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• We can remotely lock a facility or a set of rooms within a facility.
• </c><00:52:13.880><c> and</c> in place in that local facility and in place in that local facility and
• </c> seed funding in order to uh generate seed funding in order to uh generate some<01:23:47.040><c>
• </c> health and creating the next generation health and creating the next generation of<01:29:09.360>
• </c> remainder of those are Income generation remainder of those are Income generation we<01:30:05.520

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• Without this change, Intimate images, including AI-generated images.
• I was first-generation. My parents didn't speak English.
• They provide essential electricity, water, and natural gas service.
• Good morning, Joe Zanzi with San Diego Gas & Electric and SoCal Gas in support.
• Diaz on behalf of Pacific Gas and Electric Company and strong support.

Summary: The committee first heard SB 907, which would strengthen California DUI laws in several ways, including mandatory Watson advisements when DUI charges are reduced, judicial discretion for consecutive sentences in cases with multiple victims, enhancements for repeat felony DUI offenders and certain hit-and-run cases, and adding vehicular manslaughter offenses to the violent felony list. The author and supporters, including prosecutors, law enforcement, and victims’ family members, described the bill as a response to repeated, preventable tragedies and argued it would close loopholes and increase accountability. Opponents, including criminal defense and civil liberties groups, raised concerns about duplicative penalties, legal overreach, and the violent-felony and sentencing provisions. Committee members were divided but generally supportive of stronger DUI enforcement; the bill was moved out on a do-pass-as-amended motion to Appropriations, with the three-strikes provision removed and the bill kept on call. The committee then heard SB 1015, aimed at online child exploitation and extortion networks. The bill would create a new offense for adults who recruit, direct, coerce, or use minors to harm or exploit other children, and it would also allow limited misdemeanor or felony charges for minors engaged in extreme coercive conduct, with diversion available for juveniles. Supporters, including sheriffs, district attorneys, and child-safety advocates, said the bill addresses a fast-growing cybercrime problem involving grooming, blackmail, self-harm, and organized online groups using minors as intermediaries. Opponents argued existing laws already cover much of the conduct and warned against criminalizing adolescent behavior, urging the Legislature instead to focus on platform accountability. The committee nevertheless advanced the bill on a do-pass-as-amended motion to Appropriations, with members emphasizing the need to address evolving online harms. The committee also heard SB 1285, which would clarify that juvenile court dismissals under Welfare and Institutions Code section 782 remain a broad “general dismissal” remedy, separate from record sealing, so that eligible youth can more fully avoid future collateral consequences. Supporters said the bill would restore the intended effect of prior juvenile justice reforms and help young people access employment, education, military service, and licensure without lingering barriers. There was no opposition after one group withdrew its objection, and the bill was moved to the floor on a do-pass motion. SB 1342 followed, a technical cleanup measure for automatic record clearance laws that would prevent outdated pending charges from blocking relief, require local court records to match DOJ updates, and create a way for people to obtain written proof of clearance; it also advanced to Appropriations. Finally, SB 1330 was heard to extend existing assault-and-battery protections for certain workers to utility workers; supporters described rising assaults and even shootings against crews, while one utility worker opposed the bill as only increasing penalties after the fact rather than preventing attacks. The bill was moved out on a do-pass motion and left on call.

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• There is no evidence of non-citizens voting or even fraud in general.
• There is no evidence of non-citizens voting or even fraud in general.
• them at least 500 feet away from parks, child care facilities, and early learning facilities while protecting
• facilities already approved before July 1, 2026.
• 60 to 70 on other facilities.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opening with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of recognitions for interns, staff, and guests. Members also honored a retiring Senate staffer and a wounded veteran, then moved into returning House messages and special order bills. Several measures were taken up and either concurred in or sent back to the House, with multiple unanimous or near-unanimous votes on noncontroversial bills. Among the bills addressed were SB 118 on recreational vehicle park assessments, SB 572 on ethics for public officers and employees, and HB 991 on election integrity. SB 118 and SB 572 were amended to reflect House changes and passed 38-0. HB 991 drew extensive debate over voter registration and identification requirements, with opponents arguing it would burden students, seniors, disabled voters, and others, while supporters said it would strengthen election security and streamline verification; it passed 27-12. The chamber also approved bills on historic cemeteries, chickee regulation, habitual traffic offender designation, military affairs, and a Department of Health package. The Department of Health bill (SB 902/HB 733) was the subject of detailed amendment work, including changes to medical marijuana rules, NICU educational materials, Early Steps, dental loan repayment, and pediatric trauma center designation. The Senate adopted an amendment to the amendment and then passed the bill 37-0. Other measures included a funeral services bill, which the Senate refused to concur in because the House strike-all would redefine cremation to include composting, and a veterans-related bill that was temporarily postponed. The Senate also recessed briefly, then returned to continue the calendar and additional recognitions.

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• is at odds with good profit generation is at odds with good safe<00:59:59.760><c> service</c><01:00:
• costs in the nation I think electric costs in the nation I think it's<01:00:16.359><c> time</c><01:00
• authority to inspect agencies and correction facilities without notice.
• </c> oversight coordinator has a general oversight coordinator has a general authority<01:10:00.080><
• facilities without notice thank<01:10:03.280><c> you</c><01:10:04.280><c> thank</c> thank you thank

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• A lot of those Attorney General appropriations are not General Fund; they're from the Consumer Settlement
• Next generation networks affect command and control.
• It is a once in a generation opportunity.
• And you can think about quantum in the same way you thought about electrical generation capacity in previous
• Those jobs—those energy generation jobs, those electrical jobs—they're going to be in our rural communities

Keywords: 996, all

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• <c> are</c><00:31:49.519><c> up</c> them in half, electricity prices are up them in half, electricity
• High electric bills can be a crisis.
• I visited the California facilities.
• </c><02:54:00.800><c> of</c> expire inspire the next generation of expire inspire the next generation
• ><03:05:14.880><c> have</c> literally, generations of viewers have literally, generations of viewers

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, January 9, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Bike highways are unique from other biking facilities because they generally serve as a fully separated
• Electric cars are a good step, but they aren't enough to solve the climate crisis.
• The electric bike has become much more cost effective.
• Jalati Brothers is a third-generation, family-owned construction company.
• Good afternoon, Melanie Pairn, on behalf of the Associated General Contractors, in support.

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee heard several transportation and climate-related bills. AB 954 would create a Caltrans pilot program for bike highways in two metropolitan areas and require a report to the Legislature; supporters said it would expand protected regional bike networks and help climate and equity goals, while some members objected that it would divert gas-tax-funded transportation dollars away from road repairs and rural needs. The bill passed on a 7-3 vote, with the roll held open for later additions. AB 289 would authorize automated speed enforcement in active highway construction zones to protect workers. The author and labor and contractor witnesses described repeated work-zone crashes and fatalities and argued the cameras would supplement, not replace, CHP enforcement. Some members raised concerns about civil penalties and enforcement policy, but the bill advanced on a 9-? initial vote and later was approved 15-1 after the roll was completed. AB 674 would update the Clean Cars for All program to prioritize pre-2004 high-polluting vehicles in disadvantaged and low-income communities and improve reporting and incentive rules. Supporters said older vehicles produce a disproportionate share of emissions and that the program has already retired thousands of cars; the committee approved the bill unanimously on the floor vote and sent it to the Committee on Natural Resources. AB 1237 would let LA Metro and VTA add a $5 fee to primary ticket sales for 2026 FIFA World Cup and NCAA championship events to fund transit service, with ticket holders able to use transit on event day. Supporters said the fee would help manage congestion and security needs, while the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association argued it was an unconstitutional tax requiring voter approval. The bill passed and was re-referred to the Committee on Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism. AB 891 would create a Caltrans quick-build pilot for temporary safety improvements on state highways for pedestrians and bicyclists; supporters emphasized rapid, low-cost safety fixes, while opponents said the program could divert gas-tax funds and was not appropriate for rural areas. It passed 11-4 and was sent to Appropriations. The committee also approved a six-bill consent calendar.

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• When a public electric you regard to data centers.
• know, the ...get your electricity from, and government tells the producer of electricity who they can
• And since he's the Attorney General, does that affect any of you? No.
• I am the general counsel to the board. The board meets in public.
• I am the chairman of our Attorney General James Uthmeier's PAC.

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• Since I'm a big supporter of coal-fired electric generation, and this is one of the victims of past unscientific
• We've had the shutdowns of the Navajo generating station.
• Some of them have electric engines.
• Electrical savings on it.
• This... ...irrigation electrical districts, as well as co-ops.

Summary: The committee heard and advanced several appropriation and policy bills. SB 1488 would appropriate $600,000 for a workforce development study on coal-impacted communities in northern Arizona, especially areas affected by the closure of Navajo Generating Station and related coal operations; supporters described it as a needed transition study, and it received a do-pass recommendation. SB 1523 would provide $340,000 to the Navajo Nation for the Ganado waterline pipeline project serving 235 homes; testimony emphasized long-standing lack of safe drinking water, and the bill also received a do-pass recommendation. SB 1041 would appropriate $500,000 to the Arizona Trail Fund; supporters highlighted the trail’s statewide recreational and cultural value, and it passed with a do-pass recommendation. SB 1447 would extend the groundwater withdrawal fee moratorium and related Pinal AMA fund provisions through 2033; irrigation district representatives said the extension would help maintain infrastructure amid Colorado River shortages, and it was also recommended do-pass. The committee also considered several regulatory bills. SB 1445 would let smaller cities and towns use approved on-site bacteriological testing equipment and limit required sampling frequency for certain ADEQ permits; the sponsor said it would save small towns money, while some members raised concerns about limiting sampling during discharge events, but the bill still received a do-pass recommendation. SB 1580 would appropriate $2.545 million for a statewide fire incident management platform for fire and law enforcement agencies; supporters said it would improve accountability, information sharing, and interoperability, while one member objected to the targeted funding approach, and the bill passed on a 5-3 vote. SB 1418 would streamline siting and permitting for small modular nuclear reactors in smaller counties, especially when co-located with large industrial users; supporters argued it would help energy reliability and rural economic development, while opponents warned it would weaken local review and environmental safeguards, and it passed 5-3. The committee took up two bills involving consumer protections and access. SB 1419 would add inspection and disclosure requirements for rooftop solar installations and restrict sales claims about estimated savings; supporters said it responded to consumer complaints about roof damage and misleading sales practices, while opponents argued it would burden rooftop solar and restrict speech. After extensive testimony, including from county officials, former ROC leadership, and solar industry representatives, the bill received a do-pass recommendation on a 6-2 vote. SB 1363 would create a rural opportunity initiative to issue additional marijuana-related licenses for underserved rural communities; supporters said it would improve access and reduce illicit-market activity, while opponents argued the bill was confusing and could expand licenses too broadly. The committee ultimately recommended the bill do pass on an 8-0 vote, with members noting possible amendments before floor consideration.

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• This is a general overview.
• My name is Jeff Gordon, and I am the General Counsel for the Texas General Land Office.
• See, I mean, I can, I don't know if give me the general and general counsel.
• And that is G&G Electric, the electric company in Montgomery County.
• It became, again, fabric generations and generations ago. It wasn't a federal mandate.

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• through those facilities.
• facility.
• The facility requires a lot of water and electricity.
• COPEG facility in Panama.
• the facility.

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• of our facilities.
• And humane facility, that's all.
• The electricity.
• facilities.
• My facility is the number one dosing agency of an incarcerated facility in the Commonwealth.

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Summary: The meeting was the third public session of the Special Commission on Correctional Consolidation and Collaboration. Members introduced themselves, and the commission approved the prior meeting minutes. The main presentation came from the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association, led by several sheriffs, who described the role of sheriffs’ offices as independently elected county institutions that operate jails and houses of correction, regional lockups, civil process, 911 communications in some counties, school resource officers, and investigative units. They emphasized that most of their population is pretrial, that admissions and releases are far higher than the Department of Correction’s, and that their facilities now house more people overall than DOC despite having a smaller budget. The sheriffs argued that their work has shifted toward rehabilitation, reentry, and public health, highlighting extensive programming in mental health, substance use treatment, medication-assisted treatment, education, vocational training, and gender-specific, trauma-informed services. They said standardized risk/needs assessments and better funding would help make services more consistent across counties. They also described specialized units and models such as regional evaluation and stabilization units, older-adult housing, emerging adult and gang-intervention programs, and reentry centers that connect people to housing, employment, family support, and community services. Several examples were cited, including Suffolk’s Project Evolve, Middlesex’s older-adult unit, Hampden’s MAGIC program, Worcester’s STOP program, and county reentry centers across the state. A major theme was that these programs are expensive but, in the sheriffs’ view, reduce recidivism and improve safety by stabilizing people before release and supporting them afterward. They pointed to COVID-19 as a period when sheriffs adapted facilities for quarantine and medical care, and said they continue to work with public health partners. They also stressed that their facilities are heavily audited by state and federal agencies and that maintaining humane, safe conditions requires significant staffing and operating costs. Commission members responded favorably at points, noting the importance of the turnover in sheriff populations and the need to understand the different correctional mission compared with DOC. The meeting ended with discussion of future commission dates and a note that the presentation materials would be shared electronically.

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• Now he's Vice President of State and Local Affairs at LA28, and he's going to give us some general updates
• And at the time, we were talking about the funding, just in general, everything that we need to put in
• These are the benefits of investment in our infrastructure around the games and in general.
• Facilities and for community improvements.
• One lever is that we will purchase 100% renewable electricity for our venues.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• </c> museums it's it's that electricity museums it's it's that electricity right?
• And we also finally have a facilities person that has a facilities background, which is my most exciting
• And we also finally have a facilities person that has a facilities background, which is my most exciting
• </c> And we also finally have a facilities And we also finally have a facilities person<00:22:03.520>
• ><c> background,</c> person that has a facilities background, person that has a facilities background

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Summary: The Committee on Culture and the Arts held an informational briefing with representatives from ʻIolani Palace and Bishop Museum to discuss how the Legislature can better support state-funded cultural institutions during the interim and into the next session. Chair Capella said the goal was to understand current needs, preserve Hawaiian culture and history, and expand educational access. No votes or formal actions were taken during the briefing. ʻIolani Palace’s representative described the Friends of ʻIolani Palace’s role as the nonprofit supporting repair, restoration, maintenance, and public education for the state monument. She said state operational funding and ARPA funds were critical to keeping the palace open, maintaining HVAC and other systems, and funding repairs that would otherwise fall to DLNR. She highlighted ongoing and planned projects including a fire suppression system, HVAC improvements, basement exhibit work, plumbing repairs, elevator replacement, etched glass restoration, and school-tour access. She also noted that a prior $150,000 CIP for windows and doors had not yet been released, and said the organization is exploring ways to bring more neighbor island students to the palace through transportation support, airline partnerships, and digital outreach. Bishop Museum’s representatives outlined the museum’s history, its role as the state museum of natural and cultural history, and its extensive collections in archives, archaeology, botany, entomology, zoology, and cryopreservation. They emphasized the museum’s work in preservation, research, environmental stewardship, and public education, including free access through Museums for All, daily programming, and cultural festivals and community events. They said state funding has been essential for staffing, IT security, fire suppression, and infrastructure needs, and that digitization of the museum’s 25 million objects is a major ongoing initiative to preserve and share Hawaiʻi’s history and knowledge.

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• All right, moving along: Michael Mulway from FM Generator Incorporated. Michael?
• My company—I own a generator company in Canton, FM Generator—and I'm here to testify before you to give
• Jobs like mine have been providing for families for generations.
• Now I get to fight to keep this a good job for future generations, and I love doing it.
• We need legislators to protect these jobs for current and future generations.

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Summary: The Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy held a hearing on grid transmission and distribution, green financing, environmental justice, renewable portfolio standards, and clean energy workforce policy. Testimony on H. 352/S. 2268 focused on eliminating or scaling back the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard, with Green Energy Consumers Alliance arguing it costs ratepayers about $30 million annually and largely subsidizes fossil-fuel combined heat and power, biodiesel blending, and woody biomass. Committee members raised concerns that a full repeal could affect heat pumps and solar thermal projects that currently receive APS credits, and the witness acknowledged those technologies are the strongest part of the program but said Mass Save would be a better home for them. Renew Northeast supported H. 3497 on renewable portfolio standard review and clean energy procurements, but urged an indexed renewable energy credit model like New York’s rather than an attribute-only arrangement, arguing it would reduce financing risk and consumer costs. Vote Solar and Senator Liz Miranda testified in support of H. 3540/S. 2303 on clean energy equity, saying environmental justice communities and renters receive too few benefits from clean energy spending and need stronger tracking, tenant protections, and measurable benefit allocation. Miranda described long-standing environmental harms in Roxbury and called for data and accountability to ensure benefits reach environmental justice communities. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to H. 3475/S. 2276 on just transition and clean energy workforce standards. Labor representatives from the pile drivers, building trades, electrical contractors, SEIU, United Steelworkers, the AFL-CIO, and Climate Jobs Massachusetts Action backed the bill, emphasizing prevailing wage, project labor agreements, apprenticeship requirements, workforce transition plans, and protections for gas workers and other fossil-fuel employees as the state shifts to clean energy. They argued the bill would create family-sustaining jobs, support training, and prevent workers from being left behind during the transition. The hearing concluded after all sign-ups were heard, and the committee voted to close the hearing.

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• General ledger account.
• In our general ledger.
• cannot have more than 30% control of any entity within that facility. within that facility.
• So, it's a facility within a facility where certain communications are held.
• Facilities.

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• , more commonly referred to as microgrids or behind-the-meter generation, and connected generation systems
• Microgrids or behind-the-meter generation, and connected generation systems, often commonly referred
• So when we're looking at new generation, is that new generation going to be committed to Utah customers
• You're talking about in general. In general, yeah.
• They need to generate revenue, get a return.

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• </c> maintenance the buildings and Facilities maintenance the buildings and Facilities across<00:01:36.360
• </c> main source of funding for facilities main source of funding for facilities for<00:03:49.319><c>
• </c><00:10:23.079><c> that</c> the workforce they want facilities that the workforce they want facilities
• </c> doesn't have the most updated facilities doesn't have the most updated facilities and<00:24:39.520
• It's just a beautiful facility.

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• We know the generational trauma that comes with that.
• I'm the general manager for the State Water Contractors.
• But let us not forget, we could always generate more electricity. We cannot generate more water.
• the electricity a facility uses.
• There's heat being generated by us, by the lights.

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• increasing registration fees for passenger vehicles, requiring additional registration fees for electric
• and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and distributing the additional fees to the state. road fund,
• increasing registration fees for passenger vehicles, requiring additional registration fees for electric
• It's making an appropriation to construct, equip, and furnish a new school of medicine facility.
• An act authorizing a transfer from the general fund to the Behavioral Health Trust Fund.