infrastructure to Health Care Reform 08:40 – Louisiana's Health Crisis 11:15 – A Personal Wake-Up Call: His Wife's Health Journey 13:45 – The Book That Changed Everything: End of Cravings 17:20 – From Family Health to Public Policy 20:00 – Children, Schools, and the MAHA Movement 27:20 – The “Maha Moms” and Grassroots Advocacy 33:00 – What SB 14 Actually Does 37:00 – Learning from Other States & Building Momentum 41:00 – Forcing Big Food to the Table 46:00 – Transparency, QR Codes, and What's Next 50:00 – The Economics of Healthy Change 54:30 – Good Chaos: Disrupting for Progress 59:10 – Profits vs. Public Health 1:05:00 – The SNAP Program and Coca-Cola's Pushback 1:10:00 – Public Engagement & The Power of the People 1:13:00 – How Podcasts Drive Change 1:17:00 – Rapid Fire: Prevention, Education, and Chronic Disease 1:19:30 – His Decade Wish: Eradicating Cancer & Autism's Rise 1:21:00 – Politics Meets Wellness 1:24:10 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: 20% off Flow and Serenity gummies with at https://www.CuredNutrition.com/everforward 15% off Coffee Booster with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com  FREE 3-day sample of MitoPure gummies with Urolithin A at https://www.Timeline.com/everforwardsample  Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at PatrickMcMath.com

Welcome to a compelling conversation on Trending in Education, where we explore how innovative thinking and technology can transform public education. In this episode, Mike Palmer talks with Michelle Vilchez, CEO, and Sean Michael Hardy, Vice President of National Organizing and Advocacy, from Innovate Public Schools. They discuss their groundbreaking work in empowering parents and leveraging artificial intelligence to create a new tool called AI-EP, a project developed in collaboration with Northeastern University's Burnes Center for Social Change. Why You Should Listen: Empowering Parents: This episode highlights how a nonprofit organization is shifting power to parents, particularly those from marginalized communities, by giving them the tools and platforms to advocate for their children's education. AI for Good: You'll hear about a practical and inspiring use of AI that addresses a real-world problem and closes equity gaps, rather than exacerbating them. Community-Led Innovation: The conversation showcases a powerful model of "co-design," where tech developers, educators, and community members work together to create solutions that are both effective and sustainable. Key Takeaways: Innovate Public Schools is a movement, not a network. Michelle and Sean clarify that their organization's mission is to mobilize families to demand high-quality schools for their children, not to operate charter schools. They focus on campaigns for black literacy, special education, and high-impact tutoring. AI-EP addresses a critical need. The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is often a dense, 50-page legal document that can be intimidating for parents, especially those who don't speak English or have low reading comprehension. The AI-EP tool translates the IEP into a parent's native language and allows them to ask questions, effectively serving as a chatbot to help them understand and engage with the plan. Collaboration is key to innovation. The AI-EP project was a collaborative effort involving Innovate Public Schools, Northeastern University, and the Learning Tapestry. By bringing together tech developers and parents, they created a tool that has had a transformational impact on users. Parent advocacy drives policy change. Innovate's parent leaders have not only influenced local policy but also co-authored legislation. Their advocacy led to the passage of California's Senate Bill 445, which mandates that IEP documents be translated into the 10 most common languages across the state, benefiting over 800,000 students. The model is replicable. Michelle and Sean stress that their goal is not to be "gatekeepers" of this innovation, but to share the model so it can be replicated across the nation to address a variety of educational challenges. They believe that organizing around education is crucial because it is the "building block" for everything else in life, from economic stability to generational wealth. Don't miss this conversation. Listen in to learn how Innovate Public Schools is harnessing the power of community and technology to create a more equitable and participatory education system. Subscribe to Trending in Education so you never miss a conversation like this one. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:47 Michelle's Journey with Innovate Public Schools 04:39 Sean's Background and Path to Innovate 10:40 Challenges and Innovations in Education 12:14 Parent Advocacy and Policy Change 15:12 Impact of the Pandemic and AI on Education 17:47 Public Trust and Equity in Education 19:01 Innovate Public Schools' Focus on Equity 19:22 AI Collaboration with Northeastern University 19:51 Campaigns and AI Integration 20:25 Understanding IEPs and Their Challenges 21:55 AI's Role in Special Education 26:52 Legislative Efforts for IEP Translation 28:01 Co-Designing AI Tools with the Community 31:03 Future Prospects and Community Engagement 33:41 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Send us a textToday is a brief bonus episode explaining Governor Dunleavy's recent veto of Senate Bill 113 which would have required internet companies to pay corporate income taxes based on the location of their sales rather than the location of their offices. This bill would have put Alaska in alignment with 36 other states and would have leveled the playing field our local mom-&-pop businesses which are forced to pay taxes while companies such as Amazon, Hulu, or Netflix are not. Senate Bill 113 would have modernized our corporate tax structure and the additional revenue was to be directed to public education. Alaska State House Representative for downtown Anchorage Representative Zack Fields explains the veto and its implications. Read more here.

Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center warns that Senate Bill 5814 will devastate small businesses, expanding sales taxes on services, raising costs, and fueling inflation while leaving entrepreneurs scrambling. He calls for repeal of the law and reform of Washington's tax system. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-washingtons-new-sales-tax-onslaught-devastates-small-businesses/ #Washington #SmallBusiness #SalesTax #SB5814 #WashingtonPolicyCenter #TaxReform #Opinion #MarkHarmsworth

Google betaalt 24,5 miljoen dollar (zo'n 20,9 miljoen euro) om een rechtszaak van de Amerikaanse president Donald Trump te schikken na zijn schorsing van videoplatform YouTube kort na de bestorming van het Capitool in 2021. Joe van Burik vertelt erover in deze Tech Update. 22 miljoen dollar van het schikkingsbedrag gaat naar de bouw van een nieuwe balzaal in het Witte Huis, een project dat Trump belangrijk noemt. Nog eens 2,5 miljoen dollar wordt verdeeld onder andere eisers, waaronder de conservatieve organisatie American Conservative Union. Daarmee is Google, eigenaar van YouTube, het laatste van de drie grote techbedrijven, naast Meta en X, dat een schikking treft met Trump over zijn verbanning aan het einde van zijn eerste ambtstermijn. Trump heeft sinds zijn terugkeer in het Witte Huis meerdere voor hem gunstige schikkingen gesloten met technologie- en mediabedrijven. In januari stemde Meta ermee in om 25 miljoen dollar te betalen om de rechtszaak rond Trumps schorsing van Facebook te schikken. Verder in deze Tech Update: Er is een veelbesproken AI-wetsvoorstel, de Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act oftewel Senate Bill 53 (SB 53) aangenomen in dé staat van de grote techbedrijven: Californië OpenAI, de maker van ChatGPT, heeft in de eerste helft van dit jaar al ruim 4 miljard omzet gedraaid, meer dan over heel 2024 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senate Bill 771, authored by Democrat Henry Stern, is poised to weaponize algorithmic “amplification” as a new tool of censorship—allowing California to hit major social media platforms with civil fines up to $1 million for knowingly promoting content deemed discriminatory or threatening under state law. Reckless violations carry penalties up to $500,000, and penalties double if minors are involved. Passed both houses and now waiting on Gov. Newsom's desk, this bill will take effect on January 1, 2027, if signed. In today's show I'll expose how SB 771 really isn't about safety — it's about forcing platforms to police speech to avoid penalties. You'll also hear why Pickax, without newsfeed algorithms and devoid of amplification mechanics, is uniquely immune to the hidden dangers baked into this bill—and ready to become the free‑speech platform they can't censor.Most coffee is burnt, bitter, and laced with chemicals. Supermassive Black Coffee is fire-roasted, gourmet, and 100% organic. Use code JEFF for 20% off and finally drink something that respects your standards. https://supermassiveblackcoffee.com/?ref=JEFFCatch The Jeff Dornik Show live every weekday at 1pm ET only on Rumble and Pickax, where free speech still reigns. https://rumble.com/c/jeffdornikSubscribe to my Pickax account today and get my hard-hitting, uncensored email newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. https://pickax.com/jeffdornikBig Tech is silencing truth while farming your data to feed the machine. That's why I built Pickax… a free speech platform that puts power back in your hands and your voice beyond their reach. Sign up today: https://pickax.com/?referralCode=y7wxvwq&refSource=copy

Erin is fulfilling her civic duty after being called in for jury duty in Santa Fe. Bryan is stopped from going into his gym class and pulls an oopsie with a straight bro. Bryan discusses ramped up attacks against the trans community after recent events, and how conservatives are threatening to label them as violent extremist threats. Erin covers South Carolina's Senate Bill S. 323 which is an near total abortion ban, would restrict the use of birth control, and criminalize anyone receiving or providing reproductive care with a prison term of up to 30 years. To subscribe to Erin's Substack visit: http://ladyclown.substack.com/ For tickets to Bryan's 9/25 LA show click here. For this week's bonus Dateline Recap visit www.patreon.com/attitudesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Blair discusses Texas Senate Bill 17 and who are prohibited from buying real property interests in Texas.

Message us!Are you a student planning to become a CPA? An educator shaping tomorrow's accounting leaders? Or a professional navigating a shifting talent landscape?What if the rules just changed and your journey, your curriculum, or your hiring strategy could look completely different?In this episode of Whitley Penn Talks, host Kendall Jones Neukomm is joined by Valerie King, Associate Director of Early Talent at Whitley Penn, and Kirsten Cook, Director of the Lyons School of Accounting at Texas Tech University, to explore the new reality of CPA licensure in Texas following the passage of Senate Bill 262.Building on a previous episode featuring policymakers, this conversation shifts to the educator and employer perspectives. Kirsten shares how SB 262, introducing an alternative pathway to CPA certification, could reshape accounting education, curriculum design, and student decision-making. Valerie offers a boots-on-the-ground view from college campuses, discussing how students are responding and what firms are considering as they adapt to the new reality.Whether you're a student, educator, or employer, this episode offers valuable insights into how Texas is reimagining the path to becoming a CPA and what it means for the future of the profession.Together, they unpack: What SB 262 entails and its implementation timelineThe challenges and opportunities for universities and firmsConcerns around maintaining rigor and CPA exam readinessThe potential long-term impact on the accounting talent pipelineFill out this form to have new episodes sent right to your inbox! Follow Whitley Penn on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X for more industry insights and thought leadership!

As the war in Gaza approaches its two year mark, criticism of Israel and support for the Palestinian population has ignited debates over free speech in the United States. Universities have become nexuses of protest against US support of Israel in the conflict, and the federal government's response has been to block education funding for schools and targeting activists for deportation. State governments and universities have begun taking their own actions to curtail pro-Palestine sentiments on campus. Nico Berlin has the story.Across Oklahoma, and the country, women are facing unaffordable childcare, rising maternal mortality rates, and a lack of support systems. National problems require national solutions, and Mom Congress, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is lobbying for federal legislation to address these gaps. Here's Danielle A. Melton.In May of this year, Oklahoma passed Senate Bill 806, otherwise known as the Food as Medicine Act. The bill aims to expand nutrition services and recognize the importance of food as a contributing factor to public health. A national organization based in Tulsa has been working to empower chefs to be nutrition leaders for their communities. Juddie Williams has details.In our first segment about music and social movements, Francia Allen explored how gospel, blues, and songs of the Civil Rights movement helped elevate the voices of resistance for African Americans. In part two of the series, she focuses on the powerful ways Indigenous communities have raised their voices in resistance and pushed back against cultural discrimination, immigration issues, and treaty violations while staying connected to Native traditions. Here's FBO's Francia Allen.The international conference Black Portraiture[s] will be hosted by New York University-Tulsa Friday October 3rd. The tenth in the series, the event will bring together scholars and artists to study the art and culture of the African Diaspora. Dr. Deborah Willis, University Professor and Chair of the Department of Photography & Imaging at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University has been a co-organizer since 2006. For more information and registration online visit blackportraitures.infoTurns out finding you're allergic to coconut after eating half your birthday cake isn't the best party favor. For 11-year-old Sondra Slade, what started as the perfect day of pancakes, bike rides, and backyard BBQ ended with a dramatic faceplant into the condiment table – and a family still convinced that “just wiping it off” fixes everything. Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio & Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund & Press Forward. Our theme music is by Moffett Music. Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana & Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Smriti Iyengar, Jesse Ulrich, & Naomi Agnew.Our production interns are Alexander Evans, Jess Grimes, Roma Carter, and Anna Wilson. You can visit us online at KOSU.org or FocusBlackOklahoma.com & on YouTube @TriCityCollectiveOK. You can follow us on Instagram @FocusBlackOK & on Facebook at Facebook.com/FocusBlackOK. You can hear Focus: Black Oklahoma on demand at KOSU.org, the NPR app, NPR.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This week on The Otaku Host Club, we're talking Texas Senate Bill 20 — the kind of law that would probably land us in jail just for watching half the stuff we've covered on the pod. From classics to the weird deep cuts, we run down 12 shows from past episodes and imagine how guilty we'd be if anime crimes were real. Lock us up, we'll take our Blu-rays with us.

In this episode, Gabby welcomes Senator Patrick McMath of Louisiana and his disruption coach, Dominic Luke. They discuss the groundbreaking Senate Bill 14, which aims to improve children's health and nutrition standards in schools and beyond. Highlighting the role of community engagement and sound policy, the conversation delves into the importance of balancing political ambitions with personal growth, as well as tactics for impactful legislation. Tune in for insights into the importance of self-care, nutrition, and the benefits of structured coaching in achieving significant life changes. For More on Senator Patrick McMath https://senate.la.gov/smembers?ID=11 For More on SB14 https://www.billtrack50.com/billdetail/1871896  For More on Dominic Luke https://dominicluke.com/  Follow Dominic Luke on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_dominicluke_/?hl=en  For more on Gabby Instagram @GabbyReece TikTok @GabbyReeceOfficial The Gabby Reece Show on YouTube The Gabby Reece Show podcast is Produced by Rainbow Creative Thank You to Our Sponsors Vionic - Use the code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com  when you log into your account. One-time use only. Timeline - My friends at Timeline are offering 20% off, just for my listeners. Head to timeline.com/gabby to get started. Maui Nui is offering a free 12-pack of their jerky sticks with your first order of $79 or more. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/GABBY to grab yours. Laird Superfood - High-quality ingredients paired with incredible taste. Use the code GABBY20 for 20% off your purchase at lairdsuperfood.com 00:00 Guests: Senator Patrick McMath and Dominic Luke 02:35 Discussion on SB 14 and Children's Health 08:17 Patrick's Journey to the Senate 11:58 Crafting and Passing SB 14 22:53 Impact and Future of SB 14 26:19 Mandatory Nutrition Education for Medical Professionals 30:56 Encouraging Civic Engagement 35:32 Disrupting Old Patterns for Positive Change 39:32 Mobilizing Community Support for Legislation 43:08 Breaking Unhealthy Patterns 47:35 The Importance of Play and Connection 49:26 Navigating Political and Personal Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this critical episode of The Homeschool How To Podcast, host Cheryl interviews Mariama, a homeschooling mother from New Jersey who's been tracking dangerous legislation threatening homeschool freedom. With homeschooling rates skyrocketing from less than 1% to 3.7% post-pandemic in New Jersey, lawmakers are pushing unprecedented restrictions that could spread nationwide.What You'll Learn:The Four Bills Threatening New Jersey Homeschoolers:Assembly Bill 5825 & Senate Bill 1796: Mandatory curriculum alignment with state standardsAssembly Bill 5796 & Senate Bill 4589: Required annual "health and wellness checks" with school district representativesConstitutional Concerns:First Amendment religious freedom violationsFourth Amendment search and seizure issues14th Amendment equal protection and parental rights infringementThe Real Story Behind Homeschool Success:African American and Latino homeschooled children outperform public school peers by 20-25 points on standardized testsNew Jersey public schools: Only 52% pass ELA, 39% pass math, 24% pass scienceWhy homeschool families are achieving superior educational outcomesFrom COVID Awakening to Homeschool Advocacy: Mariama shares her journey from concerned parent during the pandemic to homeschool advocate, discussing vaccine mandates, gender ideology in schools, and the importance of biblical worldview education.Key Topics Covered:Homeschool laws by state and how to track legislationHSLDA (Home School Legal Defense Association) resourcesResponding to "sheltering" and "privilege" criticismsThe historical context of compulsory educationBuilding community and authentic cultural education at homeWhy school "confidential curriculum" policies are red flagsCritical Action Items:Follow HSLDA updates on pending legislationShare your homeschool story on social mediaMonitor your state's legislative calendarConnect with local homeschool advocacy groupsFeatured Guest: Mariama (@GodlyMothersChosenLittles) - New Jersey homeschool advocate and mother of twoBlog: https://www.godlymotherschosenlittles.com/Mariama's YouTubeResources Mentioned:Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA.org)New Jersey homeschool law informationConstitutional amendments and parental rightsCheryl's Guide to Homeschooling: Check out The Homeschool How To Complete Starter Guide- Cheryl's eBook compiling everything she's learned from her interviews on The Homeschool How To Podcast. 

(The Center Square) – As Washington state is forecast to run out of money by 2027 despite a historic tax increase during this year's legislative session, that fiscal crisis could be exacerbated several years later if new actuarial assumptions for the pension system don't pan out. During session, state lawmakers enacted Senate Bill 5357, which altered the assumed rate of return for pension investments from 7% to 7.25%. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_0db21f8a-6678-451d-aff3-0321864d5d83.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Imagine this: You're out to dinner with your staff. One of them has celiac disease. The server doesn't know what gluten is. The kitchen isn't sure either. That moment? It sparked real change in Illinois. In this episode of Eating at a Meeting LIVE, I'm talking with State Senator Sally Turner, the powerhouse behind Senate Bill 1288—a bill that could soon make Illinois one of the safest places to dine out if you live with celiac disease. It's a big deal. This new law (awaiting the governor's signature) would require ALL food handlers in the state to be trained on celiac disease, gluten-free protocols, and preventing cross-contact. Senator Turner shares how a personal connection turned into statewide action—and why this matters not just for restaurants, but for anyone planning events, catering menus, or feeding guests. Because safety shouldn't depend on luck. It should be built into the system. We'll cover: ✅ Why the bill passed unanimously ✅ What it means for hotels, venues & caterers ✅ How this legislation could shape SOPs and training far beyond Illinois ✅ Why awareness isn't enough without action Whether you're gluten-free, planning meals, or pushing for safer dining—this conversation is one you'll want to be part of.

Comcast has filed a lawsuit in Thurston County Superior Court challenging Washington's new sales tax on advertising services, arguing it discriminates against internet-based ads in violation of federal law. The tax, part of Senate Bill 5814 signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson, is projected to raise billions but could be struck down, imperiling state budget plans. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/comcast-lawsuit-argues-new-washington-tax-on-advertising-is-illegal/ #Comcast #WashingtonState #AdvertisingTax #StreamingServices #InternetTaxFreedomAct #SenateBill5814 #DigitalAdvertising #StateBudget

Ohio Workers' Comp Just Changed – Here's What Agents Need to Know: In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, host Eric Stein talks with Bob Butts, Chief Risk Officer at Alternative Comp Solutions (ACS), about a major change in Ohio's workers' compensation market. For the first time, agents can now sell workers' comp in Ohio and earn commission, thanks to Senate Bill 2011 and approval by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation. Bob explains how ACS is leading the way with an Alternative Employer Organization (AEO) model that saves employers 10–30% on premiums, simplifies claims handling, and eliminates the need to switch payroll systems. The discussion covers the differences between AEOs and PEOs, how the pay-as-you-go approach helps employers with cash flow, and why this new model is such a big opportunity for insurance agents. About Insurance Shoptalk: Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

Send us a textOn this episode of Queer Voices, we spotlight the fight for civil rights, the power of theater, and the challenges of aging in our community. First, the ACLU of Texas' Brian Klosterboer breaks down the latest wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in Austin, including the bathroom ban and Senate Bill 12, and shares how lawsuits and grassroots action are pushing back. Then, director Rhett Martinez discusses The Last Yiddish Speaker, a dystopian play co-produced by Houston's Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company and the Jewish Community Center. Finally, Richard Elbein from the Alzheimer's Association of Southeast Texas explains a groundbreaking $3 billion state initiative to fund dementia research and what it means for LGBTQ elders and caregivers.Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here. Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond. Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1140: Today we're talking about Toyota's big ethanol play in Fukushima and California lawmakers slamming the brakes on “Leno's Law” for classic cars. Plus, Paul's back with some unexpected retail takeaways from his vacation travels.Show Notes with links:Toyota and a coalition of Japanese automakers are doing something symbolic and strategic — turning the former Fukushima no-go zone into a proving ground for next-gen biofuels.A Toyota-led consortium is piloting ethanol biofuel production in Okuma, the town devastated by the 2011 nuclear disaster.They're cultivating high-cellulose sorghum, which outperforms corn in poor soil and doesn't compete with food crops.This is part of Japan's “multipathway” strategy — pushing hybrids, synthetic fuels, and biofuels alongside EVs.The group, which includes Subaru, Mazda, Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Eneos, opened a $33M plant in November to convert the sorghum to E10 fuel.“We want this movement to spread beyond Japan to the world,” said Toyota CTO Hiroki Nakajima while touring the fields in a straw hat.Jay Leno's push to exempt classic car owners from smog checks in California has officially stalled. Despite passing the Senate and Leno's personal testimony, the bill was quietly killed by the Assembly Appropriations Committee.Senate Bill 712, dubbed “Leno's Law,” would have exempted pre-1981 cars with historic plates from smog checks.The Assembly's Appropriations Committee killed the bill without explanation, alongside 70 others on its “suspense file.”Leno argued classic car smog checks are outdated, expensive, and hard to perform with modern equipment.Environmental groups and air quality regulators opposed the bill, citing cost and pollution concerns.“Sadly, today California said ‘no' to helping preserve these rolling pieces of history,” said sponsor Sen. Shannon Grove.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Arkansas is set to welcome $12 billion in new data centers that will require significant electricity, while recent legislation has made it nearly impossible to develop new wind farms. The state will have to rely on importing power and building natural gas plants, leading to higher costs for ratepayers. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Allen Hall: Let me tell you a little story about wind energy in the state of Arkansas. But first, let me pick you a picture of the natural state. Arkansas sits right in the heart of America. This is the land that gave us President Bill Clinton and the retail giant Walmart. It's the home to the rugged Ozark mountains and the fertile Mississippi River Delta, where folks still wave from the front porches. And Sunday dinner means the whole family surround the table. Arkansas has always been a place where old traditions meet new opportunities. Rice fields stretch across the eastern flatlands. Timber companies harvest the dense forest. The Buffalo River runs wild and free. And now. Wind energy companies are eyeing those wide open spaces and [00:01:00] mountain ridges. But here's where our story gets interesting. The natural state is about to welcome $12 billion in new data centers. That's Google building a $10 billion facility in West Memphis, just across the river from where Elvis lived. Two more billion dollars centers go up in Little Rock and Conway near the center of the state. These data centers will demand massive amounts of electricity. How much Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation says they've got requests for 4,000 megawatts of new load. That's more power than the entire system has built in 80 years. And the data center companies want it in just three or four years. And here's an interesting turn of events. Arkansas just made it nearly impossible to build wind farms that could power these data centers cheaply. And cleanly. Senate Bill 4 37 passed by just one vote in the Arkansas [00:02:00] Senate 18 4 14 against, they called it the Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act, but don't let the name fool you. This 20 page regulatory monster is designed to kill wind development. The bail requires wind turbines to be set back three and a half times their height from property lines. That's up to a quarter mile it. Bans turbines within one mile of schools, hospitals, churches, and city limits. It demands extensive environmental studies and public hearings. Wind companies warned this would kill future development. Wire, Hauser the Timber Giant with 1.2 million acres in Arkansas said the rule would limit their ability to host wind projects to zero acres. Zero. Representative Jack Leman, a Republican from Jonesboro, Arkansas, summed it up on the house floor, quote, if wind is a bad idea, it will fail on its own. It's not our job to kill an [00:03:00] industry, unquote, but they killed it anyway. Six Arkansas counties have already banned wind development. Carroll County, Boone, Madison, Newton Crawford, and Criton Counties have all said no to commercial wind projects. The current projects get a pass. The Crossover Wind Project in Cross County and the Nimbus Project in Carroll County. Were already under development by April 9th of this year, so they're exempt from the new rules. Crossover wind will be Arkansas's first operational wind farm, 135 megawatts, 32 turbines enough to power 50,000 homes. It's going online next summer in the flat farmland of Eastern Arkansas. Nimbus is more controversial. 180 megawatts. Plan for the Ozark Mountains in Carroll County near the state line with Missouri...

Message us!In this episode, host Kendall Jones-Neukomm is joined by risk advisory and cybersecurity professionals Jesus Vega and John Williamson to break down Texas Senate Bill 2610, a transformative new law that introduces a “safe harbor” for small and mid-sized businesses in the event of a data breach.With Texas SB 2610 taking effect on September 1, 2025, this conversation explores how businesses can proactively protect themselves from punitive damages, reduce insurance costs, and build a stronger cybersecurity culture. Whether you're a business owner, CFO, or IT leader, this episode offers actionable insights to help you navigate the new legal landscape and turn compliance into a strategic advantage.Register for our webinar here: https://web.cvent.com/event/C2965E09-C0DD-4B14-A6A1-73CA1F7E2185/regProcessStep1Topics Discussed:- Understanding what the law entails and why it matters for Texas businesses- How adopting recognized cybersecurity compliance frameworks can shield companies from exemplary legal damages- Tailored requirements for businesses with under 250 employees- How SB 2610 can strategically reduce risk, lower costs, and improve reputationFill out this form to have new episodes sent right to your inbox! Follow Whitley Penn on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X for more industry insights and thought leadership!

In this Texas Talks interview, Senator Tan Parker of District 12 joins Brad Swail to discuss his decades-long fight against human trafficking, including the passage of Senate Bill 11 to protect victims and prosecute traffickers. Parker also breaks down disaster relief efforts following the July 4th floods, new legislation to safeguard Texas children, and the state's leadership in AI innovation and regulation. A deep dive into protecting the vulnerable, strengthening public safety, and keeping Texas at the forefront of progress.

The Texas Senate on Tuesday gave initial approval to a much-anticipated bill aiming to tamp down on the mailing of abortion pills into the state. The bill, if signed into law, would create a new pathway for enforcing Texas' strict abortion ban. It would allow regular citizens to file civil lawsuits against anyone who distributes abortion pills within Texas or anyone who mails abortion pills to Texas. In other news, Texas' business-friendly climate has helped make it the “headquarters of headquarters.” With Dallas becoming what Christopher Kleinert, chief executive officer of Hunt Realty Investments, recently called an “epicenter for financial activity,” many Fortune 500 companies are planting down roots in the region, or adding to their Texas operations; the sale of lab-grown meat has been banned in Texas for two years as part of Senate Bill 261. The law states that “a person may not manufacture, process, possess, distribute, offer for sale, or sell cell-cultured protein.” Although its production and use were not widespread in the state, some believe its ban violates people's constitutional rights, impacting what consumers can and can't purchase; and cases of COVID-19 are spiking in Texas as a new variant spreads across much of the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COVID variant XFG, nicknamed Stratus, accounts for three-fourths of COVID cases in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ICYMI: Hour Two of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – An in-depth look at California lawmakers' decision to reject Senate Bill 712 AKA ‘Leno's Law', a bill which would exempt classic car owners from California's rigorous smog-check requirements with the bills namesake; former ‘Tonight Show' Host, Comedian Jay Leno…PLUS - A replay of Mo's conversation with Actress/Singer Tia Carrere, who joined the program to preview Disney's ‘Lilo & Stitch' September 3rd Disney+ debut - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

Young Voices contributor Brayden Myers joins Josh to discuss Missouri's Senate Bill 145. With the passage of Senate Bill 145, Missouri is eliminating taxes and regulations that hinder young entrepreneurs. Through this legislation, Missouri is fostering the next generation of business leaders and providing a model for other states to follow.   Brayden article in Real Clear Markets:   https://www.realclearmarkets.com/articles/2025/07/28/americas_youth_should_be_free_to_innovate_without_barriers_1125077.html   Follow Brayden on LinkedIn and at Young Voices:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayden-myers-83b293184?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app https://www.joinyv.org/talent/brayden-myers  

Amy Bohn, Co-Founder and President of Protection of the Educational Rights of Kids (PERK), breaks down California Assembly Bill AB 495 and how it could indirectly strip parents of fundamental protections for their children. She also shares how PERK is working to reverse the damage caused by Senate Bills 276 and 277—efforts aimed at restoring exemptions and defending doctors who were penalized for issuing legitimate medical exemptions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

In this episode you will hear:   (02:00) In the News   Vince joins Mark to discuss a NYT Article entitled, “Columbia and Brown Share Race and Admissions Data in Trump Deal”   Mark continues to share insights from an article that the Chronicle of Higher Education Ran Entitled, “The Money Problem No College Can Escape”   (38:18) Peg Keogh Interview-Missed Opportunities for the FAFSA and CSS PROFILE Part 5 of 5   §  More conversation about the CSS PROFILE     (58:26) College Spotlight Interview Part 3 of 4-Preview Dr. Ramon Blakley is the Asst Vice Provost of Enrollment at UT-Austin and Ramon and Mark have a robust discussion about Apply Texas, about whether Texas is considering Early Decision and about how Senate Bill 175 which is the bill that created UT's auto admission plan, how does it actually work, and how can out of state students stand out in a competitive applicant pool, and we talk about the type of student that excels at UT-   Recommended Resource-Guide to help first year students complete the Common Application-     Speakpipe.com/YCBK is our method if you want to ask a question and we will be prioritizing all questions sent in via Speakpipe. Unfortunately, we will NOT answer questions on the podcast anymore that are emailed in. If you want us to answer a question on the podcast, please use speakpipe.com/YCBK. We feel hearing from our listeners in their own voices adds to the community feel of our podcast.   You can also use this for many other purposes: 1) Send us constructive criticism about how we can improve our podcast 2) Share an encouraging word about something you like about an episode or the podcast in general 3) Share a topic or an article you would like us to address 4) Share a speaker you want us to interview 5) Leave positive feedback for one of our interviewees. We will send your verbal feedback directly to them and I can almost assure you, your positive feedback will make their day.   To sign up to receive Your College-Bound Kid PLUS, our new monthly admissions newsletter, delivered directly to your email once a month, just go to yourcollegeboundkid.com, and you will see the sign-up popup. We will include many of the hot topics being discussed on college campuses.   Check out our new blog. We write timely and insightful articles on college admissions:   Follow Mark Stucker on Twitter to get breaking college admission news, and updates about the podcast before they go live. You can ask questions on Twitter that he will answer on the podcast. Mark will also share additional hot topics in the news and breaking news on this Twitter feed. Twitter message is also the preferred way to ask questions for our podcast:   https://twitter.com/YCBKpodcast   1. To access our transcripts, click: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/category/transcripts/ 2. Find the specific episode transcripts for the one you want to search and click the link 3. Find the magnifying glass icon in blue (search feature) and click it 4. Enter whatever word you want to search. I.e. Loans 5. Every word in that episode when the words loans are used, will be highlighted in yellow with a timestamps 6. Click the word highlighted in yellow and the player will play the episode from that starting point 7. You can also download the entire podcast as a transcript   We would be honored if you will pass this podcast episode on to others who you feel will benefit from the content in YCBK.   Please subscribe to our podcast. It really helps us move up in Apple's search feature so others can find our podcast.   If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful!   If you want to help more people find Your College-Bound Kid, please make sure you follow our podcast. You will also get instant notifications as soon as each episode goes live.   Check out the college admissions books Mark recommends:   Check out the college websites Mark recommends:   If you want to have some input about what you like and what you recommend, we change about our podcast, please complete our Podcast survey; here is the link:     If you want a college consultation with Mark or Lisa, just text Mark at 404-664-4340 or email Lisa at All we ask is that you review their services and pricing on their website before the complimentary session; here is link to their services with transparent pricing: https://schoolmatch4u.com/services/compare-packages/

The ongoing case of Etienne v. Ferguson raises profound questions about the interplay between religious liberty and state authority, particularly regarding Catholic confession, which centuries-old religious doctrine deems as absolutely confidential. The case challenges Washington's Senate Bill 5375, titled "Concering the duty of clergy to report child abuse and neglect." Does a state mandatory reporter law violate the First Amendment’s religion clauses if it encompasses information learned during the sacrament? Or can the state justify overriding the seal of confession as a necessary and justifiable measure to protect children?This webinar will examine the passage of Washington’s Senate Bill 5375, the historical and theological significance of confession, the constitutional protections afforded by the free exercise and establishment clauses, and the concerns of some that religious practices could be commandeered in service to the state’s police power. The discussion will also address whether the law unconstitutionally targets Catholic clergy and whether the state’s interest in child protection can supersede the religious obligation of priests to maintain absolute confidentiality, under penalty of excommunication.Our guests will consider the delicate relationship between religious liberty and state power in this high-stakes case.Featuring:Matthew Martens, Partner, WilmerHale LLP(Moderator) Hiram Sasser, Executive General Counsel, First Liberty Institute

In this episode of Multifamily Marketwatch, HFO's Senior Data Analyst Michael Pierce breaks down three major regulatory changes reshaping the apartment investment landscape in Washington State. Tune in to learn what multifamily property owners must do to comply with the new Clean Buildings Tier 2 law, how Senate Bill 5184 is eliminating costly parking mandates, and why Washington's Transit-Oriented Development Law (HB 1491) is one of the most aggressive pro-density policies in the nation. This timely briefing is essential for multifamily investors, developers, and asset managers looking to reduce costs, unlock tax incentives, and stay ahead of compliance deadlines.

TPPF's Derek Cohen and Jose Melendez catch up on the latest from the 89th Legislative Session and subsequent special sessions with Rep. Cole Hefner. They dive into the quorum break that put Texas in the national political spotlight before discussing policy issues like property tax reform, taxpayer-funded lobbying, housing affordability, and safeguarding Texas from foreign adversaries.00:53 – Hot Take: Jose Melendez on the Last Man Standing Ultramarathon04:12 – Rep. Cole Hefner: From Citizen to Chairman – His Journey to Public Service06:19 – Addressing Quorum Breaks: Stiffer Penalties and Legislative Challenges07:10 – Priorities for the Current Special Session08:59 – Property Taxes: Balancing State Relief and Local Government Accountability11:09 – Appraisal Reform: Ensuring Fairness and Predictability12:40 – Banning Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying15:04 – Housing Affordability: HB 840 and Revitalizing Downtown Texas17:56 – SB 17: Protecting Texas Land from Hostile Foreign Adversaries22:50 – TRACE Act and Protecting Texas Schools from Foreign Influence25:42 – Senate Bill 1362: Banning Red Flag Laws and Upholding Due Process30:16 – Transportation: Addressing CDL Standards and Interstate Challenges33:17 – Water Issues in Texas: Balancing Growth and Private Property Rights36:15 – Looking Ahead: Key Issues for the 90th Legislative Session41:14 – Survey Says: Addressing Voter Discontent with Government Responsiveness

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – Tiffany Hobbs (@TiffHobbsOnHere) filling in ‘Later, for Mo'Kelly' with special guests Grace Kono Wells, HOA President of Tahitian Terrace Mobile Home Park, and Jon Brown, elected Co-Chair of the Palisades Bowl resident group, who join the program for an in-depth discussion regarding Senate Bill 749, which addresses the closure and change of use for mobile home parks…PLUS - Phillip Weathersby, co-founder of SET Ministries, joins the program to highlight the organization's 15 years of empowering underserved communities and their upcoming Community Baby Shower in Los Angeles AND Tiffany weighs-in on Kenya Barris and Mike Epps' new CBS comedy series inspired by the aftermath of the Altadena fire - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

Treatment for transgender kids is a topic as fluid as the gender identity of Gen Z. Adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Miriam Grossman describes the rarely-publicized risks of sex identity changes--medical and psychological--and ways that parents should respond to their trans kids. Warning: some graphic, but professional, discussion of this sensitive topic.News update: Since our interview, the U.S. v. Skrmetti case referenced in our show was decided. The U.S. Supreme Court upheld, by a vote of 6 to 3, a state ban on certain pharmaceutical and surgical treatments for transgender minors. The Tennessee law in question was Prohibition on Medical Procedures Performed on Minors Related to Sexual Identity, Senate Bill 1 (SB1).Additional Resources: MiriamGrossmanmd.comDonoharm.orgTradition or Transition? Episode 39, Conversation Balloons Podcast, https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WIX9f5i5wdAbanECrQ5D6Books by Dr. Miriam Grossman:Lost in Trans Nation: A Child Psychiatrists' Guide Out of the MadnessYou're Teaching My Child What? A Physician Exposes the Lies of Sex Education and How They Harm Your Children

This time on Code WACK! What if California, Oregon, and Washington joined forces to win federal approval for universal, single-payer healthcare? Could a united West Coast shift the balance of power in America's healthcare debate? To find out, we recently spoke with Michael Lighty, president of the single payer advocacy coalition Healthy California Now. Michael 's a founding fellow of the Sanders Institute, and he was healthcare constituency director for the Bernie 2020 campaign. Most recently, he co-wrote and was a leader in the successful campaign to enact California's Senate Bill 770, a critical step toward negotiating the federal waivers the Golden State needs to build a universal, publicly financed healthcare system. Join us as we explore how these three states are moving to collaborate toward a common goal — and why this could be a game-changer for patients, politics, and policy nationwide. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.

An Ohio teen writes about frustrations with Senate Bill 50.

In this episode: The largest private landowner in Florida is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Better known as the Mormon Church, it owns more than 600,000 acres around the state. About half of its land holdings are cattle ranchlands east of Orlando — where the the church has long-term plans to build the equivalent of a new city of 500,000 people. But voters in Orlando recently approved new rules meant to slow suburban sprawl on rural land. So the Mormon Church turned to Florida's Republican-controlled Legislature to step in. And the church had help.Show notesThe bills discussed in this show:Senate Bill 1118 — Land Use and Development RegulationsSenate Bill 180 — EmergenciesTime is a flat circle: Lobbyists for developers pushed Florida lawmakers to block rules meant to save rural lands from sprawlThe top 10 landowners in Florida: Land LordsReach more about the Mormon Church's long-term development plans in central Florida (stories from the August 2017 issue of Florida Trend magazine):Ranchland to rooftops in central FloridaDeseret Ranch — the LandRural Florida's players and their projectsTavistock's Role in Developing Rural FloridaDuda's agribusiness development reachThis the second episode to come out of public records we obtained after the end of the Florida Legislature's 2025 session. Here's the first episode:Florida Passed Bills for Pigeon Shooters?! (YouTube)A Republican megadonor got caught hosting a pigeon shoot. Then he got Florida politicians to change the law. (audio)And here's the podcast mentioned in this show about the erosion of home rule happening Florida and other Republican-controlled states:Your Town, Their Rules: How States Are Stealing Local Power (YouTube)Your town, their rules (audio)Questions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

This time on Code WACK!  What if California, Oregon, and Washington joined forces to win federal approval for universal, single-payer healthcare? Could a united West Coast shift the balance of power in America's healthcare debate?  To find out, we recently spoke with Michael Lighty, president of the single payer advocacy coalition Healthy California Now. Michael 's a founding fellow of the Sanders Institute, and he was healthcare constituency director for the Bernie 2020 campaign. Most recently, he co-wrote and was a leader in the successful campaign to enact California's Senate Bill 770, a critical step toward negotiating the federal waivers the Golden State needs to build a universal, publicly financed healthcare system. Join us as we explore how these three states are moving to collaborate toward a common goal — and why this could be a game-changer for patients, politics, and policy nationwide. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.

With a new state law that eases zoning restrictions looming, the Dallas City Council approved a controversial plan to rezone the Hampton-Clarendon corridor in West Oak Cliff after months in the process. In September, Senate Bill 840 will loosen city regulations and allow developers to build housing in commercially zoned areas without community input. In other news, the family of a woman who died during flooding in Kerr County has filed a civil lawsuit against the RV park where she was staying when catastrophic floodwaters swept through the region last month. Relatives of 22-year old Jayda Floyd filed the suit Tuesday in the 216th judicial district in Kerr County against HTR TX Hill Country Resort; Illinois law enforcement officers cannot arrest Texas House Democrats who have been staying in the northern state in protest of a congressional redistricting map, a state judge ruled Wednesday; and just two years after setting a post-pandemic record for international visitors, and a year before hosting one of the world's most popular international events, Dallas is projected to see a decline in tourists visiting from abroad. Political, economic and immigration-related concerns are affecting international tourism in Dallas, which is on pace to decline 8% this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Talk Law Radio, host Todd Marquardt delves into the recent changes brought about by Senate Bill 29, which became effective on May 14, 2025. This bill includes the codification of the business judgment rule into the Texas Business Organizations Code, a significant development for business owners and directors. The business judgment rule, which has been relied upon since 1878, protects directors from liability for honest, discretionary decisions made in the corporation's interest, even if those decisions are negligent or imprudent, as long as there is no fraud, bad faith, or gross negligence involved. Previously, this rule was only applied defensively after a business was sued, but now it is explicitly written into the Texas law. The new codification presumes that directors and officers act in good faith, on an informed basis, in furtherance of the corporation's interests, and in obedience to the law and the corporation's governing documents. This presumption can only be rebutted if it is proven that the director's or officer's actions involved fraud, intentional misconduct, an ultra vires act, or a knowing violation of the law.Senate Bill 29 aims to provide statutory clarity and certainty for business decision-makers, encouraging more companies to operate in Texas and boosting economic development and job creation. Governor Abbott and Senator Bryan Hughes have both expressed their support for the bill, highlighting its potential to attract businesses and provide a stable legal environment for corporate governance. Business owners are advised to review their certification of formation, operating agreements, bylaws, and minutes with a qualified attorney to ensure compliance with the new law and to identify any necessary changes or amendments. Marquardt Law Firm sponsors the show and is offering a business deficiencies checklist by emailing welcome@marquardtlawfirm.com include business checklist in the subject line. Attorney Todd Marquardt brings you insightful topics every Saturday morning, but he's not stopping there! Join Todd every Sunday afternoon at 4:30pm for a special bonus segment! He addresses trending and specific topics in more detail with a professional perspective. The mission of Talk Law Radio is to help you discover your legal issue blind spots by listening to me talk about the law on the radio. The state bar of Texas is the state agency that governs attorney law licenses. The State Bar wants attorneys to inform the public about the law but does not want us to attempt to solve your individual legal problems upon the basis of general information. Instead, contact an attorney like Todd A. Marquardt at Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. to discuss your specific facts and circumstances of your unique situation. Like & Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@talklawradio3421 Listen here! www.TalkLawRadio.com Work with Todd! https://marquardtlawfirm.com/ Join attorney Todd Marquardt every week for exciting law talk on Talk Law Radio!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's Tuesday and there is plenty of news, but it is not a news day Tuesday because we have two guests for you today. First, we are joined by Dr. Rob Davidson, West Michigan Emergency Physician and The Committee to Protect Health Care - Patients Over Profits  to real, harmful impacts the Senate Bill will have on rural hospitals. Then in the Fun Half Hasan Piker joins us in studio and it let's say you'll be valutained. The discussion moves from the failures of Hakeem Jeffries and Democratic leadership into the right's cope with AG Pam Bondi's Epstein announcement. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Follow us on TikTok here!: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here!: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here!: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here!: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors TRUST AND WILL: Get 20% off trustandwill.com/MAJORITY DELETEME: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/MAJORITY and use promo code MAJORITY at checkout. SUNSET LAKE: Use coupon code “Left Is Best” (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order at SunsetLakeCBD.com Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder – https://majorityreportradio.com/  

Tonight's rundown: Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: The Big Beautiful Bill has passed the Senate—Bill breaks down the bill and exposes two major ways the media is misrepresenting it. John C. Goodman, Ph.D., President of the Goodman Institute, joins the No Spin News to address the propaganda campaign surrounding income taxes and Medicaid. What President Trump said about illegal crossings during his visit to Alligator Alcatraz. A new poll reveals that American pride has reached a record low. Chaos erupted at New York airports yesterday after nearby thunderstorms caused major disruptions. Final Thought: This July 4th, gift a BillOReilly.com Membership to a Patriot you know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices