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Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev held a meeting on the development of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor.

“Following the results of the International Arctic Forum in March 2025, Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin instructed the Government to develop and approve a financial, economic and organizational model for the formation of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor. A key section of the transport corridor is the Northern Sea Route. We have talked many times about how the Northern Sea Route can and should become the most important transport artery from Europe to Asia. Much work has been done to develop the Northern Sea Route. The volume of transit traffic increased from 2.1 million to 3.2 million tons, and the total volume of traffic in 2024 increased to almost 38 million tons. At the same time, the range of our cargo and, in fact, the points from which we send them are quite localized. This is LNG from the Novatek company, oil and oil products from the companies Gazprom Neft, Lukoil and NK Rosneft, cargo from the Norilsk Nickel company. In fact, the Northern Sea Route is not used for transporting goods located on the continental part of our country. To lift cargo to the Northern Sea Route, it is necessary to build railways, dredging, and most importantly, to understand the economy, determine the cargo base: what we can transport and what benefits these transportation will provide to the economy of our country. This work began in a number of regions. For example, the project “Ural Industrial – Ural Polar” was calculated. But this was quite a long time ago. In order to return to these tasks, the calculations need to be updated. This work must be continued. Another necessity, why we must do this, is that the Eastern range will not provide transportation of the required amount of cargo. To determine further directions and volumes of work along the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor, today we will talk about the work that should be carried out by Russian Railways, Rosatom, the Federal Agency for Water Resources and the constituent entities of the Russian Federation located in the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor zone. and let’s try to figure out what we must do to fulfill the order of the President of the Russian Federation. The work is very big, but it will help us “sew together” the entire territory of Russia, create new conditions for its economic development,” Yuri Trutnev opened the meeting.

Following the International Arctic Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the updating of the Fundamentals and Strategy for the Development of the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation. The draft decree is currently being revised based on proposals from the Presidential Executive Office.

"The Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor and its key component, the Northern Sea Route, are a natural transport artery for the transportation of Arctic raw materials and manufactured goods. The formation and development of the transport corridor is interlinked with the achievement of national interests in the Arctic and includes the development of mineral resource centers, technological and industrial advancement, national security, and ensuring a high quality of life and well-being for the population," noted Alexey Chekunkov, Minister for the Development of the Russian Far East and Arctic.

The resource supply of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor's cargo base was discussed. Minerals and their derivatives are the foundation for the development of the Northern Sea Route and the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor. Over the past 10 years (2014–2024), cargo traffic along the NSR increased from 4 million to almost 38 million tons. This year, it has already exceeded 35 million tons. Hydrocarbons, including LNG and gas condensate, oil, and petroleum products, account for 86% of the cargo transported. The combined share of iron ore concentrate, coal, and other bulk cargo does not exceed 3%. General and containerized cargo accounts for another 11%.

It was proposed to intensify geological exploration efforts, given the timeframe for field preparation. Also discussed was the creation of conditions for the development of deep processing, so that cargo transported along the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor would have greater added value.

It was proposed to include measures for the development of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor as a separate section within the unified plan for the implementation of the Strategy for the Development of the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation, taking as a basis the updated measures implemented within the framework of the Northern Sea Route plan.

The agenda included issues related to the development of shipping and railways to support freight transportation along the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor. According to Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin, the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor will be supported, among other things, through Russian seaports located west and east of the Northern Sea Route. The main ports of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor outside the Northern Sea Route are the Big Port of St. Petersburg, Ust-Luga, Kaliningrad, Murmansk, Arkhangelsk, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Nakhodka, Vostochny, and Vladivostok. As part of the federal project "Development of the Backbone Network of Seaports" within the national project "Efficient Transport System," measures are planned to increase capacity by 2030: by 19.4 million tons at the seaport of Murmansk and by 17.8 million tons at the seaport of Vladivostok by 2030.

Rosatom, with the participation of federal executive bodies, including the Russian Ministry of Transport, is working within an interdepartmental working group to develop the range and volumes of cargo that could form the cargo base of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor. Only after the cargo base is established and the corresponding cargo flows are identified will the Russian Ministry of Transport be able to prepare proposals, if necessary, for adjusting the federal project "Development of the Seaport Core Network" to create the necessary capacity at seaports.

A key element in the development of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor is the availability of a fleet capable of navigating Arctic waters. The demand for the number and types of vessels will depend on the projected cargo traffic along the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor. To ensure reliable cargo transportation along the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor, it is crucial to establish long-term vessel charter contracts tailored to specific cargo flows. Long-term time charter contracts will allow shipowners not only to attract vessels from the market over the long term but also to plan for vessel construction, including at Russian shipyards. Defining the cargo base for the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor will also enable the development of long-term plans for the infrastructure leading to the seaports of the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor, including roads and railways.

"Each ministry and agency must address issues within their area of competence. These competencies are divided by decisions of the President of the Russian Federation and the Russian Government. I also ask all governors present to prepare proposals for the development of the subarctic zone. A separate issue concerns attracting investors. A significant amount of work falls to the Ministry of Natural Resources: they need to review subsoil development and geological exploration. The Ministry of Industry and Trade must consider the depth of mineral processing. There is no way to continue focusing solely on raw materials development. The Ministry of Transport is the organization that provides logistics for the entire country. I believe the next point of our discussion will be the strategic session that the Prime Minister will hold in June. This is the event at which we have the full right and responsibility to present proposals for the development of the Transarctic Transport Corridor. The Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, the Ministry of Economic Development, and representatives of the scientific community must participate in this work. We need to calculate what we can transport, which goods will benefit the country's economy, and calculate the return on investment. "The work of developing the Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor is extensive, it is significant for our country, and it requires us to go beyond the existing framework and look to the future, and we must accomplish it," Yuri Trutnev concluded the meeting.

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The Moscow State Technological University "Stankin" held a celebration of the university's 95th anniversary. It brought together over 700 graduates from across the years.

Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko sent a congratulatory message to MSTU Stankin.

He noted that, at the direction of Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, a leading center of excellence for the machine tool industry is being established at Stankin University.

Today, the university is a leading training ground for promising engineering talent, preparing specialists for cutting-edge fields, from mechanical engineering and robotics to the creation of complex automated systems.

"Your talented graduates are helping our country achieve technological leadership—a national goal set by President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin. Here, students receive a truly high-quality and in-demand education, and this is primarily due to the dedicated, experienced teachers and mentors who make a significant contribution to strengthening Russia's intellectual potential every day," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

Thanks to the national project "Youth and Children," the university will receive a new, modern campus by 2030. In partnership with the Moscow government, a world-class, high-tech campus will be built, attracting over 11,000 students.

"As a Stankin graduate, I always remember my student years here with fondness. I wish the university prosperity, success, engaged students, bright, promising developments, and continued progress!" concluded Dmitry Chernyshenko.

During the event, the university presented its key achievements over 95 years, unveiled new projects, and held a concert prepared by student groups from across the years.

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In Nizhny Novgorod, tunnel boring work has been completed between the future Sennaya and Ploshchad Svobody stations.

Tunnel boring work between the future Sennaya and Ploshchad Svobody stations in Nizhny Novgorod has been completed – 1,500 meters were excavated in less than seven months under challenging hydrogeological conditions. A ceremony was held to mark the entry into the demolition chamber of the Vladimir mechanized complex.

"With increasing car ownership and traffic volume, it's crucial, especially in large cities, to develop public transportation. The most optimal and efficient system for large cities is the metro, which reduces congestion, saves travel time, and improves the city's ecology. Today, the metro continues to develop in the regions, including with the help of infrastructure loans. For example, in Nizhny Novgorod, a long-awaited event took place: the excavation of a second tunnel from Sennaya station to Ploshchad Svobody station on the Avtozavodskaya Line extension. This work will provide Nizhny Novgorod residents and visitors with additional comfort and safety while traveling around the city, connecting districts and major transportation hubs. Passenger traffic to the upper part of the city, specifically at these two stations, is expected to increase to 12.5 million people per year," noted Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

Nizhny Novgorod Region Governor Gleb Nikitin thanked the metro construction workers for their work. "Thank you for understanding the need to expedite the construction schedule for new metro stations in the historic part of the city. Nizhny Novgorod residents are eagerly awaiting these stations. I saw both the first tunnel and the kilometer of the second tunnel—very impressive, high-quality work! My only wish is for you to keep up the momentum and get on with the main work of constructing the station complexes," said Gleb Nikitin.

According to Vasily Kupyzin, CEO of the Territorial Development Fund, which is participating in the implementation of projects funded by infrastructure loans, the project, which involves the IBC, involves extending the Avtozavodskaya Line by approximately 3 km.

"Construction of new metro stations is underway in the Nagornaya and Zarechnaya districts of the city. Two new stations will be built – Ploshchad Svobody and Sennaya on the Avtozavodskaya Line – and the design and construction site clearance for the future Sormovskaya station in the Zarechnaya district has been completed as part of the Sormovsko-Meshcherskaya Line extension," commented Vasily Kupyzin.

Yevgeny Smirnov, Deputy General Director for Construction at Mosproekt-3, announced that excavation of the first tunnel from the assembly chamber behind the dead ends of Gorkovskaya station is planned to begin in March 2026.

The excavation of the first connecting tunnel on the Avtozavodskaya Line extension in Nizhny Novgorod was completed in February 2025.

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Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova and Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova opened cultural facilities in the regions via videoconference. The event included the ceremonial openings of the "Book Galaxy" children's library in Omsk, the Gorky Central City Library in Makeyevka, the Children's Art School in Anapa, and creative industries schools in the workers' settlement of Koltsovo in the Novosibirsk Region and in Stroitel in the Belgorod Region.

"Cultural development is one of the state's key priorities, as it helps us pass on our traditional spiritual and moral values, our love for our country, our people, and our families, from generation to generation. It's important for us to ensure that all residents of the country, whether they live in a small village or a large city, have the opportunity to attend cultural events, engage in creative pursuits, develop their talents, and spend leisure time with their families," emphasized Tatyana Golikova.

She added that the national project "Culture" was completed last year, under which more than 3,000 cultural facilities were created, reconstructed, and overhauled, more than 7,000 organizations were equipped with modern equipment, and approximately 10,000 creative initiatives and projects across the country were supported.

"This year, the federal project 'Family Values and Cultural Infrastructure' was launched as part of the national 'Family' project. It continues the infrastructure projects already underway and highly sought after by our citizens—renovating community centers, theaters, children's art schools, and museums, creating model libraries and cinemas, and equipping cultural institutions with new equipment. There are also new areas of focus—construction of children's art schools, renovation and equipping of philharmonic halls, and the creation of children's cultural and educational centers. By 2030, we plan to modernize and equip over 10,000 cultural organizations and support over 1,000 creative projects and programs," said Tatyana Golikova.

Two model libraries have opened their doors – in the Donetsk People's Republic and the Omsk Region. As part of the recently completed national project "Culture," more than 1,200 model libraries have already been opened across the country, and nearly 1,300 more will open by 2030. Thanks to this project, libraries have ceased to be mere book repositories and have been transformed into new, modern spaces where people can not only read but also socialize, participate in events, and gain new knowledge.

In the Krasnodar region, a renovated children's art school has opened its doors after renovations, and in the workers' settlement of Koltsovo in the Novosibirsk region and in the town of Stroitel in the Belgorod region, new creative industries schools have opened.

Creative Industries Schools began to be established in 2022. These unique educational spaces with high-tech studios offer young talent the opportunity to acquire creative skills, such as composing music, developing design projects, filmmaking, and working with virtual and augmented reality. 118 such schools have already been established in the country, and they have become hubs for talented teenagers. At least 250 more will be created by 2030.

"This is a significant event for the entire sector, not only summing up the results of work in various areas but also laying the foundation for future achievements. Together, we are creating modern conditions for the spiritual and moral development of people and the support of traditional values," noted Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova.

According to her, modernization is transforming art schools into true talent development centers. New creative industries schools are boosting citizens' creative potential and providing the younger generation with opportunities and conditions for professional development from a young age.

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Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov and Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko congratulated the Tourism.RF corporation on its fifth anniversary.

"Tourism.RF Corporation is a key infrastructure partner for the regions in the development of hotel rooms and tourism infrastructure. It sets standards, establishes a high level of quality, and simultaneously sets requirements for tourism infrastructure to meet the needs of both travelers in our country and visitors to Russia," noted Maxim Reshetnikov.

In partnership with regions and private investors, Tourism.RF creates tourist attractions, develops resort development projects, invests in their infrastructure through public-private partnerships, and develops master plans for tourist areas.

"The corporation has been helping develop domestic tourism for five years now. You're implementing 38 projects with 33,900 rooms in 31 regions of the country. This makes a significant contribution to achieving the targets of the national 'Tourism and Hospitality' project," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

He added that two projects with more than 1,300 rooms have already been commissioned, and 36 projects with 32,600 rooms are at various stages of implementation.

"Thanks to your work, more than 1,100 rooms were added to our country in 2025. This fall, the second phase of the all-season resort Zavidovo opened in the Tver Region. Such exciting projects are destined to become magnets for tourists from across Russia and abroad. I wish the Tourism.RF corporation ambitious ideas and success in its work for the benefit of our regions," said Dmitry Chernyshenko.

As part of the national project "Tourism and Hospitality," with the support of Tourism.RF and VEB.RF, three modern hotels with 1,130 rooms and one of the largest water parks in Europe were built in Zavidovo.

Since 2023, Cosmos Hotel Group has opened a hotel in Omsk with the support of Tourism.RF. Four more hotels are currently under construction in Pskov, Tobolsk, Yakutsk, and Magadan.

Together with partners and with the support of the Russian government and the regions, the Tourism.RF corporation will continue to build tourism infrastructure.

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Resolution of December 12, 2025 No. 2015

Starting in 2026, colleges training personnel for agricultural enterprises will be able to participate in the Agroprofi grant program and receive funding for their own development projects. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed a decree approving the rules for providing and distributing subsidies for these purposes.

Grants will cover up to 90% of the development project's cost. The remaining 10% can be provided by the employers for whom each agricultural college trains personnel. The selection competition for development projects will be conducted by the Russian Ministry of Agriculture.

These projects should include, among other things, the reconstruction or major renovation of educational infrastructure, the acquisition of equipment, textbooks and teaching aids, and the procurement of educational software. The project implementation period should not exceed three years.

To participate in the grant program, colleges must train specialists in the following specialty groups: "Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries," "Veterinary Science," "Industrial Ecology and Biotechnology," and a number of others.

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From Mikhail Mishustin's opening remarks at the Government meeting, December 18, 2025

“We hope that such measures will improve the quality of education in agricultural colleges in the short term, so that young people who are ready to work in rural areas are familiar with the most modern technologies in the agricultural sector,” Mikhail Mishustin noted, commenting on the decision taken atGovernment meeting on December 18.

The work is being carried out within the framework of the federal project "Personnel in the Agro-Industrial Complex" of the national project "Technological Support for Food Security."

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Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin took part in the "Yolka Zhelaniy" (Wish Tree) charity New Year's event. He removed three balls containing children's dreams from the tree at Government House.

The youngest of those whose wishes the Prime Minister will grant is 10 years old. Sasha Ivanov lives in the Krasnodar Krai and is interested in physics, astronomy, and engineering. He creates his own models and dreams of patenting his own design. He wants to become a design engineer, so he asked for a construction set as a gift.

Misha Kaimakov is 11 years old. Like Sasha, he's from the Krasnodar region. He loves construction sets and technology. He's in his second year of studying robotics and recently discovered a new field: 3D modeling. Misha dreams of owning his own 3D printer so he can model and create various items.

Margarita Dyachenko, 14, lives in the Luhansk People's Republic. She has won medals at regional track and field and oriental dance competitions, and enjoys drawing and crafts: sewing, knitting, and embroidery. Recently, Margarita began trying her hand at clothing design. Her dream is to own a heat press—a device designed for transferring graphic elements, text, and decorative details to various surfaces.

"Guys, we'll definitely invite you all to Moscow. We'll agree on a convenient time," said Mikhail Mishustin. "In the meantime, I'd like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a Happy New Year. See you there!"

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From February 10 to 13, 2026, the first International Congress of Public Administration will be held at the Presidential Academy in Moscow. Its mission is to become a center for developing best practices, identifying key development vectors, and identifying practical challenges to improve the quality of public administration.

The congress will bring together over 1,200 participants, including heads of key departments within the Russian Presidential Administration and Government, heads of regions and municipalities, members of parliament, top managers of state corporations and major Russian business companies, international management experts, public figures, representatives of the scientific and expert community, and youth leaders.

The event is organized by the Presidential Academy with the support of the Government and the Presidential Executive Office of Russia. The Roscongress Foundation is the event's partner.

"In today's world, where we are surrounded by vast amounts of information, effective governance can only be built using digital technologies. They enable faster data processing and better decision-making. Today, the Government is implementing a digital governance model that enables consistent improvements in the implementation of Presidential instructions, state programs, and national projects. This means building roads on time, opening new schools and hospitals. The Congress is a unique platform for sharing experiences, receiving feedback, and demonstrating the most effective public administration technologies for various branches and levels of government," noted Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko.

The congress program will be structured around six thematic areas covering key aspects of modern public administration: development of the state civil service, digitalization of public administration, regional and municipal practices, regulatory policy as a tool for reducing the administrative burden on business, the state for the people, and strategic management of priorities. Within these areas, discussions will cover both systemic issues of public administration reform and specific management solutions and models that have proven effective at the federal, regional, and municipal levels.

The key objectives of the congress include developing practical mechanisms for strengthening cooperation between government, business, and science, as well as synchronizing work within the vertical chain of command—from the heads of federal ministries to municipal-level specialists. Adviser to the President of Russia Anton Kobyakov emphasized: "Today, more than ever, it is important to unite the efforts of government, the expert community, and business at all levels, to coordinate common actions to strengthen and scale up best existing practices. And, of course, to develop new approaches to managing the country's development. The congress will be a unique platform where professional dialogue will translate into real proposals and new ideas."

A distinctive feature of the congress will be its practical focus: approximately 30% of the program will be educational interactive formats, including business games on management decision-making, strategic sessions, and case studies from real-life management practices. The congress sessions themselves will be structured not only by thematic focus but also by three cross-cutting themes: strategizing (improving the effectiveness of goal-setting and developing long-term priorities), implementation (developing and consolidating positions between public authorities to expedite decision-making), and dissemination (replicating achievements and modernizing public feedback mechanisms).

Special attention will be paid to young people within a dedicated thematic track. According to Alexey Komissarov, Rector of the Presidential Academy, the upcoming event is largely aimed at addressing personnel issues and discussing the principles of professional growth in general. "We are looking forward to a relevant discussion of the challenges facing the public administration system in the near future. We plan to discuss the key principles of training a new generation of specialists, those who will assume responsibility for the country's future," he noted.

The event aims to become the primary annual platform for professional dialogue, exchange of experience, and training for managers, businesses, and experts focused on achieving specific, measurable results.

More details on the congress website: http://congress-gov.ru.

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Resolution of December 17, 2025 No. 2046

The government will continue to provide support to affected organizations and individual entrepreneurs in the Belgorod, Bryansk, and Kursk regions in 2026. A resolution has been signed introducing the necessary amendments to the state program "Economic Development and Innovative Economy."

This involves providing subsidies to organizations and entrepreneurs to restore and maintain operations, and concessional loans to small and medium-sized businesses for working capital and investment purposes. These loans are available for up to 50 million rubles and have terms of up to six years.

The funds will be allocated to the regions as part of the federal project "Special Short-Term Support Measures for Small and Medium-Sized Entrepreneurs." The 2026 federal budget allocates approximately 4.5 billion rubles for this purpose.

The signed document amends Government Resolution No. 316 of April 15, 2014.

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A meeting on the regulation of artificial intelligence technology was held at the Government Coordination Centre, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko. Representatives from the government, business, and industry associations participated. The meeting discussed various legislative initiatives aimed at regulating AI and the risks of adopting or rejecting certain proposals.

The need to codify key standards regarding the use of AI in specific areas (AI quality and safety, AI training datasets, liability for AI errors, the use of Russian and foreign AI models, etc.) and related issues were discussed. Among these issues, the following were raised: is it necessary to introduce the concept of AI and define the liability of developers and users of this technology at the legislative level? Is it necessary to define the areas in which the use of AI is or is not permitted? Is it necessary to introduce regulatory requirements for AI systems and their quality assurance by the state? In what areas is the use of sovereign Russian AI critical, and is the use of foreign models permissible for certain tasks?

Dmitry Grigorenko noted the importance of moving from developing disparate proposals to developing a unified approach and a systemic set of measures. Following the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister instructed organizations and interested participants to submit proposals for AI regulation to the Ministry of Digital Development by January 20. The submitted proposals will be analyzed by the Ministry of Digital Development and the Analytical Center under the Government by the end of February. Following the evaluation, the Ministry of Digital Development will submit proposals for technology regulation to the Government by March 13, 2026.

"Our task in regulating artificial intelligence is to find a balance. On the one hand, it's important to ensure the safety of citizens and prevent potential risks from the use of AI. For example, cases where AI could be used to commit a crime. On the other hand, regulation shouldn't hinder the development of innovation. Overly strict regulations could slow the pace of AI adoption, and we recognize this risk. To ensure that IT companies in Russia can continue to develop cutting-edge technologies, including AI, it's important to maintain a favorable environment for them. We should act selectively and gradually: introduce regulations where the cost of AI error is too high, while maintaining freedom for technological development," said Dmitry Grigorenko.

The Deputy Prime Minister also emphasized that introducing regulations for the use of AI is a pressing issue currently being discussed globally. Countries' approaches to regulating the technology vary. Some countries (e.g., Kazakhstan) are pursuing a comprehensive AI law that details the requirements for the technology, defines the responsibilities of developers and users, and regulates its use in certain areas. Other countries (e.g., China) are introducing targeted requirements, such as those for the quality and security of systems and applying certification for AI solutions, but are not restricting the use of AI. However, a general trend is emerging: the development of this technology is no longer ignored by governments.

The meeting on AI regulation, chaired by Dmitry Grigorenko, is essentially becoming the starting point for a comprehensive discussion on AI regulation. Notably, the process involves not only government agencies but also leading Russian IT companies. During the discussion, business representatives also presented reports and shared their opinions on specific proposals for regulating the technology.

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