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Frequently Asked Questions

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How does lumos Status tagging work?

At lumos, we use simple tags to show you where a bill is in the law-making process. Here's what each tag means:

‍Introduced: This means a new bill has been brought to Congress. It's like someone sharing a new idea for a law.

‍Engrossed: After the bill is discussed and maybe changed, one part of Congress (either the House or the Senate) approves it. Think of it as one group saying, "We like this version!"

‍Passed: Both the House and the Senate have agreed on the bill. This is a big step because now both groups think it's a good idea.

‍Enrolled: The final copy of the bill is prepared and sent to the President. It's like wrapping up a present to give to someone important.

‍Vetoed: The President decides not to make the bill a law. This is called a veto, which means "no" to the bill.

By using these tags, lumos helps you easily see how a bill moves through the government and gets closer to becoming a law.

How does lumos Action tagging work?

At lumos, we use simple tags to show you how politicians are involved with a bill. Here's what each tag means:

‍Sponsored: This means a politician has created and is supporting the bill. They are the main person pushing for it.

‍Co-Sponsored: This means other politicians are also supporting the bill, helping the main sponsor.

‍Signed into Law: This means the President or Governor has approved the bill, and it is now a law.

How does lumos work?

lumos gathers data from multiple government websites and databases, including trusted sources like LegiScan, which tracks legislative activity. Our AI processes the information by first breaking down the text of a bill and then generating a simplified summary. Each step in the process—from data collection to summary creation—is carefully controlled by different AI models, each optimized for a specific task.

For example, we use one AI model to extract important information, another to generate the summary, and yet another to check the accuracy and quality. Our prompts and AI settings are frequently updated to ensure that the summaries remain accurate and unbiased. Users can report any issues they find, and we act quickly to correct mistakes.

What features is lumos planning to offer in the future?

At lumos, we’re always working to improve and expand our platform. In the future, we plan to offer several new features, including:

‍Coverage of Local Bills: In addition to federal and state legislation, we want to include bills from local governments so you can stay informed on what’s happening in your city or county.

‍Upcoming Bills and Bill Tracking: We’re planning to add a feature that will allow users to track bills before they become law, helping you follow the legislative process from the start.

‍Supreme Court Rulings: We aim to provide summaries of key Supreme Court decisions to keep you updated on major legal developments.

‍Mobile App: Once we gain enough traction, we plan to develop a mobile app to make it easier for you to access bill summaries, track updates, and receive notifications on the go.

‍Improved AI Features: We’re constantly refining our AI models to ensure our summaries are as accurate and unbiased as possible. We also plan to add more advanced AI-driven features to make the experience even more user-friendly.

‍Learning Portal for All Users: We’re expanding our learning tools to help users better understand the legislative process and the impact of bills, with educational content available to both regular users and enterprise clients.

We’re excited about these upcoming features and are always open to suggestions for new tools that would make lumos even more valuable.

How accurate are the AI-generated summaries?

lumos ensures a high level of accuracy through multiple layers of quality control. First, each bill is processed through several independent AI models with different settings. This allows us to cross-check the results and catch potential errors. We also conduct thorough QA tests on the AI-generated content, regularly updating the prompts and refining the models to make sure the summaries are as accurate and unbiased as possible.

Additionally, lumos relies on user feedback to maintain quality. If users spot any inaccuracies or issues, they can report them through our platform, and we work quickly to fix these problems. While AI is highly effective, it is not perfect, and we value the role our users play in helping us maintain accuracy.

Does Lumos cover bills from all government levels?

At the moment, lumos covers both federal and state-level legislation. We plan to expand in the future to include local government bills, providing a more comprehensive view of what’s happening at all levels of government. Our ultimate goal is to cover as many legislative bodies as possible, from city councils to international agreements.

Is there a mobile app for lumos?

Currently, lumos does not have a mobile app. However, we plan to develop one in the future. The mobile app would include all the same features available on the website, such as bill summaries, advanced search tools, and notifications, making it easier for you to stay informed on the go.

What is lumos?

lumos is a platform designed to help people better understand what politicians are doing by providing unbiased and simplified summaries of legislative bills. Our mission is to simplify politics and educate people so they can stay informed about what’s happening in government. We launched lumos after realizing that much of the public’s political opinion was shaped by unchecked accusations and biased news sources. Our goal is to shift the focus to what politicians are actually doing by providing clear, fact-based information.

In addition to bill summaries, lumos offers powerful search filters, the ability to save bills for later, view key bill metrics, and receive custom notifications. What makes lumos unique is our use of AI to create short, easy-to-understand summaries (1-2 minutes long) that cut through complex legal language. Our search tools are designed to make browsing and finding bills efficient and user-friendly.

How does lumos ensure unbiased summaries?

lumos takes multiple steps to ensure the summaries remain unbiased. Our AI models are designed to focus strictly on factual content, without inserting opinion or bias. We use a large dataset that includes tens of thousands of bills and millions of pages of legislative text to train the models, allowing them to generate summaries based solely on the facts.

We also use a variety of AI models and settings to reduce the risk of bias creeping in at any stage of the process. Prompts are regularly updated, and if any bias is detected in the summaries, we take immediate steps to correct it. Our ultimate goal is to provide neutral, clear information that allows users to form their own opinions.

How often is the information on lumos updated?

The information on lumos is updated weekly. Every week, we pull data from our government and legislative sources to ensure that the information on the platform is up to date. This includes any new bills introduced, updates to existing bills, and changes in their status.

Users are notified of these updates through email notifications, which are sent out when there are significant changes to bills they are tracking or subjects they are interested in. This ensures that users always have access to the latest information.

Can I trust lumos for legislative information?

Yes, lumos is built on reliable and trusted sources. We gather our data directly from official government websites and legislative databases like LegiScan. Our AI and quality assurance processes ensure that the information we provide is accurate and up to date.

While we’re still a growing platform, we are committed to transparency and accuracy, making lumos a dependable resource for anyone looking to understand legislative actions. Although we don’t have user reviews yet, our process ensures that we deliver trustworthy and unbiased information.

How do I find a specific bill on lumos?

Finding a specific bill on lumos is easy with our advanced search tools. You can search by:
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‍Politicians: Search for bills based on the politicians who sponsored, co-sponsored, or signed them.

‍Subjects: Filter bills by one of our 25 simplified subjects.

Key Issues: Refine your search with one of our 20 key issues.
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‍Dates: Narrow down your search to specific time periods.

Leveraging a combination of out dynamic filters is the best way to ensure you find what you're looking for.

Can I suggest a bill to be summarized?

Yes, users are welcome to suggest bills for lumos to summarize or new politicians to be added.

There are no strict criteria for selection—all bills get summarized eventually, from major legislation to less important or procedural ones.

You can submit suggestions through our contact form or via email, and we aim to process these requests within 24-48 hours.

What sources does lumos use to gather bill information?

lumos sources its bill information from official government websites, legislative databases like LegiScan, and other trusted public resources. These sources provide accurate and timely information about the legislative process. We do not rely on media outlets or unofficial statements, ensuring that our data comes directly from primary, verified sources.

We also double-check our information through internal QA processes, so users can trust that the information they see on lumos is accurate and current.

How secure is my information on lumos?

Your information is kept safe and secure with industry-standard security measures. lumos uses secure servers hosted by Amazon Web Services (AWS), and payment processing is handled through trusted platforms like Memberstack and Stripe. Our privacy policy outlines how we protect your personal data and ensure it is not shared with any unauthorized parties.

In addition, we do not collect any unnecessary data. We only gather the information needed to provide our services, such as your name, email, and payment details, which are stored securely.

How do I contact lumos support?

If you have any questions or need assistance, you can contact lumos support by emailing us a. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24-48 hours. Our support team is available Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Can I share summaries from lumos on social media?

Yes, lumos makes it easy to share summaries with others. You can copy a direct link to the summary of a bill and share it on any social media platform or via email. We don’t have dedicated social media share buttons at the moment, but there are no restrictions on sharing our content.

Feel free to share any bill summary that you find useful with your friends or followers!

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