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• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• It's not about putting new standards in place but really ensuring the ones that are already in statute

Keywords: 1183, house

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• As a legislature, you might be able to craft some affordability. standards.
• In a separate proceeding, the CPC is also considering service quality standards for broadband as staff
• You are also required to meet service quality standards.
• So, service quality standards and all these requirements are all tied into the public safety component
• The FCC established this standard to reflect the needs of an average family of four that needs access

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Yes, can you explain why we have a section on how medical schools, their admission standards, in this
• Okay, because it says it requires standardized admissions, but I think that's par for the course for
• There are actually three that don't require standardized tests for admissions in the state of Florida
• They have to have a standardized admission test.
• From my understanding, what would be a standardized test for a trade school? Thank you, Mr.

Summary: The committee first confirmed Heather L. Turnbull to the Florida Commission on Community Service, with the motion adopted and the confirmation recommended favorably. Members then took up SPB 7022, which sets Florida Retirement System employer contribution rates beginning July 1, 2025, updates rates to address unfunded actuarial liability, and allows certain elected officers to elect a DROP accumulation; a technical title amendment was adopted, the bill was submitted as a committee bill, and it was reported favorably as a committee bill. The committee then heard extensive debate and public testimony on SB 1710, which would restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion-related policies, trainings, and activities in state agencies, state-funded contractors and grantees, and medical institutions of higher education. Sponsor Senator DiCeglie said the bill is intended to prevent state agencies and contractors from using state funds for DEI programs and to limit state agencies from adopting DEI-related official positions; he also said the medical-school portion would likely be amended out later. Senator Polsky and others questioned the bill’s breadth and how it would affect health-related grants, public universities, historically Black institutions, recruitment, and contractor training. Public testimony was overwhelmingly opposed, with speakers arguing the bill would harm health care, education, access, and inclusion; a few supporters said DEI is ideological, can undermine merit, and should not be used by state agencies or publicly funded institutions. After debate, Senator Polsky argued the bill was confusing, overbroad, and harmful to serving diverse communities, while Senator Arrington said it was an overreach into private business and could have significant fiscal impacts. Chair Fine closed by saying DEI is political ideology and that the bill is meant to ensure government focuses on talent rather than identity. SB 1710 was then reported favorably on a roll call vote, with Senator Arrington voting no and the remaining members voting yes. The committee then began SB 1678, relating to entities that boycott Israel, and heard the sponsor’s explanation of a delete-all amendment that would expand and clarify state restrictions on dealings with entities engaged in boycotts of Israel, including certain nonprofits, foreign educational institutions, and grants; the amendment was adopted, and the sponsor and a witness began answering questions when the transcript cuts off.

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• EDUCATED WORKFORCE BY REDUCING UNNECESSARY CERTIFICATION BARRIERS WHILE MAINTAINING HIGH PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
• EXPERIENCED EDUCATORS CAN RETURN TO TEACHING MORE EFFICIENTLY WHILE STILL MEETING CURRENT CERTIFICATION STANDARDS
• CERTIFICATES HAVE EXPIRED THESE ARE EDUCATORS PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED IN FLORIDA AND ALREADY MET STATE STANDARDS
• EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ARE NEWLY COMPLETED AND THAT THE TEACHERS ARE STILL HELD TO THE FLORIDA ACADEMIC STANDARD

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• Board of Judicial Standards, there are slightly differing numbers for insurance compensation and lease
• Uh Board of Judicial Standards,<00:08:05.840> there<00:08:06.000> are<00:08:06.160>
• slightly<00:08:06.479> differing Standards, there are slightly differing Standards, there
• Uh for peace officer standards and six.
• with the standard applicability clause. with the standard applicability clause.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I do, this is an extraordinary procedure to undertake, and so the standard is high.
• But it is an exceptional standard as well.
• or these curriculum standards or whatever.
• It doesn't take the place of standardized testing that's happening now.
• AB 2490 unacceptably waters down existing federal standards for special education teachers.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• These emission standards, however, are doing real damage to family farms and grocery prices.
• <00:24:36.320> real standards, however, are doing real standards, however, are doing real
• How is American emission standards.
• than they are about emission standards than they are about emission standards on<00:27:52.240>
• 46.640> laboratories under standards we control, laboratories under standards we control, laboratories

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, April 30, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• actual work to get the standards developed would be done by the Department. get the work done to do
• that the state board will standards that the state board will eventually<01:14:12.320> approve.
• of getting the academic standards of getting the academic standards updated<01:18:47.600> and
• and shall not approve any new academic standards without the prior review and recommendation of the
• and shall not approve any new academic standards without the prior review and recommendation of the

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• standards by allowing qualified<00:08:31.920> licensed<00:08:32.360> therapists<00:08:
• , portability standards, portability standards, uh<00:08:41.680> including<00:08:42.159>
• Um, this proposal does not lower Minnesota's standards.
• <00:10:57.120> Any<00:10:57.360> licensed Minnesota's standards.
• It creates an opportunity without lowering our standards to increase accessibility to vital services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The bill includes standard guardrails, including a 25% cap on attorney's fees.
• In many cases, Clear standards, transparency, and accountability in place.
• Am I correct in my understanding there, that that is a standard?
• This code is like any other code, principle, Bible, or standards we live by.
• that standard in the bill?

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a brief introduction of the doctor of the day before moving to the special order calendar. The chamber first took up several claims bills, including SB 6/HB 6507 for relief of L.E. through the Department of Children and Families, which was described as compensation for severe injuries after DCF returned the child to unsafe parents; the House bill was substituted and passed 34-0. SB 26 for the estate of Mark Legata, involving catastrophic injuries tied to FDOT negligence, was also substituted with the House version and passed 35-0. SB 42/HB 47 on specific medical diagnoses and child protective investigations passed 34-0 after supporters said it would require child protection teams to consider certain medical conditions that can mimic abuse. Later, SB 1002 on child welfare passed 37-0 after sponsors said it clarifies that parental drug abuse can constitute harm or neglect and allow earlier court intervention and services, while not changing parental rights law. The Senate then considered education and health-related measures. SB 206/HB 851 on students with autism spectrum disorder was amended to the House bill and passed 35-0; the sponsor said it expands teacher preparation, requires autism-related training, creates a loan forgiveness program, and adds salary supplements for teachers with autism endorsements. SB 556/HB 453 on high school diploma requirements passed 36-0 and would allow students with disabilities to use Special Olympics participation to satisfy PE requirements, while also fixing a marching band credit issue. SB 688 on naturopathic medicine passed 33-3, reestablishing licensure and regulation of naturopathic doctors. SB 878/HB 1347 on clinical laboratory personnel passed 37-0 to address staffing shortages by aligning Florida more closely with federal CLIA standards. SB 914/HB 867 on dry needling by occupational therapists passed 37-0, clarifying authority for that treatment. SB 530 on state lotteries passed 36-0 with updates to operations, security, and retailer rules. SB 964/HB 6011 on financial disclosures and gifts/honoraria passed 36-0 after an amendment restored a percentage-based reporting option. The chamber also approved several government-administration and public-records measures. SB 326/HB 131 on curators of estates passed 36-0, updating probate rules for temporary court-appointed curators. SB 758/HB 625 on the Justice Administrative Commission passed 37-0 after an amendment broadened the judicial member to a judge or senior judge rather than only a circuit judge. SB 830 on public records passed 31-5, creating exemptions for the personal information of county and city managers and certain family members. The Senate also passed SB 21/HB 218 on land use regulations, which preserves hurricane-recovery restrictions in affected counties while lifting them later for unaffected counties, and the sponsor thanked colleagues for helping address unintended consequences from prior law. SB 354 on Blue Ribbon Projects was debated extensively over concerns about local control, conservation protections, and vague standards; after a late amendment excluding data centers from commercial areas, the bill was temporarily postponed rather than passed. Finally, SB 1632/HB 1471 on ideologies inconsistent with American principles and domestic terrorist designations drew significant debate over references to Sharia law, religious freedom, notice, and due process; one amendment striking Sharia references failed, and a second amendment with broader revisions was under discussion when the transcript ended.

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• They voted against doubling the standard deduction.
• THEY VOTED AGAINST DOUBLING THE STANDARD DEDUCTION.
• Respiratory and chemical safety standards are being rolled back.
• But these are basic safety standards.
• BUT THESE ARE BASIC SAFETY STANDARDS. But what do I know?

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• So with that, if we did have that, you are changing your standard.
• So with that, if we did have that, you are changing your standard.
• So with that, if we did have that, you are changing your standard.
• <01:02:32.279> now and knows those sorts of Standards now and knows those sorts of Standards
• <02:01:24.800> so about a clear and convincing standard so about a clear and convincing standard

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• <00:09:10.000> of applicable actuarial standards of applicable actuarial standards of practice
• . standards. standards.
• guidelines and professional standards guidelines and professional standards would<00:25:24.799><
• This bill does not create new standards This bill does not create new standards of<00:37:03.520>
• Every patient medical standards.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs heard testimony on HB 1875, which would expand Hawaii’s existing protections to include gender-affirming health care, clarify permitted disclosures of protected health information, and bar certain adverse actions by malpractice insurers and health carriers against providers of lawful reproductive or gender-affirming care. The Insurance Division of DCCA supported the bill with a technical amendment, suggesting language tied to actuarial analysis rather than the phrase “actuarially sound.” The Office of Information Practices also provided comments. Most testimony was strongly in support. State agencies and advocacy groups, including the Hawaii State Youth Commission, State Health Planning and Development Agency, Commission on the Status of Women, Hawaii Civil Rights Commission, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Stonewall Caucus, ACLU of Hawaii, PFLAG Oahu, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, the Healthcare Association of Hawaii, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, said the bill would protect patient privacy, reduce chilling effects from out-of-state litigation, and help retain providers in a state already facing shortages. Several testifiers said gender-affirming care is medically necessary, evidence-based, and life-saving, and emphasized that Hawaii should protect its own health care decisions from outside political pressure. A few individuals testified in opposition, arguing the bill was unnecessary or that it protected providers more than opponents of the bill, but these views were not echoed by most of the testimony. The chair repeatedly reminded testifiers to keep comments brief and maintain decorum. The transcript provided does not include a final committee vote or disposition on the bill.

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• and whereas the objectives of the Arkansas Dermatology Society are to promote the highest possible standards
• consisting of dermatology trainees and practicing physicians dedicated to promoting the highest standards
• education, and innovative research while striving to improve patient outcomes and uphold the highest standards
• Thank you. for being awarded 2026 Best in Class 3A and for the high standards and caliber of performance
• That kind of start tells you everything you need to know about the standard that he brought with him.

Keywords: 1204, all

Summary: The House convened to continue items from an adjourned session and considered a series of congratulatory and commemorative resolutions. Early in the meeting, Representative Johnson presented House Resolution 1021 designating May as Skin Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing that skin cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in the United States, that early detection greatly improves outcomes, and that UAMS medical students were present to support awareness efforts. The chamber also heard House Resolution 1020 honoring Frederick Henry Middleton for 50 years of service to the City of Arkadelphia, with remarks highlighting his long career, family, and community service. Members then recognized the Rolling Razorbacks for winning their sixth Division II National Wheelchair Basketball Championship, with Representative McCullough noting the team’s 61-51 title-game victory, MVP Jeff Glassbrenner’s performance, and the program’s first national title in 26 years. The House also adopted resolutions honoring the Parkview Patriots boys basketball team for winning the 2026 Class 5A state championship, and multiple Rogers High School teams for state titles in girls cross-country, baseball, boys tennis, girls wrestling, and boys golf. Additional resolutions celebrated Mountain Home’s boys and girls cross-country state championships, Mount St. Mary Academy’s girls golf title, and the Central Arkansas Christian choir’s Best in Class performance at the state choral festival. The chamber further recognized Arkansas Tech University Golden Suns coach Dave Wilbers on his retirement and his highly successful tenure, as well as the Golden Suns women’s cross-country team for winning the Great American Conference championship. Finally, House Resolution 1043 honored the North Little Rock Lady Charging Wildcats girls basketball team for winning the 2026 Class 6A state championship, noting the team’s 46-40 victory, sixth state title, and 30-3 season. No contested votes or substantive legislative action were described beyond the adoption/presentation of these resolutions, and the House later recessed briefly for technical difficulties before concluding the session.

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• But also, as is standard, funds are apportioned into different things.
• Are you proposing there's a standard practice on every driver's license mail or just upon request, even
• Would that be standard service? Thank you for the question.
• now, they're mailing these in regular envelopes, paying probably your normal one-ounce, you know, standard
• land and then in2021 the state department waived this due to COId as we were rewriting the state standards

Bills: SB1220, SB1221, SB1239, SB1309, SB1349, SB1434, SB1516, SB1531, SB1538, SB1861

Keywords: memorial designation, interchange, Terry Walker, transportation, Oklahoma, driver license, tracking system, expedited delivery, Service Oklahoma, REAL ID, public safety, apportionment, state revenue, funding, vehicle registration, infrastructure, state roads, bridges, economic development, highway construction

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• about speech for a second, time and again, people who excel in speech and debate do better on the standardized
• original member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Debate Initiative until they established standards
• Until they established standards. And I was not on the board anymore.
• experienced educators to re-enter classrooms more rapidly while maintaining Florida's strong certification standards
• 40 hours of professional learning in a year that are aligned with the Florida Educator Leadership Standards

Summary: The committee heard and advanced several education-related measures. CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate, sponsored by Senator Brodeur, was amended with a delete-all and rewritten to create a Speech and Debate Hall of Fame, designate Florida Speech and Debate Week, authorize a teacher endorsement and FLVS institute, direct statewide coursework and credentials, and require annual district reporting. Supporters, including parents, the Florida Debate Initiative, and school representatives, praised the bill’s funding and statewide expansion of debate opportunities. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. The committee also heard and reported favorably SB 1718 on educator preparation and certification, which aims to reduce administrative delays for initial certification and reinstatement while maintaining standards; an Orange County school administrator suggested adding language to allow educators to bank professional learning hours. SB 1646 on educational facilities was presented as revising the funding formula and priorities for school capital projects, with added attention to safety, maintenance, and planning, and it was reported favorably. CS/SB 564 on student volunteers at polling locations was amended to clarify that pre-registered or registered high school students may volunteer at polling places and count the hours toward graduation or postsecondary financial aid; election officials and civic groups supported the bill, and it was reported favorably. SB 1340 on coordinated screening and progress monitoring was also reported favorably. It requires school districts to screen students for characteristics of dyslexia and dyscalculia, place identified students on support plans, and use evidence-based interventions, with the sponsor emphasizing early identification and intervention. The committee then recommended confirmation of Laila Collins to the State Board of Education, and the meeting concluded after a birthday recognition and adjournment.

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• The bill establishes certification standards, training... ...more closely with FDACS's oversight.
• The bill establishes certification standards, training requirements, and administrative authority within
• particularly what happens on any oversight, whether it be from the state or locally, on environmental standards
• for things like fertilizer runoff that actually... ...on environmental standards for things like fertilizer
• As communities and developers work to comply with these updated standards, having a clear, credible,

Bills: S0544, S0636, S0848, S0546

Keywords: golf courses, best management practices, fertilizer regulation, Department of Agriculture, environmental protection, certification, beach management, beach erosion, beach nourishment, coastal resilience, shoreline protection, critical erosion, critically eroded beach, Florida DEP, Department of Environmental Protection, coastal flooding, compound flooding, storm surge, inlet management, coastal engineering

Summary: The Environment and Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum and took up several bills. SB 636 on beach management, by Senator Leek, would create additional pathways for counties and municipalities to obtain critically eroded beach or area of critical state concern designations, shifting the process toward a more proactive approach. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell raised concerns about local capacity and funding, and the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association said the bill was an alternative pathway but emphasized the need for more recurring funding. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then considered SB 544, which transfers the Golf Course Best Management Practices Certification Program from DEP to FDACS and establishes certification and training standards there. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell asked about environmental oversight, taxation, and whether the change would affect state park restrictions; the sponsor said it would not change tax treatment or park rules and that DEP would still handle enforcement if BMPs are not followed. The Florida Springs Council opposed the bill, arguing golf courses are not agriculture and warning of weaker protections for springs, while the Florida Golf Course Superintendent's Association supported the move as a continuity and participation measure. After adopting a technical amendment, the committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Smith voting no. SB 848 on stormwater treatment, also by Senator Trunow, was amended to clarify the role of water quality enhancement areas while stormwater rules are still being finalized and to make public-land project review forward-looking. Resource Environmental Solutions supported the amendment and bill as providing a clearer market for water quality credits, and the Florida Home Builders Association supported the measure. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. SB 546 by Vice Chair Mayfield would require 30-day public notice before meetings reviewing the sale or exchange of state conservation lands, including at water management districts; after a technical amendment, it received support from conservation groups and was reported favorably. The committee also received a DEP presentation on the State Park Amenities Report, which said Florida’s 175 state parks drew over 28 million visitors and generated a $3.6 billion economic impact. DEP identified nearly $759 million in needed repairs and upgrades over 10 years and $1.39 billion in contemplated new construction and development in unit management plans. No votes were taken on the presentation, and the meeting adjourned after no further business.

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• administrative approval of proposed infill residential development under certain circumstances and set standards
• been brought up and are working with other stakeholders on the development fees language, on the standard
• address Florida's housing needs through streamlined approval processes for infill development and standardized
• solely upon its view of the general purposes of zoning and public welfare, independently of the standards
• But the public should still be involved, but perhaps the standards for approval can be such that they

Summary: The Committee on Community Affairs met with a quorum present and heard three bills. First, the committee considered Senator Osgood’s home hardening products bill (CS/SB 78). The sponsor offered and the committee adopted a strike-all amendment that changed the sales tax exemption for impact-resistant doors and windows into a refund program. The refund is limited to homeowners with site-built homesteads valued at $700,000 or less, requires application to the Department of Revenue with proof of eligibility, caps the refundable tax at $500,000 per property, and runs for two years beginning July 1, 2026. The bill, as amended, was reported favorably after a roll call vote. The committee then took up Senator McLean’s land use and development regulations bill (SB 208), which would redefine compatibility, define infill residential development, allow administrative approval in certain cases, and set standards for local development-related fees. Members and stakeholders discussed concerns about the compatibility definition, the scope of administrative approval, and whether 100 acres is too large to qualify as infill. Testimony came from Audubon Florida, the Florida Association of Counties, the Florida League of Cities, Highland Homes, 1,000 Friends of Florida, and others, with supporters emphasizing housing supply and affordability and opponents warning about sprawl, reduced public participation, and impacts to rural lands and the Florida Wildlife Corridor. The sponsor said he would continue working on the language, and the bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee heard Senator Truenow’s bill on special assessments for recreational vehicle parks (SB 118). The bill clarifies that if a local government levies a special assessment on an RV park space or campsite, the assessment may not exceed the maximum square footage allowed for an RV site. An amendment clarified that maximum as 400 square feet, resolving confusion about the cross-reference in current law. After brief discussion and one appearance form in support, the committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. The meeting then adjourned.

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• With that, we will begin with the Judicial Standards Commission. That is in your packet 210.
• With that, we're on the Judicial Standards Commission 210, the agency analyst.
• But the judges now have access to insurance, specifically for trials before the Judicial Standards Commission
• Can you just give me one example of something that a person might complain to the Judicial Standards
• Seeing none, we have temporarily tabled the Livestock Board and the Judicial Standards Commission.

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• And with that, we hope to see more resources, better transfer protocols, and standardized procedures.
• ...resources, better transfer protocols, standardized procedures, and more of a trauma system working
• So having to wait for prior authorization for a standard-of-care preventive test like a mammogram is
• So are we just trying to mirror what is already standard of practice, or what versus a...
• mirror what is already standard of practice, or what versus a, you said the Cologuard, which is just

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