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• had never seen anything about people who use guide dogs from Uber.
• had never seen anything about people who use guide dogs from Uber.
• This feedback is guiding ongoing improvements.
• This is my guide dog, Mango.
• I'm denied just because I have a guide I'm denied just because I have a guide dog<00:49:44.480><

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Transportation met on January 28, 2025, and heard testimony on a series of bills dealing with vehicle titles, motor vehicle taxes, window tinting, license plates, electric bicycles, insurance penalties, vehicle inspection fines, and transportation discrimination. For HB 532, which shortens the time to forward a transferred vehicle title from 30 days to 14 days and allows a letter of attestation to serve as an endorsement certificate, testimony was listed in support from Councilmember U. Hajin and the City and County of Honolulu Department of Customer Services, and in opposition from Maui Mayor Richard Bisson and Sylvie Madison. HB 655 would require payment of unpaid motor vehicle taxes, fees, and penalties for the most recent five consecutive years of delinquency; the Tax Foundation of Hawaiʻi stood on written comments, with Tim Rymer and Robert Souza providing comments/support. HB 368, which would exempt certain medically sensitive drivers from sunscreen-device tint limits, drew opposition from the Department of Transportation and support from several individuals. HB 226, lowering allowed windshield tint from 35% to 20%, drew opposition from the Department of Transportation and support from TNT Tinting Specialists; members asked about federal preemption, and DOT said federal guidance applies to manufacturers while states retain authority over aftermarket tinting. The committee also heard HB 543, prohibiting license plate flipping devices and imposing a $2,000 fine, and HB 228, authorizing counties to adopt rules for electronic license plates, repealing flipping devices, and setting a minimum fine for obscuring plates; both measures had DOT support, comments from the Honolulu Department of Customer Services, and opposition from Sylvie Madison. HB 70 would require insurance for electric bicycles and create a regulatory framework effective January 1, 2026. The Office of the Public Defender opposed it, arguing the bill improperly distinguishes e-bikes from mopeds; PeopleForBikes and the Hawaiʻi Bicycling League opposed it as costly and unnecessary, while the Insurance Division said the bill could conflict with existing no-fault definitions and might fit better in the motor scooter/moped insurance framework. HB 231, increasing the fine for violating motor vehicle insurance requirements from $500 to $1,500, was opposed by the Office of the Public Defender, which argued it would burden low-income residents and add to court congestion; members debated whether higher fines would improve compliance. Later, HB 227 would add fines for operating a vehicle without a current inspection certificate and had DOT support. HB 184 would require operators of low-speed electric bicycles to have a driver’s license, instruction permit, or provisional license; Kawaii Path, PeopleForBikes, and Get Fit Kauaʻi opposed it as a barrier to low-cost transportation and noted concerns for riders with disabilities, while DOT later said it would support the measure and was asked to research whether other states have similar licensing requirements. The final major measure discussed was HB 468, which would require the Civil Rights Commission to investigate discrimination complaints involving transportation network company drivers and riders with service animals and allow DOT to issue penalties to the companies. The National Federation of the Blind of Hawaiʻi, the Disability Rights Center, and individual riders supported the bill, saying current protections lack enforcement and that denials still occur; Uber and Lyft opposed it, saying they already prohibit discrimination, train drivers, investigate complaints quickly, and that the bill would duplicate existing law and create unnecessary penalties. No votes or final committee actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

Bills: SB2097, SB2317, SB2319, SB2177, SB2190, SB2424, SB2524, SB2627, SB3084, SB895, SB896, SB3102, SB3157, SB3215, SB2050, SB2090, SB2211, SB2572, SB2096, SB2025, SB2127, SB2046, SB2262, SB2354, SB2387, SB2487, SB2955, SB3234, SB2851, SB2573, SB2391, SB3282, SB3055, SB2189, SB2194, SB3152, SB2635, SB888, SB2203, SCR1, SCR2, SCR3, SCR4, SCR5, SCR6, SCR7, SCR8, SCR9, SCR10, SCR11, SCR12, SCR13, SCR14, SCR15, SCR16, SCR17, SCR18, SCR19, SCR20, SCR21, SCR22, SR3, SR5, SR6, SR7, SR8, SR9, SR10, SR11, SR12, SR13, SR14, SR15, SR16, SR17, SR18, SR19, SB2010, SB3118, SB3276

Keywords: sustainable agriculture, climate adaptation, food system resilience, grant program, Hawaii agriculture, agriculture, insurance, small producers, state support, biosecurity, farm coverage, public-private partnerships, agricultural policy, grant funding, food security, climate resiliency, housing development, zoning exemption, government assistance, affordable housing

Bills: SB2097, SB2317, SB2319, SB2177, SB2190, SB2424, SB2524, SB2627, SB3084, SB895, SB896, SB3102, SB3157, SB3215, SB2050, SB2090, SB2211, SB2572, SB2096, SB2025, SB2127, SB2046, SB2262, SB2354, SB2387, SB2487, SB2955, SB3234, SB2851, SB2573, SB2391, SB3282, SB3055, SB2189, SB2194, SB3152, SB2635, SB888, SB2203, SCR1, SCR2, SCR3, SCR4, SCR5, SCR6, SCR7, SCR8, SCR9, SCR10, SCR11, SCR12, SCR13, SCR14, SCR15, SCR16, SCR17, SCR18, SCR19, SCR20, SCR21, SCR22, SR3, SR5, SR6, SR7, SR8, SR9, SR10, SR11, SR12, SR13, SR14, SR15, SR16, SR17, SR18, SR19, SB2010, SB3118, SB3276

Keywords: sustainable agriculture, climate adaptation, food system resilience, grant program, Hawaii agriculture, agriculture, insurance, small producers, state support, biosecurity, farm coverage, public-private partnerships, agricultural policy, grant funding, food security, climate resiliency, housing development, zoning exemption, government assistance, affordable housing

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• trust in you, O Lord, as we thank you for all of our many blessings and pray that you continue to guide
• c><00:02:08.479> you<00:02:08.560> continue<00:02:09.000> to<00:02:09.080> guide
• <00:02:09.320> us pray that you continue to guide us pray that you continue to guide us daily

Keywords: MS House Floor - 27 February, 2026; 9:00 AM, 925, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Hudson Hollandsworth, a senior at Pisgah High School sponsored by Representative Shanks. After the roll call, the clerk confirmed a quorum was present, and the House dispensed with reading the journal. There were no reports from select committees, no resolutions or memorials, and no items taken up from the calendar. During introductions of guests, Representative Butler Washington introduced Dr. Fred Ken C. Jr. as the House doctor of the day. She noted that he is a Jackson native, a Provine High School graduate, an Alcorn State University graduate, a Navy veteran, an emergency medicine physician in Jackson, and a small business owner. The House welcomed him. No announcements were made by the clerk or members, and no legislation was debated or voted on beyond routine procedural motions. The House then adopted a motion to adjourn and stood adjourned until 4:00 p.m. on Monday.

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• We submit monitoring guides to our partners before we even go out to monitor.
• We submit monitoring guides<01:04:16.480> to<01:04:16.720> our<01:04:17.039> partners
• to our partners before we even go guides to our partners before we even go out<01:04:18.559> to
• in our tax system to give to resources in our tax system to give to these<01:10:07.679> kind<
• So, when we start having any group that comes in front of us that is requesting some resources, we need

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Members, Senate File 21106 provides important energy resource information to the 800-plus communities
• This is a circular economy heating solution generated by a local resource.
• It will also help us in resource planning.
• It will also help us in resource<00:53:23.760> planning.
• On the other hand, resource planning.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• She helped guide me through the initial committee hearings, my first year in office, making sure that
• enforcement, and other public service communities to maintain and advance a future of sustainable resources
• California Air Resources... You're not giving fire districts the ability to do controlled burns.
• California Air Resources Board doesn't allow them to do controlled burns because they say it will emit
• After the Eaton Fire, delays in federal support, prolonged displacement, strained emergency resources

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer and pledge, and then moved through a largely ceremonial floor session with multiple guest introductions and recognitions. Members honored the retirement of long-serving committee secretary Marisa Lancaster, recognized Assemblymember Rubio’s parents on her mother’s 80th birthday, welcomed school and agency guests, and celebrated Crescenta Valley Water District’s 75th anniversary. The body also adopted several resolutions recognizing Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day and California FFA, with strong bipartisan support and co-author additions. The main policy item was AJR 27, a resolution urging federal disaster aid for Los Angeles-area wildfire recovery, especially the Palisades and Eaton fires. Supporters from both parties emphasized the need for immediate, unconditional federal assistance for displaced residents, businesses, and communities still rebuilding, while some Republicans argued the state and local governments should move faster on permitting, recovery, and mitigation and criticized state spending priorities. After debate, the resolution was opened for co-authors and then adopted on a 68-0 roll call vote. The Assembly also adopted ACR 133 on Girl Day by voice vote after 70 co-authors were added, ACR 138 honoring FFA with 73 co-authors and voice adoption, and ACR 136 on Engineers Week with 69 co-authors and unanimous consent on the consent calendar. The chamber then heard adjournment-in-memory tributes for Juan Antonio Pacheco and Paul L. McAiley, and adjourned until Monday, March 2, at 1 p.m.

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• I believe TDI is also here as a resource witness.
• Members, we do have a resource. here today with the Texas Department of Insurance.
• Do we need that resource? Okay, very good. Thank you. Is there anyone else who wishes to?
• Is there any way you can provide us resources?
• Members, are there other questions for these resource witnesses?

Bills: HB173, HB184, HB484, HB678, HB 1211, HB1507, HB1705, HB1868, HB2290, HB2851, HB2856, HB3041, HB3204, HB173, HB184

Keywords: foreign donations, higher education, public institutions, national security, funding, prohibition, Texas law, healthcare, insurance, affordability, access, public health, foreign influence, education policy, student loan repayment, prosecuting attorneys, border prosecution unit, financial assistance, tobacco, cigarettes

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• we've developed course assets that include the scenarios with accompanying videos and then teaching guides
• The Office of Child Family well-being, Human Resources Department and the communications team all work
• that accompany them. and the support and resources that accompany them.
• It is a proven to be a vital resource in keeping children stable, preventing unnecessary removals and
• Please use me as a resource. The FCC is here to provide support in any way that we can.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Development at the Business School, where he worked with local leaders to extend housing and employment resources
• underserved communities. ...where he worked with local leaders to extend housing and employment resources
• May he rest in peace, and may his memory continue to guide and inspire us in our fight to achieve a more

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• I AM THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE DEPUTY FOR SUN CITY CENTER.
• THINGS WE CAN ONLY EDUCATE SO MUCH INTO THE DAY IF SOMEONE WANTS TO TAKE OUT THEIR MONEY AND WE TRY TO GUIDE
• WHAT IT IS YOU ARE SUGGESTING BUT THAT IS WHERE WE GOT THE DEFINITION FROM AND THAT IS THE APPROVED RESOURCE

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• Your commitment to parental involvement—our commitment to parental involvement—we can guide and we can
• the proper sleep they need in order to learn, and then providing the right scheduled time for the resources
• the proper sleep they need in order to learn, and then providing the right scheduled time for the resources

Summary: The Education and Employment Committee met with a quorum and heard four bills. CS/HB 1145 on workforce education clarified that public charter schools may receive CAP grant funds, expanded the number of college system money-back programs from three to six, and standardized eligibility rules while allowing institutions some flexibility. Supporters said it would help students access career training without adding new funding in the bill. The committee also heard CS/HB 1079, which expands dropout retrieval program eligibility to any individual who has withdrawn from high school and is not engaged in education, while resolving statutory conflicts about program structure; some members raised concerns about FERPA, student privacy, and third-party funding, but the bill was reported favorably despite one no vote from Rep. Valdes. The committee then considered HB 251, which would designate January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Florida. The sponsor and supporters described the bill as a response to rising antisemitism and emphasized education, remembrance, and opposition to hate. Testimony came from a Miami-Dade school board member, a student, and other supporters, and members spoke strongly in favor of the measure. The bill was reported favorably with no opposition. Finally, the committee heard CS/HB 261 on middle and high school start times. The bill revises the earlier mandated later-start-time law by allowing districts to comply through a report to DOE detailing start times, planning efforts, public input, and impacts, rather than requiring immediate uniform implementation. Supporters from small school districts, Miami-Dade, PTA, and other organizations said the change preserves the health goal while giving districts flexibility to address transportation, dual enrollment, athletics, and staffing constraints. Members debated the need for parental involvement and detailed reporting, but the bill was ultimately reported favorably on a unanimous vote.

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• the betterment of our citizens and ...for the betterment of our citizens and, Lord, that you would guide
• ensures that the responsibility of compliance lies with the platforms, which have the capacity and resources
• We must take action to ensure that parents have the resources and support needed to protect their children

Bills: HB285, HB317

Keywords: HB285, TJ's Law, traffic infraction, traffic ticket, uniform traffic ticket and complaint, minor driver, juvenile driver, parent notification, guardian notification, emergency contact, law enforcement, citing agency, traffic citation, driver safety, youth safety, Alabama traffic law, Section 12-12-56, Children and Senior Advocacy, House Judiciary, reasonable effort

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• Let it be Be the guide for their thoughts and actions, both today and for years to come. Amen.
• Bleeding Disorder Awareness Month serves as a means of rallying support for vital research. and resources
• It plays a vital role in our office, contributing to policy work on natural resources, water, agriculture

Bills: SB 26, SJR 36, SB 26, SB 616, SB 565, SB 384, SB 28, SR 109, SR 122, SR 126, SR 130, SR 136, SR 137, SR 141, SR 142, SCR 20

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement, enforcement suspension, utility consolidation, regionalization, water supply, sewer

Summary: The meeting was marked by significant resolutions recognizing various contributions to Texas and celebrating community initiatives. Key discussions included the adoption of resolutions commemorating Texas Hispanic Judges Day and highlighting the 100th anniversary of Memorial Park. Senators expressed appreciation for the judges' dedication and legacy, with notable mentions of individual judges and their impact on the community and legal landscape in Texas. The Senate also honored students and organizations contributing positively to their communities, showcasing the interconnectedness of public service and the legislative process.

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• Resources Trust Fund. Resources Trust Fund.
• the Environment and Natural Resources the Environment and Natural Resources Trust<00:09:30.680><
• resources trust fund. resources trust fund.
• natural resources. natural resources.
• Resources are in support of the repeal. Resources are in support of the repeal.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• they need to supports and resources they need to become<00:10:11.959> healthy<00:10:12.320>
• I took a risk not knowing what I was going to do, but I had half a plan and the resources.
• Steven Berwick from the DOE might be a good resource.
• Steven Berwick from the DOE might be a good resource.
• Steven Berwick from the DOE might be a good resource.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• So, providing those resources will give students more opportunities to be able to learn, to grow, and
• before a terrible event the resources before a terrible event happens.<00:51:32.800> Sometimes
• can put the resources around that student,<00:51:44.720> that<00:51:44.880> child,<00:
• :45.720> we<01:07:45.840> are So, despite those resources, we are So, despite those resources
• And I was sent the study guide. And the study guide includes the parallelogram question that Mr.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• <00:41:22.240> So for for uh land resource permitting.
• So for for uh land resource permitting.
• And I think that would give the guide path on 707.
• <00:58:55.119> path<00:58:56.079> on the guide path on the guide path on 707.<00:58
• opinion, uh we did not get the resources opinion, uh we did not get the resources to<01:35:40.080

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• When you're a pioneer with no precedent to guide you, mistakes can occur, and New Jersey made several
• You gave me some time to look at your website, and there's a lot of good resources there.
• <01:03:35.839> lot<01:03:35.920> of<01:03:36.000> good<01:03:36.160> resources
• there's a lot of good resources there. there's a lot of good resources there.
• establish the principles the guiding establish the principles the guiding principles<01:05:09.440

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• Their actions are largely guided by the more emotional and reactive parts of their brain, and significantly
• Their actions are largely guided by the more emotional and reactive parts of their brain, and significantly
• Preston, that there is some specific training for the SROs, the school resource officers.
• Preston, that there is some specific training for the SROs, the school resource officers.
• Preston, that there is some specific training for the SROs, the school resource officers.

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:09 State of the Judiciary: 00:02:33 The Corrections - KCTCS Reentry Program: 00:49:44 Update on 2022 RS SB 90: 01:27:49, 958, all

Summary: The Juvenile Justice Oversight Council met with a quorum, approved the October 8, 2025 minutes, and welcomed guests including Marshall County Attorney Jason Darnall. The main topic was juvenile interrogation, with a presentation from Kentucky Youth Advocates by Courtney Downs and Shannon Moody. They said their organization is supporting a 2026 Blueprint priority requiring children to consult with an attorney before waiving Miranda rights, and they emphasized research on adolescent brain development, susceptibility to peer pressure and impulsive decision-making, and the risk of false confessions. They cited National Registry of Exonerations data showing high rates of false confessions among exonerated youth, especially younger children, and described approaches in other states such as Maryland’s Child Interrogation Protection Act, Indiana’s statute allowing certain adults to waive rights in some circumstances, and laws in other states requiring recording of interrogations or limiting deceptive tactics. Members asked about trauma and adverse childhood experiences, whether the proposal would require attorney consultation in every juvenile interview, whether parents could instead be the ones consulted, and how such a rule would affect law enforcement investigations and juvenile accountability. Senator Carroll and others raised concerns about feasibility, delays, and whether juveniles might avoid accountability if attorneys are required before questioning. The presenters responded that they were focused on ensuring children understand their legal rights, that some states use age- or offense-based limits, and that parent consultation is another model used elsewhere, though they said a lawyer is best suited to explain legal rights and process. Members also discussed the role of the Department of Public Advocacy and whether legislative action or court decisions should address the issue. The council did not take final action on the policy, but requested additional materials, including the text of laws from Maryland, Indiana, and North Carolina, for further review.