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• Tariffs on essential building materials are not just an economic misstep; they actively undermine efforts
• Tariffs on essential building materials are not just an economic misstep; they actively undermine efforts
• Tariffs on essential building materials are not just an economic misstep; they actively undermine efforts
• Tariffs on essential building materials are not just an economic misstep; they actively undermine efforts
• Tariffs on essential building materials are not just an economic misstep; they actively undermine efforts

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• The committee will make reasonable efforts to ensure that the email address and other personal sensitive
• unless you have clearly advised the committee otherwise in writing the committee make reasonable efforts
• MAR, however, only represents one-third of real estate licensees in the state, and despite these efforts
• So what we're talking about here is suspension of all activities, really.
• saying is that that suspension be applicable to not just the aisle of alcohol but to all business activities

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure opened its first hearing of the session with remarks from Chair Chan and Senate Co-Chair Pavel Payano, who emphasized consumer affordability and professional licensure reform. The chairs also reviewed public testimony rules, noting the hearing was recorded, testimony would be public, and speakers should avoid including sensitive personal information. The committee then heard testimony on several bills carried over from prior sessions and new proposals, with each witness generally speaking in support of the measure they addressed. On self-storage, Joe Doherty of the Self Storage Association supported House Bill 340 and Senate Bill 236, saying the bills would clarify abandonment procedures, allow electronic delivery and signatures for rental agreements, and address situations where a renter fails to return a signed contract after a facility sale, while preserving existing consumer protections. On housing and fair housing education, Nicholas Pelletier and counsel Justin Davidson of the Massachusetts Association of Realtors supported House Bill 343 and Senate Bill 232, which would require fair housing education for real estate licensees; they said fair housing training is already part of MAR’s programs but is not required for all licensees, and Pelletier described a personal example of discriminatory treatment in a rental application. Senators asked whether other states have similar requirements and requested follow-up information. The committee also heard strong support for House Bill 348 and Senate Bill 220 on licensure of applied behavior analysts from Dr. Pauli Gidej of MABA and Dr. Charlie Newfield of Beacon ABA Services. They argued that a dedicated board would improve oversight, speed licensing, and help reduce delays that affect access to autism services, noting the growing number of practitioners and the strain on families waiting for care. Later, Robert Mellion of the Massachusetts Package Stores Association testified for House Bill 390, which would expand alcohol license suspension penalties to all business activity for certain retailers; members questioned the impact on grocery and big-box stores, the difference between suspending alcohol sales versus closing an entire store, and whether fines in lieu of suspension would be sufficient. The committee also heard testimony in favor of House Bill 407 and Senate Bill 277 to license veterinary technicians, with witnesses saying standardized education and licensure would improve animal safety, clarify scope of practice, and better distinguish technicians from assistants. Finally, Craig Orlin of Honda supported House Bill 474 and Senate Bill 291, which would use RMV contacts to notify drivers of open safety recalls and require recall completion as part of registration renewal; he said the bills could improve recall completion rates and address the large number of unrepaired vehicles on the road. At the end of the hearing, the chair noted several bills that did not receive testimony that day, invited written submissions by email, and announced the committee would reconvene in about two weeks. Representative McKenna moved to adjourn, Representative Keefe seconded, and the committee voted to close the hearing.

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• But there's a lot of effort in trying to revive that and diversify our economy there.
• Again, Hospital 325 is an effort to begin a program on railroad safety equipment.
• And I have with me my co-sponsor who spearheaded this effort in the Senate.
• So, there is activity, just no ground turning yet. Thank you for that.
• These efforts reflect ongoing partnerships between the DOT and our local and tribal governments.

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• I'm going to bring you up to date on some of the adjacent efforts that are underway, and perhaps by the
• That work has proceeded apace, notably among other activities.
• Notably, among other activities, the project has adopted three statements of principle, which very soon
• It does require an effort.
• One is the idea of actively seeking people out to connect with.

Summary: The Joint Select Committee on Civic Health met to discuss next steps for its work on civic health, including related efforts by the Project for Civic Health and a proposed Evans School research survey of legislators. The chair reviewed the committee’s mandate and described ongoing partner initiatives, including shared principles of engaging with respect, seeking common ground, and disagreeing constructively. Members generally supported the Evans School proposal, though one member asked how the project would measure success, and the chair said the goal was to gather broad input from legislators on strengths, weaknesses, and future directions. A major portion of the meeting focused on a draft committee statement condemning political violence. Members agreed to remove the word “crazed” from the description of a recent assassination, with concerns raised that the term implied irrationality and could stigmatize disability. Members also suggested broadening the language to include non-abusive and productive dialogue, and replacing or supplementing “pray” with more inclusive wording; the final phrasing settled on “hope and pray.” The committee also briefly debated whether to describe the United States as a democracy or a representative republic, ultimately agreeing on “representative democratic republic” and approving the statement for posting and distribution, with several members still needing to provide digital signatures. The rest of the meeting was an open discussion about how to improve civility and relationship-building in the Legislature. Members emphasized the value of in-person meetings, shared meals, mentoring newer legislators, and more intentional cross-party conversations. Several said there are fewer informal opportunities now than in the past, especially after the pandemic, and suggested ideas such as retreats, regular gatherings, and bringing in outside experts like the National Institute for Civil Discourse. The chair said he would relay the committee’s support for the Evans School survey and adjourned the meeting after noting the discussion had produced several constructive ideas for future work.

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• There are, in my community, quite a few folks and fairly politically active people, but they know us.
• We're also active in the association and we absolutely support transparency. participation, people coming
• Um, Senator Newton led a big effort, as Diana mentioned, um, got us to a place we are now.
• The statute requires notice when an applicant seeks an area permit for mining activities.
• Quality levels both low and high prior to mining which are used to assess groundwater restoration efforts

Bills: HB279, HB310, HB365, HB391, HB420, HB422, HB638, HB279, HB310

Keywords: HB 279, uranium mining, uranium permit, production area authorization, production zone, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, contested case hearing, administrative hearing, groundwater restoration, groundwater baseline, water quality, mining permit, restoration values, natural resources, environmental regulation, in-situ uranium mining, permit amendment, public hearing

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• AND THAT'S THE ONE WE FINISHED IN 2021 THAT WAS A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT WITH THE WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICTS
• THEY DON'T HAVE AS MUCH WATER SO THAT'S WHY WE HAD TO GO THROUGH A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT TO FIGURE OUT
• PART OF 2022 PROVIDED COMMENTS AND THE DEPARTMENT MADE A LARGE NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL CHANGES IN AN EFFORT
• Johnson: IN 312 ITS GRANDFATHERED ACTIVITIES AND THIS IS IN SUBSECTION E4, PROJECTS OR ACTIVITIES THAT
• WE ARE ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN THE RULE AND RULEMAKING AND THE RULE ROLLOUT SO I WANTED TO SHARE A LITTLE

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• Since taking office, this administration has made every effort to dismantle public health.
• And talk about criminal activity.
• And talk about criminal activity.
• <03:36:13.680> from 1938 to exclude certain activities from 1938 to exclude certain activities
• Efforts to hollow out or their rights.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• And they have to do it with a lot of effort.
• They are immense efforts. I participated in, I think, six of these 25-year plans.
• So I think what's in the bill today is a useful start in this effort.
• But this is the second year of this effort, so Jay Leno's Law 2.0, basically.
• So this was really an effort to get more active transportation projects in those zones so that the communities

Summary: The Senate Transportation Committee heard several transportation, climate, and vehicle-related bills. SB 1087 by Senator Cabaldon proposed modernizing SB 375 regional planning by moving plans from a four-year to an eight-year cycle, clarifying agency roles, aligning funding programs with regional climate plans, and reducing duplicative process costs. Supporters from MPOs and environmental groups said it would improve efficiency and implementation; opponents warned it could weaken climate accountability, expand vehicle miles traveled concerns, and reduce public participation. SB 1315, also by Senator Cabaldon, would require manufacturers to report software updates for semi-autonomous vehicle features to the Insurance Commissioner to build data for future policy; it drew no opposition. SB 1275 by Senator McNerney would replace the state sales tax on motor vehicles with a higher vehicle license fee to preserve a federal tax deduction and reduce money sent to Washington, with LAO providing technical testimony on the tax structure. The committee also heard SB 1287 by Senator Hurtado, which would create a tax credit to spur private investment in short-line railroad infrastructure. Supporters said it would improve freight efficiency, safety, emissions, and rural economic development; there was no opposition. SB 1064 by Senator Daly would reduce the frequency of clean truck checks for very low-mileage heavy-duty and off-road diesel vehicles, with supporters saying it would save time and costs and opponents asking for CARB analysis before taking a position. SB 1375 by Senator Cortese would streamline environmental review for certain transit and rail projects that have already undergone extensive prior review, while preserving other environmental laws; it received broad support and no opposition. SB 1392, also by Senator Cortese, would expand the smog exemption for certain collector vehicles used mainly for shows, parades, and historic display; classic car and lowrider supporters backed it, while air quality groups opposed it as likely to increase emissions and weaken smog-check accountability. After testimony, the committee took up motions and later completed roll calls once a quorum was established. SB 1213 was placed on the consent calendar and approved. SB 1087, SB 1315, SB 1275, SB 1287, SB 1423, SB 1064, SB 1375, and SB 1392 were all reported out of committee, generally to the Senate Appropriations Committee, with SB 1392 receiving the closest vote and some opposition from members. The committee also briefly discussed another bill on active transportation funding tied to SB 79 areas, and that measure was approved after amendments and a roll call vote.

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• You can't do that with just transit and active transportation programs.
• CSAC supports efforts to ensure that public funds are spent wisely.
• So thank you for your efforts. I completely concur.
• I'd be honored to be a co-author, and I appreciate your time, your effort, and, Chief, thank you for
• AB 2017 will bring California in line with these efforts by adding Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha to the

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• <00:42:29.280> and the Portchester Seniors, the active and the Portchester Seniors, the active
• <02:26:08.240> and faith effort to meet the moment. and faith effort to meet the moment. and
• him for his efforts on the legislation. him for his efforts on the legislation.
• significant economic activity at risk. significant economic activity at risk.
• <09:29:55.840> engaged half ago while he was actively engaged half ago while he was actively

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 4, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• And we have about 50,000 active military personnel.
• And we have about 50,000 active military personnel.
• That's a major effort that we are doing here in the state of Florida, and we are putting our dollars
• UWF is also committed to, and the Board of Trustees recently approved, efforts to focus on providing
• UWF has made great efforts to expand its nursing programming, particularly that's very important with

Summary: The committee on Higher Education Appropriations heard and favorably reported two bills: SB 1570, which revives the former Project Leo program to help locate missing persons with special needs through voluntary tracking devices and coordination with sheriff’s offices, and CS/SB 1376, which creates a grant program to support genetic counseling education in response to a statewide shortage of genetic counselors. Both bills drew supportive comments, with the genetic counseling bill also receiving public support from a university representative. The committee then took up a large slate of confirmations. It first approved a block of reappointments to various university and college boards of trustees, including institutions such as UWF, Broward College, Chipola College, FIU, Pasco-Hernando, Polk State, St. Petersburg College, Valencia, FAMU, FAU, UCF, FSU, New College, UNF, USF, and Broward College. It then heard from numerous new appointees and some requested reappointments, many of whom emphasized workforce training, nursing, military and veteran support, dual enrollment, and local economic development as priorities for their institutions. Several nominees highlighted their personal ties to the schools and communities they would serve, including appointees to Pensacola State, Polk State, St. Petersburg College, UNF, UWF, FIU, the College of the Florida Keys, Valencia College, and Chipola College. Committee members repeatedly asked about nursing NCLEX pass rates, workforce alignment, and institutional growth. One reappointment, Thomas Zachary Smith to the UWF board, was pulled from the block for separate questioning about his past public comments and his role in Project 2025; he said he would serve in his personal capacity and treat all students equally. The committee also separately heard from a Florida Poly reappointment, I. Shapiro, who was questioned about prior remarks regarding race and Supreme Court nominations, and from a New College reappointment, Mark Bowerlaine, who described campus improvements and enrollment growth. The meeting ended amid ongoing confirmation processing and separate votes on the remaining nominees.

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• medically unnecessary compounding under the guise of personalization, which is fueled by imported active
• That also involves a lot more effort in terms of qualifying ingredients and making sure they're safe.
• What you are seeing here is a targeted effort to shrink the ability of the local compounders, right?
• So there is additional oversight into the board's activities as well. Mr. Chair, to that point.
• This bill is nothing more than an effort by big tobacco to, under the heading of not smuggling—color

Bills: HB2746, HB2750, HB2765, HB4036

Keywords: trade offices, committee, Arizona commerce authority, stakeholder input, efficiency, Arizona-Sonora, Sonora, Mexico, trade commission, cross-border trade, bilateral trade, international trade, economic development, foreign relations, border economy, investment, infrastructure, business exchange, academic exchange, legislative commission

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• A resident in Johnson County for 43 years, Woolley has been very active in civic and community service
• This is the Naval Air Station, where there’s a tremendous amount of firefighter training activity that
• There’s no industrial, no commercial activity. This is an extremely rural part of our county.
• Drain, every industry, you know, you have large airports, you have firefighting activity going on.
• In a wastewater plant, you need a little bit of activated sludge in there to keep that system healthy

Summary: The committee hearing focused on biosolids, sewage sludge, and PFAS contamination, with the opening remarks and first three presenters arguing that land application of municipal sludge poses serious risks to soil, water, livestock, and human health. Representative Shaw cited EPA and state data on detected pollutants and PFAS in biosolids, while Denise Travick Poyer described her background in chemical engineering and PFAS work and said the EPA’s draft sewage sludge risk assessment shows unacceptable risk at very low PFOS/PFOA levels. She urged source reduction, more testing, and consideration of total organic fluorine, and noted examples from Michigan where industrial pretreatment and source reduction reduced PFAS in biosolids. Johnson County, Texas Commissioner Larry Woolley and Investigator Dana Ames presented a case study of alleged runoff from land-applied biosolids affecting a ranch, with high PFAS readings in soil, water, fish, cattle tissue, and a stillborn calf, and said the county and state had pursued investigations, lawsuits, and legislative responses. Sandra Trawick of Save Oklahoma Farms and Ranches argued that Oklahoma’s biosolids program relies heavily on Class B sludge, that current rules are outdated, and that land application exposes farms and rural communities to pathogens, chemicals, odors, flies, and runoff; she cited examples from Maine, Texas, Georgia, Michigan, and Oklahoma to support calls for stronger regulation or a ban. After the testimony, members asked about sampling methods, lab testing, EPA limits, and whether the cited PFAS blood levels were comparable to the soil and sludge measurements. Witnesses said the Johnson County samples were collected by a Texas A&M PhD contractor and tested at a single lab, and they explained that the EPA’s 4 parts per trillion figure applied to municipal drinking water standards. Questions also addressed whether sludge is incorporated into soil; Trawick said it had often been left on the surface, though she had seen better disking after public scrutiny. Members asked how biosolids compare with manure and feedlot waste, and witnesses responded that municipal sludge is more contaminated because it includes industrial, hospital, and household waste streams, unlike animal manure. The committee then moved to alternative solutions, hearing from Doug McKinney of Advanced Microbial Solutions, who promoted biological sludge removal using bacteria to reduce sludge volumes and avoid land application, citing cost savings for wastewater plants and correctional facilities. Jason Jepsen of Eden Energy followed with a pitch for an eight-stage waste-to-energy system that converts mixed waste into clean energy, biochar, and reusable products, framing waste as an asset and presenting his company’s technology as a no-land-application alternative.

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• <00:35:59.440> Our Our comments mostly focused on the level of effort that would be needed
• <00:50:17.599> from<00:50:17.760> Lahina with the rebuilding efforts from Lahina with
• the rebuilding efforts from Lahina and<00:50:18.480> all<00:50:18.640> the<00:50:18.800
• They also were active partners.
• , and significant funds to effort, and significant funds to complete<00:59:28.319> a<00:59:28.559

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several shoreline easement resolutions and a water-supply study resolution. For the easement measures, the Department of Land and Natural Resources supported each item, and testimony also came from affected landowners and community members. Members asked about why some easements were granted gratis to public agencies, with DLNR explaining that those cases involved public infrastructure such as stormwater management and did not require bonds or rent. For private properties, DLNR described the standard process of monthly rent during the legislative approval gap, followed by a one-time appraised payment for a 25-year easement once the appraisal is completed. A substantial portion of the discussion focused on shoreline erosion and whether hardened shoreline structures or seawalls were contributing to beach loss. On one measure, DLNR explained that a large sandbag shoreline structure was tied to a nearby boat harbor that had altered sand movement over time, causing flanking erosion on adjacent unarmored property. On another, DLNR said a wall built under a valid 1960s permit was originally a boundary or landscaping wall, but now functions as a seawall as the shoreline has migrated landward. Members raised concerns about fairness, public beach access, and whether adjacent owners should share costs, and DLNR responded that shoreline matters are handled parcel by parcel under existing statute. The committee also heard support for a resolution creating a task force or study on desalination. DLNR’s Commission on Water Resource Management supported the intent but asked for more time to complete a comprehensive report, noting the work would require substantial staffing and coordination. The Board of Water Supply and CARES also testified in support, with CARES emphasizing future water-supply needs, cultural and historic preservation concerns, and the importance of coordinating with other agencies. DLNR said it would rely on existing studies and work with county agencies and the Department of Health. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the portion of the hearing provided.

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• That is a lifesaver; it's a life-reserver that you throw to someone in an ocean who is actively dying
• Is that gambling, or is that a wholesome activity that I’m doing with my dad, right?
• And that's a different ball of wax and different advocacy efforts there. It's changing.
• And that's a different ball of wax and different advocacy efforts there. It's changing slowly.
• I've been an active first responder for the last 34 years. Don't let my baby face surprise you.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• Clerk, activate the machines. Sergeants, announce roll call in the hall.
• Clerk Waley activated the machine. Sergeants announced roll call. Recalls are now in progress.
• Clerk will activate the machine. Sergeants, announce roll call. Roll call is now in progress.
• I certainly appreciate the effort behind this bill.
• The clerk will activate the machines. Sergeants, announce roll call in the halls.

Bills: HB1411, HB3143, HB3144, HB3901, HCR1019, HB3981, HB4248, HB3194, HB3849, HB4095, HB4302, HB3342, HB3344, HB3287, HB3645, HB3647, HB3930, HB3931, HB1818, HB4454, HB4336

Keywords: True Grit Trail, Oklahoma, tourism, signage, Department of Transportation, state parks, historical sites, economic development, medical marijuana, license transfer, Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, moratorium, business regulation, commercial grower licenses, licensing restrictions, agriculture, psychological autopsy, mental health, suicide prevention, state health department

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• connect that entity with the Department of State so that they will check and make sure that their activities
• a box on the form that says, are you required to register with the Department of State for that activity
• a box on the form that says, are you required to register with the Department of State for that activity
• We won't be monitoring their activity; that is for the Department of State to do.
• ... ...on our minds, that we understand that the regulations and the efforts to be in agriculture are

Summary: The Senate Committee on Agriculture met and considered four bills. SB 178, by Senator Rouson, created an agronomic study to be conducted by Florida A&M University, subject to appropriation, to identify viable crops or products for land taken out of production by disease or weather and to assess environmental and economic impacts; it passed unanimously and was reported favorably. SB 980, by Senator Bernard, created a one-year Hunger-Free Campus Pilot Program within FDACS to help postsecondary institutions address student hunger through task forces, SNAP assistance, food pantries, and related measures; DACS support was noted, one student government representative appeared in support, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 786, by Chair Truenow, prohibited assignment of assessments on agricultural improvements for agricultural purposes on lands classified as agriculture; it also passed unanimously and was reported favorably. The committee then took up SB 700, the FDACS “farm bill,” via a strike-all amendment. The amendment included a broad package of technical and substantive changes, including restrictions on additives to public water systems, limits on ESG considerations in agricultural lending, criminal penalties related to drone harassment, updates to disaster loan programs, truth-in-labeling provisions, charity registration changes, on-farm worker housing provisions, and support for FFA and 4-H dues. A major point of discussion was the provision preempting local governments from deciding whether to fluoridate water; supporters argued for statewide consistency and consumer choice, while opponents, including the Florida Dental Association and local officials, warned it would remove local control and harm public health, especially for low-income residents. Other speakers addressed concealed carry due process concerns, landowner rights, and labeling issues. The strike-all was adopted, and CS/SB 700 was reported favorably, with some senators noting they would continue working on concerns before later stops. At the end of the meeting, Senator Burton asked to be recorded as voting yes on SB 178, SB 980, and SB 786, and the committee agreed. The chair also welcomed Warner University agriculture policy students visiting the Capitol, and the meeting adjourned without objection.

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• <04:06:14.880> and uh representative m en's effort and uh representative m en's effort and
• I I definitely appreciate the effort I I definitely appreciate the effort because<04:45:24.480><
• unemployment that you are actively unemployment that you are actively searching<04:57:56.040>
• start out as active duty or as an active duty member, like we have an active duty squadron at P right
• start out as active duty or as an active duty member, like we have an active duty squadron at P right

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• , and Of those 13 active projects, there are 9 standards teacher housing projects that are active.
• Similarly, the district's capacity to actively participate, especially during early design phases, is
• Activity after a couple of years, and I kind of feel an increasing sense of urgency about that.
• This is in terms of projects that are actually moving versus old projects whose activity level we don't
• With the district and the design professional's efforts, they have made changes to eliminate vertical

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• I'm also joined by Gabriela Barahona, who comes to our team after leading advocacy efforts in Texas.
• It also will prohibit removing physical activity for disciplinary reasons.
• This bill puts belts and suspenders on that to say we want our kids active.
• But we don't want to disrupt the food supply in our efforts to make it healthier.
• Today, and you're right, this is a bipartisan effort—it's about our kids and healthy eating.

Bills: SB 25, SB25, SB314

Keywords: attorney ad litem, indigent parents, parent-child relationship, legal representation, Texas Family Code, court procedures, nutrition, health standards, food labeling, education, dietary guidelines, medical education, food safety, school meals, child nutrition, food additives, public health, 1185, senate, all