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BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number

A deeper dive into the history, motivation, and future implications of the US bills your representatives are introducing.

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Latest Episodes:

Congress versus the Robot Apocalypse Jun 17, 2024

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Would you trust an AI to make the split second decision to launch nuclear missiles? No? Well Congress doesn’t either. Sarah and Stephen discuss the "Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023", the classic 1983 film War Games, Annie Jacobsen’s book: Nuclear War: A Scenario and along the way touch on killer drones! read the full blog post here.

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Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of a Peaceful End Jun 10, 2024

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Sarah and Stephen discuss the controversial issue of ‘medical aid in dying’ - should doctors be allowed to prescribe life ending medication to patients who want it? What new laws are being introduced? Read the full post here.

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The Antisemitism Awareness Act Jun 03, 2024

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Sarah and Stephen discuss HR 6090, currently in Congress, which aims to tackle the growing issue of antisemitism. Read the full IssueVoter Bill of the Month post here.

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Human Composting May 27, 2024

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This week, Sarah takes a look at alternatives to burial or cremation when thinking about ‘death care’ - what to do with the corporeal part of yourself after you’ve gone. Yes, it’s composting!

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Fur and Loathing in Oklahoma May 20, 2024

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Sarah and Stephen discuss Oklahoma’s HB 3084, a bill which aims to ban ‘furries’ from Oklahoma schools. Yes, you read that right. Furries.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

The Thirty-two Hour Workweek Act May 13, 2024

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Sarah and Stephen discuss HR 1332 and S 3947, companion bills in Congress that seek to lower the workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours. Could it work? Is it a good idea?

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

Are AI Deepfakes Influencing the U.S.Election Campaign? May 06, 2024

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Sarah explores the use of AI-generated fake images, videos and audio to influence election campaigns. What are they? Can we curb their use, and should we? She looks at historical legislation and the bills that are currently active across the U.S.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

Life At Conception Act Apr 29, 2024

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A perennial Republican favorite, the Life At Conception Act has been introduced in Congress 13 times. This year it’s attracting attention because of the Alabama Supreme Court IVF decision. Sarah and Stephen discuss the Act and its potential effects were it to become law.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

The SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act Apr 22, 2024

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A deep dive into the 40-year-old Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program and new legislations which seeks to update it. What are the proposed changes? Sarah tells all.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

The Pro Birth Accountability Act Apr 15, 2024

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In our latest podcast episode, Sarah tackles thorny questions such as: when does life begin? And how should the law define what that means? Along the way she discusses the Alabama IVF decision and the Georgia Pro Birth Accountability Act.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

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