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• seven in the nation, according to MaxPreps, and they finished the regular season with the highest power
• House Bill 610 by Representative Cruz, monies in the state treasury, powers and duties of the treasurer
• accounts, provide relative to certain trust programs, authorize entering into certain contracts, powers
• Chemical plants, power plants, water intakes, natural gas transmission, and on and on are all defined
• Senate Bill 415 by Senator Abraham: food purchase cards, creating the Empower Louisiana Food Purchase

Bills: HR188, HR189, HR190, HR191, HR179, HR180, HR181, HR182, HR183, HR185, HR186, HR187, HCR75, HCR76, HCR77, HCR78, HCR79, SCR24, SCR36, SCR39, SB64, SB107, SB152, SB185, SB217, SB232, SB278, SB290, SB294, SB320, SB321, SB419, SB424, SB436, SB440, SB468, SB470, SB476, SB482, SB489, HCR32, SCR11, HB12, HB42, HB205, HB222, HB267, HB324, HB325, HB350, HB478, HB610, HB617, HB679, HB745, HB749, HB797, HB807, HB821, HB896, HB979, HB992, HB1000, HB1024, HB1050, HB1166, HB1172, HB1173, HB1193, HB1207, HB1218, HB1223, SB256, SB180, HR1, HR17, HCR5, HCR4, HCR47, HB59, HB74, HB159, HB330, HB364, HB414, HB458, HB525, HB568, HB786, HB1008, HB1033, HB1034, HB1041, HB1062, HB1070, HB1079, HB1112, HB1118, HB1139, HB1151, HB1176, HB1182, HB1196, HB1214, HB1241, HB87, HB115, HB162, HB368, HB433, HB441, HB447, HB466, HB481, HB741, HB1242, HB362, HB893, HB990, HB1007, HB1153, HB1243, SB162, SB349, SB350, SB382, SB383, SB127, SB244, HB615, HB864, HB1103, HB1175, HB31, HB225, HB608, HB664, HB897, HB977, HB1003, HB1160, HB1180, HB911, HB306, HB366, HB1161, HB1230, HB181, HB901, HR20, HR74, HB284, HB393, HB459, HB577, HB582, HB605, HB614, HB682, HB733, HB772, HB773, HB996, HB1035, HB1058, HB1082, HB1113, HB1189, HB1234, HB1240

Keywords: hunting dogs, field trials, working dogs, dog training, greyhound protection, Farm Bill, federal overreach, sportsmen, sportswomen, wildlife management, conservation, rural communities, Louisiana hunting, hunting tradition, animal welfare, dog breeders, dog owners, outdoor recreation, Kathy Taylor, musical achievements

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• The Power to the People Act outlaws any more increases in power rates until 2029.
• <00:58:19.200> bill, power bill, power bill, >> right?
• all the power. all the power.
• are struggling with their power bills. are struggling with their power bills.
• Real power is when your presence inspires action. Real power is when your story sparks change.

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a roll call establishing a quorum of 28 senators present. The body agreed to excuse absent senators, dispense with reading and adopt the previous journal, and allow bills and committee reports to be introduced throughout the day. The presiding officer also recognized several guests on the floor and in the gallery, including an intern from the Lieutenant Governor’s office and guests of Senator Chambliss. Committee reports focused on confirmations for Alabama State University’s Board of Trustees. Patricia Anne Jones (Confirmation 79), Angela Star (Confirmation 80), and Bobby Singleton (Confirmation 78) each received favorable committee reports and were confirmed by the full Senate, with roll-call votes showing unanimous or near-unanimous support. The chamber spent considerable time in lighthearted debate and personal remarks during Singleton’s confirmation before adopting the motion and confirming him. The Senate also adopted Senate Joint Resolution 81 commending the Coach Safely Foundation for youth sports injury mitigation, and several other resolutions honoring individuals and organizations, including Johnny Williams, Jim America, Senior Trooper Hunter Woodruff, and retired Army Colonel Shawn Thomas Prricett. A resolution encouraging Alabama public high schools to form a consortium was also adopted. On local bills, the Senate passed Senate Bill 243 regarding Jefferson County and House Bill 532 regarding Shelby County, both by using the previous roll and with no opposition. The Rules Committee then reported a special order calendar for the 22nd legislative day, which the Senate adopted 30-0. The special order calendar included bills on the Board of Funeral Services, the Public Service Commission, tax abatements, electric utilities, child support, dogs, school lands, Chambers County, and real property. The first special-order bill taken up was Senate Bill 107 by Senators Figures and Gudger, concerning the Alabama Board of Funeral Services. Senators discussed the bill’s purpose of funding the board’s increased duties, the effect on funeral home license fees, and an amendment offered by Senator Bell to reduce certain fees. The amendment was adopted, and the bill was explained as not affecting pre-need funeral arrangements. Debate continued as members asked questions about costs to families and funeral homes, but the chamber had not yet reached final disposition of the bill by the end of the excerpt.

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• My apologies. 22 electric cooperatives throughout the state that provide power to the rural areas in
• My apologies. 22 electric cooperatives throughout the state that provide power to the rural areas in
• throughout the state that provide power throughout the state that provide power to<00:13:09.200>
• has the right to know whether purchaser has the right to know whether you<00:16:56.800> have<
• Alabama tax-free municipal who purchase Alabama tax-free municipal bonds.<00:45:24.160> Taxpaying

Bills: SB170, SB177, SB207, SB208, SB215, HB27, SB219, SB247, SB232, SB81

Keywords: 923, senate, all

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• peaking power in order to provide power peaking power in order to provide power for<00:39:21.200
• peak power distribution. peak power distribution.
• . power. power.
• producers would be able to build it. purchasing power that's coming on the purchasing power that's coming
• power? power?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• As Senate leaders, you hold the power to profoundly shape the legacy and secure the rightful place in
• retired state employee to purchase retired state employee to purchase benefits<01:48:06.719>
• the powers of a housing or redevelopment authority or the powers of a city.
• the powers of the newly created Ramsey County Economic Development Authority.
• existing state law, uh, except the power existing state law, uh, except the power to<01:58:01.920

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• New York's youth bring powerful voices and unique perspectives, and we honor them today.
• And it is because of the power that he has, the way he harnessed the power of music to heal people who
• you know, we stand today in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence and reaffirm simple but powerful
• >> The Department of Labor would have enforcement powers if they believe that someone was violating this
• You purchase one ad, it goes on. For the violation purposes, if..."

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and adopted a resolution calendar with several exceptions before taking up a series of ceremonial resolutions and bills. Members welcomed student visitors from the YWCA of White Plains’ Voices Unfiltered Policy Program, then adopted resolutions honoring Senegalese independence and the Senegalese community, MWBE Advocacy Day, John Coltrane’s 100th birthday, the Sing Sing Prison Museum, I Love My Park Day, Animal Advocacy Day, Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month, and Denim Day. Speakers emphasized cultural recognition, public service, environmental stewardship, animal welfare, rare disease awareness, and support for survivors of sexual violence; each resolution was adopted. The chamber then moved through the regular calendar, passing a number of bills on broad roll-call votes. Among the measures approved were bills amending the Penal Law, Executive Law, Public Housing Law, Retirement and Social Security Law, Social Services Law, Environmental Conservation Law, General Municipal Law, Railroad Law, Election Law, Labor Law, and Public Service Law. Several bills passed unanimously or nearly so, while a few drew notable opposition, including a public health measure that passed 39-19 and the labor-related bill on ghost job postings that passed 39-19 after extended debate. The most detailed floor debate centered on the Labor Law bill addressing “ghost jobs,” requiring employers with 100 or more employees to disclose whether postings are for current vacancies, expected future openings, or general resume collection, with Department of Labor enforcement and civil penalties. Supporters argued it would protect job seekers from deceptive postings; opponents said it was unnecessary, burdensome, and could invite litigation or penalties disproportionate to the problem. The Senate also debated and passed a bill expanding election-language assistance under the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act to Haitian Creole and Middle Eastern and North African communities, with supporters citing growing language-access needs and opponents raising concerns about scope and local costs. The Senate then adjourned until the next day.

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• We don't run off like a plug; we run a wall because if the power goes down or if there's a weather event
• Their purview; they don't want the state to take control of that power in any instance, so not in this
• These are solar-powered, very large UAVs. The picture on page 17 is from AeroVironment last year.
• I think it produces something like 30 or 40% more power with a lot fewer parts.
• Purchase for $500,000 homes. That is not even me. I couldn't do that if I wanted to.

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• In the 20th century, 1923, Mary Cabot Wheelwright purchased the Hacienda and six acres of land.
• It was amended in 2006, and that allows lease purchase agreements, which are sort of a new thing and
• So if I'm a purchaser, you know, why issue tax-exempt debt?
• We're able to provide those underwriters, those traders, purchase their bonds.
• Does a state entity purchase the hospital or something like that? That's fine.

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• We managed to age-gate, meaning you have to be 21 or over to purchase the products.
• You need a card to purchase medical marijuana in the state of Florida.
• It's a legal environment that we have to purchase that product here in Florida.
• And then I purchase their products and I put it on my shelves.
• And then I purchase their products and I put it on my shelves.

Summary: The Committee on Agriculture heard a presentation from Florida FFA state officers Gabby Howell and Macy Jordan, who described FFA and agricultural education as a three-part model of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience, and leadership development. They highlighted FFA membership growth, Florida’s more than 60,000 members, industry certifications, and state funding that allows all agriculture education students to participate at no cost. Members praised the students and the organization’s role in developing future agricultural leaders. The committee then took up SB 438, which would regulate hemp and hemp extract products, including THC-infused beverages, by adding testing, labeling, retail location, age, and event restrictions, along with penalties and $2 million for testing equipment. Senator Burton said the bill is intended to address public safety, prevent products with illegal THC levels from reaching consumers, and respond to the governor’s prior veto concerns, especially store location and regulation. An amendment clarifying final batch testing was adopted without objection. Testimony was mixed. Supporters, including beverage distributors, law enforcement, and some hemp beverage businesses, backed regulation and said the bill would improve safety and clarity, though some asked for changes to avoid treating specialty beverage retailers like liquor stores. Opponents and some hemp industry representatives argued the bill was too restrictive, would hurt small businesses, and could push products into the black market; they also objected to THC limits, event restrictions, and the proposed regulatory structure. After debate, the committee voted 6-0 to report CS for SB 438 favorably.

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• e-bikes differently than traditional bicycles gets in the way of specifically trying to limit the power
• specifically trying to limit the power specifically trying to limit the power of<00:18:50.520>
• higher-powered higher-powered um<00:19:04.120> class<00:19:04.440> three<00:19:04.760>
• helmets for those who may not purchase helmets for those who may not have<00:19:14.080> the<00
• I just purchased<00:19:15.800> my<00:19:16.280> a<00:19:16.440> helmet<00:19:16.840

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• of suicide, I also believe in the power of suicide, I also believe in the power of<00:38:04.160>
• It's a power grab to take away power and authority from over 700,000 residents of this district.
• It's a power grab to take away safety.
• It's a power grab to take away power<02:21:05.040> and<02:21:05.280> authority<02:21:05.680
• powers, build up its institutions. powers, build up its institutions.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• I mean, again, it's something similar where whenever I purchase, I always purchase the limit because
• financially speaking, it is a lot more advantageous to purchase the limit.
• piece of paper when they go to purchase piece of paper when they go to purchase firearm firearm
• Purchasing a firearm.
• uh two to 50 times more more powerful uh two to 50 times more more powerful than<04:46:38.638>

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• When the salary range was originally established, the purchasing power of the dollar was significantly
• Sam Altman of OpenAI said government regulation will be critical to mitigate the risks of powerful AI
• systems and has suggested licensing the most powerful systems with the ability to revoke that license
• It is accountability, transparency, and keeping powerful tools under human control.

Summary: The committee met without a quorum at first, but proceeded with public hearings on two Senate bills. Senate Bill 944, sponsored by Sen. Carla May, would update the statutory salary range for the City of St. Louis sheriff’s attorney, which she said has been unchanged since 1990 and no longer reflects inflation, modern legal demands, or comparable compensation in other jurisdictions. Rep. Fuchs offered supportive remarks, and there was no opposition or informational testimony. No vote was taken on SB 944 during the hearing. The committee then heard Senate Bill 1012, sponsored by Sen. Nicola, a broad artificial intelligence bill intended to clarify that AI is not a legal person, that humans remain responsible for AI-assisted decisions, and that licensed professionals must retain independent judgment. The bill also addressed companion chatbots, election-related AI disclosures, and other consumer protections. Supporters of the bill’s general accountability approach were not present in testimony, but opponents from Americans for Prosperity and the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry argued the bill was overly broad, could chill innovation, and contained numerous drafting and cross-reference errors, including unused definitions and inconsistent metadata requirements. Members questioned how liability would apply to end users and noted the need for clearer drafting. After public testimony, the committee moved into executive session on SB 1012. A motion was made for do pass, but the roll call resulted in zero ayes and 11 noes, and the bill was voted failed. The meeting then adjourned.

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• and hear your will, and write on our hearts these words: Use ...write on our hearts these words: Use power
• For we are given power not to advance our own purposes, nor to make a great show in the world, nor a
• There is but one just use of power, and it is to serve people.
• Help us ...power, and it is to serve people. Help us to remember it, Lord, the Lord our God.
• to current indices going forward so that it would be a reasonable expense for families looking to purchase

Bills: HB226, HB24, HB309, HB315, HB272, HB24, HB226, HB309, HB315, HB272

Keywords: HB226, homestead exemption, ad valorem tax, property tax, property tax relief, widow, widower, unremarried spouse, surviving spouse, senior exemption, elderly, disabled, permanently and totally disabled, blind taxpayer, deed ownership, principal residence, school tax, county tax, municipal tax, Alabama Department of Revenue

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• Chairman, members, House Majority Ways and Means... ...for the purchaser or their heirs or any assignees
• In addition to voting on the regular election cycle, they have the power of initiative, referendum, and
• use the shorthand of Wayfair, but we're really talking about the taxation of remote sellers—those purchases
• administration's tariffs is being felt by families every time we visit the grocery store, when we purchase
• administration's tariffs, is being felt by families every time we visit the grocery store, when we purchase

Bills: HB2780, HB4029, HB4030, HCR2052

Keywords: judicial foreclosure, tax lien, redemption rights, excess proceeds, property auction, income tax, federal tax conformity, revenue analysis, legislative session, tax reporting, municipal fees, county fees, utility rates, moratorium, tax classification, local government, inflation, economic stability, tax increases, cost-of-living protection

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• Maintenance and purchase reductions, technology expenditures have been reduced, and the purchase of 10
• learning experiences<00:04:20.759> maintenance<00:04:21.239> and<00:04:21.440> purchase
• experiences maintenance and purchase experiences maintenance and purchase reductions<00:04:22.919
• <00:04:24.320> reduced<00:04:25.160> and<00:04:25.280> the<00:04:25.400> purchase
• <00:04:25.759> of<00:04:25.880> 10 been reduced and the purchase of 10 been reduced

Bills: HF51, HF1161, HF2201, HF2786, HF1053

Keywords: HF51, Sibley County, State-Aid Highway 21, capital investment, bonding bill, general obligation bonds, transportation infrastructure, road improvements, sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, local infrastructure, county grant, Minnesota Department of Transportation, bond proceeds fund, public works, utility infrastructure, education finance, school district funding, tax base adjustment

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• 34.560> maintain,<00:04:35.520> repair<00:04:36.000> thermal<00:04:36.400> power
• build, maintain, repair thermal power build, maintain, repair thermal power plants,<00:04:37.280
• utilized in these of electrical power utilized in these you<00:15:10.639> know<00:15:10.800><
• I think we all want to make sure that people 21 and up are the ones that are able to purchase cannabis
• and c having housing time of purchase and c having housing development<00:25:34.320> as<00:25

Bills: HF4348, HF4186, HF4202, HF4455, HF3884, HF3883, HF3882, HF3881, HF2688, HF3295, HF3862, HF3362, HF4242, HF3798

Keywords: HF4186, Minnesota local government finance, housing and redevelopment authority, HRA, public investment authority, qualifying government, State Board of Investment, SBI, index mutual fund, multifamily housing development, long-term equity investment, investment-grade fixed income, federally insured securities, government-sponsored entities, municipal investing, local government investments, housing finance, public funds, investment policy, risk of loss

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• Antonio has played an important role in numerous South Texas communities, changing lives through the power
• In 2007, we required any bus purchased after 2010 to include a three-point seat belt, and in 2017, we
• In 2007, we required any bus purchased after 2010 to include a three-point seat belt, and in 2017, we
• The powers relating to impeachment are a vital check and balance between branches of government.
• Senate Bill 352 by Parker, relating to the powers and duties in validating certain acts and proceedings

Summary: The Senate opened with an invocation by Pastor Jim Harris of Tilden Baptist Church, followed by remarks from Senator Zaffirini recognizing his service and retirement as an agricultural teacher. The chamber also received a message from the governor on appointments to the Coastal Water Authority Board of Directors. Senators then adopted SR 434 honoring Goodwill Industries of San Antonio’s 80th anniversary, with Senators Gutierrez, Menendez, and Zaffirini praising its workforce training and second-chance employment mission; SR 435 recognizing Dr. Christine Ramos Camacho as Doctor of the Day; and a group of additional resolutions adopted by voice vote. Senator Zaffirini also introduced the McMullen County Day delegation, and Senator Gutierrez introduced the Doctor of the Day. The Senate then took up and passed several bills. SB 1951 addressed penalties for late property rendition filings and removed a financial incentive for appraisal districts; SB 1261 related to financing water supply projects in the state water plan; SB 1620 created a Texas Forensic Analyst Apprenticeship Pilot Program; SB 530 updated higher-education accreditation rules; SB 2183 standardized fireworks sales periods statewide; SB 2368 strengthened the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act and added foreign-affiliation safeguards for electricity market participants; SB 1398 limited children without placement (CWOP) practices and added community-based care transparency; and SB 1960 established digital replication rights for voice and visual likenesses. Each of these bills advanced through suspension of the regular order, passage to engrossment, suspension of the three-day rule, and final passage, with recorded votes generally showing strong support and some opposition on a few measures. The chamber also debated SB 825, which would require an annual study of the economic, environmental, and financial impacts of illegal immigration. Senators Middleton, Hinojosa, Gutierrez, and Eckhardt debated whether the study should include positive as well as negative impacts; an amendment to require that broader analysis failed, and the bill was left pending after passage to engrossment. Other measures passed included SB 2010, prohibiting political subdivisions from operating guaranteed income programs; SB 546, requiring reporting and continued implementation of school bus seat belts; SB 586, establishing the Historical Texas Cemetery designation program; SB 1150, requiring inactive oil and gas wells to be plugged or returned to production under a compliance plan; SB 1184, lowering the minimum age of wine eligible for sale by wine collection sellers; SB 2185, clarifying bilingual education allotment funding; SB 1923, making child support follow the child in certain temporary placements; SB 2252, expanding early literacy and numeracy supports and screening tools; SB 1870, barring local decriminalization of drugs; and SB 2405, the major TDCJ sunset bill, which included facility planning, parole and rehabilitation reforms, and an amendment protecting parole board discretion. Most of these bills were adopted after floor amendments and passed with recorded votes, often along party-line or near-party-line divisions.

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• Chairman, it's long been something that I think is a separation of powers.
• We hear this from the opposing party often, the separation of powers issue. The fact...
• The opposing party often the separation of powers issue.
• Also, part of that money is to purchase well-needed patrol cars.

Bills: HB2148, HB2993

Keywords: federal funding, state budget, appropriation, block grants, noncustodial funds, legislative authority, Arizona attorney general, Department of Public Safety, DPS, consumer fraud revolving fund, consumer protection fund, gang and immigration intelligence team enforcement mission fund, public safety appropriation, supplemental appropriation, outside counsel, state agency legal representation, legal services, state settlement proceeds, general fund, A.R.S. 41-192

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• help people go to farmers markets and enjoy the healthy, nutritious benefit of all that they can purchase
• The Local Food Purchase Assistance Program that I've been talking with farmers about actually connects
• And how about the local purchase? Yeah, I take nothing away from that.
• The biggest purchase is the biggest challenge is definitely on the school side of things.
• Land Trust, Renewal Institute, Pacific Forest Trust, and Power Nature.

Keywords: 988, house, all