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• Just a quick question on this 22 acres that you've been struggling to get the title to and complete.
• That is a dedicated title from the original inhabitants of the grant, and a lot of your members still
• You could not buy a property in the Tierra Madre land grant with title insurance prior to 1965.
• He told us that they were a protected species and we couldn't trap them anymore.
• One claimant submitted a petition to the Surveyor General seeking the confirmation of their title to

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• relating to vehicle title relating to vehicle title transfers<00:23:21.159> this<00:23:21.320
• The court then considered whether due process was afforded to protect against erroneous deprivation of
• The court then considered whether due process was afforded to protect against erroneous deprivation of
• The court then considered whether due process was afforded to protect against erroneous deprivation of
• Next measure: Senate Bill 1522, House Draft 1, relating to vehicle title transfers.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs heard several transportation and public safety measures on March 28, 2025. SB 1195 would prohibit parking within certain distances of crosswalks and intersections, direct parking fine revenue to the Safe Routes to School special fund, and remove the need for signs or curb markings in some cases. The Department of Transportation, Department of Health, and Ulupono Initiative supported the bill, emphasizing improved visibility, pedestrian safety, and funding for school-route improvements; written testimony included both support and one opposition. No vote was taken during the hearing segment provided. The committee also heard SB 1102 on the aircraft rescue firefighting unit chief, which would set term-based appointment provisions for the airport division’s fire chief. DOT supported the measure, saying it would give the director flexibility to select leadership and adapt to changing needs, while a member asked about current removal procedures for underperforming employees. The bill was presented as a management and leadership measure, with no action taken in the excerpt. SB 1216, addressing noisy mufflers and safety inspection requirements, drew DOT support in principle but concern that existing rules already cover inspection standards and that enforcement after inspection remains difficult; DOT also described a planned noise-detection camera pilot on Oʻahu. Testimony included support from neighborhood and advocacy groups and opposition from three individuals. For SB 30, which would require helmets for moped riders under 21, DOT and HPD supported the bill, citing crash data and injury prevention; testimony was evenly split overall, with six in support and six in opposition. SB 344 would require helmets for skateboard users under 18; DOT supported it, and a DOT witness explained current helmet rules for other devices such as e-bikes, scooters, and motorcycles. SB 1095, increasing decal size limits for special number plates, drew DOT concerns that larger decals could interfere with plate readability and automated enforcement. SB 1522 would make proof of filing required vehicle-transfer notice forms a complete defense to actions arising from the vehicle’s later use or abandonment; the Judiciary said it had no position on the bill’s merits but objected to language requiring new court forms and raised access and legal-advice concerns, while Honolulu’s Department of Customer Services supported the measure. The committee then heard SB 597, extending the deadline for the Administrative Driver’s License Revocation Office to issue written review decisions. The Attorney General and DOT supported the extension, citing limited toxicology capacity and shipping delays for testing, and several law enforcement and public health entities also supported it. In contrast, the ADLRO hearing officer testified with serious concerns about due process, warning that eliminating or delaying the review process could create constitutional problems, disproportionately burden people without attorneys, and jeopardize thousands of cases. Finally, SB 1285 proposed a tiered revocation system for DUI arrests; ADLRO strongly opposed it on due process grounds, while DOT supported it as a safety measure and the Hawaii Public Health Institute commented that evidence is lacking for standalone mandatory revocation and suggested stronger impaired-driving standards instead. The committee had not yet taken final action in the portion provided.

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• that window of not mandated to have a title but not an antique title available.
• DMV to apply for the title. DMV to apply for the title.
• just go in and apply for the titled just go in and apply for the title?
• title? title?
• that is not mandatory for title. that is not mandatory for title.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• When cemeteries lose owners, they also are losing protection.
• It’s carefully crafted with robust consumer protections, and as the author stated, those protections
• It’s carefully crafted with robust consumer protections, and as the author stated, those protections
• These protections are not theoretical concerns.
• protect California patients, and ensure quality care.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Now, if you actually look at the next page... which is titled Certification Ending Balance.
• Now, if you don't mind, the next page, which you can. see at the top, is titled Sales Tax and Total Tax
• Multiple titles are being changed.
• Protected Services. And this is on page 107 of your packet.
• Adult Protective Services protects adults over 60. with a disability that are living in their own home

Keywords: budget, House Bill 1, public education, healthcare, border security, federal funding, spending limits

Summary: The meeting primarily focused on reviewing the proposed budget for the upcoming biennium, with substantial discussions around House Bill 1 and its implications for public education, healthcare, and border security. The Comptroller presented a revenue overview indicating a total of $194.6 billion available for general purpose spending, which reflects a slight decrease compared to previous years due to fluctuating economic conditions. Members raised questions regarding spending limits and the impact of federal funding on state programs, highlighting concerns about the sustainability of funding in light of potential changes at the federal level.

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• And the acres drained or protected by the physical works of the project may no longer be protected to
• , that's what they were agreeing to protect.
• And we have roads that we have to protect.
• So we are protecting everybody, even including Canada, and we're not protecting our local inundated farmers
• So I'm sure that they are wishing and wanting to protect their interests as well. to protect their interests

Keywords: 908, all

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• This uncertainty overflows onto our partners in law enforcement and child protection.
• This uncertainty overflows onto our partners in law enforcement and child protection.
• Andrew, please state your name and your title for the record, and you can begin.
• I forget your title what's your title<00:32:21.679> there<00:32:22.279> I'm<00:32:22.480
• > interim<00:32:23.039> executive title there I'm interim executive title there I'm interim

Keywords: 1183, house

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• chains that you would find here in the state of California, and we are proud to work with advocates to protect
• California, one that prides itself on our consumer protection and animal welfare has unfortunately fallen
• So our day-to-day name is the CEO, but under CalHR, our title is secretary manager.
• Finally, SB 493 standardizes the title from fair manager to secretary manager.
• code because in code it switches from fair manager to secretary manager, but by CalHR standards our title

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Now, therefore, the New Hampshire State Senate recognizes Audi Karnney for his kind ambition protecting
• and championing protecting seniors and championing digital<00:17:41.039> literacy<00:17:42.320
• Without objection, the clerk shall read<00:20:41.039> the<00:20:41.280> title<00:20:41.679
• the<00:20:42.240> veto<00:20:42.720> message<00:20:43.120> only, read the title
• of the veto message only, read the title of the veto message only, and<00:20:43.840> the<00:20

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• SB 1201 helps protect veterans from these cuts. Thank you.
• It directs the state to seek federal waivers to protect these vulnerable veterans, ensure that job search
• Until they do, the least that we can do is make sure we are doing all we can in California to protect
• Federal cuts have been harmful, specific to veterans, and SB 1201 gives California a chance to protect
• I want to clarify that this bill does not affect the activation of the Guard under Title 10.

Summary: The committee heard several veterans-related bills. SB 888 would exclude VA service-connected disability compensation from household income when determining eligibility for the low-income disabled veterans’ property tax exemption. Support came from veterans organizations, county veterans services groups, and local officials; there was no opposition, and the bill was approved and sent to Appropriations. SB 1040 would create a state-local matching program for veterans’ cemetery maintenance endowments, with the state matching private or local deposits up to $250,000 per cemetery per year. It drew support from veterans groups and county representatives and was also approved and sent to Appropriations. The committee also considered SB 1407, which would exempt military retirement pay and surviving spouse military retirement benefits from state income tax. The author and supporters argued it would help retain military retirees in California and support the workforce and economy. The bill received broad support from veterans organizations, county officials, and labor representatives, with no opposition, and was moved to Appropriations, with the roll held open and later completed. SB 1034 would streamline access to disabled veteran parking placards for veterans rated 100% permanent and total, and SB 1201, the No Hungry Heroes Act, would seek federal waivers and other changes to protect vulnerable veterans from CalFresh/SNAP cuts and ensure referrals to county veterans service officers. Both bills had support from veterans advocates and food banks, no opposition, and were approved to Appropriations. Finally, SB 1354 would prohibit out-of-state military personnel from entering California to perform military or law enforcement functions without the governor’s permission, while preserving Title 10 activations and mutual aid arrangements. The author and the California Public Defenders Association framed it as a safeguard for state authority and civil rights; there was no opposition, and it was sent to Public Safety. After the main votes, the committee later completed the held rolls and reported the bills out, then adjourned after thanking veterans and attendees.

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• SB 1201 helps protect veterans from these cuts.
• It directs the state to seek federal waivers to protect these vulnerable veterans, ensure that job search
• Until they do, the least that we can do is make sure we are doing all we can in California to protect
• Federal cuts have been harmful, specifically to veterans, and SB 1201 gives California a chance to protect
• I want to clarify that ...this bill does not affect the activation of the Guard under Title 10.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• <00:12:27.600> Thank protection. Senator Rasmmanson. Thank protection.
• The bill is passed and its title nays. The bill is passed and its title agreed<00:31:34.159> to.
• <00:36:12.079> the sizes of water bottles to protect the sizes of water bottles to protect
• uh you get to protect $1 of your assets. uh you get to protect $1 of your assets.
• do and we need to protect it today. do and we need to protect it today.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• we gathered last time to discuss our legislative budget, we talked about the need to continue to protect
• In natural resources and environmental protection, the budget includes a shift of $1 billion from the
• General Fund to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund to support Cal Fire’s fire protection activities in
• AB 124 is the Resources and Environmental Protection trailer bill.
• Protecting immigrants means protecting their access to health care. Thank you. Thank you, Mr.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Committee held an informational hearing on the final three-party budget agreement and related trailer bills, with the Department of Finance outlining the major budget bill and omnibus measures. Finance described a package built around balancing the state budget amid economic uncertainty, preserving core health and safety-net programs, and making significant ongoing reductions in some state programs. The budget bill included major items such as shifting $1 billion from the General Fund to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for Cal Fire, funding universal transitional kindergarten, deferring some UC and CSU funding, supporting foster care and homelessness programs, providing Proposition 36 implementation funding, and achieving Medi-Cal savings through changes to benefits and eligibility. The committee also heard that votes on the budget bills were expected later in the week and the following Monday. Finance then walked through the trailer bills, including health, human services, early learning, education, resources, energy, transportation, labor, housing, tax, public safety, courts, general government, cannabis, and energy-related measures. Notable provisions included a Medi-Cal enrollment freeze for certain adults, new premiums and benefit changes for some immigrants, child care COLA changes, education funding for literacy, teacher support, universal meals, and community college student support, as well as resource and climate measures affecting Cal Fire staffing and energy permitting. The housing trailer bill drew the most discussion, with provisions on CEQA streamlining, a vehicle miles traveled mitigation banking program, a renters’ credit trigger, and a six-year moratorium on new residential building standards. Members also discussed a film tax credit expansion, cannabis enforcement funding, a tribal police pilot program, and changes to tax policy, including military retirement income exclusions and wildfire settlement payment exclusions. Committee members largely praised the staff and the budget process, but several raised concerns and asked detailed questions, especially about the housing trailer bill’s new wage standards, tribal consultation provisions, and possible effects on prevailing wage protections. Finance explained that the housing language was intended to set wage floors for market-rate projects receiving CEQA streamlining, with different county-based tiers and a notwithstanding clause preserving existing prevailing wage laws. Members also questioned the size and timing of funding for the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative, Clean Cars for All, Proposition 36, and the film tax credit expansion. Other members highlighted support for public safety, veterans’ tax relief, child care providers, housing production, and higher education, while some expressed concern that the budget’s policy changes were being negotiated too quickly or without enough stakeholder input.

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• She was the first felony prosecutor against domestic violence and working to protect women.
• AB. 4452 by Garcia Bay relates to the protection of the rights of the consensus of the child welfare
• HB 4531 by Bo Johnny Ring, the status of certain documents or instruments purporting or conveyed title
• HB 4578 by Metcalf relating to the titling, registration, and operation of a miniature vehicle referred
• HB 4781 by Noble relating to factors in the Department of Family and Protective Services must consider

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• <00:09:43.519> our narrow bill designed to protect our narrow bill designed to protect our
• Protecting them is not the power on.
• <01:18:56.800> Uh title. It doesn't get any more safe. Uh title.
• <01:19:21.199> versus have an on-road use t uh title versus have an on-road use t uh title
• that the rateayers can be protected that the rateayers can be protected through<01:46:01.360>

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:01:12 Approval of Minutes 00:02:25 Co-Chair & Member Comments 00:02:48 Discussion of 2025 SB 137 00:06:58 Outdoor Adventure Tourism Opportunities 00:41:56 Public Service Commission Update 01:21:37, 958, all

Summary: The committee meeting began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and approval of the prior minutes. Members also observed a moment of reflection for Charlie Kirk and offered condolences to Representative Bobby McCool on the death of his mother. Representative Fugate then made announcements about the ongoing ATV/UTV trail system, including an October 21 opening in Letcher County and an October 2 groundbreaking in Knott County, and staff was asked to circulate the dates to members. The main agenda item was Senate Bill 137, presented by Senator Cassie Chambers Armstrong with testimony from George Ecklan of the Coalition of the Homeless and Wesley Bryant, a flood survivor and Eastern Kentucky resident. The bill would prohibit utility disconnections for non-payment during dangerous weather and emergencies, including extreme cold, excessive heat, and declared natural disasters. Supporters said the measure is narrow, does not forgive past-due balances or change reconnection policies, and is intended to protect vulnerable residents, reduce risks to first responders, and create a minimum statewide standard amid a patchwork of utility policies. They cited weather thresholds and historical examples of extreme weather and disaster declarations in Kentucky. Testimony emphasized the human impact of shutoffs, especially for low-income households, older adults, and families facing illness or disaster recovery. Bryant described experiences with people shivering without heat or struggling to keep children cool when power was cut off, calling electricity a lifeline rather than a luxury. Representative Gu raised concerns that utility bills have become unaffordable due to broader policy and rate issues, argued that some customers may not pay if shutoffs are prohibited, and questioned whether the bill was needed. Senator Chambers Armstrong responded that the proposal is limited to non-payment shutoffs during short periods of dangerous conditions and is meant to keep people safe during emergencies. No vote or final action on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• Your name, your title, and you speak to the mic.
• New protections, and I agree with that.
• My job as her dad was to protect her. I wasn't there to do that.
• Could you make sure and say your name and your title, and also your name and your title for the record
• It never triggers the 2001.054(b)'s protection.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• voted to protect kids.
• It protects our elders. It protects all of us.
• It protects our elders.
• And yes, of course, protect judges, protect ourselves, protect everyone that exists within this entire
• The title is agreed to.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The House took up Senate File 3432, a public safety bill requiring identifying equipment and insignia to be removed from emergency vehicles sold to the public. The chamber first adopted a House language amendment, then debated a broader security package that would fund judicial and courthouse security, Capitol security measures, short-term protection for legislators facing credible threats, State Patrol deficiency funding, and additional BCA analysts and investigators to assess threats statewide. Supporters framed the bill as necessary to protect public safety, democracy, and First Amendment activity at the Capitol and courthouses; they also said the package was pared down from larger requests and based on security reviews. The House adopted an A-1 amendment clarifying that BCA staff could investigate threats statewide, and later rejected a Schultz A-3 amendment that would have eliminated all appropriations in the bill. The A-3 was defeated on a 37-94 vote after the House upheld the Speaker’s ruling that a proposed school-safety secondary amendment was not germane, with that appeal decided 69-62. A major theme of debate was whether the Legislature should prioritize security for members and the Capitol before passing school safety funding. Several members argued they could not support spending tens of millions on Capitol and legislative security without first funding school safety for all students, including public, charter, private, and tribal schools. Others defended the bill as necessary because of recent threats and violence, including the June 14 tragedy, and said the Capitol security changes were based on professional recommendations. Some members also criticized the new security setup as overly restrictive or “security theater,” while supporters said the measures were needed to keep the public, staff, and lawmakers safe. After the A-3 was defeated, the bill was read for third time and members continued floor debate. The discussion remained split between those emphasizing immediate Capitol and legislative security needs and those insisting school safety should come first. Representative Agbaje then moved to table the bill, and the clerk began a roll call on that motion.

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• To protect working families and make sure local people could keep more of what they earn.
• They recognize and protect them. That's what the Constitution does.
• Ben won a title a second time and successfully defended it many times.
• And successfully defended it many times during his world title run.
• And really appreciate you being here for protecting us.

Bills: HB1800, HB1860, HB2250, HB472, HB649, HB1391, HB1481, HB1509, HB1511, HB1515, HB1518, HB1541, HB1548, HB1576, HB1618, HB1642, HB1643, HB1661, HB1667, HB1678, HB1682, HB1688, HB1692, HB1707, HB1710, HB1711, HB1713, HB1718, HB1721, HB1728, HB1737, HB1740, HB1741, HB1785, HB1801, HB1802, HB1804, HB1810, HB1815, HB1824, HB1838, HB1839, HB1853, HB1854, HB1864, HB1870, HB1881, HB1888, HB1890, HB1891, HB1894, HB1920, HB1959, HB1960, HB1969, HB1973, HB1974, HB2023, HB2050, HB2078, HB2094, HB2095, HB2104, HB2137, HB2152, HB2158, HB2171, HB2207, HB2218, HB2246, HB2270, HB2271, HB2272, HB2279, HB2282, HB2289, HB2293, HB2297, HB2300, HB2309, HB2310, HB2314, HB2319, HB2329, HB2338, HB2339, HB2344, HB2361, HB2385, HB2395, HB2417, HB2429, HB2443, HB2452, HB2474, HB2475, HB2498, HB2505, HB2547, HB2576

Keywords: supplemental appropriations, state budget, Hawaii budget, biennial budget, capital improvement projects, CIP, general fund, special fund, green fee, special land and development fund, clean energy revolving loan fund, agricultural development revolving fund, community grants, nonprofit grants, Office of Community Services, housing, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, mental health

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• businesses filing fraud protection. businesses filing fraud protection.
• Members, vote and protect our voters.
• They do a ton of consumer protection. They have lawyers working in consumer protection.
• They have war uh consumer protection.
• And I was song titles to his bill.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Senate Bill 280, having been read twice by title, is sort of printed and referred to the Senate Education
• Senate Bill 281, having been read twice by title, is sort of printed and referred to the.
• An act relating to the courts, amending the Structured Settlement Protection Act, requiring the appointment
• Senate Bill 283 had been read twice by title, printed, and then referred to the Senate Rules Committee
• Senate Bill 284 has been read twice by title, printed, and referred to the Senate Tax, Business, and