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• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• environmental review, and other sorts of laws that already exist in statute, so it's not about putting new standards
• It's not about putting new standards in place but really ensuring the ones that are already in statute

Keywords: 1183, house

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• As a legislature, you might be able to craft some affordability. standards.
• In a separate proceeding, the CPC is also considering service quality standards for broadband as staff
• You are also required to meet service quality standards.
• So, service quality standards and all these requirements are all tied into the public safety component
• The FCC established this standard to reflect the needs of an average family of four that needs access

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Yes, can you explain why we have a section on how medical schools, their admission standards, in this
• Okay, because it says it requires standardized admissions, but I think that's par for the course for
• There are actually three that don't require standardized tests for admissions in the state of Florida
• They have to have a standardized admission test.
• From my understanding, what would be a standardized test for a trade school? Thank you, Mr.

Summary: The committee first confirmed Heather L. Turnbull to the Florida Commission on Community Service, with the motion adopted and the confirmation recommended favorably. Members then took up SPB 7022, which sets Florida Retirement System employer contribution rates beginning July 1, 2025, updates rates to address unfunded actuarial liability, and allows certain elected officers to elect a DROP accumulation; a technical title amendment was adopted, the bill was submitted as a committee bill, and it was reported favorably as a committee bill. The committee then heard extensive debate and public testimony on SB 1710, which would restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion-related policies, trainings, and activities in state agencies, state-funded contractors and grantees, and medical institutions of higher education. Sponsor Senator DiCeglie said the bill is intended to prevent state agencies and contractors from using state funds for DEI programs and to limit state agencies from adopting DEI-related official positions; he also said the medical-school portion would likely be amended out later. Senator Polsky and others questioned the bill’s breadth and how it would affect health-related grants, public universities, historically Black institutions, recruitment, and contractor training. Public testimony was overwhelmingly opposed, with speakers arguing the bill would harm health care, education, access, and inclusion; a few supporters said DEI is ideological, can undermine merit, and should not be used by state agencies or publicly funded institutions. After debate, Senator Polsky argued the bill was confusing, overbroad, and harmful to serving diverse communities, while Senator Arrington said it was an overreach into private business and could have significant fiscal impacts. Chair Fine closed by saying DEI is political ideology and that the bill is meant to ensure government focuses on talent rather than identity. SB 1710 was then reported favorably on a roll call vote, with Senator Arrington voting no and the remaining members voting yes. The committee then began SB 1678, relating to entities that boycott Israel, and heard the sponsor’s explanation of a delete-all amendment that would expand and clarify state restrictions on dealings with entities engaged in boycotts of Israel, including certain nonprofits, foreign educational institutions, and grants; the amendment was adopted, and the sponsor and a witness began answering questions when the transcript cuts off.

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• <00:16:02.320> of should match the scientific standards of should match the scientific standards
• <01:46:44.719> So that don't have current standards.
• So that don't have current standards.
• Um, currently our certification standards are based on the usage type.
• Um currently our certification standards Um currently our certification standards are<01:51:52.239

Bills: SB2350, SB2349, SB2407, SB3320

Keywords: agriculture, aquaculture, livestock, agribusiness, Department of Agriculture, regulatory functions, employee benefits, restorative practices, sustainability, environmental stewardship, local food systems, Native Hawaiian, workforce development, agricultural development, Hawaii Island, property manager, state employment, SB3320, Hawaii, Agribusiness Development Corporation

Summary: The committee heard testimony on SP 2350, which would transfer oversight of the Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Development Division and the aquaculture and livestock support services branch to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. The Department of Agriculture and ADC both testified, with ADC opposing the bill as written while supporting the goal of strengthening agriculture. ADC said the transfer could create federal operational and coordination risks, jeopardize federal funding and program continuity, and was unnecessary because ADC is a business development entity, not a regulatory agency. The Hawaii Farmers Union also expressed concern that moving the programs could weaken the department’s ability to access federal resources, while the Hawaii Farm Bureau submitted written testimony and the Hawaii Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association and H-Plan were noted as supporting the measure; the Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council was noted as opposing it. Much of the discussion focused on aquaculture’s economic potential and the role of regulation, permitting, and funding. Committee members questioned why aquaculture had not grown faster, citing current gross revenues of about $66 million last year, a prior high of $82 million, and a possible long-term target of $500 million. Testimony identified permitting and feed costs as major barriers, along with market conditions and water quality issues affecting producers. ADC described ongoing efforts on feed development, permitting streamlining, coastal-state collaboration on seaweed and restorative aquaculture, and national advocacy for more parity in seafood import standards. Members also pressed the Department of Agriculture on its leadership and priorities, criticizing the lack of bills and resources dedicated to aquaculture and asking whether the department should have more authority to pursue land purchases and development opportunities. The department said it relies on divisions and industry feedback for bill ideas, noted it funds an annual aquaculture survey, and said it was pursuing congressional earmarks and other funding for aquaculture parks, research, and export/import issues. ADC said it would work with the department if the bill passed, but that its current statute does not give it regulatory authority and any such change would require a statutory amendment.

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• And so if we're going to set a standard, let's make it a standard for all law enforcement.
• This isn't saying this isn't a standard. This is a new crime. Mandate standards.
• The standard of proof to convict a stalker is very high, the highest of all standards in the law, meaning
• There's no clear standard.
• It simply ensures the basic legal standards are met.

Summary: The committee heard several public safety measures, with extensive testimony on firearms regulation, disability and sexual assault, mental health diversion, emergency response, and law enforcement masking. SB 704 by Senator Arreguín would require firearm barrels to be purchased through licensed dealers with a background check, as a response to the rise in ghost guns and 3D-printed firearms; supporters said barrels are a key component of untraceable guns, while opponents argued the bill burdens lawful gun owners and does little to stop criminals. SB 258 by Senator Wahab would eliminate the remaining spousal rape exception for victims unable to consent because of disability; supporters called it a needed closure of an archaic loophole, while disability-rights advocates opposed it unless amended, warning it could worsen misunderstandings about capacity to consent and harm disabled people’s autonomy. After debate, SB 258 passed the committee on a due-pass motion to Appropriations, with several members voting aye and the bill held on call. Senator Umberg presented SB 398, which closes a loophole in the law prohibiting paying or offering money or other value to induce someone to vote or register to vote; there was little opposition, and the bill passed on a due-pass motion to Appropriations and was held on call. He also presented SB 27, a CARE Court cleanup measure that would allow certain misdemeanor defendants found incompetent to stand trial to be routed into CARE Court and would expand eligibility to some people with mood disorders with psychotic features. Supporters said it would improve access to treatment and reduce unnecessary incarceration, while county behavioral health directors and disability advocates warned it could blur the line between voluntary civil treatment and coercive criminal proceedings and expand CARE Court beyond its intended scope. SB 27 passed on a due-pass motion as amended to Appropriations. The committee also heard SB 36 from Senator Umberg, a price-gouging measure tied to wildfire-related emergency conditions that also expands search-warrant authority for certain misdemeanor investigations. Public defenders opposed the search-warrant expansion as unnecessary, while a late supporter from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office spoke in favor; the bill was moved on a due-pass motion as amended to Appropriations and held on call. SB 571 by Senator Arreguín would increase penalties for impersonating emergency personnel and related conduct during disasters; supporters cited post-fire looting and impersonation, while opponents argued longer sentences do not deter crime and that existing law is sufficient. The bill passed on a due-pass motion as amended to Appropriations and was held on call. Finally, Senator Wiener presented SB 627, which would prohibit law enforcement from wearing extreme masks except in limited circumstances, aimed largely at masked federal immigration enforcement operations. Supporters said masked, unidentified officers create fear and undermine trust, while law enforcement groups argued the bill wrongly sweeps in local officers, is too broad, and should instead target federal agents or impersonators. Testimony was still underway when the transcript ended, and no final committee action on SB 627 is shown here.

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• Our standard is significantly more stringent than the California standard, and the industry can meet
• the California standard.
• <01:24:09.520> in below uh uh the Minnesota standard in below uh uh the Minnesota standard
• :35.600> more our standard is significantly more our standard is significantly more stringent<
• a standard color on an artist's palette. a standard color on an artist's palette.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• , which are sort of the gold standard when it comes to treatment and making sure that those providers
• Those ASAM standards are being slowly incorporated into state law, and I believe fourth edition just
• really those are focused those standards really those are focused on<00:41:44.880> helping<00
• which are um sort of the gold standards which are um sort of the gold standard<00:41:51.160> when
• <00:43:05.520> that these are the fundamental standards that these are the fundamental standards

Bills: HF696, HF1429, HF1379

Keywords: HF696, rural EMS, ambulance, emergency medical services, uncompensated care, payment pool, rural health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, public safety answering point, PSAP, nontransport, unpaid ambulance calls, EMS reimbursement, rural ambulance provider, general fund appropriation, Minnesota health finance, specialized life support, metropolitan counties, emergency response funding, HF1429

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• The renewable portfolio standard, just one section of that standard, was identified as beneficial for
• or mechanisms to assure compliance with privacy standards by third parties.
• or mechanisms to assure compliance with privacy standards by third parties.
• or mechanisms to assure compliance with privacy standards by third parties.
• standards assure compliance with privacy standards by<01:36:17.040> Third by Third by Third parties

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Supreme... standard practice of the New Hampshire standard practice of the New Hampshire State<04:22:
• What additional hoops would an officer have to jump through to meet a probable cause standard?
• Um, reasonable suspicion is a lower standard than probable cause, and these standards are sort of squishy
• Reasonable Suspicion is a lower standard Reasonable Suspicion is a lower standard than<05:27:43.080
• than probable cause and these standards than probable cause and these standards are<05:27:45.360

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Board of Judicial Standards, there are slightly differing numbers for insurance compensation and lease
• Uh Board of Judicial Standards,<00:08:05.840> there<00:08:06.000> are<00:08:06.160>
• slightly<00:08:06.479> differing Standards, there are slightly differing Standards, there
• Uh for peace officer standards and six.
• with the standard applicability clause. with the standard applicability clause.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• technology to achieve such standards technology to achieve such standards isn't<00:31:29.200>
• <00:52:19.520> standards,<00:52:20.240> or own water standard standards, or own water
• standard standards, or increase<00:52:20.960> water<00:52:21.440> utility<00:52:21.760
• 3934, the water quality standards 3934, the water quality standards attainability<01:01:40.960><
• standards for storm water management. standards for storm water management.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, December 11, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• I do, this is an extraordinary procedure to undertake, and so the standard is high.
• But it is an exceptional standard as well.
• or these curriculum standards or whatever.
• It doesn't take the place of standardized testing that's happening now.
• AB 2490 unacceptably waters down existing federal standards for special education teachers.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• These emission standards, however, are doing real damage to family farms and grocery prices.
• <00:24:36.320> real standards, however, are doing real standards, however, are doing real
• How is American emission standards.
• than they are about emission standards than they are about emission standards on<00:27:52.240>
• 46.640> laboratories under standards we control, laboratories under standards we control, laboratories

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, April 30, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• The amendments that we are also making to the bill clarify that the standard of review is whether the
• For many years, that standard... ...person is participating in organized crime.
• For many years, that standard was not followed in the context of gang databases.
• But we know that as the requirements of this job continue to evolve, the standards have not.
• But we know that as the requirements of this job continue to evolve, the standards have not.

Summary: The committee met without a quorum and operated as a subcommittee while hearing several bills on public safety, parole, criminal justice oversight, Proposition 36 implementation, behavioral health, gang database reform, cargo theft, and nonconsensual intimate images. The chair explained hearing procedures and noted that SB 906 was pulled from the agenda. Several measures were heard but not voted on because quorum was lacking. SB 1446, a committee bill, would expand discretion in en banc parole review, make en banc votes public record, and allow CDCR referrals for sexually violent predator evaluation of certain incarcerated people serving determinate or indeterminate terms. Support came from the California District Attorneys Association; opposition came from the Ella Baker Center, Uncommon Law, public defenders, and others who argued it would add confusion, litigation risk, and unnecessary duplication. The author said the bill was intended to clarify review standards and improve transparency. SB 1278 would exclude certain sex offenses and habitual/one-strike offenders from elderly parole eligibility. The San Diego District Attorney’s Office and California District Attorneys Association supported it, citing cases such as Gregory Vogelsang and David Funston; opponents from Uncommon Law, the Ella Baker Center, and others argued elderly parole is already highly restrictive, evidence-based, and cost-effective. Vice Chair Seyarto strongly supported SB 1278, emphasizing victim justice and public safety. SB 1354 would bar out-of-state military personnel not operating under Title 10 from entering California to perform military or law enforcement functions without the governor’s permission; a committee amendment removed a criminal penalty and left enforcement to the Attorney General. SB 926 would provide funding for Proposition 36 implementation, with committee amendments deleting a specific appropriation and shifting funding decisions to the budget process; supporters said counties need resources for treatment, probation, and administration, while opponents criticized the bill as fiscally reckless and duplicative. SB 874 would require background checks and clearer statewide standards for Medi-Cal behavioral health treatment services, especially ABA services for children; supporters said it would improve patient safety and program integrity. SB 1210 would extend CalGang-style oversight, notice, appeal, and DOJ regulation to all gang databases, not just shared ones; supporters described harms from inaccurate, unregulated local databases, while police chiefs opposed applying the CalGang framework to all local investigative files. The committee also heard SB 1019, which would create a DOJ cargo theft task force and add reporting requirements; supporters from BNSF, trucking, shipping, ports, and law enforcement said organized cargo theft is harming supply chains and worker safety, and no opposition was presented. Finally, SB 1217 would create a DOJ clearinghouse to help victims remove nonconsensual intimate images, including AI-generated deepfakes, from covered platforms; amendments narrowed the bill’s scope and clarified law enforcement’s role. The author and survivor witnesses described ongoing trauma from repeated reposting of exploitative images and argued the bill would provide a centralized removal process. The transcript ends during testimony on SB 1217, with no final votes taken on the measures heard.

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• Additionally, changing the substantive standard of the review On when the review was requested.
• For many years, that standard was not followed in the context of gang databases.
• For many years, that standard was not followed in the context of gang databases.
• But we know that as the requirements of this job continue to evolve, the standards have not.
• Under SB 2, which passed... ...meet minimum standards.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• actual work to get the standards developed would be done by the Department. get the work done to do
• that the state board will standards that the state board will eventually<01:14:12.320> approve.
• of getting the academic standards of getting the academic standards updated<01:18:47.600> and
• and shall not approve any new academic standards without the prior review and recommendation of the
• and shall not approve any new academic standards without the prior review and recommendation of the

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• standards by allowing qualified<00:08:31.920> licensed<00:08:32.360> therapists<00:08:
• , portability standards, portability standards, uh<00:08:41.680> including<00:08:42.159>
• Um, this proposal does not lower Minnesota's standards.
• <00:10:57.120> Any<00:10:57.360> licensed Minnesota's standards.
• It creates an opportunity without lowering our standards to increase accessibility to vital services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The bill includes standard guardrails, including a 25% cap on attorney's fees.
• In many cases, Clear standards, transparency, and accountability in place.
• Am I correct in my understanding there, that that is a standard?
• This code is like any other code, principle, Bible, or standards we live by.
• that standard in the bill?

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a brief introduction of the doctor of the day before moving to the special order calendar. The chamber first took up several claims bills, including SB 6/HB 6507 for relief of L.E. through the Department of Children and Families, which was described as compensation for severe injuries after DCF returned the child to unsafe parents; the House bill was substituted and passed 34-0. SB 26 for the estate of Mark Legata, involving catastrophic injuries tied to FDOT negligence, was also substituted with the House version and passed 35-0. SB 42/HB 47 on specific medical diagnoses and child protective investigations passed 34-0 after supporters said it would require child protection teams to consider certain medical conditions that can mimic abuse. Later, SB 1002 on child welfare passed 37-0 after sponsors said it clarifies that parental drug abuse can constitute harm or neglect and allow earlier court intervention and services, while not changing parental rights law. The Senate then considered education and health-related measures. SB 206/HB 851 on students with autism spectrum disorder was amended to the House bill and passed 35-0; the sponsor said it expands teacher preparation, requires autism-related training, creates a loan forgiveness program, and adds salary supplements for teachers with autism endorsements. SB 556/HB 453 on high school diploma requirements passed 36-0 and would allow students with disabilities to use Special Olympics participation to satisfy PE requirements, while also fixing a marching band credit issue. SB 688 on naturopathic medicine passed 33-3, reestablishing licensure and regulation of naturopathic doctors. SB 878/HB 1347 on clinical laboratory personnel passed 37-0 to address staffing shortages by aligning Florida more closely with federal CLIA standards. SB 914/HB 867 on dry needling by occupational therapists passed 37-0, clarifying authority for that treatment. SB 530 on state lotteries passed 36-0 with updates to operations, security, and retailer rules. SB 964/HB 6011 on financial disclosures and gifts/honoraria passed 36-0 after an amendment restored a percentage-based reporting option. The chamber also approved several government-administration and public-records measures. SB 326/HB 131 on curators of estates passed 36-0, updating probate rules for temporary court-appointed curators. SB 758/HB 625 on the Justice Administrative Commission passed 37-0 after an amendment broadened the judicial member to a judge or senior judge rather than only a circuit judge. SB 830 on public records passed 31-5, creating exemptions for the personal information of county and city managers and certain family members. The Senate also passed SB 21/HB 218 on land use regulations, which preserves hurricane-recovery restrictions in affected counties while lifting them later for unaffected counties, and the sponsor thanked colleagues for helping address unintended consequences from prior law. SB 354 on Blue Ribbon Projects was debated extensively over concerns about local control, conservation protections, and vague standards; after a late amendment excluding data centers from commercial areas, the bill was temporarily postponed rather than passed. Finally, SB 1632/HB 1471 on ideologies inconsistent with American principles and domestic terrorist designations drew significant debate over references to Sharia law, religious freedom, notice, and due process; one amendment striking Sharia references failed, and a second amendment with broader revisions was under discussion when the transcript ended.

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• They voted against doubling the standard deduction.
• THEY VOTED AGAINST DOUBLING THE STANDARD DEDUCTION.
• Respiratory and chemical safety standards are being rolled back.
• But these are basic safety standards.
• BUT THESE ARE BASIC SAFETY STANDARDS. But what do I know?

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• I think that standard should be in there where it's actually put out so somebody's identified as that
• And everybody knows those standards. Sure.
• So whether we want to consider a standard put into the statutes, obviously it's something we can discuss
• This bill still contains a number of vague standards that would create unintended consequences because
• And I heard the words vague standards, and I agree that language matches the intent of the bill.

Bills: SB231

Keywords: school social workers, salary supplement, LCSW, mental health, education funding, Delaware Code, certification, professional standards

Summary: The House Administration Committee met and first considered Senate Bill 231, which would extend the existing 6% salary supplement for school-based mental health professionals with advanced credentials to school social workers who hold licensed clinical social worker credentials and have passed the national exam. The bill sponsor and multiple witnesses described school social workers as essential to student mental health, crisis response, attendance, and family support, and argued the measure corrects an oversight and inequity in the current salary supplement structure. Public testimony was uniformly supportive, and the committee voted to release the bill. The committee then heard Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 212, a constitutional amendment to protect the rights to hunt, fish, and trap. Supporters, including sportsmen’s groups and individual residents, said the amendment would preserve longstanding traditions, support wildlife management, and guard against future threats to hunting and trapping. An opposing witness argued there was no current threat in Delaware and said the Constitution should not be used to protect trapping or elevate hunting and trapping over other wildlife management approaches. Despite the opposition, the committee voted to release the substitute bill. Finally, the committee took up Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 284, the First State Emergency Response Act, which would create a 25-foot buffer around first responders at emergency scenes after warning, with misdemeanor penalties for knowingly entering or remaining in the zone to interfere with duties. Supporters said the bill would protect police, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics from interference, while opponents from the ACLU and the Office of Defense Services raised concerns about vague terms, potential First Amendment impacts, enforcement clarity, and jurisdictional issues. Committee members also questioned how the buffer would be marked and enforced. The sponsor and staff said they would continue working on the language, and the committee voted to release the bill.