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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.
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.
CURTIS JOINS DAVE RAMSEY TO DISCUSS TIMESHARE TRANSPARENCY ACT
Senator Curtis joined personal finance expert Dave Ramsey, host of The Ramsey Show, to discuss the need to rein in deceptive timeshare sales practices and protect consumers through the Timeshare Transparency Act, legislation recently introduced by Senator Curtis.
Highs and Lows: Blossoms and Town Halls
Hello Utah! Okay, I’m going to give you three highs this week—zero lows. It’s been a good week. First of all, the high: It is peak time for the cherry blossoms here in Washington, D.C. The temperature is perfect. The second high: My team and I were rated the fifth most effective legislator in the
Highs and Lows: A Week in Southern Utah
Hello, Utah! This has been an incredible week. My high—after being in Washington, D.C. for ten straight weeks, I finally was able to spend time in Utah. My team and I headed to the southwest part of the state—visiting with constituents from Beaver, Iron, Washington, Kane, and Garfield counties. We did
Highs and Lows: Hosting Utah Cities in Washington
Hello, Utah! I’m coming to you from the U.S. Capitol, and it’s been an awesome week. My high this week was hosting cities from across the Beehive State while they were in D.C. I met with so many mayors and city council members in my office—I love them all! The real