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• Chris was a man of service. He was a U.S.
• He always put his service above himself.
• put honor and bravery he always put him put his<00:03:52.439> service<00:03:53.000> above<
• /c> his service above his service above himself<00:03:54.840> Chris<00:03:55.239> is<00
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Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a personal privilege statement from a member who spoke about the fatal shooting of his cousin, U.S. Border Patrol Agent David Chrismland, in Vermont. The member described Chrismland’s military and law enforcement service and requested a moment of silence, which the House observed. A quorum was then established, and the Journal of the previous day was approved without objection. Standing committee and division reports were also adopted without objection. The House then received first reading of House Files 11 through 193 and took up a large set of non-controversial motions and resolutions. One resolution offered by Representative Nisa addressed the absence of the 66 DFL members from the chamber and urged the Governor to enforce the law and direct the State Patrol and Sergeant at Arms to secure the absent members so the House could continue its work. Nisa said the House needed to restore order and complete the budget. Representative McDonald supported the resolution, saying Democrats needed to return so the House could do the business of Minnesotans. The resolution was adopted by voice vote. The House then approved a motion to adjourn until 3:30 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2025, and subsequently adjourned on that schedule.

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• services.
• services.
• life, but her service to our country. life, but her service to our country.
• service of criminal activity. service of criminal activity.
• example of faith, service, and love. example of faith, service, and love.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Armed Service members deployed overseas cast their ballots.
• In 2018, the Electronic Transmission Service was narrowed into the DOD FACS service, which allowed military
• As we know, the Postal Service announced that it would terminate mail service to several countries, including
• In 2024, the Brennan Center reported the story of a couple who were both members of the armed services
• of the Federal Voting Assistance FACS service.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• But service is never carried alone.
• of that service. of that service.
• that service with respect and support. that service with respect and support.
• Armed Forces.
• serving in the US Armed Forces. serving in the US Armed Forces.

Keywords: 926, house, all

Summary: The House opened with a devotional by Rabbi Toby Weisman, who spoke about Passover, the obligation to remember liberation from slavery, and the Torah’s repeated command to love the stranger. He connected that theme to immigrants and the need for community, courage, and small acts of kindness. After the devotional, the chamber took up three Senate bills for first reading and referral: S. 179 on the Uniform Disclaimer of Property Interests Act to Judiciary, S. 212 on potable water supply and wastewater system connections to Environment, and S. 227 on immigration protocols in Vermont schools to Education. The House also referred H. 558, relating to the Medicaid School-Based Services Program, to Appropriations, and H. 937, reported favorably by Ways and Means, was also sent to Appropriations under House Rule 35a. The House adopted JRS 45, a joint resolution on weekend adjournment for March 20, 2026, by voice vote. It also read and adopted several concurrent resolutions, including HCR 187 congratulating Village Garage Distillery of Bennington for a silver medal at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, HCR 213 recognizing March 2026 as Social Work Month in Vermont, and HCR 224 congratulating Vermont athletes at the 2025 National Senior Games and designating March 18, 2026, as Vermont Senior Games Day at the State House. Members made remarks in support of the resolutions, including praise for the distillery, social workers, and senior athletes, and guests in the gallery were recognized. The House then took up H. 887, which would amend the Fair Employment Practices Act to align documentation rules for crime victims with the protections already available to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking under the safe leave law. The committee and sponsor described it as a modest but important fix to ensure survivors can access both leave and anti-discrimination protections without conflicting paperwork requirements. The House agreed to the committee amendment and ordered the bill to third reading. Next, the chamber began H. 917, an omnibus military affairs bill combining several measures: correcting the Adjutant General title, defining Gold Star family member, creating a hiring preference for military spouses in state government, and providing free parking for disabled veterans. The sponsor outlined the bill’s purpose and sections, and discussion began on the title correction and related provisions.

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• If you wish to give testimony today, please fill out a card and hand it to the sergeant-at-arms.
• The Louisiana Department of Health, through the Office of Aging and Adult Services, shall identify and
• SIPAC was and temporary in-person services across state lines.
• If somebody comes into the ER and they say, you know, my arm hurts, I fell off a bicycle... ...my arm
• You know, take an X-ray of their arm and see if it's fractured.

Keywords: 974, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Welfare met on May 6, 2026, with five members present. After adopting the April 28 minutes, the committee heard a brief presentation on the new Leadership Louisiana Health Fellows Program, which is intended to bring together health care, business, policy, and education leaders to study Louisiana health challenges and build a network for action. Members expressed support for the program and its potential value to health policy work. The committee then advanced several bills, often with technical or substantive amendments. SB 57, a nutrition-labeling bill, was amended to push its effective date to December 31, 2028 and reported as amended. HB 62 increased the membership of the Louisiana Women’s Policy and Research Commission to 27 members and was reported as amended. HB 193 updated membership rules for the sickle cell commission foundations so long-serving executive directors would not have to reapply repeatedly, and it was reported as amended. HB 815 would allow financial institutions to receive death certificates to help families manage accounts after a death; it was reported favorably after a question about state-licensed banks. SB 405 was substantially revised to codify LDH’s new Ascend nursing-facility quality initiative, including statewide quality oversight goals, stakeholder involvement, reporting requirements, and tools such as dashboards and surveys; after reconsidering prior action and adopting the new amendment, the bill was reported as amended. The committee also approved HB 222, which provides Medicaid dental coverage when needed for another covered medical procedure, and HB 420, which requires background checks for all DCFS employees with access to sensitive information. HB 475 requires verbal consent when AI is used to record or transcribe a medical visit and was reported favorably after a technical question. HB 246 updated membership of the Children’s Cabinet Advisory Board and the council on grandparents raising grandchildren, including replacing an inactive coalition seat with the state police superintendent or designee. HB 486 would enter Louisiana into the psychology inter-jurisdictional compact to expand access to mental health care, and HB 574 updated outdated board names on the Mental Health Advisory Services Board; both were reported favorably. Later, the committee reported HB 949, which creates a licensure framework for radiologist assistants to help address imaging workforce shortages, especially in rural areas, and HB 584, which requires foster children to be provided luggage instead of trash bags for their belongings and restores “rights” language in the Foster Youth Bill of Rights. The committee also reported HB 1214, restructuring certain LDH facilities into a single system under the secretary’s office; HB 1092, a technical renaming/terminology cleanup bill; and HB 203, which adds members to the uterine fibroids commission. Throughout the meeting, members and witnesses emphasized access to care, workforce shortages, child welfare, and quality improvement, and the committee repeatedly adopted amendments and reported the bills favorably or as amended before adjourning.

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• Armed Service members deployed overseas cast their ballots.
• In 2018, the Electronic Transmission Service was narrowed into the DOD FACS service, which allowed military
• As we know, the Postal Service announced that it would terminate mail service to several countries, including
• In 2024, the Brennan Center reported the story of a couple who were both members of the armed services
• of the Federal Voting Assistance FACS Service.

Summary: The committee met on June 17, 2026, beginning without a quorum and initially proceeding as a subcommittee. Members heard several Senate bills, with testimony focused mainly on redistricting, Bay Area transit funding, and military/overseas voting access. The chair also announced committee membership changes and that SB 1369 had been pulled by the author. Written testimony was accepted through the committee portal, and public testimony was limited by the chair’s rules. SB 1414 by Senator Reyes would create an independent redistricting commission for San Bernardino County. Supporters, including Inland Empire United, Common Cause, and the League of Women Voters, argued the bill would improve transparency and reduce political influence in map drawing. Opponents, including San Bernardino County and several local government/election groups, said the county’s existing advisory commission already provided substantial public input and raised concerns about cost. The bill was moved do pass as amended and re-referred to Local Government, with one no vote from Assembly Member Lackey; it was later taken off call and passed 6-1. SB 830 by Senator Wiener made technical changes to the administration of the Bay Area regional transit sales tax measure authorized by SB 63, including uniform ballot naming and county-specific ballot arguments. Support came from labor, transit, business, and advocacy groups, who said the bill would help voters understand the measure and protect transit funding. Members emphasized the Bay Area’s transit funding crisis and the need for local action. The bill passed do pass as amended, 5-1, and was later recorded as out 6-0 on call. The committee also approved a consent calendar containing six bills. SB 970 by Senator Cervantes addressed military and overseas voting after the federal discontinuation of the Department of Defense fax service used for ballot return. Supporters, including county election officials and local government organizations, said California needed a secure replacement to avoid disenfranchising service members and overseas voters. The Secretary of State’s office and Verified Voting raised security concerns and suggested a task force or more detailed standards, but the author and supporters argued the bill was urgent and should direct the Secretary of State to develop secure regulations. The bill passed do pass and was re-referred to Military and Veteran Affairs, and the meeting adjourned after all agenda items were completed.

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• If you wish to give testimony today, please fill out a card and hand it to the sergeant-at-arms.
• Service providers, and on policies and programs relating to Louisiana children.
• SIPAC was and temporary in-person services across state lines.
• If somebody comes into the ER and they say, you know, my arm hurts. I fell off a bicycle.
• If somebody comes into the ER and they say, you know, my arm hurts.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Welfare met on May 6, 2026, with five members present and adopted the April 28 minutes. The committee first heard a presentation on the new Leadership Louisiana Health Fellows Program, a leadership and networking initiative focused on Louisiana health care challenges such as workforce shortages, rural access, chronic disease, and the economic impact of health care. Speakers described it as a cross-sector program intended to build informed leaders and support collaboration with health systems, insurers, providers, LDH, and the Louisiana Hospital Association. The committee then moved through a series of bills, generally adopting amendments and reporting measures favorably. SB 57, a nutrition/labeling bill, was amended to delay the effective date for the labeling provision until December 31, 2028, and was reported as amended. HB 62 increased membership of the Louisiana Women’s Policy and Research Commission and was reported as amended, and HB 193 adjusted membership rules for the Sickle Cell Commission foundations and was also reported as amended. HB 815 would allow financial institutions to receive death certificates to help close accounts and avoid problems with automatic payments and federal benefit clawbacks; it was reported favorably. SB 405, which had been heard earlier, was reworked to codify LDH’s new Ascend nursing home quality initiative, including short- and long-term quality oversight goals, stakeholder involvement, internal expertise, and reporting requirements; after reconsidering prior amendments, the committee adopted the new amendment and reported the bill as amended. The committee also advanced several health and human services bills. HB 222 would allow Medicaid dental coverage when needed to clear a patient for another covered medical procedure, and it was reported as amended after LDH said the cost could be absorbed. HB 420 expanded DCFS background-check requirements to cover staff with access to sensitive records, and HB 475 required verbal consent before AI is used to record or transcribe a medical visit; both were reported favorably. HB 246 updated membership of the Children’s Cabinet Advisory Board and the council for grandparents raising grandchildren, including replacing an inactive coalition seat with the state police, and was reported as amended. HB 486 joined Louisiana to the psychology interjurisdictional compact to expand access to psychologists through telepsychology and temporary practice across state lines, and HB 574 updated outdated board names in the Mental Health Advisory Services Board statute; both were reported favorably. Later, the committee heard HB 949, which would create a licensure framework for radiologist assistants to help address radiologist shortages and improve imaging access, especially in rural areas. Testimony emphasized that RAs work under radiologist supervision and would extend capacity without replacing physicians; the bill was reported favorably. HB 584 required foster children to be provided luggage or similar items instead of trash bags when moving placements, and also corrected language in the Foster Youth Bill of Rights from “privileges” back to “rights” while extending the bill’s applicability to children from birth to age 18; it was reported as amended. The committee also reported HB 1214, which restructures certain LDH state facilities into a more unified system, and HB 1092, a technical renaming/terminology cleanup bill, both favorably. Finally, HB 203 added members from Christus Health System and Xavier University’s College of Medicine to the uterine fibroids commission and was reported favorably before the committee adjourned.

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• And if local governments want to raise them to pay for services, they would have to go to the voters
• Senate Spotlight is produced by the Minnesota Senate and Senate Media Services.
• of Appeals found that the current law only requires drivers to stop for school buses if their stop arms
• of Appeals found that the current law only requires drivers to stop for school buses if their stop arms
• was only halfway because the stop arm was only halfway out.<00:18:59.760> I<00:18:59.880>

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The segment focused heavily on affordability and fraud prevention in the Minnesota Senate. Senator Michael Kreun discussed his proposal to cap city and county property tax growth at the rate of inflation, with a small allowance for population growth, and to require voter approval by referendum for increases above the cap. He said property taxes rose by nearly $1 billion statewide last year, blamed part of the increase on unfunded state mandates, and said the bill would curb surprise double-digit hikes. Kreun said the proposal has been well received by constituents and homeowners, while cities and counties are concerned about losing revenue; he also said relief could begin as soon as the next property tax statement if the bill passes this year. He noted related affordability ideas, including increasing disabled-veteran exemptions and deferring property taxes for seniors, and said he is open to bipartisan work on other measures such as ending taxes on tips and overtime and reducing tab fees. The program also highlighted climate and infrastructure funding. Senator Ann Johnson Stewart argued that worsening weather is driving costly infrastructure damage and said a proposed climate superfund would shift some of those costs from taxpayers to major polluters. She said the fund could support storm sewer upgrades, pavement reinforcement, and erosion prevention, and noted that Senate File 4126 is awaiting a hearing in the Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee. On fraud prevention, Senator Julia Coleman’s bipartisan bill would require at least one unannounced, on-site inspection for state grants over $10,000, with recurring check-ins for grants lasting more than a year. The bill is pending in the Senate State and Local Government Committee. Senator Heather Gustafson then discussed her push for an independent Office of Inspector General, saying it would provide oversight over any public or private entity receiving public dollars. She said the Senate previously backed the idea with 60 votes, that the governor’s coordinated council is only an interim step, and that she has not yet seen a Republican fraud package to review. The segment also noted that the Senate unanimously passed Senator Johnson Stewart’s school bus safety bill, Senate File 3623, by a 67-0 vote, clarifying that drivers must stop when school bus lights flash even if the stop arm is only partially extended; the bill now awaits House action.

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• Sergeant at arms are here to ensure everyone's safety.
• It is illegal to deploy federal troops or armed federal law enforcement to any polling place.
• Sending ICE or any other federal armed agent to the polls is illegal, full stop.
• any other federal armed agent to the<00:29:49.320> polls<00:29:49.880> is<00:29:50.040
• <00:29:54.480> federal no reason for ICE or an armed federal no reason for ICE or an armed

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• <00:02:37.640> that<00:02:37.800> they receive the service that they receive the service
• them to agree to these service them to agree to these service agreements<00:07:58.400> happy<
• area which sits in our Human Services area which sits in our Human Services side<00:08:29.759>
• that service services without that service authorization<00:41:39.599> in<00:41:39.960> place
• community service specialist.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• <00:13:42.160> It selection of service providers. It selection of service providers.
• service providers for Orisa plans. service providers for Orisa plans.
• :59.839> should Retirement plan service providers should Retirement plan service providers should
• Doolittle, whose extraordinary service Doolittle, whose extraordinary service exemplifies<02:00:
• service and dedication to the community. service and dedication to the community.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, January 15, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Uh, we thank him for his service.
• of women in the United States Armed Forces.
• Alli's service to his local community, to his country, and to the world.
• Their service and the service of countless women that came before them deserves to be recognized.
• This date commemorates the signing of the The date commemorates the signing of the Women's Armed Services

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 11, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• If accommodations are needed, communicate with the Sergeant-at-Arms staff.
• Nothing less will be accepted from our former service members.
• A little boy came over and said, "Thank you for your service."
• This fee allows MDVA to deliver the level of service needed in our state veterans cemeteries.
• That grant from the MDVA helps us pay for our service team that's out at the Veterans Service Building

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• I AM HERE WITH COMMITTEE A QUAKER BASED SERVICE FOUNDATION AND I'M HERE TO OPPOSE THIS BILL.
• IT PRIORITIZES ARMING CIVILIANS OVER PREVENTION. AS IF GUN VIOLENCE IS INEVITABLE.
• THERE IS CURRENTLY NO EVIDENCE THAT ARMING TEACHERS ACTUALLY DETERS GUN VIOLENCE IN SCHOOLS OR COULD
• THAT'S WHY SCHOOL SAFETY EXPERTS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OPPOSE ARMING TEACHER POLICIES.
• IT'S SO MUCH MORE LIKE ARMING RANDOM CIVILIANS THAN IT IS LIKE HAVING GUNS TO TEACHERS IN THE NORMAL

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• They weren't armed. We didn't use tasers.
• He was ordered to report to pretrial service, but never did.
• They go out and try to do service and get people connected to services.
• They go out and try to do service and get people connected to services.
• Chairman, Senator, this is carried, this is armed.

Bills: SB100

Keywords: burglary, aggravated burglary, dwelling, criminal law, property rights, 996, all

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• IT ESTABLISHED NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND MULTIJURISDICTIONAL TEAMS AND REQUIREMENT
• MENTAL HEALTH ALLOCATION SERVES DISTRICTS TO ALLOW THEM TO ADD ADDITIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
• WE CONTRACT WITH THOSE COMPANIES FOR LOWER SERVICES. AND THEY SEE A MULTITUDE OF STUDENTS.
• SINCE WE HAVE BEEN ALLOCATING A LOT OF MONEY FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES?
• DO THEY ALL HAVE THE SAME SCHOOL CAMPUS POLICE ARMED SCHOOL CAMPUS POLICE?

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• We have sergeant-at-arms staff who are wearing gold-yellow ties.
• Thank you for your time and for your service.
• Thank you for your time and for your service.
• Thank you for your time and for your service.
• protect children from witnessing armed protect children from witnessing armed enforcement<00:21:

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee took up House File 3415, a bill aimed at limiting immigration enforcement activity at child care centers. House Research explained the DE1 amendment, which defined key terms and barred child care employees from consenting to civil immigration enforcement entry without a judicial warrant, while requiring officials to identify themselves and state their purpose; the amendment also clarified that it would not block officials administering child care programs. After brief debate, members adopted the DE1 amendment. The bill author, Representative Sensor Mura, said the measure was intended to address fear and disruption in child care settings caused by recent immigration enforcement activity and to keep those spaces safe for children and families. Supporters, including a pastor, a Children’s Defense Fund representative, parents, child care workers, and an ACLU policy counsel, testified that immigration enforcement near daycares has caused fear, staff absences, lockdowns, and emotional harm to children. They argued the bill would not stop lawful enforcement but would require warrants and basic identification before entry, protecting children from witnessing raids or arrests and giving providers clear rules. Several witnesses described specific incidents involving ICE activity near Spanish immersion daycares in Minneapolis and St. Paul, including staff members being detained, parents organizing safety watches, and children showing distress. Testimony emphasized that many affected children are U.S. citizens in immigrant families and that visible enforcement can create toxic stress and separation anxiety. No final action on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided beyond adoption of the DE1 amendment and continuation of testimony.

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• is armed. is armed.
• And where Fletcher Merkel's memorial service was held.
• The Second Amendment protects a right to bear arms.
• bear arms. bear arms.
• <00:44:12.400> is the right to keep and bear arms is the right to keep and bear arms is endowed

Bills: HF3351

Keywords: firearms, guns, gun control, gun safety, local control, home rule, preemption, municipal regulation, county regulation, city ordinances, zoning, firearm dealers, gun dealers, ammunition, carry permits, permit to carry, pistols, Saturday night special, metal-penetrating bullets, public safety

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• On the other side is an armed guard.
• On the other side is an armed guard.
• On the other side is an armed guard.
• services.
• Services...

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Sergeant-at-Arms.
• ,<00:50:47.400> leadership years of exceptional service, leadership years of exceptional service
• handing them from their service. handing them from their service.
• at Arms our Sergeant at Arms knew<00:55:47.480> Mr.
• <00:57:15.280> to officials who have uh for her service to officials who have uh for her service

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum, approved the prior journal, and received committee and House messages. The Families and Children’s Committee reported Senate Bill 191 favorably, and the House transmitted several passed bills requesting concurrence. New filings included Senate Bill 203 on community health workers and several resolutions honoring individuals and observances, including Marie Childers, Military Kids Day, and Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. The chamber then considered and passed Senate Bill 141 on legal advertisements. The sponsor said the bill updates longstanding legal notice requirements to better balance public transparency with lower costs for cities and counties, reflecting an agreement among the Kentucky Press Association, Kentucky League of Cities, and Kentucky Association of Counties. The bill passed 36-1. The Senate also passed Senate Bill 69, creating an autism spectrum disorder trust fund to support services, research, and grants through the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, with an emergency clause; it passed 37-0. Senate Bill 9, as amended by Senate Committee Substitute 1, was also passed 35-2. The bill creates two local housing tools: a residential infrastructure development district to finance infrastructure for larger developments, and a housing development district to encourage new housing through negotiated incentive payments and expedited review. The sponsor said the measure is intended to address Kentucky’s housing shortage. The Senate also adopted Senate Resolution 102 honoring Marie Childers for decades of service on the Pike County Board of Elections, with remarks praising her bipartisan election work and influence in Pike County politics. Later, the Rules Committee recommitted Senate Bill 125 to Appropriations and Revenue, and the Committee on Committees referred several bills and resolutions to standing committees or to the floor. Announcements were made about upcoming committee meetings, and the Senate took up Senate Resolution 104 honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., with remarks describing his national and international civil rights legacy.