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Coverage of Bill in the Nexus archive.
- Effort to ban genetically modified animals dies in California Legislature. Advocates blame politics
An effort to ban the sale of genetically-modified pets for cosmetic reasons died in the California Legislature. Specifically, a bill intended to restrict these sales was defeated within a committee. Advocates reacted by blaming politics for the failure.
- Effort to ban genetically modified animals dies in California Legislature. Advocates blame politics
A bill that sought to ban the sale of genetically-modified pets used for cosmetic purposes died in committee within the California Legislature. Advocates connected this failed effort to politics.
- Does permanent daylight saving time save energy? What studies have found
The article discusses the debate over permanent daylight saving time and its energy-saving claims, noting ongoing efforts to pass a bill that would prevent the time change to standard time in the fall. The Oval Office is highlighted as a source of pressure for this legislative action.
- Bill would give judges control of Chicago courthouse after safety concerns
A proposed bill aims to grant judges control of the Chicago courthouse due to safety concerns. In 2024, WGN Investigates reported on a delayed and over-budget remodeling project for holding cells in the courthouse.
- Ukraine to End VAT Exemption on Imported Goods Bought via Foreign Marketplaces
Ukraine’s government has approved a bill to end value-added tax (VAT) exemptions for imported goods purchased through foreign marketplaces. The policy aims to generate over Hr 10 billion annually and will not take effect before 2027.
- Bill to make delayed registration of births and deaths more stringent introduced in Lok Sabha
A bill introduced in the Lok Sabha aims to make delayed registration of births and deaths more stringent. The system will remain largely unchanged for births or deaths reported between one and two years after the event.
- Gov. Pritzker signs 'bell-to-bell' school cellphone ban into law
Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that bans cellphones in public schools statewide. The law is referred to as 'bell-to-bell' in the title, indicating a comprehensive restriction during school hours.
- Bill proposing harsher punishment for paper leaks taken up for discussion; milestone legislation, says government
The Bill proposes stricter punishments for paper leaks, including up to 10 years imprisonment and a ₹50 lakh fine. The government describes it as milestone legislation.
- This grandma fought for a bill to allow happy hour at retirement homes
Anita LeBrun advocated for a bill to permit happy hour at retirement homes, citing the desire to enjoy drinks with friends and maintain independence. The bill aims to allow residents to partake in social drinking activities within these facilities.
- Call for tighter data center regulations after new DEQ report
A new Virginia DEQ report reveals constrained groundwater east of Interstate 95, prompting calls for tighter data center regulations. A 2024 bill, pushed by Republican State Sen. Richard Stuart, mandated the study.
- Monsoon Session: no business in Upper House for sixth day
The Monsoon Session of the Upper House has seen no business for six consecutive days as the Opposition demands an apology from Home Minister Amit Shah over police action against protesting students. Minister Kiren Rijiju has urged Congress to permit discussion on a Bill.
- Govt introduces Bill in Lok Sabha for stricter measures to check paper leaks
The government introduced a Bill in the Lok Sabha to implement stricter measures against paper leaks. The Bill proposes establishing fast-track courts in every state for expedited trials and increased punishment for offenders.
- West Bengal Assembly passes Bill depriving panchayat pradhans of financial powers
The West Bengal Assembly passed a bill that deprives panchayat pradhans of their financial powers. The bill received 169 votes in favor, 13 against, and 32 MLAs abstained from voting.
- Congressional stock trading curb due to get House vote amid public support for a ban
The House is scheduled to vote on a bill that would prohibit members of Congress from buying stocks while in office. The measure aligns with public support for a ban on such trading.
- Centre introduces Bill to raise strength of judges in Supreme Court to 38
The Centre introduced a Bill to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court from 34 to 38, including the Chief Justice of India. This Bill replaces an ordinance issued by the President in May.
- Paying cash without pennies is confusing. That could soon change
The article discusses the confusion caused by cash transactions without pennies and mentions a recently passed House bill aimed at addressing this issue. Businesses have varying methods for handling such change, and the bill could lead to improvements.
- Opinion | Bill would make workforce housing harder to build. Whitmer should veto it
A proposed bill could hinder the construction of workforce housing, and Jon Wright, managing partner of Spear Partners, argues Governor Whitmer should veto it. The article highlights concerns about the bill's impact on modular workforce-housing development.
- Chhattisgarh passes Bill to boost business
Chhattisgarh has passed a bill to boost business by implementing a risk-based approval framework for 43 services across eight state departments. Additional services can be included with approval from the Executive Council.
- Bengaluru: Apartment residents seek builder accountability, parking norms in new Bill
Residents in Bengaluru are demanding builder accountability and adherence to parking norms through a new Bill. A stakeholder emphasized the need for the Bill to establish clear timelines for association elections and define the tenure of office-bearers.
- Deans of Israeli med schools warn against expanding gender segregation in higher ed
Deans of all nine Israeli medical schools wrote a letter to the Knesset urging lawmakers to reject a bill that could expand gender segregation in higher education. They argue the bill might jeopardize international recognition of Israeli medical institutions and weaken the country's medical capabilities.
- Full text: IDF chief’s letter to Netanyahu, Katz against freezing Haredi enlistment
IDF chief Zamir wrote to Prime Minister Netanyahu, Defense Minister Katz, and the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chair, urging the removal of a bill section requiring the army to review exemptions from service. The letter opposes freezing Haredi enlistment.
- If permanent daylight saving time bill passes, would your state be impacted?
The House could vote on a bill this week that would make daylight saving time permanent. The bill's passage could impact states by altering their timekeeping practices.
- If permanent daylight saving time bill passes, would your state be impacted?
The House may vote on a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, which could affect states if passed. The article highlights the potential impact of the legislation on different states.
- Trump administration greenlights legislation to ‘exact a heavy price’ on buyers of Russian oil and gas
The Trump administration has greenlit legislation to impose penalties on buyers of Russian oil and gas. The bill, introduced by Sen. Lindsey Graham, has over 80 senator supporters but has languished on Capitol Hill as President Trump seeks to negotiate an end to a four-year-long war.
- State police: Afenifere weighs in, urging NASS to make it independent
Afenifere has urged Nigeria's National Assembly (NASS) to amend the State Police Bill to ensure the force's independence from federal government control. The group highlighted concerns that certain provisions in the Bill could make the state police subordinate to federal authorities.
- Sterling Heights pushes for local control over fireworks as complaints near 1,300 since 2020
Sterling Heights is advocating for increased local control over consumer fireworks due to nearly 1,300 complaints since 2020, citing safety concerns and damage from excessive use. Assistant City Manager Dale Dwojakowski's initiative, Safe Celebrations Start Local, aims to push state legislators for stricter regulations, including reduced fireworks days and safety controls. Residents and a local fireworks retailer express mixed views on the proposed restrictions.
- Zimbabwe MPs pass bill to extend president's time in power
Zimbabwe MPs passed a bill to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and eliminate direct presidential elections.
- Fees for public records? A bill could kneecap state transparency laws
A bill supported by Oakland City Council could weaken state transparency laws by allowing governments more time to respond to public records requests. The draft bill has raised concerns about potential impacts on public access to information.
- Bill aims to crack down on sexually explicit AI chatbots posing as kids
A bill is being proposed to address AI chatbots engaging in sexually explicit conversations while pretending to be children. Internet watchdog groups have warned of this growing online danger, prompting lawmakers to take action against those responsible.
- Bill aims to crack down on sexually explicit AI chatbots posing as kids
A bill aims to address the issue of AI chatbots engaging in sexually explicit conversations while impersonating children. Lawmakers are responding to warnings from internet watchdog groups about this emerging online danger.
- Phil Scott signs bill that will restructure Vermont’s homelessness response
Governor Phil Scott signed H.938 into law, restructuring Vermont's homelessness response system with a $83 million funding plan and a continuum of shelter options. The bill addresses political divisions over motel voucher programs, though advocates note concerns about funding adequacy.
- Congo opposition condemns new bill seen as opening the way for a third term for President Tshisekedi
Congo's opposition has denounced a bill that could allow President Félix Tshisekedi a third term and called it a power grab.
- St. Clair Shores switches to new trash hauler two weeks early after months of missed pickups
St. Clair Shores switched to Express Waste Services two weeks early to replace Priority Waste after months of missed pickups and resident complaints. The new contract costs $204,000 more than the previous one, but residents and officials praised the improved service.
- State senator introduces bill demanding transparency from retailers on immigration raids
A California senator has introduced a bill requiring retailers to disclose immigration enforcement activities conducted on their premises. The proposal aims to increase transparency regarding immigration raids at retail locations.
- Trump’s bill threatens the singleness of money
Trump’s bill could affect the uniqueness of money by potentially placing the president's face on currency, which may be improper and ineffective.
- Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
President Trump signed a bill into law that allocates nearly $70 billion for immigration and deportation enforcement through the end of his term.
- Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
President Donald Trump signed a bill into law that allocates nearly $70 billion to his immigration and deportation agenda for the remainder of his term. The funding is intended to support immigration enforcement efforts through the end of his presidency.
- Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
President Donald Trump signed a bill into law that provides nearly $70 billion for his immigration and deportation agenda. The funding is allocated for the remainder of his term.
- Trump signs bill giving his immigration and deportation agenda a nearly $70 billion boost through the end of his term
Trump signed a bill providing nearly $70 billion to support his immigration and deportation agenda through the end of his term. The bill was reported by the Associated Press from Washington.
- Launch HN: General Instinct (YC P26) – Frontier models on edge devices
General Instinct, a robotics-focused company, addresses the challenge of deploying high-performance AI models on edge hardware by compressing a 245 GB BF16 MoE model (Qwen3.5-122B-A10B) into a 48 GiB GGUF format. Their method preserves critical components while aggressively quantizing routed experts and uses on-policy distillation to recover lost capability. The open-source tool InstinctRazor and a blog post detail their approach.