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• Welcome to the Appropriations and Budget Subcommittee for Transportation.
• Would you like to use the PCS as the working draft? Yes, ma'am. Of the subcommittee? Yes.
• Of the subcommittee? Yes.
• Members, without objection, we will adopt the subcommittee PCS as the working draft.
• And how does that work?

Summary: The Appropriations and Budget Subcommittee for Transportation heard two bills. House Bill 3758, by Representative Sterling, would require higher compensation standards for property taken through eminent domain for state infrastructure projects, setting compensation at the greater of 150% of fair market value or the cost of comparable replacement property, while limiting deductions for project-related benefits. Members raised concerns about whether the bill would apply to OTA, ODOT, county-managed projects, and existing projects, whether it would affect the right to contest awards, potential lawsuits, and the fiscal impact on road projects. Sterling said the bill was still being refined and was intended as a benchmark to better protect affected property owners. The subcommittee adopted the PCS and passed the bill 5–4. The committee then considered House Bill 4392, also with a PCS, which would create a pilot program called the Sustainable Emerging Aviation Services Investment Program (C-SIP) to support advanced air mobility infrastructure through a public-private partnership model. The bill was described as a community-led program that would invest in enabling infrastructure and near-term services with a path to self-sustainment, eventually supported by user revenues and fees. After brief explanation and no debate, the PCS was adopted and the bill passed 9–0. At the end of the meeting, members were told they would move to another room to discuss transportation funding options for the session, and the meeting was adjourned.

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• Good morning and welcome to the full subcommittee work session on seven of the nine retained bills in
• Um, we're going to move back into the full subcommittee work session and uh next we're going to take
• work session.
• Thank you all for your work.
• Thank you all for your work.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The subcommittee first took up House Bill 525, which would have transferred administration of the program for the deaf and hard of hearing and the related board to OPLC. The chair said the sponsor was no longer interested in moving forward, and Representative Schmidt moved ITL. The motion passed 14-0 with two members absent, and the bill was placed on the consent calendar. The committee then considered Senate Bill 182 on the maternal mortality review committee. The chair described a narrower amendment that would keep the name change, clarify operations so recommendations are returned to the appropriate entities, and expand contact with family members and close contacts, while dropping a proposed addition of a Department of Corrections member. The amendment was adopted unanimously, and the bill was then moved ITL and placed on the consent calendar. Senate Bill 185, dealing with OPLC investigations and backlog reduction, received an update from OPLC General Counsel Nicholas Fry. He described efforts to improve public communication, clear the complaint backlog, standardize intake and expert review, add automated responses and website updates, use weekly legal-viability reviews, create preliminary investigation protocols, and establish a process for law-enforcement referrals. Members asked about board involvement and criminal-conviction cases; Fry said boards are kept informed and that such matters can proceed either through complaints or application/background-check processes. Representative Groa requested a follow-up update in January, and the committee agreed to an oral report then if needed. The bill was then voted ITL unanimously and placed on the consent calendar. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 349 on optometrists performing ophthalmologic laser procedures. Dr. Angelique Sawyer testified in support, saying the amendment adds more specific proctoring and qualification requirements, based on language requested after earlier hearings, and that similar systems exist in other states. Representative Sers confirmed that the new sections were the key additions, while Representative Schmidt said he remained open to the concept but wanted a thorough review and asked about a subcommittee. The discussion was still ongoing when the transcript ended, with no vote recorded on HB 349.

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• Stare's team, our families, and our contractor, Prosperity Works, for having the patience to work through
• I do this work for this group, and I didn't expect to get the amount of work out of that I did.
• But I do have something that I am working on. Thank you so much for all your work.
• I think that this work is there, and I thank you for all that. Much to Mr.
• everything they've done for us during this session?

Committee: House Water & Natural Resources Committee

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• The subcommittee will be working for a year and a half more to look at some of these other issues, such
• The subcommittee will be working for a year and a half more to look at some of these other issues, such
• The subcommittee will be working for a year and a half more to look at some of these other issues, such
• The subcommittee will be working for a year and a half more to look at some of these other issues, such
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Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House Bill 518 and House Bill 652FN, both related to the family court system and child/family matters. HB 518 drew extended discussion about DCYF/DCYF’s role and whether the bill should be retained, amended, or studied further. Representative Love argued the agency is deeply troubled, citing abuse cases, lack of training, and fear among constituents, and said he would vote against ITL while preferring interim study so the bill could still be used as a future amendment vehicle. Other members emphasized that the family division has ongoing reform work underway and that abolishing or moving cases to superior court would not solve the underlying problems. On HB 652FN, the subcommittee chair and Representative Pearson gave a detailed defense of the family division, explaining its history, statewide structure, caseload, and the rationale for specialized family courts. Pearson said the bill would reverse progress by shifting jurisdiction back to superior court, overload dockets, and deprive families of judges with specialized expertise. He pointed to reforms already underway, including simplified forms, more mediation, and review of possible judicial bias patterns. Several members and public comments supported keeping the bill as a tool for reform rather than killing it, while critics argued the family court system suffers from due process, oversight, and rule-of-law problems. The committee also heard broader testimony on family court concerns, including allegations of systemic bias, discovery limits, unsworn witnesses, and lack of oversight, as well as support for mediation as a less adversarial and more effective option. Some members said the judiciary needs more judges and mediators, but that budget constraints limit those improvements. The discussion ended with no final vote recorded in the excerpt; instead, members continued debating whether the bills should be ITL’d or retained for interim study and further reform work.

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• return for session and heading into November?
• And I worked for 15 years. I volunteered with Lutheran Social Services.
• We've worked really hard to try and stabilize things and to make life more affordable for Minnesotans
• We've worked really hard to try and stabilize things and to make life more affordable for Minnesotans

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: State legislators and farm leaders held an impromptu discussion focused on the impact of federal immigration enforcement activity, especially ICE presence in Minnesota, on agriculture and rural communities. Speakers argued that agriculture is central to the state’s economy and said fear of raids is causing legal immigrant and guest workers, including H-2A workers, to stay home, disrupting farms, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, and other parts of the food supply chain. They also linked the issue to broader federal uncertainty, including USDA funding freezes and cuts, and said the lack of transparency from federal agencies is making it difficult for state officials and producers to plan. Senator Rob Kupec and Minnesota Farmers Union president Gary Wertish said ICE activity in both the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota is creating fear, trauma, and labor shortages, with reports of workers avoiding work, lunch trips, medical appointments, and school. Wertish said the organization supports comprehensive immigration reform and called for an end to the ICE surge, while also emphasizing the need to respect local law enforcement and the rule of law. Deputy Agriculture Commissioner Andrea Vaubel said immigrants are a critical part of Minnesota’s food and agriculture workforce, warned that labor shortages could raise production costs and food prices, and said the state would not have its current food supply without immigrant workers. In response to questions, speakers said they had anecdotal reports from rural areas such as Pelican Rapids, Willmar, and Detroit Lakes, but that the situation is changing quickly and many incidents may not yet be public. They said the lack of coordination with local law enforcement and the use of masks contribute to fear and confusion. Legislators said they have no direct jurisdiction over ICE operations but see their role as documenting what is happening, communicating with constituents, and avoiding state actions that would worsen the problem. They also said the issue is not purely partisan and may be mobilizing concern across political lines, especially among farmers worried about labor availability for planting and other seasonal work.

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• The subcommittee adopted nine amendments for Governor's Letter 7 and 30, number 14, number 20 to HB 1005
• If you don't mind introducing yourself for the committee, just for the record. Good morning.
• Introduce yourself for the committee, just for the record. Good morning.
• I mean, speaking for someone else, it may be difficult for him to say that.
• One other appropriation that you asked for was $150,000 for their preparedness and safety.

Committee: All JOINT BUDGET COMMITTEE

Summary: The committee first took up the Special Language Committee report, which adopted nine amendments tied to Governor’s Letter 7 and HB 1005, and then approved several items for due pass as amended, including HB 101 (Department of Corrections), HB 1017 (Department of Agriculture promotion boards), HB 1009 (Department of Public Safety), and SB 10 (Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Services). A question was raised about the $10 million unemployment insurance modernization item in SB 10, and Commerce staff said it was a continuation of a previously approved appropriation rather than a new increase. The main discussion centered on the Treasurer’s budget request, especially salary increases. Committee members questioned why the office had already received substantial raises in 2025 and whether additional funds would go to lower-paid staff or mainly to top leadership. Treasury staff said the request was intended to retain talent, that the office’s investment team manages an $11.5 billion portfolio, and that the state benefits from those returns; they also said the treasurer would be open to discussing a cap on raises. Members expressed concern that prior funds had not gone where expected and that the treasurer was not present to answer directly. Representative Lundstrum moved to hold the Treasurer’s budget until the treasurer could return and provide more information, and the motion passed. Representative Kavanaugh also asked about a $150,000 preparedness and safety appropriation, and staff said it would support IT and security upgrades related to a move from AIS to S4 HANA and a cloud-based system. The committee then batched and passed a series of supplemental and reappropriation bills, followed by individual due-pass votes on multiple House and Senate bills, all of which were approved without objection. The meeting ended with procedural guidance about filing special-language items and a request to release a hold on HB 1064, after which the committee adjourned.

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• for schools.
• For the record, Sonia Galaviz, District 16, here to give an update on where we are with the subcommittee
• We will work on those details. For sure, it will go to every county.
• So thank you for your work. Thank you, Representative.
• I want to thank the committee for the hard work that's been done.

Summary: The America 250 and Idaho Advisory Council met to approve prior minutes and authorize several funding items tied to Idaho’s 250th anniversary celebrations. Members approved January 19 minutes and a reimbursement of up to $20,882 to the State Superintendent of Public Education for additional Spirit of U.S. box materials for schools. They also approved a broader America 250 budget proposal that includes the July 4 Capitol celebration, ambassador programs, and authority to solicit and accept private donations, with funds to be managed separately by the treasurer’s office and the A250 subcommittee. Representative Galaviz and Treasurer Ellsworth outlined plans for the July 4 celebration at the Capitol and Cecil Andrus Park, including a parade, concert, bands, family activities, and open Capitol offices and exhibits. They described cost-sharing with the We the People parade organizers, who are covering most parade-related expenses, and discussed related projects such as the Liberty Bell carriage, go bags for ambassador materials, the Veterans Mustang Ride, challenge coins, heritage fountain plans, flags across Idaho, Liberty quilts, and the service challenge. The treasurer reported strong statewide participation, including 1,100 ambassadors across cities, counties, businesses, schools, and veterans groups, and noted that service challenge participation had surpassed 11,000 acts. Director Gallimore gave a task force update on statewide and national America 250 efforts, including the Idaho Lottery’s planned scratch ticket, the Moments That Made Us downloadable exhibit, Reading the Republic, the Four Score exhibit opening, and a complementary exhibit later in March. She also noted coordination for events at Signature Point and the Old Pen, and said the museum would be open on July 4 with free admission. Hannah Laurie Hine reported on federal America 250 initiatives such as the White House’s Freedom Truck mobile museums, the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., a prayer-focused event, the Presidential 1776 Award civics contest, and other national story-collection and volunteer efforts. The committee agreed to meet again on March 9 and then adjourned.

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• WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING.
• IMPORTANT FOR THEM TO HAVE INDUSTRY INPUT ON ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING OUT ON THAT FOR MANY YEARS.
• OF THE FLORIDA BOARD FOR THE CPA PROFESSION IS IMPORTANT TO HAVE A GREAT TO WORK FOR US TO PROMOTE COMMERCE
• I MET WITH EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM LAST SESSION WITH REP ESPOSITO AND AGAIN THIS SESSION.
• GOOD WORK COMMITTEE.

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• For our first issue, our subcommittee will receive the state of public health report.
• We have worked to bring the costs down, and so, as I mentioned, for fiscal year 25-26, we're anticipating
• For us, it really is technical assistance on the ground, working with our local health jurisdictions
• FOPH funding has been fully leveraged statewide for critical staffing and significant work that was previously
• I just want to express my appreciation for the work that you all have been doing so tirelessly for us

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• GOOD MORNING EVERYONE AND WELCOME TO THE FIRST MEETING THIS SESSION OF THE STUDENT ACADEMIC SUCCESS SUBCOMMITTEE
• WHEN YOU LOOK AT YEAR-OVER-YEAR IMPROVEMENT FOR THE M3 FOR GRADES THREE THROUGH FIVE FOR STUDENTS IN
• AND A VARIETY OF PROFESSIONAL LEARNING SESSIONS READ AS FOR ALL THESE FACILITATE ONE OF THE TWO STATE
• BUT WHAT WE DO IS FOR THOSE STATE REGIONAL LITERACY DIRECTORS WHO ARE WORKING IN THOSE SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS
• MEMBERS, THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT QUESTIONS AND ENERGY. I LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING A GREAT SESSION.

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• I think we have some really important work to do this session. out west and I currently live on a farm
• I think we have some really important work to do this session. Welcome.
• And so we're very pleased at, you know, working with the legislature on what y'all have done for this
• I look forward to working with you all this session. Thank you, Secretary.
• And that is what the FWC is here for and committed to preserve and work toward in the future.

Summary: The Agriculture and Natural Resources Budget Committee met to organize for the session, confirm a quorum, and hear introductory remarks from members about their districts and interests. Chair Esposito outlined the committee’s jurisdiction and budget overview, noting a total budget of about $7.2 billion, with major funding tied to the Department of Environmental Protection, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Fish and Wildlife, and the Department of Citrus. She also described major cost drivers such as Everglades restoration, water quality, resiliency, land acquisition, and rural family lands, and asked members to review agency requests in small groups later in the process. Agency leaders then presented budget and program updates. Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson emphasized department efficiency efforts, including IT modernization, staff reorganization, rural and family lands conservation, best management practices, Fresh From Florida marketing, hurricane recovery loans for farmers, and completion of the Connor Complex headquarters. DEP Secretary Alexis Lambert highlighted record investments in Everglades restoration, water quality projects, resilience grants, land acquisition, state parks, and enforcement. FWC Executive Director Roger Young discussed conservation research, fisheries and wildlife management, law enforcement, disaster response, and pressures from growth, boating, invasive species, and derelict vessels. Department of Citrus Executive Director Shannon Shep reviewed the industry’s decline due to hurricanes and citrus greening, current research and marketing efforts, and e-commerce campaigns to support Florida citrus sales. Members asked questions about citrus production declines, future replanting and therapies, rural family lands, PFOS cleanup, mangrove restoration, flooding and pump infrastructure, agricultural theft, and derelict vessel removal. Officials generally responded with updates, emphasized science-based management and enforcement, and in several cases said they would follow up with more detailed information later. No formal votes were taken; the meeting ended with the chair directing members to provide feedback on agencies for further budget review and then adjournment.

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• Madam Chair, Vice Chair, and members, thank you so much first of all for the work you did last session
• Keep doing such good work. Thank you for what you do. You all do great work.
• And Porter, did you forget who you worked for?
• Who did I say I worked for? The Texas – The Tezzers? I mean you can go work for Tezzers.
• all your continued work for the state.

Committee: House Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V

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• So I'm thankful for this bill, and I look forward to continue working with the sponsor.
• So let us not forget the mental health needs for interurban areas, such as where I work.
• So let us not forget the mental health needs for interurban areas, such as where I work.
• The company I worked for had one, had them sign my agreement, and I've never met him to this day.
• The company I worked for had one, had them signed my agreement, and I've never met him to this day.

Summary: The Health Professions and Programs Subcommittee heard and advanced several health care bills. HB 909, joining the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, was presented with a strike-all amendment and reported favorably as amended by a 13-0 vote. HB 911, the related public records exemption protecting certain biological information, was also adopted and reported favorably as amended by a 14-0 vote. CS for HB 597, allowing schools to procure and administer glucagon for students with diabetes under trained personnel, passed unanimously 14-0 after a technical amendment. HB 519, aligning state law with federal language on controlled substances administered by paramedics, passed as amended 14-0. The committee then took up HB 919 on nursing education programs. Sponsor Rep. Overdorf argued the bill would create accountability for underperforming nursing schools by requiring remediation, tuition refunds in the lowest-performing programs, and public reporting of passage rates. Supporters said it would improve quality and protect students from debt without licensure success, while opponents from private nursing schools warned it could close programs and reduce nurse supply. After extensive debate, the bill was reported favorably 15-0. HB 1553, which would require health care providers to submit identified uterine fibroid data so the Department of Health can implement the research database previously authorized by law, passed unanimously 15-0. The final bill, HB 883, would allow psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners to practice autonomously; supporters said it would expand access to mental health care, especially in rural and underserved areas, while opponents raised concerns about quality and physician oversight. After lengthy testimony and debate, the bill was reported favorably 14-3.

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• I appreciate you raising those concerns and would be happy to work on an amendment for the floor.
• I think the question we want to answer is which system is going to work the best for our communities.
• Making training optional for this really important position isn't working, and I think that's pretty
• I argued against that for the mere point that leadership development comes from staying, working, learning
• And, you know, there's concern that there's no exemption for executive session for the materials requirement

Committee: House House Education Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee heard and advanced several school-related bills, with much of the discussion focused on governance, transparency, and accountability in school districts. House Bill 2318 would impose term limits on school district governing board members in districts with at least 250 students, while allowing county superintendents to appoint a term-limited member to fill a vacancy. Supporters argued it would bring fresh ideas and prevent entrenched leadership; opponents said voters should decide. The bill received a due pass recommendation after a divided roll call. House Bill 2312 would allow certain patriotic youth groups to address students during school hours and require equal access for those groups in school forums. The sponsor said it was intended to promote programs such as FFA, Scouts, and similar organizations. Some members objected that it would take instructional time and was not truly permissive if access was granted to one group, and the bill nonetheless received a due pass recommendation. House Bill 2320 would require school districts to hire a registered independent municipal advisor before calling a bond election and for each successful bond issue. The sponsor and supporters said this could reduce underwriting fees and save taxpayers money, while some members raised questions about costs if a bond failed and whether the bill should be narrowed; it passed with a due pass recommendation after several members voted present or no. The committee also approved House Bill 2376, which would bar districts from buying or leasing school property while a charter or private school is still operating there, and House Bill 2378, which tightens conflict-of-interest rules for the School Facilities Oversight Board by barring the architect and engineer members from having school-construction business. Both were framed by the sponsor as responses to concerns raised in Tolleson Union-related testimony and reporting. House Bill 2379, as amended, requires school board members to complete biennial training approved by the Auditor General, to be offered by county superintendents or ADE, with counties able to contract with others; supporters called it needed training, while opponents raised concerns about unfunded mandates, inclusion of ASBA, and charter schools. It received a due pass recommendation. Finally, House Bill 2380 would require board and subcommittee meetings to be held in-district, preserve online access to materials, and require public approval of out-of-state travel, with reimbursement if retroactive approval is denied. Rural districts and others raised concerns about flexibility, executive-session confidentiality, and administrative burden, but the bill was discussed with amendments and public access concerns rather than a final recorded action in the excerpt.

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• And I have the privilege of being the budget review subcommittee chair for justice and judiciary.
• And I have the privilege of being the budget review subcommittee chair for justice and judiciary.
• And I have the privilege of being the budget review subcommittee chair for justice and judiciary.
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• Thank you for also sharing him with us. While the work that we do is not done, Mr.

Keywords: 958, all

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• MEMBERS, YOU WILL RECALL THAT LAST SESSION WE DID A LOT OF WORK ON REVIEWING DOCUMENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION
• AND I DO WANT TO MENTION FOR THE PUBLIC, THE DEPARTMENT HAS WORKED REALLY CLOSELY WITH ME THIS SUMMER
• WE CAN'T ASSUME THAT BECAUSE THEY BEEN VACANT FOR YEARS THE WORK IS NOT BEING DONE.
• I THINK IT WORKS WELL AND I ALSO THINK THE SYSTEM WE HAVE WORKED FOR DECADES WORKS WELL IF WE PAY AN
• ANYBODY ELSE HAVE ANYTHING FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER? THE SUBCOMMITTEE IS ADJOURNED.

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• First thing, I guess I'd really like to thank you for the work you've done.
• Thank you for being here. Thank you always for your diligent work.
• I just want to thank you for those years of service and your staff, and for working in partnership with
• I just told Cindy how grateful I am for the work that she's done.
• Any questions for members of the subcommittee?

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• We will continue to have work to do on implementing and scoping the methodologies for detection.
• Thank you for the question.
• The Brown Act is for people, not for these agents.
• over, if the bill proceeds, we'll be working on the mechanism for that detection protocols for local
• A yes vote is a vote for accountability, and I respectfully ask for an aye vote.

Committee: Senate Judiciary

Summary: The Senate Judiciary Committee met to hear several bills, with the main discussion focused on SB 1159 by Senator Cabaldon and SB 932 by Senator Dato. SB 1159 would allow public agencies to treat AI-generated or bot-generated participation differently from human public comment and public records activity, in response to concerns that automated systems can flood local governments with fake comments and requests. Supporters, including Sierra Club California, the League of California Cities, county and city associations, and local officials, said the bill would protect genuine public participation and reduce burdens on clerks and agencies. Committee members raised questions about how agencies would detect AI-generated submissions, what enforcement would look like, and whether the bill could create First Amendment or liability issues if real human comments were mistakenly excluded. The author said the bill was intended to clarify that agencies are not required to treat bots as people and that detection standards and safeguards would need further work.

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• He said that Bernalillo County had been using this money for vaccines and not for spay and neuter.
• Thank you for bringing it forward. We thank the sponsors for their efforts here. Thank you.
• And as for the question about the actual constitutionality, I will leave that for the attorneys to argue
• For employers, predictable health care financing helps maintain access for employees, supports community
• The subcommittee is now adjourned. The subcommittee is now adjourned.

Bills: HB25 , SB38 , SB101 , HB199

Committee: House House Consumer & Public Affairs

Keywords: juvenile delinquency, firearm possession, criminal background checks, state law, gun control, youth offense, conviction, public safety, SB38, pet food, registered pet food, registration fee, fees, sunset repeal, repeal of repeal, revenue, state fee, business regulation, animal feed, pet food registration

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• for all.
• Visit a dentist for regular checkups, and ask about sealants for permanent molars.
• For all of these reasons, I ask for your aye vote. Secretary, please call the roll. Alan: aye.
• Budget Subcommittee No. 1 will be meeting in Room 2100 at 9:30 or upon adjournment of session.
• The next floor session is scheduled for Monday, March 9, 2026, at 2 p.m.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum present, offered a prayer and pledge, welcomed a seventh-grade class from Contra Costa Jewish Day School, and made routine announcements, including birthday wishes for Senator Hurtado and committee meeting notices. The body then took up two resolutions on the daily file. SR 82 by Senator Perez recognized Children’s Dental Health Month and highlighted the importance of early oral health care, the prevalence of tooth decay among California children, disparities affecting Latinx, Black, and low-income children, and Medi-Cal and other state efforts to expand dental access. SR 84 by Senator Caballero commemorated Women in Construction Week and emphasized the need to expand opportunities for women in the construction trades through apprenticeships, inclusive job sites, and workforce development to address labor shortages and support California’s housing and infrastructure goals. Both resolutions were adopted unanimously by roll call votes of 31-0. Afterward, members announced upcoming budget subcommittee meetings. The Senate then heard multiple adjourn-in-memory requests, including one from Senator Alvarado-Gil honoring eight victims of the February 17 avalanche near Truckee and another from Senator Wiener honoring Camille Moran, a San Francisco transgender advocate, artist, and community leader. The presiding officer noted the Senate would recess and reconvene on Monday, March 9, 2026, with an adjournment motion to follow later that day.