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• and the Senate said goodbye to that. and the Senate said goodbye to that.
• Senate has concurrence of the House. Senate has concurrence of the House.
• The<00:44:05.359> Senate, The Senate, The Senate, thank<00:44:07.359> you.
• with the Senate. with the Senate.
• Question is on the motion to exceed to the Senate request on Senate Bill 210.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Chair lays out Senate Chalas Senate Bill 35 and leaves it pending subject to call.
• Um, you're gonna leave Senate Chair, the Senate Bill 113 pending at this time.
• The chair lays out Senate Bill 2200 by Senator Bergwell.
• Chair lays out Senate Bill 1365 by Senator Nichols. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• Senate Bill 1365 we left pending at this time. The Chair lays out Senate Bill 1394 by Senator Hall.

Bills: SB 35, SB 1113, SB 1365, SB 1394, SB 2243, SB 2245, SB 2589, SB 2199, SB 2200

Keywords: transportation, TxDOT, Texas Department of Transportation, road projects, highways, infrastructure, bridge construction, interchanges, corridor improvements, road widening, railroad grade separation, sound barrier, unified transportation program, legislative notice, project prioritization, capital projects, state highway system, Farm-to-Market Roads, San Antonio, Harris County

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• Speaker, I yield to the clerk of the Senate. Chair recognizes the clerk of the Senate.
• The Senate has passed Senate Bills 52 and 124 and respectfully requests concurrence of this honorable
• Senate. Good afternoon, Madam Clerk. Senate. Good afternoon, Madam Clerk.
• > Senate<00:03:15.280> Bills<00:03:16.159> 52 >> The Senate has passed Senate
• Bills 52 >> The Senate has passed Senate Bills 52 and<00:03:18.640> 124<00:03:20.000>

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Summary: The House convened with a quorum, approved the journal, excused absent members, and suspended rules to allow co-sponsorship and vote modifications. The Senate reported passage of Senate Bills 52 and 124, and several House committees reported favorable action on bills including HB 1, HB 2, HB 94, HB 246, HB 282, HB 299, HB 307, HB 519, HB 613, and HB 648. Most of those measures were ordered to first reading and placed on the calendar; HB 1 and HB 307 were sent to the Rules Committee after having had two previous readings. The House then recessed briefly before returning to the orders of the day. The chamber took up HB 568, relating to public adjusters. The sponsor explained that the bill would prohibit new public adjuster licenses, allow current licensees to renew, impose conflict-of-interest and contract requirements, set a 5% fee cap, and bar public adjusters from negotiating claims, citing consumer protection concerns and legal opinions about the practice of law. After debate and a brief explanation of vote from a member citing local storm-related abuses, the House voted on roll call and passed HB 568 with one nay vote. The House then considered HB 1, which would opt Kentucky into the federal education freedom tax credit program. Supporters said it would allow private donations to scholarship-granting organizations to benefit Kentucky students without using state general funds, and argued it could help public, private, and homeschool families with education-related expenses. Opponents criticized the speed of the process, warned it could open the door to vouchers and charters, and argued it would mainly benefit wealthier donors while public schools remain underfunded. Members also questioned the bill’s waiver of 11th Amendment immunity and received explanations that the waiver was limited to federal-court jurisdiction over the federal program and would not create individual liability for state actors. A motion to table the bill failed with 19 votes in favor, and debate continued.

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• >> Senator Senator Koop. >> Senator Senator Koop.
• Senator<00:55:13.280> Karan. Senator Karan. Senator Karan.
• >> Senator<01:09:07.440> Koop, >> Senator Koop, >> Senator Koop, >> Senator
• Any other final comments, Senator<02:00:28.320> Key? Senator Key? Senator Key?
• Senator<02:04:14.639> Balden. Senator Balden. Senator Balden.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Scott. Scott, present. Scott, present. West. Here you go, Nolan. West. West, present.

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• Senator Leek? Senator Passidomo? Yeah, here. Senator Pizzo? Here. Senator Trumbull? Here.
• Senator Jones? Yes. Senator Leek? Yes. Senator Passidomo? Yes. Senator Pizzo? No. Senator Sharief?
• Senator Leek? Yes. Senator Passidomo? Yes. Senator Pizzo? Yes. Senator Sharief? Yes. Senator Fine?
• Senator Jones? No. Senator Leek? Yes. Senator Passidomo? Yes. No. Senator Leek? Senator Passidomo?
• Senator Jones? Senator Lee? Yes. Senator Passidomo? Senator Sharief? Yes. Senator Trumbull?

Summary: The committee first heard SB 1134, which would extend the use of qualified private providers in the building permit process to residential solar energy systems and certain single-trade inspections, and would allow computer-based plan review tools. The sponsor said the bill is intended to reduce long solar permitting delays and lower costs. A late amendment clarifying the word “application” was adopted, and after some discussion about local permitting problems and the need to work with municipalities, CS/SB 1134 was reported favorably, with Senator Pizzo voting no. The committee then took up SB 784, dealing with issuance of addresses and parcel identification numbers for plats. The bill sets a 14-day timeframe, and an amendment was adopted that would allow use of a private provider if the deadline is missed and would limit fee collection if verification is not completed. Members discussed whether the bill should include more flexibility and whether private providers are appropriate for this function, but the committee ultimately reported CS/SB 784 favorably. SB 1738, allowing counties that previously opted out of transportation concurrency to opt back in while maintaining current levels of service, was also reported favorably without significant opposition. Next, SB 1080 on local government land regulation was presented as a measure to speed up development permit and order approvals, limit repeated information requests, prevent hearing delays, and impose penalties for noncompliance. Local government testimony argued it would rush planning and weaken public input, while supporters called it common-sense streamlining. After debate, the bill was reported favorably, with several no votes. SB 1260, which clarifies county constitutional officer budget procedures and creates an appeal process for clerks and supervisors of elections similar to that used by sheriffs, was also reported favorably after members raised concerns about county budget timelines. Finally, the committee considered SB 420, as amended by a strike-all, which would prohibit counties and municipalities from adopting or funding DEI-related ordinances, programs, or policies, while carving out compliance with state and federal law and defining DEI-related terms. The amendment removed retroactivity and delayed the effective date, but members from both parties raised concerns about vague definitions, impacts on women- and minority-owned business programs, local commemorations, and the loss of attorney’s fees for prevailing counties. Public testimony was sharply divided, with many speakers opposing the bill as an attack on local control and inclusion, and a few supporting it as a merit-based standard. The amendment was adopted, but the bill drew extensive opposition in debate and was not yet reported in the portion of the transcript provided.

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• Speaker, I yield to the clerk of the Senate. >> Chair recognizes the clerk of the Senate. >> Good afternoon
• The Senate has passed Senate Bills 52 and 124 and respectfully requests concurrence of this honorable
• Senate. Good afternoon, Madam Clerk. Senate. Good afternoon, Madam Clerk.
• The Senate has<00:04:47.120> passed<00:04:47.759> Senate<00:04:48.160> Bills<00:
• > an<02:29:40.000> act Representative Scott Lewis, an act Representative Scott Lewis, an act

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Summary: The House convened with an invocation and pledge, established a quorum, approved the prior journal, and received committee reports on several bills. Reported measures included House Bills 1 and 2 from Appropriations and Revenue, along with bills on animal control officers, emergency services revenue, postsecondary education, proactive postsecondary admission, vehicle lights, motor vehicle operation, motor vehicle dealers, and machine gun conversion devices. The chamber also took up Senate Bills 52 and 124 for concurrence, and House Bill 1 was moved from rules to the orders of the day for immediate action. The House then considered House Bill 568, which would regulate public adjusters by prohibiting new licenses, allowing renewals for current licensees, imposing conflict-of-interest and contract requirements, capping fees at 5%, and barring adjusters from negotiating claims. Supporters described it as a consumer-protection measure responding to complaints and investigations, especially after recent storm-related exploitation. The bill passed overwhelmingly, 95-1. The House next debated House Bill 1, which would opt Kentucky into the federal education freedom tax credit program and authorize the Secretary of State to administer the state’s participation without using state general funds. Supporters argued it would bring federal scholarship dollars into Kentucky for K-12 students, including public school students, and could generate significant private donations for scholarship-granting organizations. Opponents raised concerns about shifting resources away from public education, the speed of the process, and a proposed waiver of Eleventh Amendment immunity. A motion to table the bill failed by a wide margin, and members continued debating the bill and its implications for public schools and state sovereignty.

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• Senator Schwertner moves that Senate Bill 30, as substituted, be reported for approval to the full Senate
• Senate.
• So there'll be a motion in writing, and so Senator Paxton, Senator Bedencourt, and Senator Middleton,
• Thank you, Senator. It comes up for public testimony on Senate Bill 2876. Thank you, Senator.
• Senator Hughes moves that we report Senate Bill 2964 favorably to the whole Senate.

Bills: HB45, SB1540, SB2225, SB2284, SB2382, SB2487, SB2514, SB2595, SB2876, SB2877, SB3031, SB2753

Keywords: flooding, disaster response, emergency preparedness, state guidance, public safety, election officials, confidentiality, personal information, government transparency, spirit beverages, alcoholic beverages, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, distribution, taxation, firearms, local regulation, archery equipment, weapons, voter registration, statewide list

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• Razorbacks sought and achieved a national championship under players Dennis Crave, Jeff Glassbrenner, Tim

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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• Tim Cromarty, Deputy Secretary of State for Legislation, on behalf of Secretary of State Shirley N.

Summary: The Assembly Elections Committee met on March 26, 2025, adopted its 2025-26 committee rules, and approved a five-bill consent calendar. The committee then heard several election-related measures focused on transparency, accessibility, and election administration. AB 775 (Fong) would modernize behested payment reporting by extending filing deadlines, requiring direct filing with the FPPC in most cases, and improving online public access; the FPPC chair testified in strong support, and the bill drew no opposition. AB 287 (Lackey) would require vote centers and polling places to provide accessible parking and curbside voting accommodations for voters with disabilities; Los Angeles County election officials and Disability Rights California supported the bill, while LAUSD raised concerns about parking shortages and storage costs and requested amendments. AB 331 (Pellerin) would clarify that certification of election results is a ministerial duty, address misleading ballot return envelopes, and ensure voter information guides reach incarcerated voters in a usable format; the Attorney General’s office sponsored the bill, while the Secretary of State expressed concerns about the feasibility of a state takeover of county canvassing and said it was working on a solution with the author. The committee members generally supported the bills, emphasizing transparency, voter access, and election integrity. AB 775 and AB 287 both received favorable votes after brief discussion, with members noting the importance of transparency in campaign-related reporting and accessibility for voters with disabilities. AB 331 also passed, though the Secretary of State’s office flagged implementation concerns about the proposed certification backstop and the lack of state equipment and staff to canvass ballots. The chair indicated she would continue working with the Secretary of State and other stakeholders on amendments or a workable remedy. All items ultimately passed out of committee. AB 775 was approved 5-0 and re-referred to Appropriations, AB 287 passed 6-0, and AB 331 passed 6-0 and was re-referred to Public Safety. The committee also later confirmed the votes of absent members and adjourned after all agenda items were disposed of.

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• And again, I think Virginia's program, which Scott will talk about later, is a great approach to try
• We have Scott Boardman, Innovative Program Policy Advisor, Oregon Department of Transportation, and Scott
• Now we will move on to our next presenter, Scott Boardman. Great.
• For the record, my name is Scott Bordman.
• With that, moving on to our next and final panelist, Scott Cummings. Good evening.

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee first took up three highway naming resolutions on its consent calendar: ACR 109, SCR 78, and SCR 90. The committee approved the consent calendar with 11 aye votes and no no votes, then adjourned the bill-hearing portion. Members also recognized committee science fellow AJ Mendeola for his service, noting his contributions to bill analysis and staff support. The committee then held an informational hearing on alternatives to the gas tax, focused on the projected decline in fuel-tax revenue and the need for a more sustainable transportation funding model. The chair and invited experts described how inflation, improved fuel efficiency, and growth in electric and other alternative-fuel vehicles are eroding gas-tax revenues. Presenters from the National Conference of State Legislatures and the University of California discussed state options such as higher or indexed gas taxes, EV registration fees, road usage charges, delivery fees, public EV charging fees, transportation network company fees, and managed lanes, emphasizing tradeoffs among revenue adequacy, fairness, administrative cost, and public acceptance. Committee members raised concerns that mileage-based fees or EV fees could function as new taxes on commuters and lower-income drivers, especially if the gas tax is not repealed. Presenters responded that road usage charges are generally intended as replacements for the gas tax, not additions, and argued that mileage-based systems better preserve the user-pays principle while being less tied to vehicle fuel efficiency. They also noted that flat EV registration fees are easy to administer but can be less equitable because they are not linked to actual road use. Officials from Hawaii, Utah, and Oregon described their state programs and policy choices. Hawaii said its new road usage charge began July 1, 2025, for EVs, offers a choice between a per-mile charge and a flat annual fee through 2028, and will transition to mandatory EV participation before expanding to all light-duty vehicles by 2033. Utah described its voluntary EV road usage charge program, quarterly reporting, privacy protections, and legislative scenarios for removing the cap or making participation mandatory. Oregon outlined its constitutional cost-responsibility framework and broader transportation funding challenges, including reliance on user fees and limited use of general-fund support.

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• Last time we recessed, the chair laid out Senate Bill 39 and recognized Senator Bergwill to explain the
• And the Senate, when reviewing that, Senator West having to participate in that, Senator Taylor then
• My name is Jody Scott, and I'm here with my daughter Aubrey Scott, who is 13.
• Senator Bettencourt. The Chair lays out Senate Bill 2722.
• Senator Bettencourt sends up the committee substitute for Senate Bill 278.

Bills: SB39, SB2129, SB2141, SB2246, SB2323, SB2439, SB2722, SB 39

Keywords: commercial motor vehicle, truck liability, motor carrier, trucking, civil liability, respondeat superior, negligent entrustment, negligent maintenance, negligent loading, negligent repair, bifurcated trial, exemplary damages, punitive damages, personal injury, collision, employer liability, vicarious liability, Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Texas tort reform, commercial truck accident

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• they are empowered to do by the Constitution, I think it's very important to look at the election in Scott
• c><00:08:23.720> the<00:08:23.919> election<00:08:24.319> in<00:08:24.520> Scott
• <00:08:24.879> County to look at the election in Scott County to look at the election in Scott
• What about the Senate?
• We have not been in communication with Senate Democrats. They have not engaged us in any way.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: House Republican leaders, led by Speaker-designate Lisa Demuth and Majority Leader Harry Niska, outlined their priorities for the upcoming Minnesota House session and said they intend to use an organizational majority to advance their agenda. They said their focus will be on stopping fraud, making government more accountable, reducing taxes and fees, and addressing affordability, energy costs, public safety, education, and permitting reform. Specific proposals mentioned included repealing the tax on Social Security benefits, rolling back automatic gas tax increases, repealing the nuclear moratorium, and changing state programs they said should be limited to people in the country legally. A central theme was the creation of a new House committee on fraud and agency oversight, which Republicans said will have subpoena power and be chaired by Rep. Kristin Robbins. They said the committee will investigate known fraud, review agency internal controls, and press agencies for information on staffing, office space, and cost savings. Rep. Jim Nash also described a proposed “fraud note” scoring system to rate agencies on whether they have implemented Office of the Auditor’s recommendations, with the goal of informing appropriations decisions. On education and public safety, Niska said Republicans want fewer mandates and higher standards in schools, citing low reading and math proficiency, and leaders said they want stronger accountability for repeat and juvenile offenders. They also said they expect committee chairs to be Republican, may reduce Democratic committee seats if Democrats do not show up, and are not planning a power-sharing agreement unless the chamber returns to a true tie. They discussed the pending court case involving Rep. Brad Tabke, a possible recall process for absent legislators, remote voting rules, and a special election timeline, while insisting they expect Democrats to appear on the first day of session and that they will proceed with organizing the House and electing a speaker on January 14.

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• So, the work when we get to the Senate.
• we are correctly identifying the Senate we are correctly identifying the Senate uh<00:39:32.400>
• Chair and Chair Scott.
• <00:47:49.440> Uh Thank you, Representative Scott. Uh Thank you, Representative Scott.
• Chair and Chair<00:48:53.520> Scott.

Bills: HF2431, HF2438, HF2783, HF1943

Keywords: higher education, college affordability, student aid, state grants, North Star Promise, scholarships, financial aid, Minnesota State, University of Minnesota, Office of Higher Education, tuition relief, work-study, child care grants, hunger-free campus, food insecurity, student parents, pregnant students, parenting students, sexual misconduct, Title IX

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• That's why I think we found a lot of bipartisan support in both the House and the Senate as we've worked
• statewide standpoint if the student stays within the community that I live in, or if they stay even in Scott
• The issue happens when a student leaves Scott County and maybe goes to Hennepin or Mankato.
• The issue happens when a student leaves Scott County and maybe goes to Hennepin or Mankato.
• Shakopee school district is doing really good work with Scott County, so they came in in October and

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Senate Bill 812.
• I move the passage of Senate Bill 764. The delegate from Scott County, Delegate Kilgore.
• I move the passage of Senate Bill 764. The delegate from Scott County, Delegate Kilgore.
• Senate bill, 122.
• Speaker, this Senate bill, 51, is the Senate cognate to my HB 168.

Keywords: March 09, 2026 - Regular Session, 976, house, all

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• Senator Bernard. Senator Boyd. Senator Bracey Davis. Senator Brodeur. Senator Burgess.
• Senator Bernard. Senator Boyd. Senator Bracey Davis. Yes. Senator Brodeur. Senator Burgess.
• Senator Bernard. Senator Boyd. Senator Bracey Davis. Senator Brodeur. Senator Burgess.
• Senator Bernard. Senator Boyd. Senator Bracey Davis. Senator Brodeur. Senator Burgess.
• Senator Bernard, Senator Boyd, Senator Bracey Davis, Senator Brodeur, Senator Burgess, Senator Claudio

Bills: S0468, S0822, S1234, S1260, S1580, S1706

Keywords: animal cruelty, reporting, veterinary, protection, liability, regulation, community association, management certification, Florida Statutes, certified manager, association governance, building permits, inspections, offsite construction, local government, housing, property regulation, construction standards, state of emergency, emergency response

Summary: The committee heard and approved several bills. SB 468 would require veterinarians and veterinary technicians to report suspected animal cruelty to law enforcement or animal control and allow release of patient records in good faith; it was reported favorably with support from animal welfare groups. SB 1706 narrows eligibility for the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program to buildings with at least 80% owner-occupied units and residents at or below 80% of area median income, and it also passed favorably. SB 1234 on building permits and inspections was amended extensively to clarify permit exemptions, private-provider rules, and timelines, then reported favorably as a committee substitute. SB 1260, dealing with building inspections after emergencies, was amended to require state-term contracts for inspection vendors and then passed. SB 822 would require professionally managed community associations above a budget threshold; an amendment raised the threshold to $750,000, added a parcel-count trigger, and allowed direct-hire credentialed managers, after which the bill was reported favorably. SB 1580 would increase penalties for illegal gaming operations, add enforcement tools, and clarify procedures for veterans organizations; after removing a fantasy sports provision, it also passed favorably. The committee also heard from several appointees and reappointees to the Public Service Commission and Florida Gaming Control Commission. Public Service Commission nominees Anna Ortega and Robert Payne were questioned closely about utility hardening projects, ratepayer costs, and the role of the Office of Public Counsel. Gaming Commission reappointee Julie Brown and appointees William Spacola, John DeQuilla, Peter Cutterman, and Tina Rep discussed illegal gaming enforcement, audits, agency operations, and their backgrounds in law, regulation, law enforcement, and public service. Several members raised concerns about contract timing and evidence handling at the Gaming Commission, while others praised the nominees’ experience and service. At the end of the meeting, the committee voted to recommend confirmation of all appointees on tabs 1 through 7. Members then requested favorable placement on the record for specific bills, including SB 468, SB 1234, SB 1260, SB 1580, and SB 1706, and the committee adjourned.

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• Senator Wheat, Senate Bill 69, Ms. Champine. Mr.
• Hearing none, Senate Bill 69 will be reported favorably. Thank you, Senator. Senate Bill 40. Ms.
• My goodness, Senator. That is efficient. Senate Bill 133 by Senator Cloud. Mr. Odom: Mr.
• On behalf of Senator Connick, we're going to voluntarily defer Senate Bill 56. Senate Bill 56.
• Senator Duplessis, Senate Bill 449. Mr. Odom: Mr.

Summary: The House Transportation Committee heard and advanced a wide range of transportation, public safety, and local infrastructure measures. Several bills dealt with port and commission appointments or authority, including SB 420 adding Vermilion and Iberia Parish representation to the Lafayette Metropolitan Expressway Commission, SB 69 aligning appointments to the South Tangipahoa Parish Port Commission with redistricting, SB 438 increasing per diem for the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, and SB 170 adding qualification and Senate confirmation requirements for Caddo-Bossier Port Commission members. The committee also approved SB 449 to give the New Orleans Public Belt more flexibility in procuring specialized materials, and SB 115 to allow DOTD to assume certain federal NEPA responsibilities to speed project delivery, with testimony emphasizing long permitting delays and the need for faster project completion. Members also advanced multiple safety and enforcement measures. SB 40 expanded move-over protections for emergency and disabled vehicles, SB 55 clarified proper seat belt use, SB 278 required ignition interlock devices for DUI-related license reinstatement, SB 489 authorized third-party verification of insurance coverage through license plate inquiries, and SB 133 updated commercial vehicle parking and autonomous vehicle oversight provisions. SB 151 would flag OMV records for people who owe DNA samples tied to CODIS matches or qualifying arrests/convictions, and SB 48 would create Louisiana-Ireland driver’s license reciprocity. Most of these bills were reported favorably after brief testimony, with support from law enforcement, AAA, OMV, and other stakeholders. The committee also considered several local resolutions and infrastructure studies. Rep. Dickerson’s resolutions on widening Highway 16, studying turn lanes on Highway 1024, and constructing a roundabout on Highway 1019 were all reported favorably. HCR 53 created a study committee on oversized vehicle permits with DOTD participation, HCR 60 asked DOTD to study I-12 and I-55 corridor improvements, and HR/HCR 170 and 68 sought federal funding to remove four closed bridges on US 90 in St. Tammany Parish. HR 191, as amended, requested a DOTD study of mountable median curbs on Range Avenue in Denham Springs. HB 762, amended to make certain OMV debt referrals permissive rather than mandatory, was reported favorably over some concern about debt collection impacts. HB 714, which would have addressed abandoned railroad lines, drew extensive debate over federal preemption, blight definitions, and whether a new commission was needed; the author ultimately moved to defer it, and the committee agreed. SB 330 on school-zone automated speed enforcement markings was amended to grandfather existing compliant pavement markings and rejected an amendment that would have exempted several cities from the law. The committee adjourned after reporting the remaining measures favorably and recognizing a departing staff member.

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• Senator Scott Madon, 29th District. all in favor I all oppos title amendment all in favor I all oppos
• Brandon have Senate Bill 63 Senator Brandon have Senate Bill 63 Senator Brandon storm<00:10:57.959
• :11:16.800> Scott<00:11:17.079> Maiden<00:11:17.399> 29th Senator Scott Maiden,
• Senator Robbie Mills, state senator from the 4th District.
• adopted phs1 to Senate Bill 6 and Senate adopted phs1 to Senate Bill 6 and Senate Bill<00:27:43.640

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Summary: The House Appropriations and Revenue Committee met on March 13, 2025, with a quorum present and took up several Senate bills. Senate Bill 244, relating to Department of Law operations, was presented as a cleanup bill and reported favorably with 18 yes votes and no opposition. Senate Bill 19, concerning moments of silence and reflection, was amended with PHS 1 to add a moral instruction component and related school-district provisions; members raised questions about the research cited, the logistics of student release time, and possible fiscal effects. The bill was reported favorably with 15 yes, 3 no, and 1 pass, and a title amendment was adopted. Senate Bill 63, dealing with street-legal special purpose vehicles, was amended to make local participation optional, clarify motorcycle-style insurance requirements, and address registration and inspection rules; after a committee amendment was rolled into the substitute, it was reported favorably with 18 yes and 1 pass. The committee also considered Senate Bill 179, which establishes a nuclear energy development grant program within the Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority. Testimony explained that the bill sets aside $10 million from an existing appropriation, including $2 million for workforce training at the University of Kentucky’s engineering school in Paducah. The bill was reported favorably with 19 yes votes and no opposition. Senate Bill 25, a housing measure allowing industrial revenue bonds for large multifamily housing, was substantially expanded through PHS 2 and a committee amendment to incorporate provisions from House Bill 9, House Bill 643, Senate Bill 85, and budget-related language; the committee reported it favorably with 16 yes votes and 3 passes, and adopted a title amendment. Finally, Senate Bill 6, which revises education reporting and funding provisions, was amended by PHS 1 to require reporting of fringe costs in K-12 spending and to modify SEEK funding for virtual schools and English as a Second Language add-ons. Members asked whether the changes affected other funding streams and how the SEEK formula would be applied, and the sponsor clarified that the virtual-school provision applies only to SEEK. The bill was reported favorably with 16 yes votes and 3 passes.

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• Senator Brandon Storm, 21st Senate District. Good morning.
• Senate<00:16:49.640> Bill<00:16:49.880> 149. Senate Bill 149. Senate Bill 149.
• Senator Scott Maiden, Senate District 29. Please proceed. Thank you, Mr.
• Senate Bill 27. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Yes on 27. Senate Bill 133. Yes. Senate Bill 149. Yes.
• Senate Bill 192. Yes. Senate Bill 312. Yes. Senate Joint Resolution 62. Yes.

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