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CURTIS PRESSES EXPERTS ON ALGORITHMS, CALLS FOR TECH INDUSTRY ACCOUNTABILITY

During a Commerce Committee hearing, Senator Curtis raised concerns about the addictive nature of social media algorithms and their harmful effects not only on children, but on teens and adults alike. Drawing on expert testimony and personal reflection, Curtis warned that today’s digital environment is fundamentally different from traditional forms of media, far more dangerous, and currently has no legal accountability for potential harms.

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CURTIS, BLUNT ROCHESTER INTRODUCE BILL TO SPUR HOUSING CONSTRUCTION NEAR TRANSPORTATION HUBS

Senators Curtis and Blunt Rochester, members of the committees on Environment and Public Works and Commerce, introduced the Build Housing, Unlock Benefits and Services Act. The bill cuts red tape to unlock transit-oriented development projects that boost local economies and housing supply. Companion legislation was introduced in the House by Representatives Lawler and Friedman.The Build HUBS Act makes several changes aimed at improving the usability of important infrastructure loan programs. These programs allow the Department of Housing and Urban Development and Department of Transportation to collaborate and prioritize projects that promote transit-oriented development.

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Freshman wishlist: Sen. John Curtis plans on “being myself”

Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah) is new to the Senate — but is already seen as a decisive swing vote for Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) to keep an eye on. Why it matters: Curtis does not think he fits neatly into the Utah senator categories of Mitt Romney or Mike Lee. He plans to do his thing and acknowledges his vote isn’t one to be taken for granted.

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Hangout At The Hive

Hangout at the Hive Senator John Curtis invites you to an informal, in-person opportunity to connect, ask questions, and share your perspective. Hangout at the Hive takes place every Wednesday from 9:00 to 10:00 AM ET in Room SH-502 of the Hart Senate Office Building. This weekly gathering offers a

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Highs and Lows: Greetings from the South Pole

Okay, my high this week. I am coming from… see if you can guess it… I’m staying on two miles of ice. It’s about 30 degrees below zero. That’s right. I am at the South Pole. I am here with a group of senators checking out the U.S. investment here.

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Highs and Lows: My Favorite Way to Start the Day

Well, if you know me very well, you know one of my highs in Washington, D.C., is to get out and run along the mall. And I’m doing ten miles this morning. I’m greeted by the sunrise behind the U.S. Capitol. Up there you can see the Washington Monument. And

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Highs and Lows: Pumping Iron

This week, sadly two lives were stolen, families were shattered, and a community was shaken in a shooting at a church in Salt Lake. Utah is a place where we believe in personal and collective responsibility. We look out for our neighbors, we reject senseless violence, and we refuse to

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