REINS

Western States Set to Tighten Reins on AI Development After Regulatory Proposal Withdrawn

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Salt Lake City, Utah — Following the removal of a proposal to impose a moratorium on state regulations for artificial intelligence from the budget reconciliation package, Utah, Colorado, and Texas are gearing up to establish new controls on AI developers and deployers. This shift comes after a significant vote of 99-1 on July 1. The prior proposal sought to stall any state-level regulations that would govern the burgeoning AI industry, but its removal reflects a growing consensus among state lawmakers about the necessity for oversight in a field that continues to evolve rapidly. Lawmakers across … Read more

From Showing to Judging: Local Livestock Expert Takes the Reins at Annual County Fair

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Des Moines, Iowa – From showing livestock as a passionate exhibitor to evaluating them as a discerning judge, Ellen Mitchel’s journey through the agricultural circuit has come full circle. Mitchel, a resident of Iowa, has evolved from a competitor in 4-H and FFA shows during her youth to a respected livestock judge at some of the same fairs where she once showcased her own animals. This progression is rare in an industry where many continue as lifelong exhibitors but seldom cross into the realm of judging. Ellen Mitchel’s experience has offered her an unusual dual … Read more

New REINS Act Aims to Reinstate Congressional Authority Over Major Regulations, Enhancing Oversight and Accountability

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Washington, D.C. – In the evolving landscape of U.S. governance, the traditional role of Congress in regulatory oversight has diminished as a plethora of federal agencies has taken the helm in lawmaking. Concerns over this shift have sparked legislative actions, prominently the reintroduction of the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act by Senator Rand Paul and Representative Kat Cammack. This legislative move aims to restore Congressional authority over major regulatory decisions that have significant economic impacts, thus reasserting the foundational principles of democratic accountability and oversight. Under the structure of the … Read more