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Category: Europe

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Overcoming challenges to Cyprus’s accession to the Schengen area – E-000502/2025(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    Already since its accession to the EU, Cyprus has been bound by the Schengen rules. Its gradual integration into the Schengen area without internal frontiers, culminating in a Council decision on lifting checks at the internal borders, is subject to a positive Schengen evaluation[1] and a unanimous decision of the Council .

    Cyprus’ first-time evaluation is ongoing, and the Commission is closely monitoring the progress made by Cyprus in fulfilling the technical Schengen requirements.

    The Commission is aware that Cyprus’ integration into the Schengen area requires due respect to its special situation and the framework applicable in line with Protocol 10[2]. The Commission stands ready to engage in a dialogue with Cyprus on how this can be achieved, including with regard to the Green Line.

    The Commission already provides substantial financial support to Cyprus for border and migration management as well as police cooperation. During the 2021-2027 programming period, more than EUR 292 million[3] have been allocated to Cyprus under the Home Affairs Funds[4].

    This includes measures sustaining the implementation of the Schengen requirements, such as EUR 9.9 million to support digital systems (e.g. the Schengen Information System), EUR 67.7 million for the construction of the new reception and pre-departure centres in Limnes, and EUR 30 million to enhance Cyprus’ surveillance systems at the external sea border.

    • [1] In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2022/922 on the establishment and operation of an evaluation and monitoring mechanism to verify the application of the Schengen acquis, OJ L 160, 15.6.2022, p. 1-27.
    • [2] Act concerning the conditions of accession of the Czech Republic, the Republic of Estonia, the Republic of Cyprus, the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Lithuania, the Republic of Hungary, the Republic of Malta, the Republic of Poland, the Republic of Slovenia and the Slovak Republic and the adjustments to the Treaties on which the European Union is founded — Protocol No 10 on Cyprus; OJ L 236, 23.9.2003, p. 955-955.
    • [3] Under the 2021-2027 programming period, so far more than EUR 90 million have been allocated under the Asylum Migration and Integration Fund programme of Cyprus, EUR 80 million under the Border Management and Visa Policy Instrument programme and EUR 25.6 under the Internal Security Fund. On top of this support EUR 96.4 million have been provided under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund directly from the Commission (emergency assistance, union actions for Member States under pressure).
    • [4] This includes the Border Management and Visa Instrument, the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund and the Internal Security Fund.
    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – Meeting of the DEVE Committee 24 April – Committee on Development

    Source: European Parliament

    The Committee on Development will meet on 24 April to discuss the following files:

    • Exchange of views with Mr Bjorn Gillsater, GAVI’s Managing Director for Donor Relation, on the Global Vaccine Alliance’s 2026-2030 strategy;
    • Exchange of views with VOICE on Humanitarian priorities and preparations for the European Humanitarian Forum;
    • Jointly with the Committee on Foreign Affairs: Exchange of views with EU Ambassador to Sudan, MSF and European Commission on the situation in Sudan: marking two years of war.

    Vote:

    • Voluntary Partnership Agreement with Cameroon – termination (consent + motion for Non-Legislative Enactment opinions)

    Next DEVE meeting: Thursday 20 May from 9.00 to 12.30 and from 14.30 to 18.30, room Antall 6Q2.

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Highlights – Joint BUDG-ECON public hearing on “InvestEU: lessons learned and future perspectives” – Committee on Budgets

    Source: European Parliament

    On 23 April 2025, from 14:30 to 16:30, the BUDG and the ECON Committees will host a public hearing on “InvestEU: lessons learned and future perspectives”. The purpose of the hearing is to examine key issues around the implementation of the InvestEU programme and to reflect on the main lessons which could be taken into account for future EU programmes.

    The discussion will explore how to maximise the impact of InvestEU and of future investment initiatives. In particular, policy experts and researchers from industry associations, consultancies and European bodies, will provide valuable perspectives on their concrete experience and suggestions.

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Support measures for Greek table olives – E-001483/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001483/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Yannis Maniatis (S&D)

    The recent announcement by the Trump administration imposing 20 % tariffs on all European products signals a clear change in US policy, leading to increased protectionism. The consequences of this trade war, which has just begun with this tariff policy, are expected to be negative for all parties involved. Many sectors, including the agri-food sector, are following developments with great concern and uncertainty. They include the Greek table olive sector, which is in imminent danger.

    Table olives are Greece’s leading agricultural export product to the US, with exports reaching EUR 241 million annually, making the US market the main destination for Greek exports, especially for premium quality products of high value. Any disruption to this flow creates problems for the countryside, growers, their organisations and businesses.

    Given that the Commission is expected to react to the US announcements soon:

    • 1.What measures does the Commission intend to adopt to protect susceptible agri-food products, such as table olives, given that the competitiveness of the sector is under threat from non-EU countries with lower tariffs (10 % in Egypt, Türkiye, Morocco, etc.)?
    • 2.How does the Commission intend to proceed at the World Trade Organization (WTO) level with regard to Greek table olives, given that the EU has already successfully challenged the US regarding Spanish ripe olives, justifying the demands of Spanish producers and exporters?

    Submitted: 10.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Financial ties between the European Partnership for Democracy and the controversial, globalist Open Society Foundations of George Soros – E-001442/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001442/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Petr Bystron (ESN)

    The European Partnership for Democracy (EPD), an organisation founded in 2008 and heavily co-financed by the Commission, is a network of multiple organisations which, according to its website, ‘advocates and acts for democratic values around the world’.

    According to the information available in the ‘Our sources of funding’ section, the EPD also receives funds from the controversial Open Society Foundations (OSF), the organisation founded and financed by George Soros, which is known for manipulating public opinion and democratic institutions, undermining national sovereignty and promoting a globalist liberal agenda in the Member States of the EU.

    This connection raises concerns over external influence on domestic politics.

    Given this information, we would like to ask:

    • 1.What is the Commission’s position on the involvement of the OSF in funding organisations such as the EPD?
    • 2.What steps is the Commission taking to ensure that the activities of organisations such as the EPD do not interfere with the democratic processes of sovereign nations?
    • 3.Given the controversial nature of the OSF, how does the Commission justify its support for organisations receiving funding from them, and what safeguards are in place?

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Possible deportation of EU nationals from Germany owing to their participation in public demonstrations – E-001457/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001457/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Billy Kelleher (Renew), Barry Andrews (Renew), Cynthia Ní Mhurchú (Renew), Barry Cowen (Renew), Maria Walsh (PPE), Lynn Boylan (The Left), Aodhán Ó Ríordáin (S&D)

    Three EU nationals – two Irish and one Polish – have been ordered to leave Germany over their participation in pro-Palestinian protests.

    The authorities have claimed that the three individuals involved constitute a threat to public safety and should therefore leave Germany as soon as possible.

    They have been told to leave Germany by 21 April 2025 or face deportation. All three participated in a pro-Palestinian protest at Berlin’s Free University in October 2024.

    None of these three EU nationals has been convicted of any crime and any charges against them are demonstration-related and of ‘no serious character’.

    Freedom of expression and freedom of assembly are both guaranteed in the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and in the European Convention on Human Rights.

    Can the Commission therefore answer the following:

    • 1.Does it believe that the actions of the Berlin authorities violate Articles 6 and 21 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and Article 45 of the TFEU?
    • 2.What actions will the Commission undertake to ensure that all EU citizens have their rights protected?

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Border management with regard to Lebanon and Syria – E-001464/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001464/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Lukas Mandl (PPE)

    Due to the increased security challenges in the Middle East arising from the fall of the Assad regime, the region faces high risks of weapons proliferation, drug smuggling and illegal migration. The current figures show that the Central Mediterranean route remains the most active migratory pathway into the EU. Compared to 2023, there has been a 10 % increase in irregular border crossings on this route.

    • 1.Does the Commission intend to address the issue of human trafficking and illegal migration at its roots in the Middle East region?
    • 2.What means and measures will the Commission take to support people in Syria to stay in order to reconstruct their country, and prevent them from illegally crossing the borders to Lebanon, in order to continue to Cyprus and elsewhere in the EU?
    • 3.What means and measures will the Commission adopt to support effective border management mechanisms operationally implemented by trustworthy international organisations, such as the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, in order to prevent illegal weapons smuggling and illegal border crossings, especially from Syria to Lebanon, and in order to support the Lebanese Armed Forces in fully implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1701?

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Foreign entities funding EU media – E-001452/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001452/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Catherine Griset (PfE), Pascale Piera (PfE), Julien Leonardelli (PfE), Alexandre Varaut (PfE), Pierre Pimpie (PfE), Julie Rechagneux (PfE)

    Last February, the new US President, Donald Trump, suspended funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

    This led us to discover that a significant proportion of seemingly independent media, journalists and experts were in fact paid by the former US Administration.

    • 1.In its fight against disinformation and foreign interference (referred to in Article 19 of the European Media Freedom Act[1], for instance), will the Commission investigate the funding of EU media by foreign – including US – entities?
    • 2.Will it require any media, journalists and experts called on by the various media outlets to declare that they are funded by foreign, private or public entities?
    • 3.Is this foreign funding of EU media, journalists and experts subject to income tax or taxation by the Member States?

    Supporters[2]

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    • [1] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/FR/TXT/HTML/?uri=OJ:L_202401083
    • [2] This question is supported by Members other than the authors: Marie-Luce Brasier-Clain (PfE), Jean-Paul Garraud (PfE), Mathilde Androuët (PfE)
    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Update on Tiktok – E-001435/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001435/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Moritz Körner (Renew)

    The Commission has Tiktok in its crosshairs. ‘Concrete and robust evidence’ had been found that the Chinese social media platform was allegedly in breach of EU law on digital services, wrote Thierry Breton, the Commissioner responsible for the internal market, to me at the beginning of 2024. The Commission therefore ‘initiated formal infringement proceedings’ on 19 February 2024.

    I had previously drawn the Commission’s attention to a US study that concluded that TikTok was likely to ‘systematically promote or downgrade content depending on whether it aligns with the interests of the Chinese Government’.

    • 1.What offences has the Commission identified so far?
    • 2.What consequences will there be as a result?
    • 3.What steps does the Commission plan to take next?

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Possible merger of coal companies receiving state aid – E-001479/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001479/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Marcin Sypniewski (ESN)

    Three major coal companies receiving state aid and subject to the EU notification procedure are currently carrying out mining activities in Poland: Polska Grupa Górnicza (PGG), Południowy Koncern Węglowy (PKW) and Węglokoks Kraj (WK). Each of them operates separately, even though they produce coal almost exclusively for commercial power and heating, competing with each other in the same market and often for the same customers.

    This leads to overlapping organisational structures, complexities in the settlement of state aid and difficulties in the implementation of protective packages for employees – relocations are only possible within a single company.

    Taking the above into consideration:

    • 1.Would it be acceptable to merge PGG, PKW and WK into a single economic entity that would continue the transformation process and be covered by a single state aid mechanism?
    • 2.Would such an organisational change require an update or a renotification of state aid?
    • 3.Does the Commission acknowledge that there are reasons to simplify the organisational structure of coal mining in Poland, in line with practices used in other Member States?

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – EU Trust Fund for Africa – 2023 discharge – E-001426/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001426/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Auke Zijlstra (PfE), Marieke Ehlers (PfE)

    In the framework of the 2023 discharge procedure, the Commission recently published its ‘Communication to the European Parliament, the Council and the Court of Auditors; annual accounts of the European Development Fund for the financial year 2023’[1]. We should like to pose the following questions in this connection:

    • 1.According to the Commission, the objectives of the mission are to: ‘contribute to better migration management’ as well as ‘addressing the root causes of… irregular migration’ (p. 62). At the same time, the Commission states that ‘irregular border crossings’ from Tunisia and Libya increased by 50 % in 2023 compared to 2022 and that ‘pressure on the Western Mediterranean and Atlantic routes substantially increased… + 95 % compared to 2022’ (p. 65). Can the Commission please explain how this fits in with ‘better migration management’?
    • 2.According to the Commission ‘420 voluntary returns’ and the ‘reintegration of 509 returning migrants’ took place in 2023 (p. 64). Does the Commission not consider this a meagre result, given that a total of 157 951 ‘irregular migrants’ reached Italy and Malta (page 65)?
    • 3.The Commission states that the EU Trust Fund for Africa has created 11 087 new jobs (p. 64). Can it explain – in broad terms – what type of jobs are concerned and whether they are in the public or private sector?

    Submitted: 8.4.2025

    • [1] COM(2024) 273 final
    Last updated: 16 April 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Commission’s call to Europeans to ‘prepare a stockpile of supplies for 72 hours’ – E-001449/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001449/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Erik Kaliňák (NI)

    On 26 March 2025, the Commission issued a recommendation for Europeans to stockpile enough food and other essentials to sustain them for 72 hours as part of its crisis preparedness strategy. This vague and alarming statement raises serious questions. Citizens are not guinea pigs – they deserve the truth and solutions.

    • 1.On what basis was the 72-hour period set?
    • 2.What specific threats has the Commission identified that require such a measure?
    • 3.Why is the Commission silent on the details of the risks, leaving citizens facing uncertainty rather than providing clear facts?

    Submitted: 9.4.2025

    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Highlights – Letter to President Von der Leyen – Committee on Culture and Education

    Source: European Parliament

    On 19 February 2025, the CULT Chair sent a letter to President Von der Leyen to express the committee’s dissatisfaction and request regarding the impact of excluding “Education” in Executive Vice-President Minzatu’s portfolio title. The committee has not received any reply yet.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – The situation of truck drivers in Europe who come from countries outside the EU – E-001423/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001423/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Marit Maij (S&D), Gabriele Bischoff (S&D), Marc Angel (S&D), Estelle Ceulemans (S&D), Marianne Vind (S&D), Johan Danielsson (S&D)

    Truck drivers from countries outside the EU are still exploited on a large scale in the EU. In the Netherlands, several truck drivers are now on strike because they have the courage to stand up for their rights that are not respected: healthy working conditions, a fair salary and decent working hours and days. In the EU, there are around three million truck drivers, of whom 10 % come from outside the EU.

    Such illegal and exploitative practices shed a particularly bad light on the conditions of the EU labour market for non-EU nationals.

    In light of this:

    • 1.How is the Commission planning to ensure that compliance with existing legislation, such as Regulation (EC) No 561/2006[1] on road transport and Regulation (EU) No 165/2014[2] on recording equipment in road transport is better enforced?
    • 2.Will the Commission propose an extension of the mandate of the European Labour Authority to include non-EU nationals?
    • 3.What is the Commission planning to do in order to stop the exploitation of non-EU nationals, in particular, in the EU labour market, and will the Commission propose legislation to prevent this, such as limiting the opportunities for temporary work and subcontracting?

    Submitted: 8.4.2025

    • [1] OJ L 102, 11.4.2006, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2006/561/oj.
    • [2] OJ L 60, 28.2.2014, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2014/165/oj.
    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Selection criteria for the funding of NGO projects through the LIFE programme – E-000925/2025(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    The EU programme for the environment and climate action (LIFE), under Article 11(6) of the LIFE Regulation[1] provides for ‘operating grants that support the functioning of non-profit making entities which are involved in the development, implementation and enforcement of Union legislation and policy, and which are primarily active in the area of the environment or climate action, including energy transition’. The management of these grants complies with the Financial Regulation[2].

    Operating grants are awarded competitively through calls for proposals[3], based on transparent award criteria published in the Call. Applicants submit proposals that include the description of their work programmes of activities in areas indicated in the LIFE Regulation; their proposals are assessed towards the published award criteria.

    All the members of the evaluation committee, including Commission or Executive Agency staff, sign declarations on absence of conflict of interest before engaging with the assessment of the submitted proposals.

    The grants are awarded to the proposals scoring highest towards the award criteria. The grants do not support political campaigns, as the eligibility criteria specify that the organisations supported must be  independent, in particular from government, other public authorities, and from political or commercial interests[4].

    • [1] Regulation (EU) 2021/783 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2021 establishing a Programme for the Environment and Climate Action (LIFE), and repealing Regulation (EU) No 1293/2013.
    • [2] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=OJ:L_202402509
    • [3] https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/programmes/life/life-operating-grants_en and https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/programmes/life/life-calls-proposals-2024_en#life-calls-for-proposals-2024
    • [4] https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/programmes/life/life-operating-grants_en#application-for-operating-grants–eligibility-criteria
    Last updated: 16 April 2025

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Financing of secure parking areas for hauliers in Romania – E-002819/2024(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    Regulation (EU) 2024/1679[1] introduced the obligation for Member States to ensure the development of safe and secure parking areas (SSPAs) certified in accordance with EU standards along the roads of the core network and the extended core network, with an average maximum distance of 150 kilometres between two SSPAs, by 31 December 2040.

    However, it falls under the responsibility of Member States to organise themselves in achieving this objective, by planning the projects and their progress in accordance with national priorities and circumstances, as well as public procurement and permitting processes, thus ensuring that the infrastructure development occurs in compliance with the required EU standards.

    In this context, the Commission supports the Member States in their efforts to build more SSPAs, notably by providing funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) .

    For the realisation of projects across the EU, CEF Transport made available EUR 250 million each in 2022 and 2023, and EUR 320 million for the call for proposals of 2024. These fundings support both the creation of new SSPAs and the upgrade of existing parking areas in accordance with EU safety and security standards . So far, the EU has already co-funded 138 SSPAs and around 16,113 parking spots. In Romania, three SSPAs have been certified in accordance with the EU standards adopted in 2022[2].

    Furthermore, the Commission has launched a study on the availability and development of SSPAs and rest facilities for professional drivers in the EU, with a view to presenting a report to the European Parliament and the Council.

    The development of SSPAs and the support of Member States to fulfil the trans-European transport network (TEN-T) requirements, remain a priority for the Commission.

    • [1] Regulation (EU) 2024/1679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 June 2024 on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulations (EU) 2021/1153 and (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 (OJ L 2024/1679, 28.6.2024).
    • [2] Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1012 of 7 April 2022 supplementing Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to the establishment of standards detailing the level of service and security of safe and secure parking areas and to the procedures for their certification (OJ L 170, 28.6.2022, p. 27).

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – Extraordinary joint meeting of EMPL-CULT on Monday, 5 May 2025 in Strasbourg – Committee on Culture and Education

    Source: European Parliament

    There will be an Extraordinary joint EMPL-CULT Commmitee meeting taking place on Monday, 5 May, 2025 from 19.00 – 20.30, in meeting room CHURCHILL (200), in Strasbourg.
    Draft calendar for 2025 CULT Committee meetings
    CULT Coordinators
    2025 Calendar of EP activities

    Source : © European Union, 2025 – EP

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI USA: Durbin Statement On Ed Martin’s Undisclosed Appearances On Russian State Media

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Illinois Dick Durbin

    April 16, 2025

    SPRINGFIELD – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today released the following statement regarding reportsthat Ed Martin, President Donald Trump’s pick to be U.S. Attorney for D.C., appeared on RT and Sputnik—networks funded and directed by the Russian government—150 times as a guest commentator from August 2016 to April 2024, something he failed to disclose in his Senate Judiciary Committee questionnaire:

    “It is well-documented that Ed Martin is a Donald Trump loyalist who has embraced a Nazi sympathizer and attacked law enforcement who kept lawmakers and staff safe during the January 6 insurrection. The 150 undisclosed appearances Mr. Martin has made on Russian state media as recently as April of last year—as Russia was actively bombing Ukraine—raises further serious questions about whether he has the temperament to serve as U.S. Attorney, concerns that have been underlined by his misconduct as Interim U.S. Attorney.

    “I understand that Chairman Grassley has submitted questions to Mr. Martin in response to the issues that Committee Democrats and I raised with respect to Mr. Martin’s record, and Mr. Martin will submit responses to our written questions during this April recess. However, today’s reporting is further evidence that the Committee must hold a hearing and hear from Ed Martin directly, under oath. We must take our constitutional duty of advice and consent seriously.”

    Durbin has continuously called out Mr. Martin’s long record of objectionable statements and conduct. This includes: Mr. Martin repeatedly attacking law enforcement officers who kept members and staff safe during the January 6 insurrection and the Assistant U.S. Attorneys who were assigned to prosecute the rioters who brutally attacked police officers; Mr. Martin calling Michael Fanone, a 20-year veteran of the Metropolitan Police Department who was nearly killed on January 6, “a fake cop”; Mr. Martin advocating for “less judgment on somebody who hit a cop” on January 6; Mr. Martin repeatedly attacking prosecutors who were assigned to work on January 6 cases, calling them “terrorists” and “despicable people who decided to do something wrong”; and Mr. Martin’s close relationship with Timothy Hale-Cusanelli, a January 6 rioter and Nazi sympathizer whom he called an “extraordinary man, an extraordinary leader” who is “worthy of being listened to by lots of folks.”

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Russia: Guided tours of contemporary art exhibitions

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    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The Multimedia Complex of Contemporary Arts invites you to attend free guided tours. They will start at 15:00 and 17:00. Together with the museum mediators, visitors will learn all the most interesting things about the new exhibitions. These are the projects “The arrangement of paintings depends on taste. Contemporary art from the collection of Anton Kozlov”, “Natalia Turnova. Unceremonious portrait”, “Naum Granovsky. Moscow: from the first taxis to Olympic construction sites”, “From the history of the Moscow House of Photography. In memory of Mikhail Golosovsky”, “Grisha Selsky. Pokemon Go Go Go” and “Ivan Mikhailov. Space of silence”.

    The exhibition of works by the classic of Russian photography Naum Granovsky, dedicated to the 115th anniversary of his birth, presents unique evidence of how rapidly the architectural appearance of Moscow changed from the mid-1920s to the 1980s, and with it the lives of its residents. In addition, visitors will see rare newsreels showing the city in different years: the work of cabbies and taxis, market squares, the opening of the All-Union Agricultural Exhibition (now VDNKh) and the Moscow swimming pool, the construction of new houses and districts, advertising of Soviet hotels and shops.

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Continues in the United Fight Against Human Trafficking, Joins Bipartisan Letter to Trump Administration

    Source: US State of California

    Wednesday, April 16, 2025

    Contact: (916) 210-6000, agpressoffice@doj.ca.gov

    OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a bipartisan, multistate letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert Kennedy, Jr., advocating that the National Human Trafficking Hotline grant be awarded to an organization that demonstrates a willingness to work with law enforcement when they receive human trafficking tips from third parties.
     
    “Attorneys General nationwide have put in significant effort to educate the public about recognizing the signs of trafficking and how to report suspected cases to the Nationwide Human Trafficking Hotline,” said Attorney General Bonta. “It is imperative that the Hotline collaborate with law enforcement to ensure those tips are promptly reported and acted upon. Law enforcement relies on third-party tips to determine if a vulnerable victim is at risk from a trafficker. Even the smallest tip from a concerned citizen can play a significant role in an investigation, leading to the dismantling of a trafficking ring, rescuing trafficking victims from a life of violence, and providing critical support for victims through shelters and service providers. This intelligence is instrumental in ensuring the safety of those affected by trafficking and allowing survivors to rebuild their lives with assistance from dedicated organizations.”
     
    The letter outlines the crucial role the National Human Trafficking Hotline has played in the fight against human trafficking. However, in recent years, operators managing the Hotline have limited the way tips were shared with law enforcement agencies. The letter advocates for an approach that respects the wishes of victims while recognizing that an effective strategy to reduce human trafficking requires communicating third-party tips to law enforcement.
     
    Attorney General Bonta joins the attorneys general of Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming in sending the letter.
     
    A copy of the letter can be found here.
     

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    MIL OSI USA News –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to study of vegan protein consumption and amino acid intake

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    April 16, 2025

    A study published in PLOS One looks at protein consumption and amino acid intake in vegan.

    Prof Tom Sanders, Professor emeritus of Nutrition and Dietetics, King’s College London, said:

    “Protein consists of mixtures of 20 amino acids and 8 of these are regarded as dietary essential because they cannot be synthesised from other amino acids in adults. This cross-sectional study has calculated the intakes of essential amino acids in adult vegans from food tables and compared them with reference intakes. The authors report that intakes of lysine and leucine are lower than reference amounts in vegans. 

    “Limitations include:

    1) There is no omnivore control group for comparison. 

    2) The amino acid compositional data on foods were limited particularly on the amounts that may be digestible. 

    3) No account was made of contribution by gut microbiota to dietary intake of lysine. 

    4) Was the comparator reference intake appropriate? While vegans probably do have lower intakes of lysine and leucine it does not been the intakes suggest deficiency especially as the reference intakes are based mainly on American studies where intakes of protein were high and based mainly on animal products. 

    “Interpretation of the results: 

    “Human leucine deficiency has not been described. However, higher intakes have been promoted for body building in the form of whey protein. On the other hand, there is growing evidence that the growth promoting effects of high intakes of leucine and other branch chain amino acids may be linked to increased risk of cancer (especially prostate cancer). 

    “In practice, protein requirements are estimated for the amounts required to maintain nitrogen balance and support growth. Although plant proteins when tested alone have a lower biological value than milk, eggs, meat and fish (measured by how they support growth in rats) when mixtures of plant proteins (e.g. cereals and pulses) are tested they have high biological value. In most human diets lysine is regarded as the amino acids most likely to limit protein quality. Physiological adaptations do occur on low protein intakes and lysine may be salvaged from lysine synthesised by gut microbiota in the large bowel.  This concept was supported by a recent study comparing vegans and omnivores (https://doi.org/10.1007/s00394-021-02790-y). That study measured plasma lysine concentrations did find levels to be 25% lower in vegans compared with omnivores but concluded the difference was unlikely to be of any significance.”

    ‘Evaluation of protein intake and protein quality in New Zealand vegans’ by Bi Xue Patricia Soh et al. was published in PLOS One at 19:00 UK time on Wednesday 16th April.

    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0314889

    Declared interests

    Prof Tom Sanders: I have received grant funding for research on vegans in the past. I have been retired for 10 years but during my career at King’s College London, I formerly acted as consultant for companies that made artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes.

    I am a member of the Programme Advisory Committee of the Malaysia Palm Oil Board which involves the review of research projects proposed by the Malaysia government.

    I also used to be a member of the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Global Dairy Platform up until 2015.

    I did do some consultancy work on GRAS affirmation of high oleic palm oil for Archer Daniel Midland more than ten years ago.

    My research group received oils and fats free of charge from Unilever and Archer Daniel Midland for our Food Standards Agency Research.

    Tom was a member of the FAO/WHO Joint Expert Committee that recommended that trans fatty acids be removed from the human food chain.

    Member of the Science Committee British Nutrition Foundation.  Honorary Nutritional Director HEART UK.

    Before my retirement from King’s College London in 2014, I acted as a consultant to many companies and organisations involved in the manufacture of what are now designated ultraprocessed foods.

    I used to be a consultant to the Breakfast Cereals Advisory Board of the Food and Drink Federation.

    I used to be a consultant for aspartame more than a decade ago.

    When I was doing research at King’ College London, the following applied: Tom does not hold any grants or have any consultancies with companies involved in the production or marketing of sugar-sweetened drinks.  In reference to previous funding to Tom’s institution: £4.5 million was donated to King’s College London by Tate & Lyle in 2006; this funding finished in 2011. This money was given to the College and was in recognition of the discovery of the artificial sweetener sucralose by Prof Hough at the Queen Elizabeth College (QEC), which merged with King’s College London. The Tate & Lyle grant paid for the Clinical Research Centre at St Thomas’ that is run by the Guy’s & St Thomas’ Trust, it was not used to fund research on sugar. Tate & Lyle sold their sugar interests to American Sugar so the brand Tate & Lyle still exists but it is no longer linked to the company Tate & Lyle PLC, which gave the money to King’s College London in 2006.”

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Plymouth to go to the polls

    Source: City of Plymouth

    Plymouth voters will be asked to choose how they think the city should be governed in the future, following the verification of valid signatures submitted as part of a petition.

    The Council received a petition requesting a directly elected mayor for Plymouth City Council. As per the legislation, the Council has validated each signature to ensure that they are registered electors in the Plymouth City Council area.  

    Following this process, 10,856 signatures were verified as being eligible, meaning the threshold of obtaining support from at least five per cent of registered electors in the city has been reached to trigger a referendum.  

    In papers published today, for the Full Council meeting on Monday 28 April, proposals set out that the referendum will be held on Thursday 17 July. This will be formally confirmed when the Notice of Poll is published, following the Council meeting. 

    At the referendum, those on the electoral register will be asked to have their say on whether Plymouth City Council’s governance model should be changed from a leader model to a directly elected mayor.  

    This process is separate from – and not related to – the ongoing discussions about Plymouth potentially joining a combined regional authority that could be led by an elected strategic mayor.  

    There are a number of ways to cast your vote. You can vote in person at a polling station, by post, or by appointing someone you trust to vote on your behalf, which is known as a proxy vote.  

    Registering to vote is quick and easy, it only takes five minutes and can be done online. Once registered you will be placed onto the electoral register. However, you will need to register again if you’ve changed your name, address or nationality.  

    Once registered, you can request for a postal vote application online. Having a postal vote means that a postal ballot pack containing your ballot paper will be sent to your home, so you can vote via post, avoiding the need to go to a polling station. If you’re unable to vote in person you can apply for a proxy vote and ask someone to vote on your behalf.  

    All registered voters in Plymouth will also need to show an eligible photographic ID to vote in person at a polling station. 

    Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport; a full or provisional UK, EEA or Commonwealth driver’s licence; some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or a blue badge. 

    Anyone who does not have one of the accepted forms of ID can apply for free Voter Authority Certificate online or by completing a paper form, which is available from the Council.  

    It is anticipated that the deadlines will be:  

    •           Deadline to register to vote: 1 July 2025 

    •           Deadline to apply or change a postal vote: 5pm on 2 July 2025 

    •           Deadline to apply for Voter Authority Certificate: 5pm on 9 July 2025 

    •           Deadline to apply for a proxy vote: 5pm on 9 July 2025.

    For more information about registering to vote or applying for a postal vote or voter ID see our register to vote page.

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Council announces series of events to mark 80 years since Victory in Europe Day

    Source: Northern Ireland City of Armagh

    As we approach the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on Thursday 08 May 2025, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is pleased to announce a series of events dedicated to marking this pivotal moment in history.

    From poignant ceremonies and educational exhibitions to a celebratory evening and community gatherings, these events aim to honour those who served during World War II and foster a spirit of remembrance across the borough.

    The commemorative events will begin with a Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving on the eve of the anniversary, Wednesday 7 May at St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral in Armagh. This poignant gathering will provide an opportunity for people to come together in reflection and gratitude.

    A highlight of the VE Day 80th anniversary programme will be a special celebratory event, which will take place at Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre on Thursday 08 May from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

    Open to the public, this free event will feature a line-up of musical entertainment including Corcrain Flute Band and Jenny Chambers School of Speech and Drama choir. Attendees will also enjoy some fish and chips – an iconic dish that was not subject to wartime rationing – before a speech by local historian Richard Edgar and a reading of a special VE Day tribute. The evening will then close with a symbolic beacon lighting ceremony at Craigavon Lakes at 9.30pm.

    The council has also organised several other initiatives to honour the significance of VE Day.

    A VE Day flag will be raised at the council’s three civic headquarters on Thursday 08 May at 9.00am, providing a visual reminder of this historic occasion. Moreover, an exhibition at Armagh County Museum will showcase both digital and physical archives, offering visitors a window into local life during World War II. The exhibition will run from Monday 05 May to Saturday 05 July.

    The council has also demonstrated its commitment to community engagement by awarding a total of £40,000 in grants to local community groups, enabling them to organise their own VE Day celebration events from Thursday 01 to Thursday 15 May 2025.

    Deputy Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Councillor Kyle Savage, commented,

    “As we prepare to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, it is important that we not only reflect on the sacrifices made during World War II but also celebrate the enduring spirit of strength and resilience in our community. All the events taking place across the borough are a tribute to the bravery of those who served and a reminder of the lessons we must carry forward.”

    To register your interest in attending the special celebratory event at the Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre on Thursday 08 May from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, go to armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/veday. Please note, admission is free, but spaces are limited, so be sure to register your attendance in advance.

    For more information about national VE Day 80th anniversary events, visit https://ve80.com/

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI: NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING IN TERRANET AB

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    N.B. THIS ENGLISH TEXT IS AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSLATION OF THE SWEDISH ORIGINAL OF THE NOTICE TO ATTEND THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING IN TERRANET AB, AND IN CASE OF ANY DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE SWEDISH AND THE ENGLISH TRANSLATION, THE SWEDISH TEXT SHALL PREVAIL.

    The shareholders of Terranet AB, reg. no. 556707-2128, (the “Company“) are hereby invited to the Annual General Meeting on 23 May 2025 at 14.00 at Mobilvägen 12, Bricks building, room “Oktagonen”, Lund. Registration will commence at 13.45 p.m.

    ELIGIBILITY AND REGISTRATION

    Shareholders who wish to attend the General Meeting shall

    • be entered in the share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB on 15 May 2025,
    • notify the Company no later than 19 May 2025 of their intention to attend the meeting by e-mail to pal.eriksson@terranet.se or by mail to the Company at Mobilvägen 10, SE-223 62 Lund, Sweden, and mark the envelope with “Annual General Meeting 2025”. When giving notice of attendance, shareholders must state their name, personal or corporate identity number, address, and telephone number and, where applicable, information about assistants (maximum 2).

    NOMINEE-REGISTERED SHARES

    Shareholders whose shares are registered in the name of a nominee must have their shares registered in their own name in order to be entitled to attend the AGM. Such registration may be temporary (so-called voting rights registration) and is requested from the nominee according to the nominee’s procedures. Voting rights registrations that have been completed (registered with Euroclear Sweden AB) no later than 19 May 2025 are taken into account in the preparation of the share register.

    PROXY

    Shareholders represented by proxy shall issue a written power of attorney for the proxy, signed and dated by the shareholder. The period of validity of the power of attorney may not exceed five years if specifically stated. If no period of validity is specified, the power of attorney shall be valid for a maximum of one year. If the power of attorney is issued by a legal entity, a copy of the certificate of registration or equivalent for the legal entity must be attached. A copy of the power of attorney and any registration certificate should be sent by letter or e-mail to the Company at the above addresses in good time before the meeting. Furthermore, the original power of attorney must be brought to the meeting. A proxy form is available on the Company’s website (www.terranet.se) no later than three weeks before the meeting.

    PROPOSED AGENDA

    1.   Opening of the meeting
    2.   Election of Chairman
    3.   Establishing and approval of the voting list
    4.   Election of one or more persons to verify the minutes
    5.   Examination of whether the meeting has been duly convened
    6.   Approval of the agenda
    7.   Presentation of the annual accounts and the auditors’ report as well as the consolidated accounts and the consolidated auditors’ report
    8.   Decision on
    a)  Adoption of the income statement and balance sheet and the consolidated income statement and consolidated balance sheet
    b)  Allocation of the Company’s profit or loss according to the adopted balance sheet and the adopted consolidated balance sheet
    c)  Discharge from liability of the members of the Board of Directors and the Managing Director
    9.   Resolution on the determination of the number of members of the Board of Directors and
    10.   Resolution on the determination of the remuneration of the Board of Directors and auditors
    11.   Election of the Board of Directors, auditors and any deputies
    12.   Resolution to amend the articles of association
    13.   Resolution on approval of the Board of Directors’ decision of 16 April 2025 on a directed issue of units
    14.   Resolution to approve the Board of Directors’ decision of 16 April 2025 on a rights issue of units
    15.   Resolution on authorisation for the Board of Directors to resolve on new issues of shares, warrants and/or convertibles
    16.   Resolution authorising the Board of Directors to make minor adjustments to the resolutions adopted by the General Meeting
    17.   Closure of the meeting

    PROPOSAL FOR A DECISION BY THE NOMINATION COMMITTEE

    Prior to the Annual General Meeting of the Company, the Nomination Committee was established by the Chairman of the Board of Directors contacting the shareholders who, as of August 31, 2024, were the three largest shareholders in the Company, who each appointed one member to the Nomination Committee.

    Prior to the 2025 AGM, the Nomination Committee consisted of Julian Aleksov, Chairman of the Nomination Committee, appointed by Maida Vale Capital AB and Oliver Aleksov, Michael Knutsson, appointed by Knutsson Holdings AB, and Torgny Hellström, Chairman of the Board of Terranet AB. The members are appointed by shareholders who, as of March 31, 2025, together represented approximately 13.09 percent of the voting rights for all shares in the Company. The Nomination Committee proposes the following.

    Item 2 – Election of the Chairman

    The Nomination Committee proposes that attorney Mark Falkner of Eversheds Sutherland Advokatbyrå AB be elected Chairman and keeper of the minutes of the Annual General Meeting or, if he is prevented from attending, the person he designates.

    Item 9 – Determination of the number of Board members and auditors

    The Nomination Committee proposes that the Board of Directors shall consist of five (5) members without deputies.

    The Nomination Committee further proposes that the Company shall have a registered accounting firm as auditor.

    Item 10 – Determination of fees for the Board of Directors and auditors

    The Nomination Committee proposes that a fee of SEK 185,000 shall be paid to each of the Board members elected by the AGM who are not employed by the Company or the Group and SEK 495,000 to the Chairman of the Board.

    The Nomination Committee proposes that a fee of SEK 27,500 shall be paid to each of the members of the Remuneration Committee (maximum three members). The Nomination Committee further proposes that a fee of SEK 65,000 shall be paid to each of the members of the Audit Committee (maximum two members) and that a fee of SEK 110,000 shall be paid to the Chairman of the Audit Committee.

    The auditor’s fees shall be paid according to approved invoices.

    Item 11 – Election of the Board of Directors, auditors and any deputies
    The Nomination Committee proposes that Torgny Hellström, Anders Blom, Magnus Edman and Mats Fägerhag be re-elected as ordinary Board members. Furthermore, it is proposed that Uwe Brandenburg be elected as an ordinary Board member. Nils Wollny and Tarek Shoeb have declined re-election. Torgny Hellström is proposed to be re-elected as Chairman of the Board.

    Uwe Brandenburg, born 1966        
    Uwe Brandenburg, a German citizen, holds a bachelor’s degree in telecommunications technology and is Chief Technology Officer for Automotive and Manufacturing at DXC Luxoft.        

    Uwe has worked 30 years in senior positions in the automotive, telecommunications and semiconductor industries. He has been ADAS CTO and Global Engineering Head at Valeo, Global Head for Camera and Radar Development at Continental and ADAS Engineering Director Europe at Autoliv. Autoliv, Continental and Valeo are all three major suppliers to the automotive industry.

    The Nomination Committee further proposes re-election of the registered accounting firm Ernst & Young Aktiebolag (“E&Y”) as the Company’s auditor for the period until the end of the Annual General Meeting 2026. E&Y has notified that the authorised public accountant Martin Henriksson will continue to be the auditor in charge.

    THE BOARD’S PROPOSAL FOR A DECISION

    Item 8b – Resolution regarding allocation of the Company’s profit or loss according to the adopted balance sheet and the adopted consolidated balance sheet

    The Board of Directors proposes that all funds available to the Annual General Meeting be carried forward.
    Item 12 – Resolution on amendment of the Articles of Association

    The Board of Directors proposes that the Annual General Meeting resolves to amend the Articles of Association as set out below.        

    Current wording Proposed wording
    § 4 Share capital

    The share capital shall be not less than SEK 3 300 000 and not more than SEK 13 200 000.

    § 4 Share capital

    The share capital shall be not less than SEK 14,500,000 and not more than SEK 58,000,000.

    § 5 Number of shares

    The number of shares shall be not less than 330 000 000 and not more than 1 320 000 000.

    § 5 Number of shares

    The number of shares shall be not less than 1,450,000,000 and not more than 5,800,000,000.

    The CEO, or the person appointed by the Board of Directors, shall be entitled to make any minor adjustments that may be required in connection with the registration of the resolution with the Swedish Companies Registration Office. In the event that the share capital or the number of shares after registration of the directed issue and/or the rights issue under items 13 and 14, respectively, on the agenda falls below the proposed limits in the articles of association, the limits shall be adjusted to the extent necessary to enable registration.        
    The resolution under this paragraph shall be valid only if supported by shareholders holding not less than two-thirds (2/3) of both the votes cast and the shares represented at the meeting.

    Item 13 – Resolution on approval of the Board of Directors’ resolution of 16 April 2025 on a directed share issue

    The board of directors proposes that the general meeting resolves to approve the board of directors’ resolution of 16 April 2025 on a new issue of up to 5,461,210 units (the “Directed Issue“). The resolution shall otherwise be subject to the following conditions.

    1.        The new shares of Series B and warrants shall be issued in units. Each unit shall contain 33 shares of Series B and five (5) warrants of series TO9 B.

    2.        The Company’s share capital may be increased by a maximum of SEK 1,802,199.30 through the issue of a maximum of 180,219,930 shares of series B. A maximum of 27,306,050 warrants of series TO9 B shall be issued, entailing an increase in the share capital upon full exercise by a maximum of SEK 273,060.50.

    3.        The right to subscribe for shares in the Directed Issue shall, with deviation from the shareholders’ preferential rights, be granted to a number of pre-announced investors, existing shareholders and members of the Company’s management and board of directors. Prior to the decision on the Directed Issue, the Board of Directors has carefully investigated and considered alternative financing options, including raising capital solely through a rights issue. However, after an overall assessment and taking into account that a directed share issue allows the Company to raise capital earlier, the Board of Directors considers that new share issues carried out with deviation from the shareholders’ preferential rights in combination with a rights issue is a more favourable option for the Company and the Company’s shareholders than a rights issue alone. The Company is in an important phase and has a need for financing to ensure the Company’s long-term operations. It is therefore the Board of Directors’ assessment that a directed issue is the most appropriate financing solution given the current market conditions and the Company’s capital needs and that it is in the interest of all shareholders to carry out the Second Directed Issue.        

    4.        The subscription price per unit amounts to SEK 2.97, corresponding to a subscription price per B-share of SEK 0.09. The subscription price in the Directed Issue has been determined after negotiations with the subscribers and corresponds to a premium of approximately four percent in relation to the volume-weighted average price of the Company’s share on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market during the period 7 April 2025 up to and including 11 April 2025 and is considered by the Board of Directors to be on market terms. The subscription price also corresponds to the subscription price in the Rights Issue, which the Board of Directors decided on 16 April 2025. The share premium shall be added to the unrestricted share premium reserve.

    5.        Subscription can only be made in units and thus not of shares and warrants separately. Allotment may only take place in units. However, after the completion of the issue, the shares and warrants will be separated.

    6.        Subscription shall be made on a separate subscription list on the day of the unit issue. However, the board of directors is entitled to postpone the last day for subscription.        

    7.        Payment shall be made within three (3) banking days of the date on which the General Meeting approves the decision of the Board of Directors. However, the Board of Directors is entitled to postpone the final date for payment.        

    8.        Each warrant of series TO9 B entitles the holder to subscribe for one (1) Class B share at a subscription price corresponding to SEK 0.18. The subscription price may not be less than the share’s quota value applicable at any given time. Subscription for new shares by exercising the warrants of series TO9 B may take place during the period from 1 December 2025 up to and including 15 December 2025. Any surplus price upon subscription for new Class shares of Series B by exercising the warrants shall be added to the unrestricted share premium reserve. The warrants are subject to additional conditions including customary conversion conditions.

    9.        The new shares entitle their holders to dividends from the date of their entry in the share register.

    10.        The Board of Directors or the person appointed by the Board of Directors is authorized to make the minor adjustments necessary for the registration of the resolution with the Swedish Companies Registration Office.        

    The resolution under this item is valid only if supported by shareholders representing at least nine-tenths (9/10) of both the votes cast and the shares represented at the meeting. The resolution is conditional upon the Meeting approving the proposal to amend the Articles of Association in accordance with item 12 above and that the resolution is registered with the Swedish Companies Registration Office.

    Item 14 – Resolution to approve the Board of Directors’ decision of 16 April 2025 on a rights issue of units        
    The board of directors proposes that the general meeting approves the board of directors’ resolution of 11 April 2025 on a new issue of a maximum of 13,880,714 units with preferential rights for existing shareholders (the “Rights Issue“). The resolution shall otherwise be subject to the following conditions.

    1. The new shares of Series B and warrants shall be issued in units. Each unit shall contain 12 (twelve) shares of Series B and three (3) warrants of series TO9 B.
    2. The Company’s share capital may be increased by a maximum of SEK 1,665,685.68 through the issue of a maximum of 166,568,568 shares of Series B. A maximum of 41,642,142 warrants of series TO9 B shall be issued, entailing an increase in the share capital upon full exercise by a maximum of 416,421.42
    3. The right to subscribe for units shall, with preferential rights, be granted to those who are registered as shareholders in the Company on the record date for the Rights Issue, whereby the holding of one (1) share of series B entitles to one (1) unit right. 86 unit rights entitle to subscription of one (1) share of series B.
    4. Shareholders registered in the Company’s share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB on the record date of 29 April 2025 will receive unit rights for participation in the Rights Issue.        
    5. In the event that not all units are subscribed for with unit rights, the Board of Directors shall, within the framework of the maximum amount of the rights issue, decide on allocation in accordance with the allocation principles below:

    (i)   In the first instance, allotment shall be made to those who have also subscribed for shares by virtue of subscription rights, regardless of whether the subscriber was a shareholder on the record date or not, and in the event of oversubscription in relation to the number of subscription rights that each person has exercised for subscription of shares and, to the extent that this cannot be done, by drawing lots.

    (ii)   Secondly, allotment shall be made to others who have subscribed for shares without subscription rights and, in the event that they cannot receive full allotment, in proportion to the number of shares that each has applied for subscription and, to the extent that this cannot be done, by drawing lots.

    (iii)   Ultimately, any remaining shares shall be allocated to the underwriters who have entered into underwriting commitments in proportion to the size of the respective underwriting commitment and, to the extent that this cannot be done, by drawing lots.

    1. Subscription can only be made in units and thus not of shares and warrants separately. Allotment may only take place in units. However, after the completion of the issue, the shares and warrants will be separated.
    2. Subscription of units shall take place during the period from 27 May 2025 up to and including 11 June 2025. The Board of Directors is entitled to extend the subscription period.
    3. The subscription price shall be SEK 1.08 per unit, corresponding to a subscription price of SEK 0.09 per B share. The warrants are issued without consideration. The share premium shall be added to the unrestricted share premium reserve.
    4. Payment of units shall be made in cash. Payment of units subscribed for with preferential rights shall be made at the same time as subscription takes place during the period from 26 May 2025 up to and including 9 June 2025. Payment of units subscribed for without preferential rights shall be made no later than three (3) banking days after the allotment notice has been sent to the subscriber. The Board of Directors has the right to extend the payment period.
    5. Each warrant of series TO9 B entitles the holder to subscribe for one (1) Class B share at a subscription price corresponding to SEK 0.18. The subscription price may not be less than the share’s quota value applicable at any given time. Subscription for new shares by exercising the warrants of series TO9 B may take place during the period from 1 December 2025 up to and including 15 December 2025. Any surplus price upon subscription for new Class shares of Series B by exercising the warrants shall be added to the unrestricted share premium reserve. The warrants are subject to additional conditions including customary conversion conditions.
    6. The new shares entitle their holders to dividends from the date of their entry in the share register.

    The resolution is conditional upon the AGM approving the proposal to amend the Articles of Association in accordance with item 12 above and that the resolution is registered with the Swedish Companies Registration Office.

    Item 15 – Resolution on authorisation for the Board of Directors to resolve on new issues of shares, warrants and/or convertibles

    The Board of Directors of the Company proposes that the Annual General Meeting resolves to authorise the Board of Directors, until the next Annual General Meeting, on one or more occasions, to issue shares of series B, warrants and/or convertibles with the right to subscribe for or convert shares of series B, with or without deviation from the shareholders’ preferential rights, within the limits of the Articles of Association applicable from time to time, to be paid in cash, in kind and/or by way of set-off.

    The main reason for the Board of Directors to be able to decide on a new share issue without preferential rights for shareholders as described above is to be able to raise new capital to increase the Company’s flexibility for financing.

    For the resolution to be valid, the proposal must be supported by shareholders representing at least two thirds (2/3) of both the votes cast and the shares represented at the Annual General Meeting.

    Item 16 – Resolution authorising the Board of Directors to make minor adjustments to the resolutions adopted by the Meeting

    The Board of Directors proposes that the Meeting authorises the Board of Directors, the Managing Director or the person otherwise appointed by the Board of Directors to make such minor adjustments and clarifications to the resolutions adopted at the Meeting to the extent required for registration of the resolutions.

    OTHER

    Documents and information

    The notice, accounting documents, auditor’s report and proxy form will be made available to shareholders at the Company no later than three weeks before the meeting and will be sent free of charge to shareholders who so request and state their postal address. The documents will also be published on the Company’s website, www.terranet.se, no later than the same day.

    According to Chapter 7, Section 32 of the Swedish Companies Act, shareholders have the right to request information from the Board of Directors and the CEO regarding circumstances that may affect the assessment of an item on the agenda or the assessment of the Company’s financial situation. The board of directors and the managing director shall disclose such information if the board of directors considers that it can be done without material harm to the Company.

    Processing of personal data

    The personal data collected from the share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB, notifications received and information about proxies and assistants will be used for registration, preparation of the voting list for the general meeting and, where applicable, minutes of the general meeting. For further information on how your personal data is processed, see www.euroclear.com/dam/ESw/Legal/Integritetspolicy-bolagsstammor-svenska.pdf

    Number of shares and votes

    At the time of publication of this notice, the total number of shares in the Company amounts to 1,193,741,451, divided into 1,083,063 shares of series A and 1,192,658,388 shares of series B. After registration of the directed share issue resolved by the Board of Directors on 16 April 2025, pursuant to the authorization granted by the Annual General Meeting 2024, the total number of shares in the Company will amount to 1,291,299,252, divided into 1,083,063 shares of series A and 1,290,216,189 shares of series B. Each Class A share entitles to two (2) votes and each Class B share entitles to one (1) vote

    _____________________________

    Lund in April 2025
    Terranet AB
    The Board of Directors

    About Terranet
    Terranet’s goal is to save lives in urban traffic. The company develops innovative technical solutions for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Vehicles (AV). Terranet’s anti-collision system BlincVision laser scans and detects road objects up to ten times faster than any other ADAS technology available today.

    The company is headquartered in Lund, with offices in Gothenburg and Stuttgart. Since 2017, Terranet has been listed on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market (Nasdaq: TERRNT-B). Follow our journey at: www.terranet.se

    Attachment

    • Terranet AB – Notice to AGM 23 May 2025

    The MIL Network –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Security: Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session

    Source: NATO

    NATO’s highest Military Authority, the Military Committee, will meet on 14 May 2024, at the Chiefs of Defence level. The Chair of the Military Committee (CMC), will preside the meeting, with the participation of the 32 Allies, along with the Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), and Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (SACT).

    The NATO Secretary General will join the Military Committee for the opening session to address the Alliance’s key priorities and challenges.

    During the first session SACEUR will brief the Chiefs of Defence on NATO’s continued efforts to further strengthen its collective deterrence and defence posture. Allied Chiefs of Defence will also exchange views on ongoing NATO-led missions and activities, and on NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine (NSATU).

    In the second session, SACT will provide an update on NATO’s Defence Planning Process, and related innovation opportunities and challenges.  

    The last session will be held in a NATO-Ukraine Council format to discuss Russia’s continued war of aggression against Ukraine, the situation on the ground, and NATO and Allied continued support to Ukraine.

    CMC will hold a press conference, upon conclusion of the meeting.
     

    Media advisory

    08:30 (CEST) Opening remarks

    • Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee
    • NATO Secretary General, Mr. Mark Rutte

    17:45 (CEST) Press conference with Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee

    Media coverage

    Media representatives wishing to attend the press conference are invited to contact the NATO IMS Public Affairs and Strategic Communications (PASCAD) Office via email (pascad@hq.nato.int) with a completed accreditation form no later than 1400hrs (Brussels Time) on Monday, 5 May 2025.

    Download media accreditation forms: English, French

    Once approved, media passes will not be mailed to applicants, but must be collected in person at the Guard House South, NATO Headquarters, Boulevard Leopold III, Brussels, upon presentation of a valid ID card / passport, along with a valid national Press pass (or accreditation letter from a recognized media organisation), and a copy of the confirmation email of successful accreditation.

    Passes must be always worn visibly during the stay at NATO Headquarters. Security personnel may ask to check another form of ID, at any time. Media representatives are informed that security personnel will examine and may test equipment and personal effects carried onto the site. Media representatives are also advised to arrive at NATO Headquarters with sufficient lead-time to complete their in-processing.

    The opening remarks delivered by the NATO Chair of the NATO Military Committee and the NATO Secretary General will be streamed live on the NATO website. 

    The press conference will also be streamed live on the NATO website and the live feed will be provided to EBU.

    Video footage will be available for free download from the NATO Multimedia Portal after the event.

    Imagery

    Following each event, photos, video and audio files will be made available on the Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session (MCCS) event page.

    Social media

    Latest information and photos from the MCCS will be posted on the following X accounts: @CMC_NATO  and  @NATO_PASCAD.

    Please use the hashtags #NATOCHoDs and #NATOMC when posting about the NATO Military Committee.

    Media enquiries

    Capt (N) Giovanni Galoforo, Public Affairs and Strategic Communications Advisor to the NATO Military Committee and the NATO International Military Staff.
    Tel: +32 2 707 5983
    E-Mail: Galoforo.Giovanni@hq.nato.int

    Cdr Grzegorz Łyko, Deputy Public Affairs and Strategic Communications Advisor to the NATO Military Committee and the NATO International Military Staff.
    Tel: + 32 477 57 07 46    
    E-Mail: lyko.grzegorz@hq.nato.int

    Find more background information about the NATO Military Committee

    MIL Security OSI –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Europe: Statement by President Meloni on EU list of safe countries of origin

    Source: Government of Italy (English)

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    It is with great satisfaction that I welcome the proposed EU list of safe countries of origin presented by the European Commission, which also includes, among others, Bangladesh, Egypt and Tunisia.

    I consider the proposal to bring forward the entry into force of some elements of the Pact on Migration and Asylum equally as positive, particularly the possibility to designate safe countries of origin with exceptions for certain regions and certain categories of individuals, and to apply the 20% threshold. These are in fact cases that allow accelerated border procedures to be activated for migrants arriving from certain nations, as provided for by the Italy-Albania Protocol.

    This is further confirmation that the direction charted by the Italian Government over these years is the right one, and of the support of an increasing number of European nations. Italy has played a decisive role in changing Europe’s approach to managing migration flows, and is continuing to do so. Europe now also sees defending external borders, fighting mass irregular migration, strengthening returns policies and implementing equal partnerships with countries of origin and of transit as a priority, and this is largely thanks to Italy’s determination and tenacity. The facts show that we were right and that we are on the right track.

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Park Improvements Complete

    Source: City of Sunderland

    Improvements to Houghton’s popular Rectory Park, which got underway last year are now complete.

    Funded by Sunderland City Council’s Coalfield Area Committee through its Neighbourhood Fund, a total of £40,000 has seen the installation of a new cycle track, repairs to a historic fountain, new wrought iron gates, new benches and picnic benches, new litter bins, and improvements to the red gravel road and tarmac at the entrance.

    Councillor Mel Speding, Chair of Sunderland City Council’s Coalfield Area Committee, said: “The Coalfield Area Committee is proud to provide funding for these improvements to Rectory Park, especially the repair work to the fountain which we know is loved by residents. The park celebrated its 75th anniversary last year and these additions are designed to the keep it in great condition for future generations and keep families coming back time after time.

    “This is about making sure our parks are places everyone can be proud of and get the most enjoyment out of. With these new infrastructure improvements, we hope even more people will come and enjoy the park.”

    The Coalfield Area Committee is one of the five area committees across Sunderland. Made up of local councillors, these provide residents with a greater say by working closely with their communities and drawing on local knowledge to identify priorities for their area. They also create Area Plans to support the City Plan, focusing on local needs. These plans help fund and deliver projects in partnership with local voluntary and community sector organisations.

    Funding for the park improvements is one of 11 grants awarded by the Coalfield Area Committee since April 2024 to support community groups and voluntary organisations with various projects. This includes social inclusion and wellbeing activities, and the recently installed bleed kits located throughout the Coalfield. 

    The improvement project started with the installation of the cycling track in August 2024, which is regularly used by Gateway Wheelers for activities and events. Gateway Wheelers is a charity which helps provide access for people with disabilities to enjoy cycling.

    Gateway Wheelers currently offer different types of cycling sessions, such as private, groups, families or children.

    Sara Bateman, Project Officer for the Gateway Wheelers, said: “Cycling is a fantastic way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Thanks to recent funding in the park, our organisation has been able to continue helping people of all abilities experience the joy of cycling by providing cycles, equipment, and dedicated support.”

    “The Learn to Ride facility which uses the recently developed cycle track offers a safe, traffic-free space where everyone can build their cycling skills, gain confidence, and have fun in a welcoming environment.”

    For information on the different sessions, timetable and booking you can visit Disability cycling group| North East | Gateway Wheelers | Houghton

    For more details of community events and activities in the park throughout the rest of the year, visit Coalfield Sunderland Community: Facebook Page

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Controlling the risk of Bridge Strikes

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Press release

    Controlling the risk of Bridge Strikes

    Following a recent public inquiry, Carey London Ltd had regulatory action taken against their Operator’s Licence by the Traffic Commissioner for the East of England, Richard Turfitt. Additionally, the vocational entitlement of the driver was suspended for a period of two months.

    In a recent public inquiry, Traffic Commissioner for the East of England Richard Turfitt took regulatory action against Carey London Ltd, a construction and transport operator based in St Albans. A collision with a bridge resulted in the load, an 8-tonne excavator, being knocked off the trailer bed of the vehicle and onto the adjacent footpath, which exposed multiple breaches of safety and compliance obligations after.

    Driver Contra drove the excavator onto the load bed and then secured it with the arm of the excavator facing the headboard. He then apparently measured the height of the load using a tape measure (not a measuring stick) before moving to another area of the site where the road plates were collected and secured with ratchet straps. The height of the load was measured to be 15’4”. The arm of the excavator was not re-stowed after the excavator was moved to allow the loading of the plates. There were four chains available, but these were not used to secure the excavator. The risk assessment at that time was not sufficient and consequently control measures such as written instructions were not present.

    The vehicle passed under a first bridge without difficulty, but he then struck the second bridge. The operator stated that Mr Contra had seen the bridge height of 15’ but proceeded to attempt to pass under the bridge, at speed. 

    The driver also failed to adhere to tachograph regulations, and this raised concerns about the operator’s oversight of driver compliance and training. The company was found to have failed in its legal undertakings to ensure that vehicles were fit and serviceable, to employ an effective written driver defect reporting system, and to comply with laws on drivers’ hours and tachograph regulations.

    Commissioner Turfitt said “A professional driver is not expected to allow lapses of attention as they are in charge of vehicles which are by their very nature and size, dangerous. The decision to drive in that state presents an unacceptable risk and the decision making is not indicative of a professional driver…..

    Whilst safety management is often miscategorised as an antidote to common-sense, all operators need to appreciate that risk assessment is not simply a matter of waiting for a danger to materialise, to then take action after the event. The outcome of this incident could have been truly catastrophic. Effective control measures should prevent an incident from occurring, protecting others from injury, drivers from the lasting impact, the reputation of the business and its liabilities. Compliance should make good business sense to any reputable operator.”

    The vocational entitlement of Driver Contra was suspended for a period of two months and the operator had their licence curtailed by half and warned that any further failures would be treated more severely.

    The full written decision containing the can be found here.

    For any further details or enquiries, please contact:

    Email: pressoffice@otc.gov.uk

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Russia: Active Longevity: Finding a Balance Between Tourism and Being a Grandmother

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics –

    © Higher School of Economics

    Within the framework XXV Yasinsky (April) International Scientific Conference A round table was held on the topic of active longevity. Experts discussed the implementation of state policy and corporate experience in this area.

    The round table “Active Longevity Programs: Regional and Corporate Experience” was organized jointly Institute of Social Policy HSE University and the D.I. Mendeleyev Institute of Demographic Policy.

    Vice-Rector of the National Research University Higher School of Economics, Director of the Institute of Social Policy Liliya Ovcharova recalled that the President’s decree on national development goals contains two target demographic indicators: increasing the total fertility rate and increasing life expectancy.

    “There are many events aimed at promoting the birth rate, and the topic of increasing life expectancy is still not sufficiently represented in the information agenda. At the same time, there are many scientific publications confirming the contribution of active longevity programs to healthy life expectancy,” she noted.

    Deputy Director of the Institute of Social Policy at the National Research University Higher School of Economics Oksana Sinyavskaya spoke about the specifics of socio-demographic processes that influence the priorities of social policy in the interests of the older generation. She noted that the population of Russia is aging, but the reserves for increasing life expectancy are high. According to the definition of the speaker, active longevity is “a state of social, economic, physical and psychological well-being that provides older citizens with the opportunity to meet their needs and be included in various spheres of society, achieved with the active participation of the citizens themselves.”

    Oksana Sinyavskaya also spoke about the implementation of the principles of active longevity in the Strategy of Actions in the Interests of Senior Citizens in the Russian Federation until 2030. Its goal is to increase the life expectancy and quality of life of the elderly. In addition to health protection and the development of medical care in the geriatrics profile, it talks about strengthening the value of a multi-generational family in society, creating conditions for the realization of the personal potential of senior citizens, increasing their financial security and developing infrastructure for a high-quality and safe life.

    More than 12 million people are currently participating in regional active longevity programs. Among the most popular areas of these programs are physical education and sports, education and enlightenment, socio-cultural events and social tourism. At the same time, the speaker noted the rather low awareness of citizens about the possibilities of the programs, as well as some limitations in the offer of services, especially in the area of social tourism.

    Ivan Efimov, Executive Director of the D.I. Mendeleyev Institute of Demographic Policy, noted that despite the beneficial effects of active longevity programs, research shows that they often “take grandparents away from the family.” “I think it is important to work from the point of view that no nanny can replace a grandmother. If we are talking about improving demographics, including the birth of children, it is important that there is a favorable environment for a grandmother to be with her family, with her grandchildren,” he believes.

    Deputy Executive Director of the D.I. Mendeleyev Institute of Demographic Policy, Head Responsible Business Laboratory HSE University Oleg Krivokhizhin told which indicators related to active longevity are taken into account by the Business Reputation Index of Entrepreneurs (EKG-rating). He noted that many enterprises take care of pensioners, make them additional payments and pension supplements, issue voluntary health insurance, organize spa treatment and various cultural events.

    “Today, the ECG rating of companies is becoming an indicator not only of how the company stimulates birth rates, but also of how it supports employees after retirement,” the expert noted.

    Deputy Director of the State Budgetary Institution “Moscow Longevity” Anna Skorik informed about the positive experience of the project implemented in the capital, and the head of the public projects department of the Russian Gerontological Scientific and Clinical Center of the Russian National Research Medical University named after N.I. Pirogov Vadim Samorodov spoke about the medical aspects of working with the elderly and the importance of a systematic approach in this work aimed at improving the quality of life in old age. He noted that in the last five years of life, people spend about 50% of their lifetime treatment costs.

    Olga Eremenko, Vice President and Director of the Department of Ethics and Anti-Corruption Compliance of PSB Bank, Anastasia Gorelkina, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of SDS Holding Company, Member of the Board of Directors of Azot JSC, Vice President of the Association of Communication Agencies of Russia (AKAP), and Alexey Basisty, Deputy General Director for HR Management of Gazprom Transgaz Moscow, shared their companies’ experience in creating conditions for employment of people of different ages and implementing active longevity projects.

    “As part of the implementation of the social support program in 2024, the company allocated more than 190 million rubles to improve the quality of life of people of silver age,” Anastasia Gorelkina reported, in particular.

    According to her, the events cover a wide range of areas – from regular financial assistance to providing free mobile communications. In addition, the company provides additional payments for holidays. For example, Victory Day, Miner’s Day.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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    April 17, 2025
  • MIL-OSI USA: COLUMN: Kennedy: A Strong End to the 2025 Legislative Session

    Source: US State of Georgia

    By: Sen. John F. Kennedy (R–Macon)

    After twelve weeks of tireless work under the Gold Dome, the 2025 Legislative Session has officially come to a close. My Senate Republican colleagues and I fought each day to protect your freedoms, defend your wallets, and invest in the values that make our state strong. We passed bold, conservative legislation that will support communities across the state, empower families, and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent effectively.

    Our most significant achievement was the passage of House Bill 68, the balanced state budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. On Friday, the General Assembly fulfilled its constitutional duty by sending the state’s budget to Governor Kemp’s desk. Our budget priorities fund essential services across our state and reflects our commitment to conservative governance. We’re cutting taxes, funding school choice, and strengthening law and order in our state prisons. Our budget prioritized the gang prosecution task force, strengthens our anti-human trafficking prosecutors, and boosts school safety initiatives that will protect our children from those who wish to cause harm. This budget isn’t just numbers; it’s a roadmap of Republican priorities that put Georgians first.

    This year, Senate Republicans advanced key legislation to benefit hardworking Georgians. HB 112 delivers tax rebates up to $500 for families and HB 111 will reduce our state income tax rate, empowering all Georgians to keep more of their hard-earned money. Before we gaveled out for the year, the Senate gave final passage to SB 1 to protect women’s sports and ensure female athletes are able to compete on a level playing field.   

    I was proud to author and carry Governor Kemp’s key priority, delivering meaningful tort reform to balance our civil justice system and stop frivolous lawsuits that burdened our small businesses, farmers, and job creators. We also prioritized assistance for those affected by Hurricane Helene, allocating millions in disaster aid and created catastrophe savings accounts to encourage responsible storm preparation and establishes tax incentives for Georgians to prepare for future natural disasters. These priorities send a clear message: Georgia takes care of its own, and Senate Republicans will ensure it stays that way.

    School safety was one of our top priorities for the 2025 Legislative Session. House Bill 268 will require schools to implement panic alert systems and require campus mapping to assist first responders in the face of danger, and imposes serious consequences for threats against our students, teachers, and school personnel. HB 268 will also hold those who want to do students harm accountable when they commit acts of violence, because the safety of our schools will never be up for negotiation. At the same time, HB 268 supports mental health programs, suicide prevention and youth violence reduction to guarantee students in crisis get the help they need.

    We also prioritized education, passing key pieces of legislation to improve our public schools. SR 237 will build a stronger workforce pipeline, establish mentorship programs, and improve training for our educators. HB 37 ensures our educators fully understand their retirement benefits, ensuring Georgia remains competitive when recruiting future educators. HB 150, the Combating Threats from China Act, increases transparency around foreign influence in our universities. Finally, HB 371 increases capital outlay funding cap for schools and upgrades Georgia’s playgrounds to meet modern accessibility standards. Because every child deserves a safe place to play and learn.

    This session, we fought hard to protect your rights in the courtroom and restore integrity to our judicial system. SB 259, “Ridge’s Law,” ensures families can seek a second opinion when child abuse is alleged, a crucial safeguard against unjust state interference. I was especially proud to support HB 582, the Georgia Survivor Justice Act, which gives victims of domestic violence a voice in court when they act in self-defense. Justice must consider context, and survivors deserve our full support when they take a stand against abuse.

    Senate Republicans stood firmly to support our veterans, law enforcement and emergency responders. HB 266 eliminates state taxes on military retirement income and incentivizes donations to law enforcement foundations. We also passed SR 8 and SR 231, renaming intersections in honor of fallen officers Deputy Brandon Cunningham and Officer Jeremy Labonte. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

    During our final week under the Gold Dome, we proudly recognized Mercer University. It was an honor to welcome the future leaders from an incredible educational institution to the Senate Chamber as we concluded our legislative business.

    On Sine Die, we also approved several key study committees, including the Senate Study Committee to Combat Chronic Absenteeism, an issue I’m deeply committed to addressing during the interim. Earlier this session, I was proud to author and carry Senate Bill 123, which will prevent students from being expelled for missing school and require schools to develop ways of intervening with chronically absent students. Although SB 123 will take the initial steps towards solving the problem of chronic absenteeism, this crisis persists with hundreds of thousands of Georgia children still missing significant parts of their education, putting their growth, learning, opportunities and future success at risk. With this study committee, we will have a vital opportunity to dig into the underlying issues and return to the Gold Dome next year with meaningful solutions that support our students.

    Though the 2025 Session may be over, my service to Senate District 18 continues year-round. Whether it’s legislation, budget priorities, or individual constituent needs, I’m here to serve you — every day, in every season. Although we have finished the 2025 legislative session, my door is always open.

    Let’s keep Georgia strong, safe and free.

    # # # #

    Sen. John F. Kennedy serves as the President Pro Tempore of the Georgia State Senate. He represents the 18th Senate District, which includes Crawford, Monroe, Peach and Upson counties, as well as portions of Bibb and Houston counties. He may be reached at (404) 656-6578 or by email at John.Kennedy@senate.ga.gov.

    For all media inquiries, reach out to SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    April 17, 2025
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