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States Grapple with AI Regulation Amid Rapid Innovation: Jake Morabito on ALEC TV Breakdown Jan 13, 2025

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Jake Morabito, Senior Director of ALEC's Communications and Technology Task Force, breaks down how the states approached artificial intelligence, digital privacy, and more in 2024 and what to expect in 2025.

Special Guest: Jake Morabito.

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Universal Education Freedom and Tax Cuts in Iowa: John Wills at the ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver Oct 01, 2024

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At the 51st annual meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) in Denver, Iowa Speaker Pro Tempore John Wills took a few minutes to sit down with ALEC TV to share the latest about his state’s groundbreaking reforms in recent years. The conversation underscored Iowa’s ambitious efforts to give families more control over their children’s education and to simplify the tax code while spurring economic growth. #education #freedom #taxes

Special Guest: Rep. John Wills.

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Surviving the Superminority in Illinois: Rep. John Cabello at the ALEC Annual Meeting Sep 18, 2024

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Illinois State Representative John Cabello, a Republican serving as Assistant Minority Leader, spoke with Catherine Mortensen about the challenges of working in a superminority. Sometimes it's more about stopping the bad bills than passing the good ones.

Special Guest: John Cabello.

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Finding Strength in ALEC with New Hampshire Rep. Jeanine Notter on ALEC TV Sep 13, 2024

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During the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado, New Hampshire State Representative Jeanine Notter shared her experiences and insights as a dedicated public servant. With 14 years of service, Nodder has faced numerous challenges, yet remains committed to her role, largely due to the support and motivation she receives from the ALEC community.

Special Guest: Jeanine Notter .

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New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra Discusses Policy Challenges in the Garden State on ALEC TV Sep 05, 2024

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New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra stood out as a representative from a state not often associated with the ideals of limited government, free markets, and federalism. Facing the unique challenges of New Jersey’s political landscape, he maintains a commitment to pushing back against the policies he finds extreme.

Special Guest: Paul Kanitra.

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Education Freedom with Mesha Mainor at the ALEC 51st Annual Meeting Aug 21, 2024

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Georgia State Representative Mesha Mainor recently shared her insights at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) in Denver, Colorado. Marking her second year as an ALEC member, where she shared insights on critical issues affecting her community and discussed how the resources of ALEC are helping her address these challenges in Georgia. As a representative for the people of downtown Atlanta, she revels in the hope provided by the Georgia Promise Scholarship as she continues her commitment to advancing education freedom.

Special Guest: Mesha Mainor.

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Border Crisis, Education Freedom, and Property Tax Reform with Texas Rep. Caroline Harris Davila at the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting Aug 13, 2024

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At the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver, Texas Representative Caroline Harris Davila, the youngest Republican woman ever elected to the Texas State House, shared her insights on the more pressing issues facing the Lone Star State. From the ongoing border crisis to education reform and historic property tax cuts, Davila provided a window into the challenges facing one of the nation’s most politically significant states.

Special Guest: Caroline Harris Davila.

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States Face Fiscal Reckoning: Jonathan Williams & Lee Schalk on the Fiscal New Year Jul 17, 2024

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Jonathan Williams, ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist, and Lee Schalk, ALEC Vice President of Policy, recently examined the start of the new fiscal year. As 46 States Enter New Fiscal Year, most hope to avoid economic pitfalls lest they follow California's $170 Billion Budget swing into crippling debt.

Special Guest: Jonathan Williams.

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Lost Children of Ukraine: Featuring Gillian Huebner, Karla Jones & Brooklyn Roberts Jul 01, 2024

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Gillian Huebner, Executive Director of the Collaborative on Global Children's Issues at Georgetown University, spoke with Karla Jones & Brooklyn Roberts about the children who have been kidnapped and disappeared during Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Special Guest: Gillian Huebner.

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The Effect of Net Neutrality on America’s Technology Landscape: Jake Morabito on ALEC Breakdown Jun 28, 2024

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ALEC Communications & Technology Task Force Director Jake Morabito and Director of Policy Advancement and Media Relations Lars Dalseide discuss the reinstatement of net neutrality regulations by the Biden administration, which could harm the internet industry. Both suggest that limited government intervention in the internet and broadband industry is the solution, citing existing regulations addressing anti-competitive behavior and illegal activity.

Special Guest: Jake Morabito.

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