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• It is just a small step towards preventing tragedy.
• Last February, a man had his 9 tragedy.
• tragedy because it's coming right now. tragedy because it's coming right now.
• And And there will be another tragedy.
• , fire that could have ended in tragedy, fire that could have ended in tragedy, but<05:51:30.958>

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• not have and this tragedy would not have occurred.<01:14:17.280> There<01:14:17.520> are
• We understand that this legislation will not prevent all tragedies, but it's an important measure for
• We understand that this legislation will not prevent all tragedies, but it's an important measure for
• <01:22:39.040> This Tavern tragedy and it is a tragedy.
• This Tavern tragedy and it is a tragedy.

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• Um, as a reminder, this is my bill that came out of the tragedy in St.
• As a reminder, this is my bill that came out of the tragedy in St.

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• Um, we've experienced some tragedy together.
• Um we've experienced some tragedy<00:11:58.640> together.
• 59.839> Uh<00:12:00.160> we're<00:12:00.480> also<00:12:00.640> heading tragedy
• Uh we're also heading tragedy together.

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• But 100% of those tragedies are preventable with the right knowledge, the right education, and the right
• Senate Bill 428 gives us the opportunity to reach more children and prevent tragedies before they happen
• autism community, we advocate, and I respectfully urge you to support SB 428 and help us prevent tragedies
• So this is going to go a long way to help children in our state and prevent these tragedies from happening

Summary: The Committee on Fiscal Policy met and reported favorably a series of bills after hearing sponsor presentations, public testimony, and roll-call votes. Among the health and public safety measures, CS/SB 68 would require pediatric readiness standards in hospital emergency departments; CS/SB 340 would require nursing students to complete human trafficking identification training; CS/SB 32 and SB 210 would create a new injunction process and related public records provisions for victims of serious violence by a known person; and SB 418 would add autism-focused law enforcement training and a voluntary Blue Envelope Program for drivers with ASD. Each of these bills received supportive testimony and passed the committee. The committee also approved several child safety and community protection measures. CS/SB 606 would add drowning prevention and safe bathing education to postpartum materials, and SB 428 would expand the state swim lesson voucher program to older children, with strong support from advocates and families concerned about drowning risks, especially for children with autism. CS/SB 302 would streamline permitting and incentives for nature-based coastal resiliency projects, and SB 636 would create an alternative beach management pathway for coastal communities, though beach preservation advocates warned about perpetual easement language and funding concerns. SB 628, designating Warrior Sacrifice Way in Pensacola, also passed unanimously. In addition, the committee advanced CS/SB 1734 on juvenile justice, with a late-file amendment updating definitions for juvenile probation and detention officers and codifying detention cost-share language. It also reported favorably CS/SB 246, a specialty license plate bill that was amended to include the UFC plate and an additional first responders resiliency plate, and CS/SB 1028, which revises Citizens Property Insurance Corporation clearinghouse procedures and related insurance market rules. Several witnesses testified in support or with technical concerns on the insurance bill, and members discussed competitive safeguards, clearinghouse scope, and Citizens’ assessment risk. At the end of the meeting, members requested to be recorded on specific bills, and the committee adjourned.

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• But signing a piece of paper twice a year doesn't fix any of those problems that lead to the tragedy.
• But signing a piece of paper twice-a-year doesn't fix any of 1121 those problems that lead to the tragedy
• their kids sleeping through the night, helping with a whole host of things that lead to this terrible tragedy
• kids sleeping through the night, helping with a whole 1131 host of things that lead to this terrible tragedy

Summary: The Student Academic Success Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard four bills, beginning with HB 423 on school elopement plans for students with autism or other elopement risks. The sponsors described the bill as a statewide framework for school elopement response plans, immediate parent notification, campus search procedures, and staff training. Public testimony from parents, disability advocates, and a teacher emphasized the dangers of elopement and the need for standardized procedures; members from both parties spoke strongly in support. The bill was reported favorably by a 15-0 vote. The committee next considered HB 1253, which allows coaches to use limited personal funds, up to $15,000 per athletic team per year, to support student-athletes with food, transportation, and physical rehabilitation services. An amendment added guardrails, including that the coach be a school employee, clarified the scope of athletic associations covered, and refined the rehabilitation language. Members discussed the bill as a way to help students in need while avoiding recruiting concerns, and the bill passed favorably 14-0 after the amendment was adopted. HB 1091 addressed dental screenings for K-12 students in districts that voluntarily offer them. The bill requires advance written notice to parents and an opt-out process, and clarifies that screenings are informational only, with any findings sent to parents rather than compelling treatment. An amendment added the language to student welfare provisions as well as school health services. Public testimony from dental and health advocates supported the measure, and the bill was reported favorably 14-0. Finally, the committee heard HB 765 on child care and early learning services. The bill expands before- and after-care options for certain school-based preschool programs without requiring a child care facility license, removes a flu brochure inspection requirement, bars insurance cancellation based on providing child care, creates a professional recognition program, and establishes a child care tuition fund. Two amendments broadened the bill to public and nonpublic elementary schools and created the Brighter Futures fund concept. After debate, the bill passed favorably 13-1, and the meeting adjourned.

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• We can empower communities with information about secure storage and prevent terrible tragedies.
• Nobody is immune from firearm tragedies or gun theft caused by unsecured firearms.
• Nobody is immune from firearm tragedies or gun theft caused by unsecured firearms.
• Nobody is immune from firearm tragedies or gun theft caused by unsecured firearms.
• We owe it to our students to also send home information that can prevent the tragedy.

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Summary: The committee opened a public hearing on 41 bills related to school climate and safety, with chairs Jason Lewis and Ken Gordon outlining procedures and noting more than 125 witnesses. The first major topic was the “Study Act” on cell phones in schools and related social media restrictions (House 666/Senate 335). Secretary of Education Pat Tutwiler and Attorney General Andrea Campbell testified in strong support, arguing that bell-to-bell phone-free policies would improve student focus, reduce anxiety and distraction, and support mental health. Several legislators also supported the approach, though Representative Jeff Turco and Senator John Keenan emphasized narrower bills focused only on school-day phone restrictions rather than broader social media regulation. Senator John Velis likewise backed a comprehensive school-hours restriction, citing student distraction and mental health concerns. Representative Tarsky described successful implementation of a Yondr pouch system in a school where he served as principal, saying it improved engagement and reduced bullying and discipline issues. The committee then heard testimony on a bill to prohibit Native American mascots in public schools (Senate 312/House 575). Senator Joe Comerford, Brittany Wally, and Rhonda Anderson all urged passage, saying Native mascots are dehumanizing, harmful to Native youth, and inconsistent with civil rights and educational values. They described support from tribal nations and noted that many Massachusetts schools have already changed mascots, but some still resist. The hearing also included testimony on school start times (House 647/Senate 360), where middle school students Caroline Duffy and Emery Jarvis described exhaustion and survey data showing widespread sleep deprivation. Former educator Telia Jacobs, former principal Rep. Tarsky, and others argued that later start times would improve health, learning, and student well-being, while acknowledging transportation and scheduling challenges. Zoriana Petrosian, who helped write one of the bills as a student, said the state already has enough research to act now. Additional bills drew testimony on related school issues. Dr. Raul Fernandez supported a bill promoting racially integrated schools (Senate 324), citing a recent advisory council report showing large disparities in segregated schools and urging DESE to develop a statewide integration strategy. On safe firearm storage education (House 548/Senate 397), multiple witnesses from Grassroots for Gun Violence Prevention and school communities supported annual school-based education about secure storage, saying it would help prevent child access to unsecured firearms and build on local resolutions already adopted in some districts. The committee also heard testimony on bills to expand career and academic plans (House 533/Senate 438), with speakers saying more structured planning would help students make informed college and career choices. Later, testimony on child sexual abuse prevention and survivor support bills described the prevalence of abuse, the need for training in schools and youth-serving organizations, and the importance of extending compensation and prevention measures. Throughout the hearing, chairs repeatedly closed bills with no witnesses and moved the agenda forward, but no votes were taken in the portion of the transcript provided.

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• It's the human tragedy that moves us to care.
• Senator, I believe that every abortion is a tragedy. Did you say it? Mr. Kennedy, this matters.
• I agree with President Trump that every abortion is a tragedy.
• ...with President Trump that every abortion is a tragedy, that we can't be a moral authority in this
• Senator, I agree with President Trump that every abortion is a tragedy.

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• I also, as you'd mentioned, uh, want to reference, I think, why we are here because of terrible tragedies
• We spent time in the communities where these tragedies occurred.
• <00:02:59.440> that<00:02:59.680> have because of terrible tragedies that have because
• communities where these tragedies communities where these tragedies occurred.<00:05:00.960> That
• So, for instance, the Enunciation tragedy would fall under the active shooter scenario, but it doesn't

Bills: HF3653, HF2717, HF3451, HF3857

Keywords: education finance, safe schools revenue, school safety, charter schools, funding, safe schools, school security, school levy, pupil units, safe schools aid, cooperative units, intermediate school district, school resource officer, peace officer liaison, sheriff liaison, drug abuse prevention, gang resistance education, violence prevention, suicide prevention, mental health services

Summary: The committee first adopted the March 3rd minutes by voice vote after Representative Lee moved them and there was no discussion. Members then reviewed hearing rules on decorum, safety, and participation before taking testimony from Dr. James Densley and Dr. Jillian Peterson of the Violence Prevention Project Research Center at Hamline University. The presenters summarized research on mass shootings and K-12 school shootings, drawing on a database of homicides in school settings from 2000 to 2025 and a smaller set of 15 K-12 mass shooting cases. They said school shooters are usually insiders, most often current or former students, and typically young males. They described common patterns including a noticeable crisis before attacks, perpetrators viewing the shooting as a final act, studying prior shooters online, and “leakage” in which most tell someone in advance. They also emphasized that many perpetrators use unsecured firearms from family members and argued that prevention should combine reporting systems, behavioral threat assessment, counseling, mentoring, secure storage, and other layered interventions rather than rely on a single solution. The presenters also discussed broader violence trends in the Twin Cities, saying much school violence is spillover from community violence and that pandemic-era disruptions and weakened trust in institutions contributed to serious violence. They cited a national survey finding that exposure to gun violence is associated with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and fear of public spaces, especially among young people. During member questions, Representative Wam asked for clarification on the data set and the rural/small-town share of the survey sample.

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• This tragedy is so very real, the numbers shocking.
• This tragedy is so very real, the numbers shocking.
• This tragedy is so very to protect them.
• All together, we can end this tragedy. Thank you.
• All together, we can end this tragedy. Thank you.

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• considering HB 160 in the same session where Louisiana is still carrying the weight of the April 19 tragedy
• across Acadiana, they have experienced multiple murders, a suicide, and severe domestic violence tragedies
• across Acadiana, they have experienced multiple murders to a suicide and severe domestic violence tragedies

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• make them aware of how bad that curve is and to also remember the lives lost as a result of this tragedy
• make them aware of how bad that curve is and to also remember the lives lost as a result of this tragedy
• he's more than willing to do whatever he needs to do because he knew both parties involved in this tragedy

Summary: The committee first adopted Amendment Set 527 without objection, then adopted Amendment Set 5327, which adds a compliance officer requirement and related qualifications for the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority. Supporters of Senate Bill 56 argued that the Lafitte levee district lacks sufficient recurring revenue to maintain its system and that the West Bank flood authority could provide professional management, coordination, and financial support. Testimony also raised concerns about governance problems at SLFPA East and about unresolved landowner damage claims tied to prior levee work. The committee reported SB 56 favorably with amendments. The Department of Transportation and Development secretary then gave an update on the agency’s transformation initiatives, including outsourcing, construction process improvements, faster contractor payments, quicker change-order approvals, and higher project delivery rates. The committee next reported Senate Bill 171 favorably, which cleans up language for the recreation, economy, navigation, and transportation authority board, and Senate Bill 252 favorably, which allows driver’s license records to reflect both acceptance and refusal of anatomical gift authorization. Senate Bill 72, dealing with electronic vehicle titles and registration, was amended extensively to modernize OMV processes, require electronic lien and title functions for certain users, and set implementation timelines; it was then reported with amendments. House Bill 939, which would create a Louisiana Vehicle Commission by consolidating the motor vehicle commissions, was amended with a substitute but then voluntarily deferred to allow more stakeholder work. Senate Bill 129, creating a Master Combat Infantry Specialty license plate and adding a special plate provision for designated state officials tied to Supreme Court parking/security concerns, was reported with amendments. Finally, House Resolution 243, urging safety warning signage on the Tickfaw River after a fatal boating accident, was amended to shift responsibility to parish governing authorities and was reported with amendments.

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• This tragedy devastated my community, Mr.
• Because every one of these tragedies leaves behind a family whose lives will never be the same.
• Because every one of these tragedies leaves behind a family whose lives will never be the same.

Keywords: March 13, 2026 - Regular Session Part 2, 976, house, all

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• This is not a single tragedy. This is not an isolated moment.
• citizens, are being caught in escalating encounters that are ending in unavoidable, sorry, avoidable tragedy
• to remote border operations into the heart of a dense American city, the result is the chaos and tragedy

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Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, attendance, and approval of the prior journal. Members then recognized several guest groups and proclamations, including the Alzheimer’s Association, the Arizona Society of CPAs, the Arizona Airports Association (with a proclamation designating Arizona Aviation Day), and students from Onyose Day Academy in Yuma for School Choice Week. Additional guest introductions included school choice and community advocates. The chamber then handled executive nominations and a long list of bill introductions and committee referrals. Measures covered a wide range of topics, including veterans’ property tax exemptions, ESA reporting and spending limits, public school communications requirements, sentencing and expungement, SNAP work and audit provisions, immigration-related restrictions, water and land issues, election law, domestic relations, health insurance and fertility coverage, and several education, transportation, and public safety proposals. The Senate also moved through second-reading consideration of numerous bills and resolutions, including measures on voting security, prison sentencing, weather modification, water supply, emergency shelters, rural health, reentry programs, and foreign contributions. A large portion of the floor time was taken up by personal privilege statements focused on human rights and immigration enforcement. Senators from both parties spoke about alleged abuses by federal immigration authorities, citing deaths and injuries in several states and calling for investigations, transparency, and an end to excessive force. Separate remarks also addressed a humanitarian crisis in Iran, with a resolution read in support of human rights and the Iranian people. The chamber recessed and later reconvened to continue reading bills and announcements. No substantive floor votes on legislation were taken in the transcript beyond routine procedural actions, and the meeting ended with committee announcements and adjournment until the next scheduled session.

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• Laken Riley's death is a tragedy.
• I want the American people to know what is in this bill, because in the wake of tragedy we are seeing
• I want the American people to know what is in this bill, because in the wake of tragedy we are seeing
• In the wake of tragedy, we are seeing a fundamental erosion of our civil rights in this bill.
• and the victim of a crime it is tragedy and the victim of a crime it is shameful<04:53:38.080> it

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Investigating Committees to establish a complete and factual record of the events surrounding this tragedy
• So one year ago, tragedy struck along the Guadalupe River and throughout the Hill Country.
• Helping lead a thorough review of Camp Mystic and the circumstances surrounding this tragedy.
• with our House counterparts, sought to uncover the facts, identify failures, and prevent similar tragedies

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• state just agreed to a $53 million settlement with veterans and their families arising from those tragedies
• Then years later, Sussex County is still fighting to obtain records from the Andover subacute tragedy
• state just agreed to a $53 million settlement with veterans and their families arising from those tragedies
• Then years later, Sussex County is still fighting to obtain records from the Andover subacute tragedy

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• while it may not get the same headlines it did then, we can never lose sight of our duty to prevent tragedy
• ><00:34:55.359> duty<00:34:56.159> to<00:34:56.480> prevent<00:34:56.879> tragedy
• <00:34:57.359> and sight of our duty to prevent tragedy and sight of our duty to prevent tragedy

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• These lifeguards are often the first line of defense between safety and tragedy.
• Their work requires vigilance, tragedy.
• Speaker, on May 18, 2018, the Santa Fe community experienced a tragedy that forever changed families
• But even in the midst of the unspeakable tragedy, the people of Santa Fe showed extraordinary strength
• <02:32:59.359> to jurisdictions to experience tragedy to jurisdictions to experience tragedy

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, May 14, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• And too often, we only discover them after tragedy strikes.
• We can protect our family from preventable tragedies. We can reduce our carbon footprint.
• We can protect our families from preventable tragedies.
• We can protect our family from preventable tragedies. We can reduce our carbon footprint.
• We can protect our families from preventable tragedies.

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Summary: The committee heard testimony on a wide range of late-file energy bills, with much of the discussion focused on battery storage siting, gas system expansion, propane consumer protections, gas workforce safety, and a Taunton home-rule petition on water rates for manufactured housing communities. Representative Sweeney urged support for H. 4689 and H. 4690, which would impose a moratorium and setback requirements for lithium battery storage facilities, citing fire risk, proximity to homes, and environmental concerns. Several local officials and residents from Oakham, Tewksbury, and other communities described proposed battery projects near homes, schools, wetlands, and conservation land, while industry and clean-energy advocates argued the bills would effectively block storage development and conflict with state energy goals and existing fire-safety standards. The committee also heard strong support for S. 2290/H. 3547, a bill to prevent gas expansion near environmental justice communities, from environmental justice advocates, municipal officials, and clean-energy groups. Testimony emphasized rising gas bills, the cost of new pipelines, methane and health impacts, and the need to avoid locking in long-term gas infrastructure costs. Witnesses also discussed related bills on gas workforce safety, gas shut-off valves, and gas meter replacement plans, with labor representatives supporting safety-focused measures and opposing changes they said would weaken inspections, while consumer and environmental advocates argued that some utility replacement practices are unnecessarily expensive and should be reined in to reduce ratepayer costs. Other testimony included support for H. 3518 on propane gas ratepayer protections, with the witness arguing for clearer contract terms and website price disclosure, and support for S. 2652, which would authorize Taunton to create a separate water billing rate for manufactured housing communities because residents there are effectively paying higher water costs through rent due to a single master meter. No committee votes or final actions were taken during the hearing, and members mostly asked brief clarifying questions or made no comment after testimony.