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• This bill also clarifies that free accessible parking and curbside voting are essential elements of the
• the usage of schools and public buildings, and it makes it clear that voting includes all of these elements
• We will ensure that we meet both elements.
• And so one of the elements of this is we only use schools for our four-day sites.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So that has been extended to all elements of the model.
• The next element are the school administrators, principals, and assistant principals.
• that is causing the district to be -2, or $4 million, just with that element.
• We start to break even, then all of a sudden that element just puts us under.
• And please listen to your constituents because we're here. Thank you. Okay.

Keywords: 916, all

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• may seem elementary, when a deputy or a police officer goes in front of someone, what criteria, elementally
• What elements of a crime, and does a deputy get trained on that?
• and we give them law books and we give them ongoing training, and they are expected to know the elements
• of certainly the basic offenses and... ...are expected to know the elements of certainly the basic offenses
• And elements of an offense are, in order to—so let's use burglary as an example—the elements of burglary

Summary: The Criminal Justice Subcommittee held its first meeting of 2025, took roll, confirmed a quorum, and heard member introductions before turning to an informational panel on how a criminal case moves through Florida’s system. The chair emphasized respectful committee process and introduced staff, then invited the panel to explain the path from arrest through prosecution, first appearance, arraignment, discovery, trial, plea negotiations, and sentencing. Sheriff Bob Gualtieri described law enforcement discretion, probable cause, misdemeanor and felony arrest rules, pre-arrest diversion, jail operations, and the statewide uniform bond schedule. He also discussed jail overcrowding, supervised release, mental health and substance abuse issues in jails, and the need for better case management and diversion resources. Judge Frank Allman explained first appearance, bond setting, arraignment, trial procedures, plea colloquies, and sentencing under Florida’s punishment code, including downward departures and victim impact statements. State Attorney Jack Campbell outlined charging decisions, the higher proof burden prosecutors must meet, coordination with law enforcement, Baker Act proceedings, victim notification, informations versus grand jury indictments, and the role of diversion and treatment courts. Public Defender Matthew Mets described indigency screening, discovery, the growing volume and technical complexity of evidence, mitigation work, and the importance of treatment-based resolutions. Members asked about time-served credit for supervised release, mental health recidivism, homelessness enforcement, ICE holds, and sentencing discretion; no votes were taken and the meeting ended after the informational presentation and discussion.

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• <05:26:40.638> Nevada constituents back home in Nevada constituents back home in Nevada appreciate
• I thank Representative Matt Suie for this effort on behalf of her constituents.
• I know her constituents appreciate the hard work and perseverance.
• <05:34:33.040> work constituents appreciate the hard work constituents appreciate the hard
• I know her constituents appreciate the hard work and perseverance.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Uh, I just have a question about the elements that are grooming on page five of the engrossed bill.
• of grooming and starts the first element of grooming and it<01:01:40.079> says<01:01:40.400><
• So it does require quite a few elements<01:02:11.040> to<01:02:11.280> be<01:02:11.440>
• proved<01:02:11.920> before<01:02:13.119> um<01:02:13.280> that elements
• to be proved before um that elements to be proved before um that person<01:02:13.920> can<01:

Keywords: 916, all

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• I have constituents that were victims.
• I have constituents that were victims. I have constituents that were victims.
• The solution is our constituents.
• In 2023, a Michigan constituent died from tuberculosis caused by contaminated bone graft.
• Molinar's constituent, but was being Molinar's constituent, but was being treated<03:52:52.560> at

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, June 23, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Strategic planning includes several elements.
• the Associate Development Organization grant program, in particular, made really good use of these elements
• that space, but we ask ourselves from an economic development point of view, workforce is a critical element
• that space, but we ask ourselves from an economic development point of view, workforce is a critical element
• Critical element, just like housing is, too, and the siting and regulatory process of getting manufacturers

Summary: The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee’s Initiative 900 subcommittee held a hybrid public hearing on two State Auditor performance audits. The first audit examined efforts to reduce non-emergency use of emergency systems through CARES programs. Auditors reported that Washington has 52 fire-agency-led CARES programs in 26 counties, but many communities without programs said they need one. Major barriers included unstable funding, difficulty hiring qualified staff, volunteer-based rural departments, and lack of statewide guidance. The audit also found that only about half of programs tracked both required performance measures, and it recommended that the legislature consider private insurance reimbursement options and convene a statewide work group to develop guidance, standards, and possible changes to the role of the Department of Health. Agency representatives and fire officials largely supported the findings and emphasized that short-term grants and one-year contracts make programs hard to sustain. Committee discussion focused heavily on financing, especially Medicaid reimbursement and accountable communities of health (ACHs). Auditors clarified that the 10% figure cited in the report referred to direct Medicaid reimbursement for treat-and-refer services, which some agencies do not pursue because the $115 rate is too low relative to the administrative effort. Several fire officials testified that their programs rely on grants and ACH support, but that funding is often year-to-year and uncertain. They also described the value of CARES programs in reducing emergency room use, jail detentions, and long ambulance wait times, while noting barriers to sharing patient records across systems. Members asked whether the new public safety sales tax authority could help, but fire district representatives said it is not a direct funding option for them. The second audit reviewed performance management in the Department of Commerce’s Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness. Auditors found that the division does not yet have a statewide economic development strategic plan and that performance management is inconsistent across its 16 programs. In a limited review, all six sampled programs had goals, but only half clearly identified performance measures and targets, and only three tracked outcomes and published results. The audit highlighted leading practices from other states, including strategic planning, regular progress reporting, aligning program goals with agency goals, and using performance-based contracts and grant monitoring. Recommendations urged Commerce to seek stakeholder input, assess internal and external conditions, set goals and measures, align programs with the strategy, and strengthen monitoring and evaluation. Commerce officials agreed with the audit and said the division is already working toward a strategic plan, with a new assistant director to be hired and a target of completing the work by mid-next year. Members pressed the department on how the plan would connect to workforce, higher education, housing, and other economic development systems, and asked Commerce to return to JLARC next year with progress updates. The meeting ended with instructions for submitting written public comments and notice of the next JLARC meeting schedule.

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• new, you discuss in the report, the new Growth Management Act requirement for a climate resilience element
• must be woven throughout their comprehensive plan, goals, and policies within the other mandatory elements
• mitigation plans to be adopted by reference in lieu of developing a standalone climate resilience element
• Commerce must evaluate the impact of local climate resilience and greenhouse gas emissions sub-elements
• reducing local greenhouse gas emissions, vehicle miles traveled per capita, and the impact adopted sub-elements

Summary: The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee I-900 Subcommittee heard JLARC’s annual update on the status of legislative implementation of State Auditor recommendations, followed by two State Auditor performance audits. JLARC staff reported that for the 2024 review period there were three new legislative recommendations and three unresolved older recommendations. They said the legislature did not convene a work group on civil asset forfeiture, and no formal action was taken on two water-use-efficiency recommendations. Two recommendations related to concurrent Medicaid enrollments were addressed in a bill introduced this session, but that bill was not adopted. The first audit examined how Washington can ensure climate-resilient electricity infrastructure. The State Auditor found the state has opportunities to better adapt new energy infrastructure by using more site-specific climate information, broader collaboration, and vulnerability assessments. The report recommended expanding climate analyses through the University of Washington Climate Impacts Group if funding is available, using forecasted information in DNR wildfire maps, designating a non-regulatory office to coordinate siting and conflict resolution, and expanding vulnerability assessments in Ecology and Commerce processes. Agency witnesses generally agreed resilience is important but emphasized existing efforts, the need to avoid duplicative requirements, the importance of affordability and efficiency, and the role of current forums such as the Clean Energy Siting Council and SEPA processes. The second audit reviewed fines for human trafficking and related sexual exploitation crimes. Auditors found courts assessed fines inconsistently, collection rates varied, some revenues were sent to the wrong local government, and some jurisdictions did not use the money as required for enforcement, prevention, or survivor services. The audit recommended courts work with prosecutors to improve awareness of mandatory fines, and that King and Pierce County improve coding, templates, and tracking so revenues are routed and used correctly. King County testified that it appreciated the audit and described its existing prevention and survivor-support work. The committee took no votes or formal actions and adjourned after the presentations and testimony.

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• started, is companies have trouble where they say that they'll require a manual data pull or some other element
• Or some other element that is taking additional time.
• There are elements of this legislation that the residents desire and need that have no cost implications
• There are elements of this legislation that the residents desire and need that have no cost implications
• I want to share a few things about the organization and quickly about the high-level elements of the

Summary: The committee heard and advanced several insurance, financial regulation, and public safety bills. The most extensive discussion centered on SB 1656, a major Office of Insurance Regulation bill covering reciprocal insurers, rate transparency, data calls, cybersecurity notification, and stronger oversight of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). The sponsor and OIR described the bill as aimed at transparency and preventing insolvencies, especially after recent CCRC failures. CCRC residents and industry representatives testified both in support and in opposition, with supporters emphasizing resident protection and opponents warning about liens, reserve requirements, management-company regulation, and higher costs. After debate and assurances that problematic provisions would be refined, the committee adopted a delete-all amendment and then reported the bill favorably. The committee also passed SB 1658, which creates a public records framework for the uniform mitigation verification of inspection form database while protecting policyholders’ personal information; a clarifying amendment was adopted before the bill was reported favorably. SB 1612 on financial institutions was approved after a substitute amendment restored current limits on credit union investments and kept only reimbursement, not salary, authority for certain board members and officers. SB 1740, an insurance bill intended to reduce premiums and insurer insolvency risk, was amended to prioritize rate-decrease filings and prohibit claim denials based solely on AI, then reported favorably. Two public-safety bills also moved forward. SB 1212 on firefighter health and safety would update OSHA-related protections, address toxic exposure in gear, encourage safer replacement equipment, and support best practices and mental health resources; an amendment refined terminology and added related provisions, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 1184 on residual market insurers was amended to preserve existing consumer protections and disclosure rules for excess and surplus lines and to clarify Citizens-related appointment requirements before being reported favorably. Throughout the meeting, members repeatedly noted ongoing stakeholder negotiations and intent to refine several bills further in later committee stops.

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• Take rare earth elements, for example.
• Take rare earth elements, for example.
• mouth are not showerheads constituents mouth are not showerheads or<02:58:53.359> water<02:58
• And I yield back. about my constituent. Even more, these about my constituent.
• c><04:56:38.000> about<04:56:38.240> the constituents all the time about the constituents

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• What are the elements of readiness, not knowing what projects proponents may bring in the future, in
• And really, we're just talking about adding a new element of the NRC into the mix.
• The other elements of the tax code, they can wait.
• And really, when we talk about financing, in my mind, there's two big elements.
• And really, when we talk about financing, in my mind, there's two big elements.

Summary: The Advanced Nuclear Energy Committee met to review prior minutes and hear a series of presentations on advanced nuclear technology and state readiness. The committee approved the April 21, 2022 minutes. Nucleon’s William Bridge outlined the advanced nuclear landscape, distinguishing near-term light-water SMRs from more advanced Gen 4 reactors and microreactors, and emphasized that fuel supply, especially HALEU, remains a developing supply chain. He said light-water designs are the most deployable in the near term, while advanced reactors may be better suited for industrial heat applications and could face a 2- to 3-year delay from fuel availability. Representatives from NASEO described how other states are supporting advanced nuclear through task forces, roadmaps, pilot programs, financing tools, workforce and supply-chain efforts, and regional coordination. They highlighted the Advanced Nuclear First Mover Initiative and stressed that states are focusing early on emergency preparedness, community engagement, waste management, affordability, and consumer protections. They also noted that some states are creating nuclear-ready community programs and cost-recovery guardrails, while public utility commissions are examining long-term lifecycle costs and rate impacts. North Dakota agencies then outlined their potential roles. The Public Service Commission said it would likely be involved in public-interest review, siting, and rate regulation, but noted current statutes may not fully address long-term nuclear projects, co-location, or decommissioning. The Department of Environmental Quality said it would continue to regulate radioactive materials and likely support emergency planning, while fission reactor oversight remains federal. The Department of Emergency Services said it would serve as the lead off-site preparedness agency, needing a radiological emergency program, training, exercises, equipment, and possibly industry funding. The Department of Water Resources said North Dakota has sufficient surface water, especially from the Missouri River, but that water planning would be important; it did not recommend statutory or budget changes at this time. The committee recessed for lunch after these presentations, with no additional votes or actions taken.

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• Well, that solves the mystery I had of an extremely irritated constituent who was only putting things
• <00:41:43.720> who<00:41:43.880> was extremely irritated constituent who was extremely
• And certainly if you ever have constituents that come to you with concerns, you can come to me and we
• It may be a plus if constituents are asking. Yes, Senator G.
• are telling me country my constituents are telling me that<03:10:47.439> they<03:10:47.520>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee meeting began with an overview from the Legislative Budget Assistant Office on how Ways and Means will work with agencies and leadership during the budget and revenue-estimating process. Staff explained that the governor’s budget is still being developed, agencies are cautious about going on record early, and the committee will use worksheets and updated fiscal reports to track estimates. The presentation emphasized that the fiscal year 2025 budget status is a point-in-time snapshot and remains fluid because the annual comprehensive financial report has been delayed, which could change the beginning balances for both the general fund and education trust fund. The budget update highlighted that the general fund is currently stronger than originally assumed, while the education trust fund is weaker. The speaker said the general fund began FY25 with a much larger balance than expected, while the education trust fund came in lower due to higher-than-budgeted adequacy spending and weaker business tax performance. Revenue trends showed the general fund slightly ahead year to date, but the education trust fund down significantly. The committee also discussed unbudgeted appropriations, including attorney general litigation, legal settlements, abandoned property claims, adequacy true-ups, and education freedom accounts, as well as the role of lapses and off-budget items in the final balance. Members asked about the delayed liquor commission audit and whether it could affect revenue forecasts. Staff said the delay was mainly caused by the commission’s switch in point-of-sale systems and staffing losses, but did not expect major ongoing reporting issues. They also noted that liquor fund variances are more likely tied to Medicaid expansion costs than to commission operations. The governor’s office was said to be working on possible budget reductions, but no January request to the fiscal committee was expected. Commissioner Lindsay Stepp of the Department of Revenue Administration then presented an overview of state revenue sources, focusing first on the meals and rentals tax. She explained that DRA administers 14 taxes that account for most state revenue, and that meals and rentals tax growth has slowed after strong post-pandemic gains. She described factors affecting the tax, including employment, inflation, fuel and food prices, wages, and weather, and noted that online platforms like Airbnb have improved compliance by collecting and remitting tax on behalf of hosts. Members asked about short-term rental compliance and how DRA identifies unlicensed rentals; Stepp said referrals, anonymous tips, and platform data help enforcement.

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• With respect to the element of attempt to transfer, this instruction would be appropriate if there is
• Now, while you still have to intentionally prove the elements, which I have listed here in front of me
• The actual elements of the crime are: the defendant transferred, caused a transfer of, or attempted to
• 19-year-old distributes a substance that's listed currently as is, we don't have to prove, as an element
• You just have to prove the element that they're under the age of 18 through a parent or, in this case

Bills: HB99, HB38, HB165, HB127, HB72, HB151, SB40, SB104, SB136, SB164

Keywords: medical malpractice, malpractice reform, patient's compensation fund, PCF, health care liability, tort reform, damage caps, punitive damages, hospital liability, physician liability, nurse practitioner, certified nurse-midwife, outpatient facility, ambulatory surgical center, urgent care, free-standing emergency room, insurance surcharge, superintendent of insurance, New Mexico hospitals, medical review process

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• And water is a couple different elements, right? Water, we've got rising water. We got wave force.
• So we design... ...for all those elements in mind to make sure that that investment and that service
• One of the common elements that you see with hurricanes is erosion, right?
• All right, so the third element is our drainage systems.
• And so every element... ...state materials office.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Transportation met to hear presentations from the Florida Department of Transportation on rural arterial roadways and transportation resiliency, followed by a panel discussion on metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs). FDOT’s Will Watts described the state’s growing population and travel demand, emphasizing that rural arterials are critical for connectivity, freight movement, evacuation routes, and congestion relief. He outlined FDOT’s project selection factors, noted thousands of identified rural arterial needs with billions in unfunded demand, and explained that the department uses community input and long-range planning to prioritize safety, capacity, and economic development. Watts then discussed resiliency planning for hurricanes and flooding, focusing on structural design, storm readiness, and drainage. He highlighted efforts such as elevated bridges, wave attenuators, coastal armoring, drainage upgrades, and materials testing at FDOT’s research facilities to extend service life and reduce storm damage. Committee members asked about local project selection, materials research, LiDAR use, and legislative support; Watts said local coordination drives project priorities and asked lawmakers to protect the Transportation Trust Fund. The MPO panel, led by FDOT’s Kim Holland, explained that MPOs are federally required in urban areas over 50,000 population and that Florida has 27, the most in the nation. Holland said MPOs identify and prioritize transportation needs through long-range plans and public engagement, and she noted that several regions are exploring consolidation after the 2020 Census, especially in Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida. Representatives from MetroPlan Orlando, Forward Pinellas, Pasco MPO, and Hillsborough discussed their structures and the potential benefits and challenges of merging, including representation, governance, funding, and maintaining local voice. Members generally supported regional collaboration, urged patience as studies continue, and emphasized the need for transparent public engagement, while the committee adjourned after no further business.

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• Food is such an important element of this and getting people to jobs and living wage jobs to actually
• Um, food is such an important element of Um, food is such an important element of this<00:17:24.720><
• There are several different elements of the SNAP program.
• So that is one element of the SNAP program that is straight federal funds.
• <00:20:41.160> of There are several different elements of There are several different elements

Keywords: Roll Call - 00:10 Discussion on SCR 61 – 01:46 Vote on SCR 61 – 11:33 Discussion on SR 18 – 12:30 Vote on SR 18 - 30:01 Discussion on Ky Residential Autism Services – 32:34 Questions & Comments – 56:56, 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first considered Senate Concurrent Resolution 61, sponsored by Senator Shelley Funke Frommeyer and Representative Matt Lockett. The resolution, as amended by committee substitute, would create a legislative task force tied to the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) framework to study Kentucky health policy, including Medicaid drug approvals, preventive and alternative therapies, holistic health education, oversight and transparency in health care, and research into integrative approaches. Supporters said the goal was to address chronic disease and reduce over-medication, while emphasizing the effort was not intended as an attack on agriculture or the pharmaceutical industry. The resolution received favorable expression and passed the committee 9-0. The committee then heard Senate Resolution 18 from Senator Neal, urging Kentucky to maximize participation in the federal SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) program. Testimony from Jessica Klein of the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy and Secretary Eric Friedlander explained that SNAP E&T provides job training, education, and support services for SNAP participants, and that the program is federally matched and does not require additional General Assembly funding in the normal course. Members discussed how the program works, whether it could create new state costs, and how it fits with efforts to connect food assistance, workforce development, and local agriculture. Questions also focused on whether SNAP spending can be steered toward healthier foods and farmers markets, including Kentucky’s Double Dollars program, which was described as helping participants buy produce, meat, and dairy at participating markets and some retailers. Several members expressed support for the workforce goals but asked for more information on fiscal impacts and purchasing data. Secretary Friedlander said the SNAP E&T funds are separate from nutrition benefits, and that the state match generally comes from employer, university, or workforce partner contributions rather than new state appropriations. Senator Herron explained her vote in favor by saying the program could help people gain education and employment and reduce reliance on SNAP over time. Senate Resolution 18 was then adopted by the committee.

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• And, uh, I'm actually not going to be signing the bill and dropping it in because the elements that I
• They're um some of the elements from the governor's proposed budget that we're taking into this bill.
• that I agree with because the elements that I agree with or<00:19:58.760> we're<00:19:58.880>
• <00:20:19.320> from<00:20:19.440> the They're um some of the elements from the They're
• um some of the elements from the governor's<00:20:20.000> budget<00:20:20.280> proposed

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• These are elements on their wish lists. It fell into nine categories.
• These are elements on the community.
• These are elements on their<00:11:00.720> wish<00:11:00.960> lists.
• The community saw some of these elements supported by community partners.
• <01:01:35.080> or possibly include sculptural elements or possibly include sculptural elements

Bills: SR185, HB2452, HB2329, HB2272, HB2273, HB2335, HB1656, HB2207, HB2289, HB1854, HB2581, HB20, HB2296, HB1707, HB2297, HB1890, HB2241, HB2474, HB1688, HB2546, HB1574, HB1546, HB2218, HB1163, HB1514, HB1749, HB2385, HB1576, HB1974, HB2022, HB1973, HB2005, HB1894, HB1515, HB1718, HB1591, HB2475, HB1721, HB1864, HB1946, HB1920

Keywords: Department of Education, capital improvement program, performance audit, infrastructure, transparency, state bonds, general obligation bonds, GO bonds, bond authorization, state debt limit, constitutional debt limit, Article VII Section 13, Hawaii bonds, state borrowing, public finance, capital improvement projects, supplemental appropriations, judiciary appropriations, refunding bonds, reimbursable bonds

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• I am back today as one of your constituents concerned that the proposed funding moves even further from
• back today as one of your constituents back today as one of your constituents concerned<00:40:12.240
• c><01:18:40.800> of<01:18:41.040> having<01:18:41.440> locally control, that element
• and awards that power to constituents and awards that power to the<02:06:44.320> state.
• , including me, this bill, constituents, including me, this bill, which<02:10:03.679> in<02:10

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• regulations and licensing department to further regulate the use of colors, materials, and design elements
• Including packaging materials, text, backgrounds, logo, symbols, design elements, while allowing color
• All of the regulated markets recognize using color and design elements on cannabis packaging in a responsible
• All of the regulated markets recognize using color and design elements on cannabis packaging in a responsible
• and safety while importantly ensuring the correct product is dispensed, because color and design elements

Keywords: 996, all

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• Now we're going to skip around a little bit and take up Tab 6, CS for SB 1136, on age as an element of
• misrepresentation of the victim's age as a legal defense in crimes where the age of the victim is a critical element
• This new statute prescribes definitions concerning the offense, including three elements: the employment
• If the person engages in these three elements discussed. Thank you. There is an amendment.
• My faith gives me this framework of justice that comes with an element of forgiveness.

Keywords: 999, senate, all