CruxExperts · CruxExperts · Sep 26, 2026 · Sep 25, 2026 · Sep 25, 2026 · Sep 25, 2026
diff --git a/.github/workflows/publish.yml b/.github/workflows/publish.yml
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ jobs:
     name: verify committed release documentation
     if: github.ref == 'refs/heads/main' || inputs.mode == 'qualify'
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    timeout-minutes: 135
+    timeout-minutes: 165
     permissions:
       contents: write
     outputs:
@@ -90,9 +90,11 @@ jobs:
           QC_LLM_MODEL: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_MODEL }}
           QC_LLM_API_STYLE: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_API_STYLE }}
           QC_LLM_MAX_TOKENS: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_MAX_TOKENS }}
-          QC_LLM_TIMEOUT_SECONDS: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_TIMEOUT_SECONDS }}
-          QC_LLM_MAX_CALLS: "800"
-          QC_LLM_TOTAL_DEADLINE_SECONDS: "7200"
+          # The total deadline covers the full release-docs preparation session.
+          # Each provider request separately defaults to a 180 second timeout.
+          QC_LLM_TIMEOUT_SECONDS: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_TIMEOUT_SECONDS || '180' }}
+          QC_LLM_MAX_CALLS: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_MAX_CALLS || '800' }}
+          QC_LLM_TOTAL_DEADLINE_SECONDS: ${{ vars.QC_LLM_TOTAL_DEADLINE_SECONDS || '9000' }}
           QC_LLM_RUNTIME_ROOT: ${{ runner.temp }}/release-docs-runtime
         run: |
           uv run --frozen python ls/tools/localsetup.py --source-root . release-docs prepare \

diff --git a/.localsetup-release.json b/.localsetup-release.json
@@ -2,9 +2,9 @@
   "schema_version": 2,
   "policy": "sequential-logical-slices",
   "anchor": {
-    "commit": "51fbdf7c94f1f6087ecc69a99cf4d037a0c76117",
-    "version": "5.6.2",
-    "tag": "v5.6.2"
+    "commit": "561abefe0ab59029bf3ef1ebca76d73c119008e7",
+    "version": "4.44.1",
+    "tag": "v4.44.1"
   },
   "overrides": [],
   "major_line": 4,

diff --git a/AGENTS.md b/AGENTS.md
@@ -56,10 +56,12 @@ silently downgrade it. The one-time numbering reconciliation preserves published
 v5.6.2 and its tag/assets as immutable while mapping its content to corrected
 arithmetic 4.43.2 after the exact historical issue-100 MAJOR-to-MINOR
 reconciliation. Branding maps to 4.44.0, and canonical repository-name policy
-maps to 4.44.1. As of this reconciliation, 4.44.1 is not published or current.
-The SDK paging and Agent Q v2/envelope compatibility breaks remain; corrected
-numbering does not restore source or protocol compatibility, and 4.44.1 release
-guidance must disclose both breaks clearly.
+maps to 4.44.1. Published v4.44.1 was the first release under corrected 4.x
+arithmetic and served as the baseline for the 4.44.2 patch. The v5.6.2 and
+v4.22.9 historical release evidence remains preserved. The SDK paging and Agent Q
+v2/envelope compatibility breaks remain; corrected numbering does not restore
+source or protocol compatibility, and the v4.44.1 release guidance must disclose
+both breaks clearly.
 
 Use canonical version/release tooling and preserve source/receipt semantics.
 If tooling cannot represent this sequence, implement and validate the missing

diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@
   <a href="ls/docs/PLATFORM_REGISTRY.md"><img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/platforms-cursor%20%7C%20claude--code%20%7C%20codex%20%7C%20openclaw%20%7C%20kilo%20%7C%20opencode-1f6feb" alt="Supported platforms"></a>
 </p>
 
-**Version:** 4.44.1<br>
+**Version:** 4.44.2<br>
 
 **LocalSetup gives coding agents a repo-local operating layer.**
 
@@ -25,15 +25,14 @@ LocalSetup provides capability skills, executable workflow packages, explicit ad
 Start with the [quickstart](ls/docs/QUICKSTART.md) or browse the [documentation](ls/docs/README.md). The [latest published release](https://github.com/CruxExperts/localsetup/releases/latest) provides release notes and downloads.
 
 <!-- release-summary:start -->
-## What's new in 4.44.1
+## What's new in 4.44.2
 
-LocalSetup 4.44.1 corrects the active release sequence to the authorized 4.x line and combines the approved GitHub visual identity, canonical repository spelling, and a safe installer fallback for mixed-major release tags. The published v5.6.2 tag and assets remain unchanged.
+LocalSetup 4.44.2 improves release-documentation completion capacity for maintainers and aligns the release arithmetic with the verified published 4.44.1 anchor. The 4.x major-line lock and historical release evidence remain in force.
 
-- **Corrected 4.x release line:** The verified history maps v5.6.2 content to corrected arithmetic 4.43.2, the branding feature to 4.44.0, and canonical repository-name policy to 4.44.1. The policy blocks MAJOR increments while the 4.x lock is active.
-- **Theme-aware LocalSetup graphics:** The README hero, architecture diagram, and install-flow diagram use matching light and dark artwork with the approved mark, palette, and typography. The pinned renderer, JetBrains Mono files, source tokens, and font license make the exports reproducible.
-- **Canonical name and release discovery:** Public repository policy uses `LocalSetup` spelling while retaining established commands and URLs. If release API lookup fails and stable tags span multiple major versions, the installer asks for `LOCALSETUP_BOOTSTRAP_REF` instead of guessing from numeric order.
+- **Longer release-docs QC sessions:** Preparation defaults to 800 completion calls and a 9,000-second (150-minute) whole-session budget. The hosted publish job allows 165 minutes total, with a 15-minute grace period; individual provider requests use a separate 180-second fallback timeout.
+- **Corrected 4.x release arithmetic:** Published v4.44.1 was the first release under corrected arithmetic and is the baseline for this patch. The v5.6.2 and v4.22.9 tags and assets remain unchanged, and major-version increments remain locked.
 
-See the [4.44.1 release guide](ls/docs/releases/4.44.1.md) for compatibility, updating, and verification.
+See the [4.44.2 release guide](ls/docs/releases/4.44.2.md) for compatibility, updating, and verification.
 <!-- release-summary:end -->
 
 The [4.4.0 guide](ls/docs/releases/4.4.0.md) remains available as release history.
@@ -84,7 +83,7 @@ Start with the [workflow packages guide](ls/docs/WORKFLOW_PACKAGES.md) for usage
 <!-- facts-block:start -->
 | Fact | Value |
 |---|---|
-| Current version | `4.44.1` |
+| Current version | `4.44.2` |
 | Supported platforms | `codex, claude-code, cursor, kilo, opencode, openclaw, github-copilot-cli, github-copilot-vscode, cline-cli, cline-vscode, amp-cli, goose-cli, pi-cli, hermes-agent, qwen-code-cli, kimi-cli, factory-droid, antigravity-app, gemini-cli, omp-cli` |
 | Shipped skills | `105` |
 | Workflow packages | `18` |

diff --git a/VERSION b/VERSION
@@ -1 +1 @@
-4.44.1
+4.44.2
diff --git a/ls/README.md b/ls/README.md
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 # LocalSetup Framework Engine
 
-**Version:** 4.44.1<br>
+**Version:** 4.44.2<br>
 
 `ls/` is the engine that makes the public LocalSetup promise real. It stores the framework code, shipped skills, workflow packages, platform templates, docs, tests, and install manifests that turn a repository into a portable agent workspace.
 
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ For the public product overview, start with the [root README](../README.md). Thi
 LocalSetup-managed entries in consuming repositories are install output. Adapter directories may also contain project-owned skills, files, and symlinks; preserve that content in place. See [adapter ownership](docs/ADAPTER_OWNERSHIP.md).
 
 <!-- release-link:start -->
-Read the [current release guide](docs/releases/4.44.1.md) for LocalSetup 4.44.1, including compatibility, updating, and verification. Find downloads in the [latest published release](https://github.com/CruxExperts/localsetup/releases/latest).
+Read the [current release guide](docs/releases/4.44.2.md) for LocalSetup 4.44.2, including compatibility, updating, and verification. Find downloads in the [latest published release](https://github.com/CruxExperts/localsetup/releases/latest).
 <!-- release-link:end -->
 
 ## Install flow

diff --git a/ls/core/release_docs/agent.py b/ls/core/release_docs/agent.py
@@ -64,15 +64,15 @@ def _mapped_source_paths(plan: Mapping[str, Any], document: str) -> set[str] | N
 
 @dataclass
 class CompletionBudget:
-    """Bound completion calls and wall time for one release-document preparation."""
+    """Bound the whole release-docs preparation session; calls also have a per-request timeout."""
     max_calls: int
     deadline: float
     calls: int = 0
 
     @classmethod
     def from_environment(cls) -> "CompletionBudget":
-        max_calls = int(os.environ.get("QC_LLM_MAX_CALLS", "240"))
-        seconds = int(os.environ.get("QC_LLM_TOTAL_DEADLINE_SECONDS", "1800"))
+        max_calls = int(os.environ.get("QC_LLM_MAX_CALLS", "800"))
+        seconds = int(os.environ.get("QC_LLM_TOTAL_DEADLINE_SECONDS", "9000"))
         if max_calls < 1 or seconds < 1:
             raise ValueError("QC_LLM_MAX_CALLS and QC_LLM_TOTAL_DEADLINE_SECONDS must be positive")
         return cls(max_calls=max_calls, deadline=time.monotonic() + seconds)

diff --git a/ls/docs/FEATURES.md b/ls/docs/FEATURES.md
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ This is the full public capability catalog for LocalSetup. The [root README](../
 ## Generated Facts
 
 <!-- facts-block:start -->
-- Current version: `4.44.1`
+- Current version: `4.44.2`
 - Supported platforms: `codex, claude-code, cursor, kilo, opencode, openclaw, github-copilot-cli, github-copilot-vscode, cline-cli, cline-vscode, amp-cli, goose-cli, pi-cli, hermes-agent, qwen-code-cli, kimi-cli, factory-droid, antigravity-app, gemini-cli, omp-cli`
 - Shipped skills: `105`
 - Workflow packages: `18`

diff --git a/ls/docs/README.md b/ls/docs/README.md
@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ This is the public documentation map for LocalSetup. Start here when you want th
 ## Generated Facts
 
 <!-- facts-block:start -->
-- Current version: `4.44.1`
+- Current version: `4.44.2`
 - Supported platforms: `codex, claude-code, cursor, kilo, opencode, openclaw, github-copilot-cli, github-copilot-vscode, cline-cli, cline-vscode, amp-cli, goose-cli, pi-cli, hermes-agent, qwen-code-cli, kimi-cli, factory-droid, antigravity-app, gemini-cli, omp-cli`
 - Shipped skills: `105`
 - Workflow packages: `18`
@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ This is the public documentation map for LocalSetup. Start here when you want th
 | [Harness automation](HARNESS_AUTOMATION.md) | Opt-in heartbeat activation, typed LSCli profiles, reserved actions/controller accounting, runtime artifacts, cron gating and command-policy boundaries. |
 
 <!-- release-link:start -->
-Read the [current release guide](releases/4.44.1.md) for LocalSetup 4.44.1, including compatibility, updating, and verification. Find downloads in the [latest published release](https://github.com/CruxExperts/localsetup/releases/latest).
+Read the [current release guide](releases/4.44.2.md) for LocalSetup 4.44.2, including compatibility, updating, and verification. Find downloads in the [latest published release](https://github.com/CruxExperts/localsetup/releases/latest).
 <!-- release-link:end -->
 
 The [4.4.0 guide](releases/4.4.0.md) covers the earlier context and package consolidation.

diff --git a/ls/docs/SKILLS.md b/ls/docs/SKILLS.md
@@ -4,10 +4,10 @@ version: 4.44
 owner_package: generate-docs
 localsetup_provenance:
   schema_version: 1
-  source_provenance_hash: 2d1c85b74c29b27750a66ecac8106cff3bfe355a0459c12b81bf3e8deec4fbb8
+  source_provenance_hash: 6f5c26907e30347f7d8258fe7ff29b10992aca9cf0d71f73f979e3e7a1311b67
   emitter: generate-docs
-framework_version: 4.44.1
-source_commit: cfb0f683ca9fea0b0c2c7b965089cbb39d43caea
+framework_version: 4.44.2
+source_commit: ac1e60dfd89c519b5b32cd32d4f4e0a3784000fe
 artifact_sha256: 73c1afab3e2ac3b53857cd025f86bd7ca57a0668c3093542ff2c9b4faf16ed88
 ---
 # Shipped skills catalog

diff --git a/ls/docs/VERSIONING.md b/ls/docs/VERSIONING.md
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ LocalSetup uses the root `VERSION` file as the source of truth for the framework
 ## Current Version
 
 - Source of truth: [`../../VERSION`](../../VERSION)
-- Current value: `4.44.1`
+- Current value: `4.44.2`
 - Generated facts: [`_generated/facts.json`](_generated/facts.json)
 
 ## 4.x major-line lock and one-time numbering reconciliation
@@ -26,12 +26,13 @@ This is a one-time arithmetic correction. The already-published v5.6.2 tag and
 assets remain immutable; that release's content maps to corrected arithmetic
 4.43.2 after the exact historical issue-100 MAJOR-to-MINOR numbering
 reconciliation. Branding maps to 4.44.0, followed by canonical
-repository-name policy at 4.44.1. At the time of this reconciliation, 4.44.1
-has not been published and is not current.
+repository-name policy at 4.44.1. Published v4.44.1 was the first release under
+corrected 4.x arithmetic and served as the baseline for the 4.44.2 patch. The
+v5.6.2 and v4.22.9 historical release evidence remains preserved.
 
 The SDK paging compatibility break and the Agent Q v2/envelope compatibility
 break remain. Renumbering does not restore source or protocol compatibility.
-The 4.44.1 release guidance must disclose both breaks clearly and must not imply
+The v4.44.1 release guidance must disclose both breaks clearly and must not imply
 that the numbering correction restored compatibility.
 
 ## Policy
@@ -214,11 +215,13 @@ receipt records the candidate commit and wheel digest. It does not select new
 dependency versions. Runtime provisioning failure retains evidence and blocks the
 affected run; it is never treated as successful qualification.
 Optional qualification enforces a total completion-call budget. Its hosted
-workflow allows two hours for model calls inside a 135-minute job, leaving runner
-time for validation and evidence upload. Direct local runs retain the 30-minute
-default unless the caller explicitly configures another positive deadline. An
-oversized release stops before publication with an actionable scope/slice error;
-incomplete audits are never recorded as successful coverage.
+workflow allows 9,000 seconds (150 minutes) for model calls inside a 165-minute
+job, leaving a 15-minute grace period for validation and evidence upload. Direct
+local runs use the same 150-minute default unless the caller explicitly
+configures another positive deadline. Each provider request has a separate
+timeout; the hosted workflow fallback is 180 seconds. An oversized release
+stops before publication with an actionable scope/slice error; incomplete audits
+are never recorded as successful coverage.
 
 Push the accepted source to `main` and wait for its required validation. Then
 create and verify an OpenPGP-signed annotated `vX.Y.Z` tag at that exact commit,

diff --git a/ls/docs/WORKFLOW_QUICK_REF.md b/ls/docs/WORKFLOW_QUICK_REF.md
@@ -4,10 +4,10 @@ version: 4.44
 owner_package: generate-docs
 localsetup_provenance:
   schema_version: 1
-  source_provenance_hash: 2d1c85b74c29b27750a66ecac8106cff3bfe355a0459c12b81bf3e8deec4fbb8
+  source_provenance_hash: 6f5c26907e30347f7d8258fe7ff29b10992aca9cf0d71f73f979e3e7a1311b67
   emitter: generate-docs
-framework_version: 4.44.1
-source_commit: cfb0f683ca9fea0b0c2c7b965089cbb39d43caea
+framework_version: 4.44.2
+source_commit: ac1e60dfd89c519b5b32cd32d4f4e0a3784000fe
 artifact_sha256: 393552d58b8412c44afc9fbbd0aff0975a19010d587d5779e0346ef5ff2e05a7
 ---
 # Workflow quick reference

diff --git a/ls/docs/WORKFLOW_REGISTRY.md b/ls/docs/WORKFLOW_REGISTRY.md
@@ -4,10 +4,10 @@ version: 4.44
 owner_package: generate-docs
 localsetup_provenance:
   schema_version: 1
-  source_provenance_hash: 2d1c85b74c29b27750a66ecac8106cff3bfe355a0459c12b81bf3e8deec4fbb8
+  source_provenance_hash: 6f5c26907e30347f7d8258fe7ff29b10992aca9cf0d71f73f979e3e7a1311b67
   emitter: generate-docs
-framework_version: 4.44.1
-source_commit: cfb0f683ca9fea0b0c2c7b965089cbb39d43caea
+framework_version: 4.44.2
+source_commit: ac1e60dfd89c519b5b32cd32d4f4e0a3784000fe
 artifact_sha256: 0407568324660bae06808812eb701709399b3cff93d4d8903dddf688487a6745
 ---
 # Workflow and module registry (LocalSetup)