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Report urges lawmakers to fix "broken" textbook system

The Salem News 15 Feb 2026
BOSTON — Massachusetts college students are still struggling with the cost of textbooks and other course materials, according to a new report that calls on Beacon Hill leaders to provide more financial support ... .
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State House Dome: Stefany Shaheen targeted by Dean Kamen deepfake

Union Leader 14 Feb 2026
Stefany Shaheen of Portsmouth became the latest victim of a deepfake attack when the New Hampshire News X account posted an AI image that had her taking money from Dean Kamen while on the island of late sex offender Jeffrey ....
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Video bill passes state House

Rapid City Journal 14 Feb 2026
PIERRE — After a debate colored by views on abortion, the Republican-dominated state House of Representatives voted 52-10 to advance a bill requiring South Dakota public schools to teach students about prenatal human growth and development ....
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Mining explosives would be more tightly regulated by bill headed to state House

The Daily Republic 14 Feb 2026
The House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee approved a bill from Rep ... State officials said the state does not directly regulate blasting under its mine permits and warned the bill would ...
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State law prompts mini-boom of 'granny flats'

Gloucester Daily Times 14 Feb 2026
BOSTON — The Healey administration is touting new data showing that homeowners are taking advantage of a new state law making it easier to build accessory dwelling units on their properties ... .
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Beacon Hill targets AI in political advertising

Gloucester Daily Times 14 Feb 2026
BOSTON — Doctored photos and video footage coupled with ads twisting candidates’ words have been used for decades in political campaigns, but the rise of artificial intelligence has elevated such deceptive tactics to a new level ... .
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Immigration enforcement bill sponsored by Prescott passes House

The Courier Times 14 Feb 2026
STATEHOUSE – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation, sponsored by State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City), strengthening coordination among federal, state and local officials in enforcing immigration laws ....
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Rhode Island State House rug that cost $70K gets state seal wrong

The Hill 13 Feb 2026
The 1,125-square-foot rug was installed earlier this month but will need to be repaired ....
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Nebraskans share concerns about proposed consolidation of state housing funds

Fremont Tribune 13 Feb 2026
A public hearing on the Nebraska Department of Economic Development’s biennial budget drew concerns about a proposed consolidation of housing funds ... .
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Public shares concerns about consolidation of state housing funds

The Columbus Telegram 13 Feb 2026
LINCOLN — A public hearing on the Nebraska Department of Economic Development's biennial budget drew concerns about a proposed consolidation of housing funds ... .
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Lawmakers urged to 'opt out' of federal mandates

Newburyport Daily News 13 Feb 2026
BOSTON — Unions, advocates for low-income workers ...
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House sets limits on AI for political ads

Newburyport Daily News 13 Feb 2026
BOSTON — The state House of Representatives has approved a pair of bills setting new restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence in political campaigning ... .
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