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BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number

Listen to informative discussion and analysis of current US legislation making the news, by Sarah Biffle and the folk at BillTrack50.

A deeper dive into the history, motivation, and future implications of the US bills your representatives are introducing. billtrack50.substack.com

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17:27

A Patchwork Nation: Abortion Laws and Access...

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2024/11/13

Sarah and Stephen discuss the shifts in the legal landscape since the Supreme Court ruling that returned control of abortion legislation to the states, and look at the issues and challenges that have been raised. Read the full blog post here. 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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12:10

A Patchwork Nation: Abortion Laws and Access...

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/11/11

Sarah and Stephen discuss the shifts in the legal landscape since the Supreme Court ruling that returned control of abortion legislation to the states, and look at the issues and challenges that have been raised. Read the full blog post here. 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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19:18

Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act

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2024/11/04

Sarah and Stephen discuss the "Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act" (H.R. 7909), introduced by Rep. Nancy Mace. Do we need additional this legislation, or is it just political posturing ahead of the election? Read the full blog post here. 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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9:41

John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

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2024/10/21

Sarah and Stephen take a closer look at the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act—examining who John Lewis was, why this bill was introduced, and the potential impact it could have on our electoral system. Whether you're familiar with voting rights issues or just starting to explore them, this legislation could play a crucial role in protecting access to the ballot and ensuring fair elections across the country.Read the full blog post here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss

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16:23

Praying for a Solution

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/10/14

Sarah and Stephen discuss Tennessee joint resolution 803 which designated July 2024 as a month of prayer and fasting to seek divine intervention in solving deep rooted social problems. Is it constitutional? Could it work?Read the full blog post here. 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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14:21

Name of the Game: Updating Your Birth Certificate

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/10/07

Sarah and Stephen discuss birth certificates and what you need to do if you want to change your name, gender marker or other details. 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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12:58

Felons in High Places

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/09/23

Sarah and Stephen discuss the DISGRACED Act, which seeks to remove Secret Service protection from imprisoned felons. Given recent attempts on the life of former President Trump, what would be the effect of such a law and what are its chances of passing?Read the full blog post here. 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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19:57

Shushed No More

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2024/09/16

Sarah and Stephen discuss the rapid increase in state legislation aimed at removing certain books from school and public libraries. Is it justifiable action to protect children from obscene publications, or just censorship aimed at marginalized communities? Read the full blog post here. Let us know in comments what bills or topics you’d like us to discuss next! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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8:28

How do you protect kids who are making money online?

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/09/09

Sarah dives into the world of youngsters who have monetised their popularity online through such things as collaborating with brands and creating sponsored content - kidfluencers. She explores legislation which seeks to keep them safe and make sure they aren’t exploited.Read the full blog post here. 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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24:43

Title IX and Gender Identity

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/09/03

Sarah and Stephen discuss H.J.Res 165, a joint resolution seeking to disapprove of and disapply a rule for schools which redefined the term “sex-based discrimination” to include sexual harassment, parental status, or gender identity. We look at the history of Title IX regulations and this particular battle in the culture wars.Read the full blog post here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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19:02

Congress is Acting to Protect Kids Online - But Will...

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/08/26

Sarah and Stephen discuss the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (KOPPA 2.0). Taken together, the bills offer sweeping solutions to bullying, predatory behavior, inappropriate content and privacy concerns on the internet and in social media. We look at what the bills want to do and whether it will actually help. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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24:15

Project 2025: Can The Federal Communications...

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2024/08/19

In the latest of our continuing series looking at Project 2025, the conservative playbook for a second Trump presidency, Sarah and Stephen look at plans to reform FCC regulations governing how social media platforms operate. 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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14:26

Does American Voter Eligibility Need to be Safeguarded?

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2024/08/05

Sarah and Stephen discuss the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require all citizens to prove their nationality to be able to register to vote in federal elections. It is a vital safeguard to ensure the integrity of American democracy, or an attack on voting rights?Read the full Substack post here. 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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17:04

Should Non-citizens Be Able to Vote in Local Elections?

BillTrack50: Beyond the Bill Number ·

2024/07/29

Sarah and Stephen discuss HR 192, a federal bill that prohibits non-citizens from voting in local elections in D.C. Is it needed to protect the integrity of American elections or is it a solution to a problem that doesn’t exist?Read the full blog post here. 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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17:01

Project 2025: Passing a Federal Parental Bill of Rights

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2024/07/22

In the second of our continuing series looking at Project 2025, the conservative playbook for a second Trump presidency, Sarah and Stephen look at the proposal to give parents the right to influence decision making about their children’s education. 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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24:30

Project 2025: The Expansion of Education Savings...

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2024/07/15

In the first of a new series, Sarah and Stephen discuss Project 2025, the conservative playbook for a second Trump presidential term, and examine one education policy in more detail: the proposal to expand the provision of Education Savings Accounts which give parents choice over how at least some of the public money allocated to their children’s education. Read the blog post here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,

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6:50

Energizing Our Communities Act

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2024/07/08

Sarah discusses a bill which aims to bridge the gap between our growing energy needs and the reality of our current infrastructure. Read the full blog post here. 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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16:14

Is Squatting on the Rise?

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2024/06/24

Sarah and Stephen discuss ‘squatters rights’, recent high profile media coverage of squatting issues and the legislation being introduced around the U.S. Read the blog post here. 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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16:53

Congress versus the Robot Apocalypse

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2024/06/17

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

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8:45

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of a Peaceful End

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2024/06/10

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. 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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