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Reminder! #JackSmith, #PublicTestimony
macfarlanenews.bsky.social Scott MacFarlane @macfarlanenews.bsky.social · Jan 19
Jack Smith testifies publicly on Thursday at 10am at House Judiciary Committee

Smith has been pushing to give OPEN and PUBLIC testimony about his probe of Trump's effort to overturn the 2020 election results
January 20, 2026 at 2:30 AM
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Who let #Elwood, err, #GeorgeSantos, eh, #HAGeMAN spew, um, participate during #JackSmith's #PublicTestimony today?

And why is that poor man's #KevinJames clone even bothering?

So much #Regarbagecan, err, republican winning.

#ReclaimingMyTime 🤣
January 22, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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To submit written testimony email the board here: BORMTG-PublicTestimony@tamus.edu

Instructions here:
www.tamus.edu/regents/publ...
Policy on Public Testimony - Office of The Board of Regents
Policy on Public Testimony Policy 02.01 Public Testimony on Agenda Items at Regular Meetings of the Board of Regents A member of the public is allowed to present written and oral testimony, for a reas...
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November 8, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Well THIS could be interesting….IF the GOP lets him get a word in edgewise! #JackSmith #PublicTestimony

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Jack Smith asks Congress and the Justice Department to allow him to testify publicly | CNN Politics
Former special counsel Jack Smith is requesting that Congress and the Justice Department allow him to testify publicly, according to a new letter he sent Thursday to the leaders of the House and Senat...
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October 24, 2025 at 3:07 AM
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A grieving mother reveals heartbreaking missed opportunities that led to her daughter's tragic death, demanding accountability from those in power.

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Mother tells DOJ how system failures preceded daughter’s killing, urges accountability
At a Department of Justice summit, Jessica recounted the murder of her daughter Sheridan and said missed opportunities — releases, lack of notifications from sanctuary jurisdictions, and court failures — contributed to the death; she urged officials to hold policymakers and judges accountable.
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September 25, 2026 at 6:46 AM
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The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has taken a stand against a controversial amendment that could jeopardize local governance and environmental protections.

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Santa Barbara County Board urges Congress to remove Hunt Amendment from NDAA
After hours of public testimony, the Board of Supervisors voted 3–1 (Supervisor Hartman recused) to adopt a letter opposing the Hunt amendment to the fiscal‑year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, saying it could allow eminent domain seizures of California lands and sidestep state permitting.
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September 25, 2026 at 6:55 AM
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👇🇺🇸"Jack Smith tells Congress he wants to testify publicly" #JackSmith #PublicTestimony #JimJordan
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October 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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The committee's deep dive into educational technology and screen time has sparked heated debates on age-appropriate use, data privacy, and the role of AI in classrooms.

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Committee holds off advancing ed‑tech and screen‑time resolution, debates scope and independent review
Members agreed to keep a draft resolution on evidence‑based educational technology and screen time at the committee level to integrate public input; they urged principles-based guidance (not vendor-specific rules), discussed separating AI issues, and considered an independent expert review and contract audit.
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September 25, 2026 at 11:39 AM
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Elko County Commissioners have turned down a controversial plan to relocate 500 sterilized wild horses, igniting fierce debate over land management and taxpayer costs.

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Elko County commission declines to reaffirm endorsement of Wild Horse Fire Brigade pilot
After hours of testimony from ranchers, conservation‑minded residents, and the project's director, the Elko County Commission voted down a motion to reaffirm county endorsement of a pilot to move roughly 500 sterilized wild horses to a Pacific Northwest national forest. Commissioners instead agreed to pursue a separate county letter urging federal action on appropriate management levels (AML).
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September 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Alaska's Senate is taking a bold stand to preserve Denali's name, honoring its deep cultural roots and the legacy of its first summiter, Walter Harper.

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#AK #AlaskaCulture #IdentityPreservation #CitizenPortal #CulturalHeritage #PublicTestimony
Alaska Senate committee supports resolution to maintain Denali as the official mountain name
Senate Joint Resolution 7 seeks to preserve Denali’s name amid federal naming processes.
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February 1, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Bastrop ISD's board has officially certified its compliance with Texas education laws, but what does it mean for DEI programs and funding?

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#TX #CitizenPortal #TexasEducation #PublicTestimony #EducationCompliance #CivicAccountability
Bastrop ISD board certifies compliance with Texas Education Code on DEI and controversial issues
The board approved the district's certification under Texas Education Code §§39.008, 11.005 and 28.0022, with administration reporting no staff or programs were attributed to DEI activities and noting a Sept. 30 submission deadline to TEA.
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September 22, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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#PublicTestimony Maureen Welch from Navigating Disability Colorado is speaking again. Rep. Brown reduces time from usual 3 minutes to 2. "democracy"

Mr. Harold Wright, court appt guardian of his daughter, (who is with him in person, and presents with Down's). This is a permanent condition
January 22, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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The California State Senate's Appropriations Committee just moved 32 bills to suspense, raising eyebrows over key fiscal implications and public health concerns!

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#CA #PublicTestimony #LegislativeProcess #CitizenPortal
California Senate committee moves 32 bills to suspense file
Senators waive presentations and focus on fiscal testimony during brief hearing.
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April 29, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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Oregon Peeps, join me in supporting Food for ALL Oregonians. At FoodForAllOR.org/PublicTestimony you can see a testimony template, talking points and more info and submit your testimony right now. 🌟 #FoodJustice #FoodForAllOR #ORpol #ORleg #FFAO app.sosha.ai/s/Urgrw7tU
Submit public testimony to help pass Food For All Oregonians!
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March 21, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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Exciting progress in Spokane as the Plan Commission moves forward with the Excelsior wellness development, addressing crucial infrastructure needs for the community's future!

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#SpokaneSpokaneCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #UtilityPlanning #SpokaneWellness #PublicTestimony
Indian Trail Council Approves Excelsior Wellness Development with Key Water Infrastructure Amendments
Council endorses Excelsior Wellness Development agreement with proposed water transmission main location amendment.
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August 14, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Mona Ia passionately declared, "I would take a bullet for him," urging the board to appoint Ronald Jenko as superintendent at the Tangipahoa town hall.

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#LA #CommunityInvolvement #CitizenPortal #LouisianaEducation #SuperintendentSelection #PublicTestimony
Union representative Mona Ia urges board to 'Vote Ron' at Tangipahoa town hall
Mona Ia, speaking during public comment, praised Ronald Jenko's long service and urged the board to select him as superintendent, citing decades in education and a personal relationship with the candidate.
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August 22, 2026 at 10:36 AM
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The Ventura County Board of Supervisors just made a groundbreaking decision to modernize retirement governance by removing outdated disability hearing procedures!

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#VenturaCounty #CA #PublicTestimony #GovernanceReform #DisabilityRetirement #CitizenPortal
Board approves change to VICERA bylaws removing 1999 disability hearing procedures
After extensive public testimony from retirement board members, labor representatives and county staff, the supervisors approved amended VICERA bylaws to detach the 1999 Disability Hearing Procedures so the retirement board can update procedures without needing Board of Supervisors approval.
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December 26, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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After a marathon debate, the Austin ISD Board approved the 2026–27 budget, making a crucial move to temporarily restore full-time librarians at every campus.

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Austin ISD board approves 2026–27 budget after marathon debate; temporarily restores full-time librarians to campuses
After hours of public testimony and trustee debate, the Austin ISD Board approved the 2026–27 budget on June 18, 2026, and passed an amendment to temporarily fund one full-time librarian at each campus using fund balance while administration seeks offsets to restore the balance.
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June 20, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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Wyoming's committee meeting brought pivotal decisions, including the approval of a key amendment to preserve nuclear provisions and the advancement of significant energy taxation drafts.

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#WY #EnergyPolicy #CitizenPortal #TaxationReform #PublicTestimony
Votes and actions at a glance: committee roll calls, amendments and tablings
Key committee outcomes: amendment to preserve nuclear domestic‑sourcing language approved; 27LSO112 advanced (12–2); data‑center draft amended by size placeholder and tabled for staff redraft; residential valuation drafts received extensive testimony and were tabled for further work; sales‑tax replacement failed (6–7).
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September 8, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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Kittitas County is on the brink of a transformative decision, with strong community backing for the Easton Subarea Plan ahead of the final adoption set for June 16.

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Kittitas County advances 2026–2046 comprehensive plan after public support for Easton subarea; final adoption set for June 16
At a June 2, 2026 public hearing, Kittitas County commissioners advanced the 2026–2046 comprehensive plan—including the Easton subarea plan—with staff recommendations and added policies; the board scheduled a June 16 closed‑record hearing for final adoption.
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June 11, 2026 at 6:26 AM
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Residents are raising alarm bells over environmental risks and emergency access concerns as the Planning & Zoning Commission weighs a controversial 18-unit coastal development on Davis Avenue.

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Neighbors press commission on trees, blasting and emergency access as P&Z closes Davis Avenue public hearing
The commission closed the public hearing on an 18‑unit Davis Avenue coastal project after extended testimony raising environmental and safety concerns — tree loss, staged modular deliveries, blasting and whether fire apparatus can access Home Place. Staff will follow up with Fire Marshal, DPW and the applicant before the next meeting.
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May 17, 2026 at 6:28 AM
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Napa County's Board of Supervisors just approved a phased approach to new affordable housing fees, balancing the need for housing with the concerns of local builders.

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#NapaCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #PublicTestimony #CommunityDevelopment #AffordableHousing
Napa supervisors amend proposed housing impact fees after marathon public hearing; phase-in approved
After more than five hours of public testimony, the Napa County Board of Supervisors voted to amend proposed residential affordable‑housing impact fees and approve a three‑year phase‑in, while directing staff to return with implementation details and related options.
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October 25, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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The Ketchikan Indian Community's ambitious plan to transform Salmon Falls into a culturally grounded treatment center faces fierce local opposition and a crucial decision from the planning commission.

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#KetchikanGatewayBorough #AK #PublicTestimony #EnvironmentalStewardship
Ketchikan Indian Community seeks rezone for Salmon Falls; planning commission forwards denial recommendation for FD parcels after long hearing
Ketchikan Indian Community asked to rezone Salmon Falls parcels to general commercial to establish a culturally grounded residential treatment center and marina support; residents raised concerns about covenants, infrastructure and access; the commission amended its recommendation and forwarded denial for rezoning the FD parcels to the borough assembly.
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January 31, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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‘Shunned, Humiliated, Bullied’: Akron Mother’s Emotional Public Testimony Over City-Damaged Sewer Line Gets Attention: After two years of raw sewage, threats, and living with a dug-up sewer line, a Ninth Ward family has finally… #Akron #SewageCrisis #PublicTestimony #CommunitySupport #SocialJustice
‘Shunned, Humiliated, Bullied’: Akron Mother’s Emotional Public Testimony Over City-Damaged Sewer Line Gets Attention
After two years of raw sewage, threats, and living with a dug-up sewer line, a Ninth Ward family has finally received a… The post ‘Shunned, Humiliated, Bullied’: Akron Mother’s Emotional Public Testimony Over City-Damaged Sewer Line Gets Attention appeared first on Shine My Crown.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:08 PM
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Florida's controversial farm bill faces backlash as critics warn that a new provision could silence voices on food safety and environmental issues.

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Farm bill reported favorably after extensive public opposition to ‘disparagement’ clause
CS/HB 433, the state farm bill, was reported favorably by the subcommittee after hours of public testimony focused on Section 47, a disputed expansion of Florida's agricultural disparagement law that critics say would chill speech by exposing journalists, guides and small businesses to one-way attorney-fee liability. Sponsors pledged further work on the language before later stops.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:02 AM